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Hotel Ballena REY

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Deluxe Apartment | Living area
Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor | Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

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el mariposario, 89428009, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504
  • Catarata uvita
    5 min drive
  • Uvita Beach
    7 min drive
  • Playa Colonia
    7 min drive
  • Buenos Aires (BAI)
    108 min drive

Room options

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Basic Room

Basic Room

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Apartment

Traditional Apartment

  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Room

  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View

Economy Double Room, 1 Bedroom, Private Bathroom, Garden View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Hotel Ballena REY

Bayside hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
An outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free buffet breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and a front-desk safe. Change of bedsheets is available on request.
Hotel Ballena REY offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables and kitchen islands. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and hair dryers. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

During your stay at Hotel Ballena REY, you'll be within walking distance of Uvita Beach. Free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are available.
  • Free buffet breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices))
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe and a terrace
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Arco Beach and a few minutes from Catarata uvita
  • Local-area and bus station shuttle service available for a fee
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 1 kilometers and a bus station shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Ballena REY. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Ballena hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free buffet breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free secured self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Local area shuttle (surcharge) up to 1 kilometres
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM

Things to do

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • Dining table
  • Fence around the pool
  • Full-sized fridge
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Accessible bus station shuffle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • 10 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 14 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 3
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Down duvet
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select comfort bed

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV
  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Printer
  • Restaurant dining guide
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofing
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Ballena REY

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 18.0 per night.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 18.0 per night

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Hotel Ballena REY offers transfers from the bus station (fees may apply). Please contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation 24 hours prior to arrival with your arrival details. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Property Registration Number 22345750

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Hotel Ballena REY Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the helpful staff, clean rooms and excellent breakfasts. We will definitely visit this beautiful property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was lovely. The room was spacious and clean and had an excellent price. The Breakfast, which was included, was very good (had many options and was tasty), and the staff was very kind and friendly. Definitly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

marie andree

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Too good to be true
Gréât customer service. Pool is great. Breakfast is complete: coffee, juice, fruits, bacon, eggs, pancake, rice/bean, etc. Towels for pool, parking, ac, clean, mini kitchen, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Marie, GAINESVILLE

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff! Everyone was so pleasant and nice and genuinely care about their residents. They were quick to respond to any requests we had. The rooms were spacious and clean. They provide towels for the beach and pool. Easy parking with lots of space. Good location with easy access to groceries, restaurants, gas stations, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was great. The room nice and clean. We will definitely come back. Very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rone, Cape Coral

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and cozy place. The rooms are AWESOME. The staff were super accommodating and happy to help. Will return!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10
Best hotel in Uvita!! Top tier customer service we love it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An Enjoyable Weekend
This is a lovely hotel, the staff were helpful, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend the hotel

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023