Vista Ballena | Hotel in Uvita

| 8.5 (581 Reviews) |  3 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Ballena Hotel | Vista Ballena

Hotel in Ballena, Uvita

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..

Vista Ballena is located in Uvita.

This 19 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Parking, View, Wheelchair Accessible, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 581 reviews with the average score of 8.5 . Coming to Uvita and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 19 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this PickleTrip place in Uvita. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

This Vista Ballena in Uvita is well equipped and has all facilities that have been listed below. Please note that these details were shared to us by booking.com for the listed “Vista Ballena”. We solely rely on their shared details and are regarded as “accurate”. If you have any concerns about the information or accuracy describing this Hotel, please let us know.

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Uvita, OSA, Costa Rica, Uvita, 60504, Costa Rica

Amenities

Air ConditionerAir Conditioner
ParkingParking
PoolPool
TVTV
ViewView
Wheelchair AccessibleWheelchair Accessible
Ocean ViewOcean View
Balcony/TerraceBalcony/Terrace
OceanfrontOceanfront
AccessibilityAccessibility
Transportation/ShuttleTransportation/Shuttle
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
Sports/ActivitiesSports/Activities
Wellness FacilitiesWellness Facilities
SpaSpa
RestaurantRestaurant
BarBar
Guest ServicesGuest Services
EntertainmentEntertainment
BreakfastBreakfast
Child FriendlyChild Friendly
InternetInternet
LaundryLaundry

Facility Overview

BreakfastBreakfast
  • RestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBar
  • Kids' mealsKids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)Special diet meals (on request)
  • Wine/ChampagneWine/Champagne
  • FruitFruit
ParkingParking
  • Accessible parkingAccessible parking
  • Parking on siteParking on site
  • ParkingParking
  • Free parkingFree parking
  • Private ParkingPrivate Parking
ActivitiesActivities
  • SpaSpa
  • Spa/Wellness packagesSpa/Wellness packages
  • Public BathPublic Bath
  • Yoga classesYoga classes
  • SnorkelingSnorkeling
  • FishingFishing
  • HikingHiking
  • Open-air bathOpen-air bath
  • MassageMassage
  • Happy hourHappy hour
  • Live music/PerformanceLive music/Performance
EntertainmentEntertainment
  • Board games/PuzzlesBoard games/Puzzles
GeneralGeneral
  • Non-smoking roomsNon-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guestsFacilities for disabled guests
  • Air conditioningAir conditioning
Guest ServicesGuest Services
  • Packed lunchesPacked lunches
  • Daily housekeepingDaily housekeeping
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)Shuttle service (additional charge)
  • Shared lounge/TV areaShared lounge/TV area
  • Car rentalCar rental
  • LaundryLaundry
  • Shuttle serviceShuttle service
  • ConciergeConcierge
  • Grocery deliveriesGrocery deliveries
  • Room serviceRoom service
  • Tour deskTour desk
  • Invoice providedInvoice provided
InternetInternet
  • InternetInternet
  • Free WifiFree Wifi
  • WifiWifi
OutdoorsOutdoors
  • Outdoor pool (year-round)Outdoor pool (year-round)
  • Outdoor furnitureOutdoor furniture
  • TerraceTerrace
  • Outdoor poolOutdoor pool
  • Sun deckSun deck
Security/SafetySecurity/Safety
  • Key accessKey access
  • Fire extinguishersFire extinguishers
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaningGuest accommodation sealed after cleaning
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between staysGuest accommodation disinfected between stays
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelinesLinens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirusUse of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stayGuests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitizedAll plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized
  • Delivered food covered securelyDelivered food covered securely
  • Physical distancing in dining areasPhysical distancing in dining areas
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodationFood can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Breakfast to-go containersBreakfast to-go containers
  • First aid kits availableFirst aid kits available
  • Process in place to check health of guestsProcess in place to check health of guests
  • Access to healthcare professionalsAccess to healthcare professionals
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authoritiesStaff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areasHand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removedShared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed
  • Cashless payment availableCashless payment available
  • Physical distancing rules followedPhysical distancing rules followed
  • Contactless check-in/outContactless check-in/out
SpaSpa
  • Kids' poolKids' pool
  • Swimming poolSwimming pool
  • Beach chairs/LoungersBeach chairs/Loungers
  • Pool with viewPool with view
  • Infinity poolInfinity pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cancellation policy
Cancellation policy
Non refundable
Pet Policy
Pet Policy
Pets are not allowed
Please inform 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, 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, guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Reviews

Value for money:
8.4
Location:
8.9
Staff:
9.26
Facilities:
8.46
Comfort:
8.7
Cleanliness:
8.69
Lisa
Apr 5, 2026 07:00:00 AM
Review Score:   8
USA
Reviewer Type: Family With Children
Travel Purpose: leisure
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Room Arrangement

Room InfoFacilities
Standard Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 King bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Tile/Marble floor, Hypoallergenic, Mosquito net

Outdoors

Outdoor dining area, Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine

Living Area

Sitting area

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens, Wardrobe or closet

View

Inner courtyard view, Mountain view, Garden view, City view, Landmark view, Sea view, View

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Superior Double Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Twin bed(s) Bed
1 Full bed(s) Bed
Superior Double Room

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Hypoallergenic, Mosquito net

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine

Living Area

Sitting area

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens, Childrens' cribs

View

Inner courtyard view, Mountain view, Garden view, River view, Landmark view, Sea view, View

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Pool and Spa

Infinity Pool

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer
Deluxe Room
Room Type: Double
Room Size: 18 m2
1 Full bed(s) Bed

Food & Drink

Tea/Coffee maker

Bathroom

Shampoo, Private bathroom, Free toiletries, Shower, Toilet paper, Body soap, Towels, Conditioner, Hairdryer, Toilet

Media & Technology

Satellite channels, Flat-screen TV, TV, Cable channels

General

Air conditioning, Fan, Private entrance, Trash cans, Hypoallergenic, Mosquito net

Outdoors

Balcony, Terrace

Kitchen

Refrigerator, Coffee machine

Living Area

Sitting area

Bedroom

Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft), Linens

View

Mountain view, Garden view, City view, Landmark view, Sea view, View

Room amenities

Clothes rack, Hypoallergenic pillow, Socket near the bed

Safety features

Air purifiers

Physical distancing

Single-room AC for guest accommodation

Cleanliness & disinfection

Hand sanitizer

FAQ's

Is this Vista Ballena pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

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

Check-in time for Vista Ballena starts counting from 2:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Vista Ballena have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Vista Ballena has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Vista Ballena?

Best-rates for the Vista Ballena starts from $205 per night with includes TV, Ocean View, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Restaurant, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Parking, View, Wheelchair Accessible, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Entertainment, Pool, Transportation/Shuttle, Wellness Facilities, Spa, Bar, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Guest Services With private courts and nearby facilities. PickleTrip™ offers a wide range of properties for pickleball players and travelers of all types. Our goal is to connect you with the perfect vacation rental, resort, or hotel that has a private pickleball court or nearby facilities, ensuring a fun and active stay.

Is Vista Ballena a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Vista Ballena wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Vista Ballena is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Vista Ballena?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Vista Ballena indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Vista Ballena?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Vista Ballena are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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