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Hotel Ballena REY

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Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

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el mariposario, 89428009, Bahía Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Colonia
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Arco Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬

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Basic Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Basic Room

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

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

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Deluxe Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Traditional Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Traditional Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets

Club Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Hotel Ballena REY

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 a safe and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes dining tables and kitchen islands. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodation at this 3-star hotel has kitchenettes with full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

This Bahía 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 a hairdryer. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 Wi-Fi (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 3-minute drive from Marino Ballena National Park and a few minutes from Catarata uvita
  • Bus station shuttle and local-area shuttle service available for a fee
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. An area shuttle within 1 kilometres 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 Bahía Ballena hotel is smoke free.

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

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 cot
  • 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

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Free cot
  • 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
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
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Hotel Ballena REY offers transfers from the bus station (fees may apply). Please contact the property on 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 at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to 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

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

Hotel Ballena REY Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Staff, clean place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff. Large clean modern rooms. Beds were good. The jungle like feel inside was great and we enjoyed the pool as a family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean apartment. Best shower so far in costa rica. Owner/manager and staff are very hospitable and accommodating! Would definately recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An oasis in Uvita. The Owner was excellent, very friendly and always had time for a chat with guests. Location was great, good parking, breakfast was good, clean and comfortable rooms with lots of space. Pool area was quiet, you would not believe you are in a town, Highly recommend to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rusty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay if you don't care about 4-star finishes. Everyone was very friendly and efficient. wonderful stay if frufru finishes aren't a necessity for you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Idamaris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The comfiest beds
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jose luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and comfortable place. Pool, huge apartments, good breakfast and very friendly personal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, staff were friendly and helpful. Room was quiet. We enjoyed breakfast by the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BRIGITTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The 24/7 front counter is a great feature, the pool is nice, the suite upstairs had all we needed in the kitchen, and hot water with good pressure in the shower. The fridge came in handy for leftovers from our favorite restaurant just a few minutes up the street. We met friendly travelers and had a fantastic visit.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lyudmila

Everything was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jess was wonderful and very informative. The property is beautiful would definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Rocio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rone

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
Verified

6/10 Okay

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo Marie

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marie andree

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Ballena Rey Hotel from December 14–18 in Unit 9 while traveling from Canada to do some scuba diving in Uvita, and we had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The hotel was very clean and well maintained. Housekeeping came every day to clean the room and provide fresh towels, which we really appreciated after long days of diving. The hotel is located in a safe and quiet neighbourhood. The property itself has a peaceful atmosphere and was never noisy. Our unit was on the ground floor beside the pool and restaurant area, but noise was never an issue. By the time we went to bed around 9 p.m., everything was calm and quiet. The bed and pillows were also very comfortable to sleep in which makes a huge difference. Every staff member we encountered was friendly and welcoming. The daytime manager at the front desk (we unfortunately can’t remember his name) truly stood out. He went above and beyond to help us with any requests, always greeted us with a warm smile, and genuinely cared about how our day was going. We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place to stay in Uvita!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025