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Hotel Ballena REY

3.0 star property
Bayside hotel with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, printers
32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, printers
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Family Apartment

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

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

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Club Room, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Club Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Room

Basic Room

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Traditional Apartment

Traditional Apartment

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • 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

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
el mariposario, 89428009, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • Arco Beach - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Catarata uvita - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Uvita Beach - 7 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 13 min drive - 4.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ballena REY

Hotel by the sea
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a firepit at Hotel Ballena REY. In addition to a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A local area shuttle, smoke-free property and local meal delivery service
  • Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Other amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets and Select Comfort beds
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Private fenced gardens, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

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 transport

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

Food and drink

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • 14 accessible parking spaces
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Area rugs in room
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • 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
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 18.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Property Registration Number 22345750

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hotel Ballena REY Hotel
Hotel Ballena REY Ballena
Hotel Ballena REY Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ballena REY have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ballena REY?

As of 7 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballena REY on 9 Mar 2025 start from AU$168.25, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hotel Ballena REY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Ballena REY?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ballena REY?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ballena REY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Ballena REY located?

Located in the heart of Ballena, this hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Uvita Beach, Playa Colonia and Catarata uvita. Secret Lau Pool and Punta Uvita are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hotel Ballena REY Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jose luis

Nice and comfortable place. Pool, huge apartments, good breakfast and very friendly personal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Angela

Once you pass through the lobby you enter the beautiful gardens in the courtyard. The pool was small but nice, the breakfasts were good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Zhu

Rooms are spacious and clean, had everything that we needed. Staff are very friendly. We caught some fishes during our fishing tour and the kitchen helped us cook them.

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend the hotel

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Jess was wonderful and very informative. The property is beautiful would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lyudmila

Everything was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

An Enjoyable Weekend
This is a lovely hotel, the staff were helpful, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

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

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Great location, breakfast and the staff at the kitchen were super nice. The receptionist was in a hurry and his service was regular. Simple rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

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

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

10/10
Best hotel in Uvita!! Top tier customer service we love it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Marie

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

marie andree

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

8/10 Good

Ana

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

abel

Très bel accueil, il y a tout ce qu'il faut dans la chambre! Bon déjeuner et belle piscine en plus!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilfried

Wir haben hier 3 Nächte verbracht - würden auf jedem Fall wiederkommen. Personal sehr nett und behilflich. Zimmer geräumig, Betten sehr bequem wenn auch sehr weich. Pool sehr sauber
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nataly

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Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Héctor

Un ambiente sano
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ITZEL

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Molly

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florian

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024