Title: Vista Ballena Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=10617842&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vista Ballena This oceanfront retreat near Playa Hermosa offers travelers a perfect blend of relaxation with spa services and a sunset cocktail bar worth lingering at ## Photo gallery for Vista Ballena ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers - Vista Ballena (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/d8d9afd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![View from property - Vista Ballena (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/24c237ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Vista Ballena (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/c5df1dbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Yoga - Vista Ballena (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/057f4f4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Vista Ballena (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/4b082422.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Vista Ballena, near Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach, offers a peaceful escape. Guests can book massages, enjoy drinks at the bar, and start mornings with a cooked-to-order breakfast on the terrace. Previous visitors consistently praise their experience. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-22&endDate=2026-01-23&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-30&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Deluxe Room ![Deluxe Room | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/df767da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Ceiling fan Premium bedding Hairdryer Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room ![Standard Room | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/39ed67cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Premium bedding, minibar, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/8bbb6f1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Premium bedding Ceiling fan Hairdryer Private bathroom Coffee/tea maker - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDominical-Hotels-Vista-Ballena.h10617842.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDominical-Hotels-Vista-Ballena.h10617842.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Bahía Ballena is home to Vista Ballena. While the natural beauty of Playa Hermosa and Catarata uvita can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Hacienda Baru. Uvita Beach and Playa Ballena are two other places to visit that come recommended. With snorkelling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena.dx6047931) [View more Inns in Bahía Ballena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Inns.d6047931-aaInns.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%7C9.18514%2C-83.74352&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=430P0-PHuouAjnwYzmptS-JzhxM=) 17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504 ### 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 6 min drive \- 2.9 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 11 min drive \- 3.8 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) Punta Uvita 17 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Catarata uvita 6 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Hacienda Baru 18 min drive \- 12.1 miles ### Restaurants - Restaurante Marino Ballena 4 min drive - Sibu 4 min drive - The Bakery 4 min drive - Café Vivo 5 min drive - Five Maes 5 min drive ## About this property ### Vista Ballena Inn near Catarata uvita Located close to Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach, Vista Ballena provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers - Free self-parking and valet parking - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and concierge services - Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and wedding services Room features All guest rooms at Vista Ballena have comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars. 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Pool loungers - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 2 buildings - 2 floors - Mosquito nets - Smoke-free property ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 20 ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per person - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 - Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit 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 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 ### Property is also known as Whales Dolphins Hotel Dominical Vista Ballena Inn Dominical Whales Dolphins Dominical Vista Ballena Inn Uvita Vista Ballena Inn Vista Ballena Uvita Whales & Dolphins Ecolodge Hotel Uvita Vista Ballena Costa Rica/Uvita Vista Ballena Inn Vista Ballena Ballena Vista Ballena Inn Ballena ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Vista Ballena have a pool? ### Is Vista Ballena pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Vista Ballena? ### What time is check-in at Vista Ballena? ### What time is check-out at Vista Ballena? ### Does Vista Ballena provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Vista Ballena located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Vista Ballena Reviews 8.4 ### Very good 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) ### 8.