Title: Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=30679916&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining Condo in Bahía Ballena with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining ![Exterior - Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30680000/30680000/30679916/93d15f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30680000/30680000/30679916/54ba67ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30680000/30680000/30679916/d3a91441.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, Internet, bed sheets - Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30680000/30680000/30679916/b3958931.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining (Uvita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30680000/30680000/30679916/c229210a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Makara Suite Mariposa Ground Floor, a tropical haven on the outskirts of Uvita, offers a peaceful retreat with a furnished balcony and full kitchen. Stroll to the nearby secluded beach or explore Uvita's shopping and dining options just five miles north. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Mountain view £170 includes taxes & fees 17 Feb - 18 Feb ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining Makara Suite Mariposa Ground Floor Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' Couples and solitary travelers alike will find something to love about this ground-floor apartment on the outskirts of Uvita. The tropical scenery and a secluded beach only steps away provide plenty of variety, with a furnished balcony and full kitchen waiting back at the apartment. What's nearby: Part of Makara Suites, this condo is only a short walk from dining at Cabinas Y Restaurante Katakolo or Villa Leonor at Ballena Beach Club, and it's a brisk stroll from a quiet beach. For more excitement, Uvita is five miles to the north, boasting shopping, dining, a breathtaking stretch of beachfront, and adventures like fishing tours to try. Ballena Marine National Park is nearby, known for its humpback whale migration and the land bridge that appears at low tide to Punta Uvita and its iconic whale-tail rock formation. Things to know: Free WiFi Full kitchen (no dishwasher) Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle. This rental is located on floor 1. Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 18 years of age to book. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the condo: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Rafting nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/a4b5f54b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Canavida Villas & Resort Bahía Ballena - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 9.8 Exceptional 77 reviews £121 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=90013782&PinnedHotelID=90013782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8126300/8126251/733fce93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa Bahía Ballena - 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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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Ground-floor Resort Condo Great Location Beach Dining Uvita Ground-floor Resort Condo Great Location Beach Dining Ground-floor Great Location Beach Dining Uvita Ground-floor Great Location Beach Dining Ground-floor Resort Condo Great Location Beach Dining Uvita Ground-floor Resort Condo Great Location Beach Dining Ground-floor Great Location Beach Dining Uvita Ground-floor Resort Condo Great Location Beach Dining Ground-floor Great Location Beach Dining Uvita Ground-floor Great Location Beach Dining Ground floor Resort Condo With Great Location Near Beach Dining Ground floor Resort Condo With Great Location Near Beach Dining Ground floor Resort Condo With Great Location Near Beach Dining 17045 ## About the area Located in Bahía Ballena, this condo is in a rural area and by the sea. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Uvita Beach and Marino Ballena National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena.dx6047931) [View more Condo rentals in Bahía Ballena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Condos.d6047931-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.11350%2C-83.69313&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jsg9EE7jZyvVZCjCrfhLm-3ihYo=) Uvita, Pu ### What's nearby - ![Sunset at Uvita Beach, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/34184579-09a3-45cd-b0a5-4f0cf6f02fe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Uvita Beach 8 min drive \- 5.7 miles - ![This is the Whales Tail in Costa Rica next to Uvita #AdventurePhotoContest #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/83afa6fd-6969-409a-afa3-a274d234bfea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Marino Ballena National Park 9 min drive \- 3.8 miles - Playa Ballena 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Pinuela Beach 1 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Playa Tortuga 10 min drive \- 4.4 miles ### Restaurants - Restaurante Marino Ballena 7 min drive - La Choza de Alejo 6 min drive - Potz Bistro 6 min drive - Ballena Bistro 18 min walk - Tagua 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining? ### How much is parking at Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining? ### What time is check-in at Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining? ### What time is check-out at Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining? ### Where is Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ground-floor resort condo with great location near beach & dining Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 14 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy A. 10 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A nice place! The place is well put together and comfortable, with a nice staff! ##### Christy A. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria E. 9 Apr 2022 #### Perfecto para relajarse! Great place to estoy and relax. Todas las estancias son muy amplias, el baño es enorme con ducha y bañera, el salón muy cómodo con ventanales que dan a la selva y el jardín, la cocina totalmente equipada y la terraza privada es genial. Todos los apartamentos tienen mucha privacidad porque están en lados opuestos. Lo usamos a mitad de viaje para estar más cómodos y repetimos el último día a la vuelta de Bahía Drake. All rooms are very big, the bathroom is awesome with both shower and bathtub, the living room is very cosy with great views to the jungle and garden, kitchen and private veranda. We’ve stayed in the middle of our trip to relax and be more comfortable and had repeated on our way back from Bay Drake to San José. ##### Maria E. