Vista Ballena

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

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About this property

Offering outdoor pool and a spa and wellness center, Whales and Dolphins Hotel and Restaurante is located in Uvita, 2.5 mi from Playa Hermosa Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in common areas. The rooms here will provide you with a cable TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has a coffee machine. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and towels. You can enjoy a sea view from all the rooms and breakfast included. At the property you will find a restaurant. Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, a ticket service and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding, hiking and windsurfing. Higueron River is 1640 feet away and Marino Ballena National Park is 1.9 mi away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 3 hours’ drive away. The property offers free parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free private parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Charles
United States United States
“The view was spectacular and the service staff was incredible.”
Jorge
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Great location with perfect view of the coast. Conveniently close to the town of Uvita, which is good if you intend to visit Ballena Park or plan to go scuba diving. Good food in the restaurant, and good spacious rooms.”
Kris
United States United States
“The view is fantastic, the pool the service was great”
Dieter
United States United States
“Otherwordly location - fantastically helpful and gracious staff.”
Guy
United States United States
“Esteban was extremely kind, helpful, and professional. He really raised the bar for service.”
Christine
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“The view and location are great. Most of the staff is very friendly. Dinner was unexpectedly amazing. The daily special tuna was great. Nice pool and good service by the pool bar staff.”
Dara
Australia Australia
“The view from the room, restaurant, and pool was amazing. At the right time, the whale's tail could be seen from the restaurant! The room furnishings were basic, but the bed was comfortable, AC was cold, and the shower had nice hot water. They...”
Josue
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“The facilities, the view, the food. Everything was perfect, I really loved it”
Phil
United States United States
“I dont have to leave for any reason on a two day stay”
Katja
Switzerland Switzerland
“Great view to the whale tail beach from almost everywhere. Really friendly and helpful Staff. Nice pool and restaurant area. Everything was always clean. Good food & drinks.”

Hotel area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Mi Amore Restaurant
  • Cuisine
    Argentinian • Italian • International • Latin American • Grill/BBQ
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

Amenities of Vista Ballena

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Spa
  • Bar

House rules

Vista Ballena takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Vista Ballena of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.