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.2 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 51 8 - Good 38 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 5 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### RC 8 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Highly recommend for an enjoyable, tranquil stay with an owner and employees who are incredibly welcoming. ##### RC Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molly 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities We had an amazing stay! The staff was friendly, the food was delicious, and the view is amazing! ##### Molly Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos 10 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent place which very kind people and the most beautiful nature that you can imagine ##### Carlos Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Angel 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service #### Amazing view but the hotel has some flaws. My stay was good overall, this hotel is located in a rough place to get to which caught me off guard. It’s up a hill with terrible roads. The hotel itself however has the best view I’ve ever had. The rooms are decent. It’s a bit older construction. The breakfast is ok it didn’t fill me up. All the service was great, the employees were nice. However the communication between myself and the hotel for tour information and pricing was a bit weird/not really clear. ##### Angel Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alan 11 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The view of the sunset ##### Alan Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dennis 2 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel was a wonderful stop along the way from San Jose to Drake Bay. Hotel and pool were beautiful with amazing views toward the ocean. Staff was friendly and professional. Rooms were clean and well amenitized. Be ready for a rocky road up but well worth it. Perfect stop. ##### Dennis Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Edwin 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities The views were amazing, the food was delicious but the rooms were very outdated can use some remodeling and the road to the place is bad very steep not paved and not wide enough for two cars to pass... ##### Edwin Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Gilles 30 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice view We walked into our room there was no toilet paper or towels. Everything seemed clean. Just makes you wonder. The restaurant was pricey but very good and efficient. ##### Gilles Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Carl 6 Sept 2024 Don’t throw toilet paper in the toilet but in the trash can? Ridiculous, that happened in Costa Ric sin the 1980s but not in 2024\. The hotel is very outdated, and there is no parking near the rooms so you must walk in incredible amount of stairs. Not for older people or with bad lunch. The staff is incredibly helpful and the food is pretty decent. That makes up for a lot. The view at the pool, terrace, bar, and rooms is to die for. ##### Carl Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Simona 18 Mar 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities I trully enjoyed the stunning views, the pool and lovely restaurant and bar area. The staff was welcoming and eager to assist. However our room was dated and the shower area was moldy and could use some attention. We had to request towels, (we had 1 for 3 ppl) someone to refill up the coffee pods etc. The drive to the property is challenging and you could literally lose a tire on the way there. It only takes a bit of effort to cover these holes. The food was decent but nothing spectacular. Overall with a few little improvements this could be a trully remarkable experience! I booked 2 standard rooms for 2 nights, my friends received an upgrade as their AC was not working and the presence of geckoes and other insects disrupted their sleep in the first night. ##### Simona Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy 8 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Nice place to relax near the end of our visit The view from the pool is amazing! We spent an entire day there. The view from the room patio was also nice. We saw lots of birds every day. Get ready for the stair master to get to and from your room. Our room had a sketchy hole in the ceiling above the shower and we had quite a few bugs in our room, but no big deal when you're in paradise. The bathroom was a lil small and dated, but we hardly spent any time in there. Drinks at the pool were reasonably-priced even thigh they didn't have any prices listed... food was on the more expensive side... so we just drank more. Really enjoyed our stay here overall and it was a great place to unwind before heading back home. I would stay here again! ##### Amy Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fabian 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is extremely beatiful, a wonderfull view of the ocean and a excellent restaurant. The staff is super friendly, all the amenities you can need. The pool is too deep, just for swiming, not for relaxing. Beside the little detail of the pool, 100% recomended. ##### Fabian Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Said Raffeeth 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Love this place!! Would definitely stay again ##### Said Raffeeth Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zenon 9 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Villa Ballena is a tucked away gem. About 10 minutes up a narrow and steep road off Hwy 34 you end up a jungle setting. Edgar is bar/restaurant was fabulous ##### Zenon Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Esteban 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities I did not like the drive up to the property. The road is in terrible shape. I see why some driver's refused to take us up there. ##### Esteban Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Simon 12 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The morning coffee at the restaurant needs improvement. There are a lot of stairs. Nice pool. ##### Simon Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Jill 11 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Rooms are down several steep staircases from the tiny common area perched atop the hill. Aversive muzak played nonstop in the bar/restaurant area which permeated the whole place. Not a peaceful costa rican environment. ##### Jill Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### wendy 25 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness The view from the restaurant is breathtaking. The restaurant's food is delicious. But the room we stayed in, the toilet had issues. First, it had no cold water going into the bathroom sink, shower and toilet. The maintenance team resolved as the main line was turned off. Then the toilet was howling every time you flushed for 20 seconds. Sounded like you were at a sports arena with foghorns. They said it was trapped air in