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Patricia J. 2 Feb 2022 #### Me gusta todo Este lugar es muy cómodo: su ubicación, está muy bien equipado, es de fácil acceso ##### Patricia J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### David C. 16 Nov 2021 #### Almost a perfect stay. The location was perfect for us, with the exception of the noisy traffic during the day. We loved the “jungle” setting and listening to all the birds singing their tunes. The home had everything we required for a week stay. Highly recommended. ##### David C. ### 8/10 Good #### Wendy N. 8 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, location Disliked: Communication #### Nice condo in good location This is a nice place to stay, with monkeys passing by in trees. Nicely furnished, few cooking utensils if you want to eat in. My only complaint would be the property manager never returned any of the 3 calls we made to her and there are no towel racks to hang anything up to dry. ##### Wendy N. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolina G. 27 Jul 2021 #### Cómodo alojamiento El condominio es amplio, muy limpio y bien ubicado. Nos gustaría regresar ##### Carolina G. ### 8/10 Good #### Esteban A. 26 Oct 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good almost everything perfect. we were very happy with the place and the cleanliness. Above all, I appreciate the service that I received by phone. weak points The mattress on the bed was misshapen and not comfortable, the pillows smelled very musty. the powered air was not working at all. wifii signal a little weak in some areas of the house. once again I appreciate the hospitality and support. I hope to return ##### Esteban A. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### sarah T. 4 Jul 2020 #### Our go to in Uvita!! Clean, comfy, quiet, great staff!! ##### sarah T. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Héctor M. 10 Jan 2020 #### “Alojamiento muy bonito, es tal cual como se ve en las fotos, el alojamiento se encuentra en la n... “Alojamiento muy bonito, es tal cual como se ve en las fotos, el alojamiento se encuentra en la naturaleza a pocos metros de la carretera que va hacia Uvita, que está a unos 4km. El alojamiento está bien equipado, con buena cama y buen cuarto de baño. Los sofás son un poco incómodos y viejos, deberían cambiarse. En la propiedad se dispone de secadora lavadora que siempre viene bien. Un sitio recomendable para venir en pareja” ##### Héctor M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alfred R., Rotterdam 31 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing! Spacious! Modern! The best you can get for this price. We stay an extra 5 days. ##### Alfred R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jessica M. 4 Dec 2019 #### Excellent Everything was perfect and as described. ##### Jessica M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leidy A. 23 Nov 2019 #### Excellent Excelente lugar ##### Leidy A. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis V. 13 Nov 2019 #### Excelente lugar, ampliamente recomendable! Excelente lugar, ampliamente recomendable! ##### Dennis V. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katia P. 3 Oct 2019 #### Makara Luxe Suites - a great place to stay! My husband and I absolutely loved our stay at Makara. We highly recommend it to anyone! ##### Katia P. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dean S. 15 Jun 2019 #### “We stayed a week at Vacasa and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The unit was beautiful and spacious... “We stayed a week at Vacasa and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The unit was beautiful and spacious! The location is a short way out of town and has you on the edge of the jungle. It was so relaxing sitting on the spacious patio listening to the variety of birds. The location is perfect too with great places to explore all close by.” ##### Dean S. ### 10/10 Excellent #### teslin m. 3 Apr 2019 #### This was the best place we stayed in Costa. Feng shui, cool a/c, all around perfect set up. All the facilities were so nice. Big bathroom with high ceilings, nice tub, warm huge shower, comfortable bed and bedding, and everything is very open in the house with large windows and doors that open to the outside and finally the lighting in this place was done with intention. Kitchen is perfect, it has all the amenities for cooking and smoothie making. We felt right at home and loved this unit. The property is also nicely kept with beautiful manicured plants out front. Easy to get to and lots of parking space. Felt very safe the whole time. It's right off the road but yet surrounded by the jungle. We loved waking up to all the jungle chatter every morning... birds, monkeys, cicadas, and toads. All so special. Totally recomend this gem. ##### teslin m. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheila R. 1 Apr 2019 #### Upscale Accomodation, Great Beaches The suite was roomy, with comfortable couches, and a luxurious bathroom. The appliances, including dishwasher were modern and quite new. We enjoyed sitting outside on the balcony to have our meals. There is a restaurant (Leonoras?) just 100 metres down the highway, where if you have a meal, you can have free access through their property to beautiful Playa Ballena. ##### Sheila R. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 14 Jan 2018 #### A great place to stay to get away with the whole family. This review was submitted before the home was managed by Vacasa. This was my second stay in this house. We been coming up here for twenty years for fishing trips. You can’t beat being right on the water. If you are a fisherman. This spot is right above the ruby boat launch. You can easily throw up the international fisherman sign language for “ catch anything? “ from the hot tub on the back deck Plenty of parking. 3 bedrooms and a kitchen full of stuff to cook. Even a vacuum sealer for your catch! Not the most modern of places. But let’s face it your here so you got a place to land in between adventures. We all enjoyed it. Three generations of my family stayed with us. Has internet but no cable. So be tech savvy with your tv and have Netflix or such if you want to watch something. Only thing I would change is I wish it had some type of covered porch or awning. For the smokers or just trying to enjoy the river view outside on a rainy day. I just brought a pop up canopy this time and it resolved they need. It was nice to have a dry spot next to the hot tub to hang your towel and robes when it was raining. ---