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4-star property · BAHIA BALLENA

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

7 km al Sur de Uvita, BAHIA BALLENA

4 star rating 4-star
Instant confirmation AED · taxes included
What stands out
Wi-fi
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Bar
Secure parking
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About this hotel

Your dream destination in southern Costa Rica. The boutique Cristal Ballena Hotel Resort & Spa, with its open café-style pool bar and restaurant 'Pura Vida', is located near Marino Ballena National Park on Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast, perfectly situated on a hill between the Pacific Ocean and rainforest-covered mountains. All 21 suites (15 junior, two master, and two family) have spectacular ocean views from…

Your dream destination in southern Costa Rica. The boutique Cristal Ballena Hotel Resort & Spa, with its open café-style pool bar and restaurant 'Pura Vida', is located near Marino Ballena National Park on Costa Rica's southern Pacific coast, perfectly situated on a hill between the Pacific Ocean and rainforest-covered mountains. All 21 suites (15 junior, two master, and two family) have spectacular ocean views from private balconies. Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and well-appointed with four-poster beds, air conditioning, ceiling fans, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, telephones, minibars, security safes, coffee makers, and private bathrooms with hair dryers. At the beautiful Spa Cristal, you will be pampered and well-cared for. Experience bliss and complete relaxation. Other hotel features include a full-size swimming pool, room and laundry service, a souvenir shop, a pool table, secure parking, a beach shuttle service, tour organization, gorgeous gardens, a hiking path, and a fitness trail. The air-conditioned conference area is perfect for seminars, events, and receptions.

Your stay
Check-in
28 Aug 2026
15:00–20:00
Check-out
31 Aug 2026
Until 12:00
Guests
2A · 0C · 1R
3 nights

Available at the property for an extra charge (payable at the hotel where applicable):

À la carte lunch charge applies À la carte dinner charge applies Snacks charge applies Vegetarian meal charge applies Laundry service charge applies Massage charge applies Spa treatments charge applies Transfer service charge applies Airport Shuttle charge applies Spa centre charge applies
Amenities & services

50 facilities across 9 categories.

Facilities
21
  • Car park
  • Airport Shuttle
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Bicycle storage
  • 24-hour security
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage room
  • Transfer service
  • Wi-fi
  • Newspapers
  • Secure parking
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Hotel safe
  • Concierge
  • Shop
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Terrace
Catering
6
  • Bar
  • Banquet hall
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Café
  • Restaurant (1)
  • Non-smoking area
Meals
6
  • Vegetarian meal
  • Snacks
  • À la carte dinner
  • À la carte lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast buffet
Location
5
  • Year of most recent renovation (2009)
  • Accessible rooms (1)
  • Junior suites (15)
  • Total number of rooms (19)
  • Number of floors (main building) (2)
Entertainment
4
  • Children playground
  • Outdoor freshwater pool (1)
  • Sun loungers
  • Parasols
Business
3
  • Meeting room (1)
  • Conference room (1)
  • Business centre
Health
3
  • Spa centre
  • Spa treatments
  • Massage
Hotel type
1
  • hotel
Sports
1
  • Billiards
Room types at this hotel

10 room categories — choose live availability and pricing on the right.

Jsu · 2q
Sleeps 1–5
Jsu · King
Sleeps 1–5
Jsu · Ov
Sleeps 1–4
Jsu · Standard
Sleeps 1–5
Suite · 2q
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · Db
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · King
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · Kg 1
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · Standard
Sleeps 1–8
Suite · St 2
Sleeps 1–8
Location

7 km al Sur de Uvita, BAHIA BALLENA

Distance from key points
  • Airport
  • Golf course
  • Beach
  • City centre
Good to know
House rules
  • Check-in15:00–20:00
  • Check-outUntil 12:00

Times as published by the property — confirmed on your voucher.

Payment at the hotel
  • American Express
  • Visa
  • MasterCard

When you book through Green Apple, you pay in AED via Paymob — Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay, 3DS-secure.

Why book through Green Apple
Same hotel · better price

Net rates negotiated directly with Hotelbeds — often lower than the property's own site, always all-in.

Real humans on WhatsApp

Mid-trip change? Late arrival? Message +971 4 284 6712 — a person replies.

Established 2012

A DTCM-licensed Dubai travel house. IATA TIDS registered. 13+ years of arranging stays.

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Most properties check guests in from around 14:00 and check out by around 12:00 — the exact times are set by the hotel and appear on your voucher. Early check-in or late check-out can be requested, subject to availability — message our concierge on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it where the property allows.

Can I cancel my booking at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Cancellation policy is set per rate. Each rate card in the booking widget shows whether it is refundable and the exact deadline. Free-cancellation rates can be cancelled in seconds from your confirmation email. Non-refundable rates are clearly flagged before payment.

Is breakfast included?

Some rates include breakfast and others don't. The board basis (Room Only / Bed & Breakfast / Half Board / Full Board / All Inclusive) is shown on every rate card, so the choice is yours.

What payment methods does the hotel accept?

At the property, Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa accepts American Express, Visa, MasterCard. When you book through Green Apple, payment is handled in AED via Paymob (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay) — secure 3DS checkout, no surprises.

What amenities does Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offer?

Key amenities at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa include Wi-fi, Poolside snack bar, Restaurant, Bar, Secure parking. A full list of facilities is available in the amenities section of this page.

Why book through Green Apple Travel?

Green Apple is a Dubai-rooted travel house, established 2012 and IATA TIDS registered. We negotiate net rates directly with global suppliers (Hotelbeds) so you book the same hotel — often at a lower all-in price — and you get a real human on WhatsApp if anything changes mid-trip.
Need a hand?

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From / stay
AED 2,466
3 nights · taxes in