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Offering outdoor pool and a spa and wellness center, Whales and Dolphins Hotel and Restaurante is located in Uvita, 2.5 mi from Playa Hermosa Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available in common areas. The rooms here will provide you with a cable TV, air conditioning and a balcony. Complete with a refrigerator, the dining area also has a coffee machine. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and towels. You can enjoy a sea view from all the rooms and breakfast included. At the property you will find a restaurant. Other facilities offered include meeting facilities, a ticket service and a tour desk. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding, hiking and windsurfing. Higueron River is 1640 feet away and Marino Ballena National Park is 1.9 mi away. Juan Santamaría International Airport is 3 hours’ drive away. The property offers free parking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental, American

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Value for money
8.2
Location
8.8
Free WiFi
6.9
Low score for Uvita
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Katja
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Great view to the whale tail beach from almost everywhere. Really friendly and helpful Staff. Nice pool and restaurant area. Everything was always clean. Good food & drinks.
  • Roberto
    United States of America United States of America
    People are awesome, always on the lookout for anything you may need.
  • Carlos
    Costa Rica Costa Rica
    Excellent service by all personnel. They all showed real interest in helping, supporting and servicing us.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Mi Amore Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      Argentinian • Italian • International • Latin American • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Traditional • Romantic
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Dairy-free

Amenities of Vista Ballena
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Sea view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Tour desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Car rental
  • Packed lunches
  • Fan
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Infinity pool
  • Pool with view
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Yoga classes
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Public Bath
  • Open-air bath
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish

House rules

Vista Ballena takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Cash Vista Ballena accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Vista Ballena of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

FAQs about Vista Ballena

  • Vista Ballena has 1 restaurant:

    • Mi Amore Restaurant

  • Room options at Vista Ballena include:

    • Double

  • Guests staying at Vista Ballena can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at Vista Ballena is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Vista Ballena offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Fishing
    • Open-air bath
    • Yoga classes
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Happy hour
    • Public Bath

  • The prices at Vista Ballena may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Vista Ballena is 0.9 miles from the center of Uvita. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.