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Vista Ballena has 20 rooms in total.

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Vista Ballena is well-known for its Service and Facilites, Cleanliness, Room Comfort, as reviewed by verified Traveloka guests.

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Vista Ballena

Name: Vista Ballena
Address: 17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, 60504, 17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, Puntarenas, 60504, Costa Rica
Rating: 8.4

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8.4

/10

Very Good

116 reviews

What Guests Say About Their Stay

Fabian

10.0

/ 10

The hotel is extremely beatiful, a wonderfull view of the ocean and a excellent restaurant. The staff is super friendly, all the amenities you can need. The pool is too deep, just for swiming, not for relaxing. Beside the little detail of the pool, 100% recomended.

Dennis

10.0

/ 10

The hotel was a wonderful stop along the way from San Jose to Drake Bay. Hotel and pool were beautiful with amazing views toward the ocean. Staff was friendly and professional. Rooms were clean and well amenitized. Be ready for a rocky road up but well worth it. Perfect stop.

Carlos

10.0

/ 10

Excellent place which very kind people and the most beautiful nature that you can imagine

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17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, 60504

Main Facilities

Swimming Pool

Parking

WiFi

Vista Ballena is located in area / city Bahia Ballena.

What's around Vista Ballena

17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Osa, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, 60504

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General
Near Catarata uvita

Location
Located in Bahía Ballena, Vista Ballena is within a 15-minute drive of Catarata uvita and Marino Ballena National Park. This inn is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Playa Hermosa and 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Uvita Beach.

Attractions
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Catarata uvita - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Secret Lau Pool - 3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Uvita Arts Center - 4.4 km / 2.7 mi
Playa Hermosa - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Uvita Beach - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
Marino Ballena National Park - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Playa Colonia - 5.6 km / 3.5 mi
Arco Beach - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Playa Ballena - 10 km / 6.2 mi
Santa Lucia Falls - 11.1 km / 6.9 mi
Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 12.1 km / 7.5 mi
Pinuela Beach - 12.8 km / 7.9 mi
Playa Dominicalito - 13.7 km / 8.5 mi
Ventanas Beach - 14.8 km / 9.2 mi
Dominicalito Beach - 14.9 km / 9.3 mi

The preferred airport for Vista Ballena is Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 209.1 km / 130 mi

Facilities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this inn include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Business Facilities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, laundry facilities, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Dining
Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at the inn's restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9:30 AM.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

All facilities in Vista Ballena

Swimming Pool

Entertainment Facility

Functional Hall

Common Space

Lobby

Family-friendly Facilities

Children pool

Things to Do

Outdoor pool
Picnic area
Garden
Outdoor facilities
Pool sun loungers

Food and Drinks

Breakfast
Snack bar

Transportation

Valet parking

Connectivity

Free WiFi

General

Parking
Terrace

Public Facilities

Smoke-free area
Safety deposit box

Hotel Services

Wedding service
Multilingual staff
Concierge

Accommodation Policy & General Information in Vista Ballena

Important Note

Planning to check in outside the check-in time (such as early morning or late in the evening)? You can arrange it directly with the property!

General Check-in Instructions

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

, 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 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Pets

Service Animals Allowed

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General Information

Popular Facilities	Swimming Pool, Parking, WiFi
Check-In / Check-Out Time	From 14:00 - 22:00 - to 11:00
Breakfast Availability	Yes, hotel has room that provide breakfast
Available rooms at Vista Ballena	20
Number of floors in Vista Ballena	2
Another facilities in Vista Ballena	Children pool, Outdoor pool, Picnic area, Garden, Outdoor facilities

Frequently asked question in Vista Ballena

What are available facilities at Vista Ballena?

There are top facilites at Vista Ballena such as Swimming Pool, Parking, WiFi. (some may require extra charges)

What is normal check-in & check-out time at Vista Ballena?

The standard check-in time at Vista Ballena is starting from 14:00 - 22:00 while the latest check-out time is at Before 11:00

Does Vista Ballena provide breakfast?

Yes, Vista Ballena provides breakfast. However, you need to choose a room with breakfast or pay extra charge if you book a room without breakfast.

What is the star rating of Vista Ballena?

Vista Ballena is a 3.5-star hotel.

How many floors does Vista Ballena have?

Vista Ballena has 2 floors.

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Overall Ratings & Reviews Vista Ballena

Other sources (116)

8.4

Very Good

From 116 reviews

Cleanliness

8.6

Room Comfort

8.4

Service and Facilites

9.0

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Fabian

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 52 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Angel

with Partner

6.0

/10

Reviewed 55 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

My stay was good overall, this hotel is located in a rough place to get to which caught me off guard. It’s up a hill with terrible roads. The hotel itself however has the best view I’ve ever had. The rooms are decent. It’s a bit older construction. The breakfast is ok it didn’t fill me up. All the service was great, the employees were nice. However the communication between myself and the hotel for tour information and pricing was a bit weird/not really clear.

