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Hotel El Tecal

Property class: 2.5

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Take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities at Hotel El Tecal. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
The current price is AED 291
AED 329 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug

Room options

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Showing 15 of 15 rooms

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A room with two beds, a small table, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A compact room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a small bathroom.

Standard Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Triple Room

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

A room with two beds, a small table with a vase, and an air conditioning unit.

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Quadruple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view of palm trees, and a balcony with a chair.

Superior Quadruple Room

  • 72 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A modern living room with a sofa, a bed, and a TV.

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Quadruple Room

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden nightstand, a small table, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.

Standard Quadruple Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1160 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, and large windows with curtains.

Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with two beds, a wooden dresser, and a ceiling fan.

Family Room

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a desk, and a refrigerator. The room has large windows and a view of greenery outside.

Deluxe Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 120 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

A room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, and a television mounted on the wall.

Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

  • Garden view
  • 80 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds OR 1 Large Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Studio Suite

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

Deluxe Studio Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room

A room with a bunk bed, a window with curtains, and a patterned bedspread.

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Apartment

A room with a bunk bed, a window with curtains, and a patterned bedspread.

Family Apartment

  • Garden view
  • 75 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 16
  • 6 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small table with a plant, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Bahía Ballena, Hotel El Tecal is in a national park and by the ocean. 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. Visit our Uvita travel guide
Map
300 metros del parque Marino Ballena, Sector Chaman, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 00011

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and a green forested area.
    Marino Ballena National Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A sunset over a beach with people walking and horses grazing.
    Uvita Beach
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A beach with palm trees and mountains in the background.
    Playa Colonia
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • An aerial view of a beach with a narrow strip of forest separating two large bodies of water.
    Punta Uvita
    16 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Playa Dominical
    27 min drive - 24.0 km

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo
    4 min walk
  • Restaurante Nativo
    9 min walk
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena
    2 min drive
  • The Bakery
    3 min drive
  • Fernando’s Restaurante
    5 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Tecal

  • Hotel by the ocean
  • Consider a stay at Hotel El Tecal and take advantage of free full breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • An outdoor pool
    • Free self parking
    • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a banquet hall, and tour/ticket assistance
    • Smoke-free premises and barbecue grills
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel El Tecal feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Rainfall showers, tubs or showers, and shampoo
    • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2011
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
There is no hot water on site
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Tecal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Tecal?

As of 19 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Tecal on 20 August 2026 start from AED 291, 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 El Tecal 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 El Tecal?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Hotel El Tecal?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel El Tecal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel El Tecal located?

Situated in Bahía Ballena, this beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Uvita Beach, Playa Colonia, and Marino Ballena National Park. Punta Uvita and Uvita Arts Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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