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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Ballena Rey Hotel in Uvita offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and garden or pool views. Each room includes a kitchenette, work desk, and free WiFi.
Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor swimming pool, open-air bath, and a lush garden. The hotel features a terrace, balcony, and outdoor dining area. Additional amenities include a fitness centre, sauna, and free on-site parking.
Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves local and international cuisines with gluten-free options. Breakfast includes continental, American, buffet, and à la carte selections, featuring local specialities and fresh fruits.
Prime Location: Located 13 km from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and 29 km from Nauyaca Waterfalls, the hotel provides easy access to local attractions.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
9.2
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Guests who stayed here loved
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Mildred
Hong Kong
“Friendly and helpful staff. Gilberto helped us arrange our whale watching tour with the local tourist association. Decent sized apartment with large balcony and drying rack after the day at the beach.”
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Valentine
Canada
“A little gem I would definitely use again. The staff was incredible, very helpful, kind and amazing. The room was like a little apartment with comfy beds, a kitchen and living room area. The pool was lovely, the breakfast great and there is an...”
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Sarah
United Kingdom
“Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location and clean and comfortable rooms. Good size pool.”
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Martin
Slovenia
“The apartments are small, but well-equipped and very clean. There is a lovely pool area and a lush garden on the property. The whole property is well-maintained. The (small) breakfast buffet was delicious. The staff does their best to help you...”
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Julia
United Kingdom
“Staff great - really friendly and helpful. We had a big suite, lots of space. Good breakfast. Walking distance to Tracopa bus station and the national park (though handy to be able to take an uber if pouring) as well as restaurants and a...”
Andrea
Netherlands
“Great tico breakfast! Lovely staff! Best place to stay to go whale watching ❤️”
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Mats
United Kingdom
“Best top notch service given by Gilberto and his staff. Free parking. Lovely swimming pool. Smart tv. Breakfast buffet. Laundry service.”
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Ursa
Slovenia
“Breakfast was simple but good
Pool was great to kill time in the afternoon
The owner was very kind, which is why I'm giving a 9/10. Without that, I would have rated it lower.
Room had a basic kitchen, parking was available.”
Francesca
United Kingdom
“Exceptional! The hotel is perfect… close to the beach and the facilities and amenities are above any expectations.
Staff is super polite friendly and professional.
If you are looking for the perfect stay, then look no further. This is the right...”
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Jamie
South Africa
“Great shower, lovely pool, good breakfast and incredibly attentive staff who made us feel very welcome”
Hotel surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
Restaurante #1
Cuisine
Local • International
Open for
Breakfast
Ambiance
Family friendly
Dietary options
Gluten-free
House rules
Ballena Rey Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:30 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
Cash
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 06:00.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Ballena Rey Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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Hong Kong“Friendly and helpful staff. Gilberto helped us arrange our whale watching tour with the local tourist association. Decent sized apartment with large balcony and drying rack after the day at the beach.”
Canada“A little gem I would definitely use again. The staff was incredible, very helpful, kind and amazing. The room was like a little apartment with comfy beds, a kitchen and living room area. The pool was lovely, the breakfast great and there is an...”
United Kingdom“Very friendly and helpful staff. Great location and clean and comfortable rooms. Good size pool.”
Slovenia“The apartments are small, but well-equipped and very clean. There is a lovely pool area and a lush garden on the property. The whole property is well-maintained. The (small) breakfast buffet was delicious. The staff does their best to help you...”
Netherlands“Great tico breakfast! Lovely staff! Best place to stay to go whale watching ❤️”
Francesca
South Africa“Great shower, lovely pool, good breakfast and incredibly attentive staff who made us feel very welcome”
