Vista Ballena

3.5 star property
3.5-star inn near Catarata uvita

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Spa
Aerial view
Yoga
Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Catarata uvita
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

In Bahía Ballena .Stay at this Bahía Ballena inn and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Catarata uvita and 6 miles (10 km) of Playa Hermosa. Uvita Beach and Playa Ballena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Uvita Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 11 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 14 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Punta Uvita - 16 min drive - 3.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Que Tuanis Café - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Vista Ballena

3.5-star inn near Catarata uvita
Vista Ballena offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Vista Ballena. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 3.5-star Bahía Ballena inn is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Vista Ballena offers 20 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Bahía Ballena inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 20

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70
  • Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Vista Ballena Inn
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Vista Ballena Inn Ballena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vista Ballena to the airport?

Vista Ballena is 129.9 mi (225-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Vista Ballena have an airport shuttle?

Vista Ballena offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 70 per person.

How close is Vista Ballena to the beach?

This inn is 2.3 mi (20-min drive) from Playa Hermosa and 3.3 mi (21-min drive) from Uvita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vista Ballena offer free breakfast?

Vista Ballena offers free cooked-to-order breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Vista Ballena?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Vista Ballena?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Vista Ballena?

This inn offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Vista Ballena have a pool?

Vista Ballena features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Vista Ballena have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Vista Ballena have a spa?

This inn doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Vista Ballena to downtown Bahía Ballena?

Vista Ballena is 0.9 mi away from Bahía Ballena.