Title: Hotel Ballena REY Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=96511106&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Ballena REY Travelers warm themselves by the outdoor firepit or cool off in the pool beneath shaded umbrellas while attentive staff ensures a perfect seaside escape ## Photo gallery for Hotel Ballena REY ![Garden view - Hotel Ballena REY (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/cee33f28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/5CE9271FE4B2397E89B94FCEB9271216/71e26d3d-efbb-4ebf-9edd-008308825f43-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=608) ![Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets - Hotel Ballena REY (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/dd62189f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Club Room, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio - Hotel Ballena REY (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/5e21f867.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![32-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, printers - Hotel Ballena REY (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/04c3dd65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Ballena REY, by the sea, offers a breakfast buffet each morning. The terrace firepit is a gathering spot after sunset, with high-speed WiFi keeping everyone connected. The garden provides a quiet retreat, and local restaurants deliver meals directly to the property. VIP Access ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Pool - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Housekeeping £113 includes taxes & fees 31 Jan - 1 Feb VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or above - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan 14 - Jan 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=96511106&PinnedHotelID=96511106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-14&endDate=2026-01-15&selected=96511106&PinnedHotelID=96511106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan 15 - Jan 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=96511106&PinnedHotelID=96511106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=96511106&PinnedHotelID=96511106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan 16 - 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517 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom ![Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/7672bdc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - 517 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor ![Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/a2744dc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - 517 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/f062b9d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - 517 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/0d94b0e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - 520 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View ![Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/dd62189f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 4 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Traditional Apartment ![Traditional Apartment | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/68e6ef50.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Traditional Apartment 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 3 - 3 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Club Room, 1 Bedroom ![Club Room, 1 Bedroom | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96520000/96511200/96511106/cfa4dc51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Club Room, 1 Bedroom ### Highlights Garden Furnished balcony Separate dining area Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Uvita travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Uvita.dx601108) ![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%7C9.16453%2C-83.73802&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1PQkD9lCBIJehy-MA-LE5LgSqhM=) el mariposario, 89428009, Bahía Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504 ### What's nearby - Uvita Beach \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Playa Colonia \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Catarata uvita \- 5 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Secret Lau Pool \- 5 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Marino Ballena National Park \- 8 min drive \- 2.2 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬6 min walk - ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sibu - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Bakery - ‬20 min walk - ‪Café Vivo - ‬2 min drive ## About this property ### Hotel Ballena REY Hotel by the sea You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace and a firepit at Hotel Ballena REY. In addition to a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas - Free self-parking - A local area shuttle, smoke-free property and a front desk safe - Local meal delivery service, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guest rooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts, such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as perks, such as pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces. 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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 No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free cots are available on request at the property ### 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. 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 Property Registration Number 22345750 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. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM 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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### 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 a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ballena REY? ### Is Hotel Ballena REY pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Hotel Ballena REY? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Ballena REY? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Ballena REY? ### Where is Hotel Ballena REY located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Hotel Ballena REY Reviews 9.4 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Amenities ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 33 8 - Good 12 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roberto 25 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great Staff, clean place ##### Roberto Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David 15 Nov 2025 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 ##### David Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rusty 11 Dec 2025 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. ##### Rusty Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Idamaris 15 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities The comfiest beds ##### Idamaris Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rocio 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities . ##### Rocio Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lynn 26 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Hotel was clean, staff were friendly and helpful. Room was quiet. We enjoyed breakfast by the pool. ##### Lynn Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph 19 Aug 2024 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. ##### Joseph Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### BRIGITTE 20 Jun 2025 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. ##### BRIGITTE Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend