Hotel Ballena REY

Property class: 3

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At Hotel Ballena REY, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a garden and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 302
AED 341 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a remote control, and a wall-mounted speaker.

Basic Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Apartment, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View, Ground Floor

A modern outdoor patio with a glass door leading to a room, surrounded by lush greenery and a small seating area with a table and chairs.

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

  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room

Comfort Apartment, Non Smoking

  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 48 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered area, surrounded by greenery.

Family Apartment, Non Smoking, Pool View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds

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A room with two beds, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room

Club Room, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bahía Ballena, Hotel Ballena REY is in the city center and by the sea. Marino Ballena National Park and Uvita Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Uvita Arts Center and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Parque Reptilandia are also worth visiting. With snorkeling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Uvita travel guide
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el mariposario, 89428009, Bahía Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and a green forested area.
    Marino Ballena National Park
    3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • A sunset over a beach with people walking and horses grazing.
    Uvita Beach
    5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • An aerial view of a beach with a narrow strip of forest separating two large bodies of water.
    Punta Uvita
    14 min drive - 2.5 km
  • A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by dense forest and rocky cliffs.
    Nauyaca Waterfalls
    37 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Catarata uvita
    8 min drive - 3.2 km

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo
    2 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena
    6 min walk
  • The Bakery
    20 min walk
  • Restaurante Nativo
    4 min drive
  • Kinsu
    19 min walk

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 and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with 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
    • An area shuttle, tour/ticket assistance, and local meal delivery service
    • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding and furnished balconies, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
  • More amenities include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and Select Comfort beds
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
    • Private fenced yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ballena REY have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

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

As of 23 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballena REY on 24 October 2026 start from AED 302, 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.

Is Hotel Ballena REY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ballena REY?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ballena REY?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Ballena REY located?

Located in the heart of Bahía Ballena, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Marino Ballena National Park, Uvita Beach, and Playa Colonia. Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Hotel Ballena REY Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing hotel, great staff, suites are well designed, extremely clean and comfortable. Food was excellent! Thank you Gilberto for a great stay, we will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The Hotel Ballena Ray is a gem. While the overall vibe is laid back, the rooms are perfect for a long stay with kitchenette and other basic amenities. The breakfast is especially wonderful as is the staff. And the pool, though small, is wonderful and has a bar open in the late afternoon and evening. You can swim until 9PM, which is a nice bonus after a long day exploring the surrounding areas of Uvita, Ballena Marine National Park (5 minute walk from the property) and the surrounding areas. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had a great experience with Ballena Rey in Uvita! The staff was friendly and professional, and the whale watching tour was an unforgettable experience. We were lucky enough to see humpback whales and enjoyed the beautiful scenery around Marino Ballena National Park. 🐋🌊🇨🇷 Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everyone was so nice and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great Staff, clean place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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We loved the helpful staff, clean rooms and excellent breakfasts. We will definitely visit this beautiful property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean apartment. Best shower so far in costa rica. Owner/manager and staff are very hospitable and accommodating! Would definately recommend this place
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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An Enjoyable Weekend

This is a lovely hotel, the staff were helpful, we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Nice and comfortable place. Pool, huge apartments, good breakfast and very friendly personal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Hotel was clean, staff were friendly and helpful. Room was quiet. We enjoyed breakfast by the pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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8/10 Good

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Once you pass through the lobby you enter the beautiful gardens in the courtyard. The pool was small but nice, the breakfasts were good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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The breakfast was great. The room nice and clean. We will definitely come back. Very good service.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
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6/10 Okay

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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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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10/10

Best hotel in Uvita!! Top tier customer service we love it here!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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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
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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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.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We had the 2 bedroom apartment that stepped right out to the pool. It accommodated our two couples very well. It was a very clean place with,helpful cheerful staff. Breakfast was a good bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely recommend the hotel