Hotel Ballena REY

3.0 star property
3-star hotel perfect for exploring Ballena

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Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Living area | 32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, printers
Reception
Deluxe Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters
Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | In-room dining
Shower, rainfall showerhead, free toiletries, hair dryer
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
el mariposario, 89428009, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504
  • Popular LocationCatarata uvita5 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarino Ballena National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationUvita Beach7 min drive
  • AirportPalmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)46 min drive

Room options

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

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Basic Room

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room

  • 520 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Uvita

Seaside stay .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Ballena hotel, you'll find Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia. Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 5 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 5 min drive
  • Punta Uvita - 6 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 7 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo - 2 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena - 7 min walk
  • Sibu - 14 min walk
  • Pizzeria La Fogata - 3 min walk
  • Uvita Beer Garden - 5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Ballena REY

3-star hotel perfect for exploring Ballena
As a guest of Hotel Ballena REY, you'll find an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public spaces have free WiFi. Hotel Ballena REY also features a garden, a front-desk safe, and pool umbrellas. Free self parking is available. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3-star Ballena hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Hotel Ballena REY offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas and include dining tables and kitchen islands. Select Comfort beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Accommodations at this 3-star hotel have kitchenettes with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries.

This Ballena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and printers. Additionally, rooms include rice cookers and ceiling fans. In-room massages, hypo-allergenic bedding, and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

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

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

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
  • 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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Fenced yard
  • Furnished balcony

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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

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

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, cash, and mobile payments. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ballena REY have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Ballena REY.

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

As of May 24, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballena REY on Jun 1, 2024 start from $62.06, excluding 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.

How close is Hotel Ballena REY to the beach?

This hotel is 1.3 mi (6-min drive) from Punta Uvita and 1.5 mi (7-min drive) from Uvita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Ballena REY offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Ballena REY, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 8 for adults and USD 8 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Ballena REY?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ballena REY?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Ballena REY?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Ballena REY have a pool?

Hotel Ballena REY features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hotel Ballena REY have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Ballena REY to downtown Ballena?

Hotel Ballena REY is 0.2 mi away from Uvita.

Hotel Ballena REY Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rone, Cape Coral

Traveled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Julianna

Traveled with group
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

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

8/10 Good

Margarita

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jean

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023