the hotel ##### Melanie ### 10/10 Excellent #### jose luis 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Nice and comfortable place. Pool, huge apartments, good breakfast and very friendly personal. ##### jose luis Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Angela 19 Jan 2025 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. ##### Angela Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne 24 Feb 2024 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. ##### Lynne Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zhu 8 Jan 2025 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. ##### Zhu ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elana 21 Dec 2025 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! ##### Elana Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sally 6 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Jess was wonderful and very informative. The property is beautiful would definitely go back! ##### Sally Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Lyudmila 6 Sept 2024 Everything was beautiful! ##### Lyudmila Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julia 18 Jul 2024 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! ##### Julia Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Evelyn 16 Sept 2024 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. ##### Evelyn Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 27 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The breakfast was great. The room nice and clean. We will definitely come back. Very good service. ##### Laura Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rone 23 May 2024 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! ##### Rone Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julianna 8 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 10/10 Best hotel in Uvita!! Top tier customer service we love it here! ##### Julianna Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo Marie 31 May 2024 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. ##### Jo Marie Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marie andree 25 Jun 2024 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 ##### marie andree Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Valerie 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities After a very long day in shuttles from Puerto Viejo, Gilberto was a very gracious, friendly and welcoming host. He quickly got us into our room and albeit "Happy Hour" was over, he set us up with a couple beverages and let us get settled. Our room had all the amenities we needed with a nice balcony and view of the tropical gardens. The breakfast was good with several options, and the pool and lounging area were the perfect addition after a day at Bahia Ballena and other excursions. The staff, Jess at the front desk, the cooking and cleaning crew were all wonderful and very friendly. There is a grocery store/deli, Steve's, right at the corner which was great to have, and a restaurant La Fogata directly across from it, with many more dining options just a few minutes walk away. We enjoyed our time in Uvita and happily recommend staying here. ##### Valerie Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Audrey 24 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nous avons logé à l’hôtel Ballena Rey 2 nuits. Nous avons adoré notre séjour dans ce petit hôtel au personnel souriant et accueillant. Les chambres sont munies d’une petite cuisine équipée d’un réfrigérateur et d’une plaque à convection. Parfait pour se faire soi-même à manger. Nous avons aussi beaucoup apprécié le balcon où il était possible de faire sécher notre linge après avoir profiter d’activités nautiques. S’il y avait quelque chose à améliorer, j’irais pour la variété du déjeuner. Je tiens toutefois à préciser que malgré cela, nous avons trouvé notre compte coté nourriture et que nous y retournerions sans hésiter. ##### Audrey Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Wentworth Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Aldeburgh-Hotels-Wentworth-Hotel.h4876.Hotel-Information) > > [Bosque del Cabo Rain Forest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-Bosque-Del-Cabo-Rain-Forest-Lodge.h11886299.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Resorts & Hotels in Algeria](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Algeria-Beach-Hotels.0-0-d3-tBeachHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Cheap Hotels in Glasgow](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Hotels-Budget-Hotels.0-0-d1334-tBudgetHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Barceló Tambor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paquera-Hotels-Barcelo-Tambor.h795208.Hotel-Information) > > [Nautilus Surf & Yoga Villas Santa Teresa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cobano-Hotels-Nautilus-Boutique-Hotel.h4031983.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Leeds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels.d6035434.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Si-Como-No-Resort.h1321388.Hotel-Information) > > [The Falls Resort at Manuel Antonio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-The-Falls-Resort-At-Manuel-Antonio.h4112811.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Sandbanks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Sandbanks-Hotels.s50-0-d6337080.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Monteverde Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Monteverde-Lodge-Gardens-By-Boena.h4497846.Hotel-Information) > > [Parador Nature Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Hotel-Parador-Resort-And-Spa.h1752985.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near St. Michael's Mount](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Michaels-Mount-Hotels.0-l6094427-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [5 Star Hotels in Wasdale Head](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Wasdale-Head-Hotels.s50-0-d6361533.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hilton London Euston](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hilton-London-Euston.h2612.Hotel-Information) > > [citizenM Tower of London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-CitizenM-Tower-Of-London.h14736047.Hotel-Information) > > [Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Shana-By-The-Beach-Manuel-Antonio.h2351763.Hotel-Information) > > [Buena Vista Beach Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Buena-Vista-Beach-Villas.h21374429.Hotel-Information) > > [ECOTICA Boutique Hotel & Spa.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Byblos-Resort-Casino.h1449546.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulemar Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Tulemar-Resort.h12685352.Hotel-Information) > > [Geejam](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Port-Antonio-Hotels-Geejam.h2211904.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Member of the Cayuga Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Arenas-Del-Mar-Beachfront-Rainforest-Member-Of-The-Cayuga-Collection.h1484897.Hotel-Information) > > [Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barranca-Hotels-Fiesta-Resort-Central-Pacific-All-Inclusive.h692315.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Belfast (BHD) to Aberdeen (ABZ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhd/abz/belfast-to-aberdeen) ### Cars ### Activities > [Things to do in Herceg Novi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Herceg-Novi.d6051840.Travel-Guide-Activities) ---