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Villas Alturas

3.5 star property
Resort in Ballena with free breakfast and spa services

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Villa, 1 Bedroom | Microwave
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Couples treatment room(s), body treatments, body scrubs, massages
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, One Queen Size Bed.

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 93 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Single Futon

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
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About the area

Map
San Martin Norte, Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Playa Dominicalito - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 9 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Playa Dominical - 11 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 22 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Villas Alturas

Resort by the ocean
At Villas Alturas, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body treatment or a body scrub. The on-site restaurant, nFusion Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • Concierge services, multilingual staff and a TV in reception
  • Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 25-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/cupboards and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • nFusion Bistro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free extra futon

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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

Property is also known as

Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Dominical
Villas Alturas Hotel
Villas Alturas Hotel Dominical
Villas Alturas Costa Rica/Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Resort Villas Alturas Ballena
Ballena Villas Alturas Resort
Resort Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Villas Alturas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Villas Alturas?

As of 15 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villas Alturas on 16 June 2025 start from AU$157.31, 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 Villas Alturas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villas Alturas?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villas Alturas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Villas Alturas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villas Alturas located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa resort is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Playa Dominicalito and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Villas Alturas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 173 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 173 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 173 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 173 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 173 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Amazing views and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

All rooms would benefit from a mini fridg! Lovely view of Alejuela. Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing view and great service. We booked a future stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Stay was amazing. The views do NOT get any better than this. It’s not the most modern but it’s better than some 5 star places I’ve stayed. And I travel a lot. Highly recommend and definitely get a 4x4.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10

It was ok. Needs a little TLC. Was delighted with the short walk to restaurants directly on the beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Ocean views are amazing. Hotel staff is extremely good at helping us to accommodate and answer our inquiries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

The property was fantastic and the views are stunning. Super nice pool with fantastic service! Highly suggest a 4X4 if conditions are wet. The staff was absolutely wonderful when we checked in!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

The bed was incredible. Best night sleep ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10

Excellent and will definitely come again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

excelent ocean view and relaxing pool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Amazing views. Intimate setting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10

I had a blast. It feels intimate and not too crowded. It feels serene yet close to many beaches and restaurants. The staff were wonderful. Would definitely be back here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10

We loved our room, as well as the staff who were so helpful during our three day stay. Breakfast was amazing, and the view, unbeatable! We plan to go back sometime it was that good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10

Gorgeous views, great privacy. Room a little beaten down, but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10

Beautiful mountain view of the ocean from private villa & the restaurant. Staff is friendly & helpful, food is delicious/gourmet & bonus! Location is right next door the the wildlife sanctuary (highly recommended, very informative & interesting).
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

What a great fine alturis was! Fun accommodating staff. Cool setting, incredible views. And the red snapper dinner was the best i've ever happened! Hope I get a chance to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10

Very nice hotel, excellent food and great staff. We very much enjoyed staying at the hotel and will definitely return. The villas are excellent with a lot of space and great views. My only recommendation would be to add air conditioning in the living room/kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Amazing place to stay. Very clean and staff was amazing. The views are fenomenal. No filters needed. The Villas are very spacious. We are definitely coming back. Super happy with our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

Simply superbe, in every respect. When you are there, you should definitely also take your dinner there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10

Thanks dear friends for the great and unforgettable service.

10/10

This was our second time staying at Villas Alturas and it was just as magical now as it was 7 years ago. You climb a very steep drive to a piece of paradise. The view is to die for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

We booked this last minute as an alternative to our more rugged lodge in the mountains. It was a perfect antidote! The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, the location overlooking the ocean was breathtaking. The food was probably the best we'd experienced during out 10 day Costa Rican visit! Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10

Amazing place, views, pool landscape, beautiful and first class location. Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating (shout out to Casey). Consider that car is necessary ideally 4x4 as all roads in area are dirt and not all are well maintained. Part of the beauty of the area. Restaurant at hotel is lovely with great selection. A home run!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10

The restaurant menu was very simple and just average in quality. The villa I got had no view of the ocean and when I asked for another one, they claimed there were no more and it was not true. There were several empty ones!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024