Esteban

Leisure Family

8.0

/10

Reviewed 68 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I did not like the drive up to the property. The road is in terrible shape. I see why some driver's refused to take us up there.

Simona

Leisure Family

6.0

/10

Reviewed 82 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

I trully enjoyed the stunning views, the pool and lovely restaurant and bar area. The staff was welcoming and eager to assist. However our room was dated and the shower area was moldy and could use some attention. We had to request towels, (we had 1 for 3 ppl) someone to refill up the coffee pods etc. The drive to the property is challenging and you could literally lose a tire on the way there. It only takes a bit of effort to cover these holes. The food was decent but nothing spectacular. Overall with a few little improvements this could be a trully remarkable experience! I booked 2 standard rooms for 2 nights, my friends received an upgrade as their AC was not working and the presence of geckoes and other insects disrupted their sleep in the first night.

Gilles

with Partner

8.0

/10

Reviewed 88 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

We walked into our room there was no toilet paper or towels. Everything seemed clean. Just makes you wonder. The restaurant was pricey but very good and efficient.

Carl

Business

6.0

/10

Reviewed 109 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Don’t throw toilet paper in the toilet but in the trash can? Ridiculous, that happened in Costa Ric sin the 1980s but not in 2024. The hotel is very outdated, and there is no parking near the rooms so you must walk in incredible amount of stairs. Not for older people or with bad lunch. The staff is incredibly helpful and the food is pretty decent. That makes up for a lot. The view at the pool, terrace, bar, and rooms is to die for.

Said Raffeeth

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 112 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Love this place!! Would definitely stay again

Dennis

Leisure Family

10.0

/10

Reviewed 114 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Carlos

Leisure

10.0

/10

Reviewed 118 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Excellent place which very kind people and the most beautiful nature that you can imagine

Leisure Family

10.0

/10

Reviewed 122 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Highly recommend for an enjoyable, tranquil stay with an owner and employees who are incredibly welcoming.

Edwin

Leisure Family

8.0

/10

Reviewed 125 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The views were amazing, the food was delicious but the rooms were very outdated can use some remodeling and the road to the place is bad very steep not paved and not wide enough for two cars to pass...

Amy

Friends and Family with Friends

10.0

/10

Reviewed 135 week(s) ago

Hotels.com verified review

The view from the pool is amazing! We spent an entire day there. The view from the room patio was also nice. We saw lots of birds every day. Get ready for the stair master to get to and from your room. Our room had a sketchy hole in the ceiling above the shower and we had quite a few bugs in our room, but no big deal when you're in paradise. The bathroom was a lil small and dated, but we hardly spent any time in there. Drinks at the pool were reasonably-priced even thigh they didn't have any prices listed... food was on the more expensive side... so we just drank more. Really enjoyed our stay here overall and it was a great place to unwind before heading back home. I would stay here again!

Alan

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 139 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The view of the sunset

Jill

Leisure Family

6.0

/10

Reviewed 148 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Rooms are down several steep staircases from the tiny common area perched atop the hill. Aversive muzak played nonstop in the bar/restaurant area which permeated the whole place. Not a peaceful costa rican environment.

Molly

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 148 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

We had an amazing stay! The staff was friendly, the food was delicious, and the view is amazing!

wendy

Leisure with Friends

6.0

/10

Reviewed 172 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The view from the restaurant is breathtaking. The restaurant's food is delicious. But the room we stayed in, the toilet had issues. First, it had no cold water going into the bathroom sink, shower and toilet. The maintenance team resolved as the main line was turned off. Then the toilet was howling every time you flushed for 20 seconds. Sounded like you were at a sports arena with foghorns. They said it was trapped air in piped. The howling/screeching sound lasted the entire time we stayed (one/night). I explained and showed a video to the receptionist and she just gave me a blank stare and said that there is air in the pipes.

Zenon

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 187 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Villa Ballena is a tucked away gem. About 10 minutes up a narrow and steep road off Hwy 34 you end up a jungle setting. Edgar is bar/restaurant was fabulous

Simon

Leisure with Friends

8.0

/10

Reviewed 191 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

The morning coffee at the restaurant needs improvement. There are a lot of stairs. Nice pool.

Davina

Leisure with Partner

10.0

/10

Reviewed 229 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Everyone at Vista Ballena was welcoming and friendly the pool area/restaurant bar area was so relaxing. Definitely a must go to place!

Boris

10.0

/10

Reviewed 232 week(s) ago

Expedia Group verified review

Amazing food, views and service. Nice clean rooms with a great view from the balconies. Will go back next time.

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