piped. The howling/screeching sound lasted the entire time we stayed (one/night). I explained and showed a video to the receptionist and she just gave me a blank stare and said that there is air in the pipes. ##### wendy Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mario 4 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Linda vista El lugar es bonito, ya he estado en otras ocasiones ##### Mario Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Linda 25 Feb 2025 Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities Ich habe das Hotel gebucht wegen des Blicks auf die Walflosse, was Quatsch war, denn die Walflosse sieht man eh nur in weiter Ferne und auch nur bei Ebbe und auch nur, wenn das Zimmer höher gelegen ist, was bei uns nicht der Fall war. Das Zimmer, die Möbel, das Bad ist total abgeranzt und es ist eine Frechheit dafür so viel Geld zu nehmen. Der Balkon ist winzig und aus der Scheibe war ein Stück heraus gebrochen. Der Pool ist ganz nett, die Frühstücksauswahl sehr begrenzt. Nie wieder! ##### Linda Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cinthya 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hermoso lugar El lugar es precioso, el servicio muy bueno, la comida muy rica y bastante. ##### Cinthya Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Federico 27 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Una vista espectacular Un lugar con una vista espectacular, aunque el acceso es por una calle de una sola vía y muy empinada. El área de las piscinas, bar y restaurante es la que tiene la mejor vista, la comida es deliciosa y a buen precio. El único problema es que ir a las habitaciones puede ser cansado por lo empinado del terreno, pero el total da transporte si es necesario. ##### Federico Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### miguel 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Los baños presentaron problemas y faltan muebles y decoración en los mismos ##### miguel Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jose Luis 10 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Super rico el lugar. ##### Jose Luis Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerald 26 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities muy bonito y su personal atiende muy bien ##### Gerald Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Villa Lapas Jungle Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaco-Hotels-Villa-Lapas-Jungle-Village.h1330482.Hotel-Information) > > [Natural Drake Bay Hotel Boutique](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drake-Bay-Hotels-Natural-Drake-Bay-Boutique-Hotel.h100431716.Hotel-Information) > > [Lapa Rios Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-Lapa-Rios-Lodge.h1447895.Hotel-Information) > > [Macaw Lodge ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carara-Hotels-Macaw-Lodge-An-Authentic-Ecolodge.h6778240.Hotel-Information) > > [El Remanso Rainforest Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-El-Remanso-Lodge.h11640675.Hotel-Information) > > [Cabañas del Rio](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Cabanas-Del-Rio.h22951676.Hotel-Information) > > [The Tranquilo Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drake-Bay-Hotels-The-Tranquilo-Lodge-All-Inclusive.h36517873.Hotel-Information) > > [Makanda by the Sea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Makanda-By-The-Sea.h2328562.Hotel-Information) > > [Kenaki Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cahuita-Hotels-Kenaki-Lodge.h8460922.Hotel-Information) > > [Ecolirios Boutique Hotel & Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guacimo-Hotels-Ecolirios-Boutique-Hotel-And-Spa.h32864539.Hotel-Information) > > [Santa Juana Lodge and Nature Reserve](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Quepos-Hotels-Santa-Juana-Lodge-And-Nature-Reserve.h10501821.Hotel-Information) > > [Koora Hotel by Sandglass](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monteverde-Hotels-Hotel-Aguti-Lodge-Reserve.h33594530.Hotel-Information) > > [Maquenque Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boca-Arenal-Hotels-Maquenque-Eco-Lodge.h4147006.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Amavi](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaco-Hotels-Hotel-Amavi.h103597450.Hotel-Information) > > [Selva Verde Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarapiqui-Hotels-Selva-Verde-Lodge.h4139642.Hotel-Information) > > [Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Samara-Hotels-Azura-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h20586535.Hotel-Information) > > [5 Star Hotels in Agadir](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Agadir-Hotels.s50-0-d305.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Iguana Lodge Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-Iguana-Lodge-Spa-Beach-Resort.h6882446.Hotel-Information) > > [Casa Luna Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Casa-Luna-Hotel-Spa.h2305532.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Escape Caribeño](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Puerto-Viejo-De-Talamanca-Hotels-Hotel-Escape-Caribeno.h12310729.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Sarapiqui Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sarapiqui-Hotels-La-Quinta-Sarapiqui-Lodge.h18261717.Hotel-Information) > > [Toad Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arenal-Hotels-Toad-Hall-Hotel.h11685037.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenal Waterfall Lodge Villas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-GreenLagoon-Arenal-Waterfall-Villas.h1823811.Hotel-Information) > > [Costa Rica Surf Camp by SUPERbrand](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jaco-Hotels-Costa-Rica-Surf-Camp-By-SUPERbrand.h17702230.Hotel-Information) > > [Chayote Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Naranjo-Hotels-Chayote-Lodge.h9716642.Hotel-Information) > > [Hideaway Rio Celeste](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Katira-Hotels-Hotel-Rio-Celeste-Hideaway.h3858533.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hideaway Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Samara-Hotels-The-Hideaway-Hotel.h11027376.Hotel-Information) ### Packages ---