Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
Uvita, Costa Ballena, 85-1000 San Jos Uvita, Costa Rica – Excellent location – show map
This is a great hotel. Rooms are large and well appointed. The pool is exceptional (very large with many special features). The location is close to a number of National Park Beaches. Restaurant was very good for the few meals we ate there. My favorite feature for this hotel was the exceptional Nature Trail they carved into the jungle. The trail is about a mile long and is very well done. Gives you a close up look at the jungle with minimal effort.
United States of America
Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, this resort offers a spa, an outdoor pool and Mediterranean-style suites with ocean views. The Ballena Marine National Park is a 15-minute walk away. Cristal Ballena Hotel Resort & Spa is located in Costa Ballena, between the Pacific Ocean and rainforest-covered mountains. The resort offers a beach shuttle and has a private rainforest hiking trail. Each spacious, air-conditioned suite has a four-poster bed, satellite TV and a balcony. A mini-bar and coffee maker are included, and bathrooms come with toiletries and a hairdryer The poolside Pura Vida bar-restaurant serves Costa Rican and international dishes and has wonderful ocean views. The varied buffet breakfast includes home-baked bread and fresh fruit. The Cristal Ballena can arrange diving and snorkeling sessions or whale-watching trips in the nearby Marine National Park.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
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Keith
United States of America“This is a great hotel. Rooms are large and well appointed. The pool is exceptional (very large with many special features). The location is close to a number of National Park Beaches. Restaurant was very good for the few meals we ate there. My...”- David
Canada“Beautiful landscaping, fantastic views, wonderful staff, great pool area and spacious room and balcony.” 
Hal United States of America“Exceptionally large swimming pool Room had patio with beautiful vista Excellent dinner outside on patio”
Hotel area info
Restaurants1 Restaurant On Site
- Restaurant Pura Vida
- CuisineAustralian • International • European
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsDairy-free
Amenities of Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & SpaGreat facilities! Review score, 9.1
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Airport shuttle
- Spa
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Bar
- Toilet paper
- Guest bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- Sea view
- View
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Sun deck
- Balcony
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Beach
- SnorkelingAdditional charge
- Horseback ridingAdditional charge
- DivingAdditional charge
- Hiking
- CanoeingAdditional charge
- Darts
- Pool table
- Game room
- FishingAdditional charge
- Flat-screen TV
- Satellite channels
- Telephone
- TV
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' meals
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- Suit press
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Hypoallergenic
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Private entrance
- Car rental
- Fan
- Family rooms
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Iron
- Room service
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach umbrellas
- Massage chair
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Spa facilities
- Hairstyling
- Hair coloring
- Haircut
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing services
- Facial treatments
- Beauty services
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- MassageAdditional charge
- SpaAdditional charge
- German
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
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Guests staying at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.4).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Buffet
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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Massage
- Hiking
- Pool table
- Game room
- Snorkeling
- Diving
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Darts
- Haircut
- Beach
- Manicure
- Walking tours
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Horseback riding
- Facial treatments
- Swimming pool
- Hairstyling
- Bike tours
- Pedicure
- Massage chair
- Beauty services
- Hair coloring
- Waxing services
- Spa facilities
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant Pura Vida
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Room options at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa include:
- Suite
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The prices at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is 4.3 miles from the center of Uvita. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Check-in at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
