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Aparthotel

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

3.5 star property
Apartment in Ballena with kitchen

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Bathroom
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2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Apart-hotel

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

Apartment in Ballena with kitchen
This smoke-free aparthotel features an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. The apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, a stovetop, a microwave, and a kitchen island. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find a TV with digital channels, and other amenities include free WiFi and a rice cooker. Change of towels is available on request.
This aparthotel offers 8 air-conditioned accommodations with rice cookers and ceiling fans. Accommodations are furnished with desks and kitchen islands. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs.

This Ballena aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Digital television is provided. Hair dryers and change of towels can be requested.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

Languages

Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Griddle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Rice cooker
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Terrace

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 66 lbs per pet)
  • Fee: USD 20 per accommodation per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Limited-hour front desk

Things to do

  • Children's pool

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Mosquito nets
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 8 units
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 66 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Ballena Paradise Aparta

About the neighborhood

Ballena is home to this aparthotel. Punta Uvita and Marino Ballena National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
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500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Punta Uvita - 10 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive - 6.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel have a pool?

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

Is Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 66 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel located?

Situated in Ballena, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia. Punta Uvita and Marino Ballena National Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Secure gated facility, and walking distance to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yuliana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great apartment. Looked very new, in secure compound. Nice looking pool , though we didn't get use it. We got there too early and the room wasn't ready, but they let us leave the car in their secure car park while we went to the beach waiting for the official check in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our stay here. My kids had so much fun in the pool and the apartment was beautiful. Its walking distance to some great food and also the beach. The staff were super friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place and pool! Hopefully they pave the road in front eventually.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

randall

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

I'll be back

We loved this place. We plan to be back. All worked very well and the front dest, Elder, treated us spectacularly.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jesse

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property. Lovely small pool to Xoom down. Secure location. Very clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment is very new with great amenities inside. The rooms are comfortable and the kitchen/living room is spacious. I fully recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great apartments! Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property with 2-bedroom apartment. The pool is amazing, and the owners are lovely and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment was really nice and spacious. I definitely recommend this place. It would be nice to have a drying rack for wet towels, etc. The road to the apartment is dirt, so when it rains the road gets very muddy and can have lots of cars, so is tricky for walking along.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s difficult for me to leave only 3 stars, as the owners truly did their best to assist us—though they stopped short of offering a refund for our remaining days so we could stay elsewhere. Positives: The property itself is beautiful and appears to be a new build, just as advertised. The pool area is small but very lovely. The location is excellent; under a 10-minute walk to the National Park and close to several decent restaurants. However, our stay was less than ideal: Three out of four towels were stained, as were most of the pillowcases. We didn’t notice the stained bedsheets until late at night, so we ended up sleeping on top of them. Even more concerning was the cockroach issue. While I understand this is Costa Rica and we were on the ground floor, this was the only place we encountered cockroaches during our entire month in the country. The owners did provide us with spray, but it was unsettling. At first, they seemed to stay in the living area, but I later found one had gotten into our laundry bag—and made the trip with us to our next destination!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Amenities
Beautifully finished and very Cole to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The apartment / room was perfect for us with two sleeping rooms. The kitchen was spacious and well equipped. The Staff we worked with during our stay were very friendly and provided excellent customer service.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Awesome location walking distance to the beach (5 minutes). Small Apartahotel with only 8 units. Caretaker was awesome and condo was well appointed and very clean. Property is 5 years old but looks new.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

CALEB

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice property, safe, very clean and hygienic. Staff is very courteous and extremely vigilant big on security. Don't worry area is safe. Walkable to local restaurants and national park (Parque Ballena). Park is about 8 min walk to entrance and a 3 min. walk to nearest restaurant (Mediterranean food) also another excellent choice friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Ballena Paridise is a well designed property. It is a spacious apartment. Property is very clean and well maintained. On arrival I was given a brief orientation and a set of keys and a remote for the gate. Loved the swimming pool and the beach is a couple of minutes walk from property. If you are a fellow journey person you will also appreciate this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

HENRY

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Great condo in Uvita

This is a nice, spacious apartment/condo. Don't let the dirt road it is on concern you...the apartment is newer and nice, and in a private gated compound. Rooms were clean and spacious (ours was a two bedroom). Small pool available.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Essentially the rooms are like a 2 bedroom condo. Full kitchen. Large bath. Living room. New. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARCO VINICIO

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Linda estadia

Hermoso lugar muy bien ubicado, muy seguro y los anfitriones excelentes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Muy bien cuidado acogedor
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Tuanis

Lugar maravilhoso Bem localizado Confortável e prático Super equipado Élder é Verônica nos atender muito bem Recomendo
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jun

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Well equipped and spacious
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rena

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Very spacious and comfortable apartment with fans and AC units. Gated parking and walkable to beach and restaurants. Super comfortable and quiet at night too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025