From
Select dates to see prices and availability
From
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area.
Business amenities
The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads.
Location
When you stay at Hotel El Tecal in Bahía Ballena, you'll be by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Marino Ballena National Park and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Arco Beach.
What's nearby
Playa Colonia(0.4 miles)
Uvita Beach(0.4 miles)
Marino Ballena National Park(0.4 miles)
Punta Uvita(2.1 miles)
Uvita Arts Center(2.8 miles)
Secret Lau Pool(3 miles)
Arco Beach(2.2 miles)
Catarata uvita(2.7 miles)
Playa Ballena(3.6 miles)
Playa Hermosa(3.9 miles)
Pinuela Beach(5.4 miles)
Ventanas Beach(6.6 miles)
Tortuga Beach(7.9 miles)
Playa Tortuga(7.9 miles)
Santa Lucia Falls(8.6 miles)
The nearest major airport is Drake Bay (DRK)(90.2 miles)
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Tour Desk
Playa Colonia (0.4 miles)
Uvita Beach (0.4 miles)
Marino Ballena National Park (0.4 miles)
Punta Uvita (2.1 miles)
Uvita Arts Center (2.8 miles)
Secret Lau Pool (3 miles)
6
Room details
Sleeps 4
592 ft²
4
Room details
Sleeps 7
861 ft²
6
Room details
Sleeps 2
592 ft²
6
Room details
Sleeps 7
861 ft²
6
Room details
807 ft²
7
Room details
538 ft²
6
Room details
Sleeps 8
1292 ft²
4
Room details
Sleeps 3
344 ft²
4
Room details
Sleeps 3
323 ft²
5
Room details
Sleeps 4
772 ft²
6
Room details
Sleeps 4
409 ft²
3
Room details
Sleeps 4
431 ft²
Based on 352 verified reviews
Couple
41%
Family
25%
Group
32%
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across the reviews, travellers describe Hotel Cabinas el Tecal as a well-located, budget-friendly spot near Uvita’s beach and Marino Ballena Park, with friendly staff, two pools, an on-site restaurant, and often spacious rooms, some with kitchens.
Read moreWas this helpful?
What guests think
Across the reviews, travellers describe Hotel Cabinas el Tecal as a well-located, budget-friendly spot near Uvita’s beach and Marino Ballena Park, with friendly staff, two pools, an on-site restaurant, and often spacious rooms, some with kitchens.
Guests frequently praise the included breakfast, general cleanliness, and secure on-site parking. Drawbacks mentioned across multiple stays include early-morning construction or party noise, occasional maintenance issues, and inconsistent service or check-in responsiveness. Overall, expect simple, practical lodging close to the beach.
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Facilities
Guests highlight two pools for cooling off, secure on-site parking, and an on-site restaurant.
Related guest reviews
sarah
May 3, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Joan
Feb 7, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
SAMIRAN
Jun 1, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Jenny
May 5, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Stephanie
Jul 10, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
Jun 15, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
SHAWN
Apr 28, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Pamela
Mar 2, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Gerardo Fallas
Jan 22, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Cristian
Jun 23, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Cleanliness
Rooms and common areas are generally clean, with several guests praising cleanliness. Some mention average upkeep or minor maintenance issues.
Related guest reviews
sarah
May 3, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Jenny
May 5, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Mario
Feb 18, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Garrett Neil
Feb 25, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Connie
Sep 25, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
John
Feb 3, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Pierre
Jan 31, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Rusty
Sep 14, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Chantelle
Mar 2, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Bettina
Nov 19, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Rooms
Many reviews note spacious accommodations, often with kitchens, terraces or balconies. However, guests also report occasional noise (neighbors or construction), limited furnishings, privacy quirks, and some rooms feeling small or uncomfortable.
Related guest reviews
Marc
Feb 7, 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Joan
Feb 7, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Garrett Neil
Feb 25, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Pamela
Mar 2, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Gita
Nov 29, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Meybol
May 31, 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Connie
Sep 25, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Anthony
Apr 1, 2024
·
Stayed 3 nights
John
Feb 3, 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Rusty
Sep 14, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Service
Staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful. However, service can be inconsistent, with slow non-breakfast meals, check-in delays, and limited management availability noted in some stays.
Related guest reviews
Luis
Sep 11, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Joan
Feb 7, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
SAMIRAN
Jun 1, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stephanie
Jul 10, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Karla
Jan 6, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Samantha
May 18, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Gita
Nov 29, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Connie
Sep 25, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Alexander
Feb 9, 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Eileen
Feb 22, 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Location
Consistently praised for being a short walk to Uvita Beach and Marino Ballena Park, with restaurants and a supermarket nearby. Slightly outside the main town but convenient for beach access.
Related guest reviews
Joan
Feb 7, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
SAMIRAN
Jun 1, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Jenny
May 5, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Andrew
Jun 15, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
SHAWN
Apr 28, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Karla
Jan 6, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Laura
Feb 12, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Pamela
Mar 2, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Gita
Nov 29, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Alexander
Feb 9, 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Dining
Breakfast is widely appreciated (made to order, early start, and often included), and the on-site restaurant receives positive remarks. Some guests experienced slow service for meals outside breakfast.
Related guest reviews
sarah
May 3, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Joan
Feb 7, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
SAMIRAN
Jun 1, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Stephanie
Jul 10, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
Jun 15, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
SHAWN
Apr 28, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Pamela
Mar 2, 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Gita
Nov 29, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Agata
Mar 4, 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Chantelle
Mar 2, 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Was this helpful?
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Gita
Nov 29, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Bettina
Nov 19, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Connie
Sep 25, 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Rusty
Sep 14, 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
Luis
Sep 11, 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited.
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge. The service hours and arrangement details can be confirmed with the property.
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details regarding room accessibility can be confirmed with the property.
The property is located within a 10-minute walk of Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia, 1.1 mi from Marino Ballena National Park, and 2.2 mi from Arco Beach. Public transport options may be available nearby.
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available. The pool is seasonal and operational hours can be confirmed with the property.
Children are allowed at the property, but they may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast.
The property does not provide information on extra beds or cribs. Guests are encouraged to contact the property directly for specific requests.
Have a question?
Instant AI responses are based on hotel information
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Su | Mo | Tu | We | Th | Fr | Sa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cheaper
Pricier
Average nightly price across deals, with taxes & fees.
Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
Popular amenities
Parking
Airport shuttle
Restaurant
Swimming pool
Room Service
Tour Desk
Parking
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free Parking
Parking (Limited)
Parking Onsite
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Pool Outdoor
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
General
Room Service
Restaurant
Non-Smoking Rooms
Packed Lunches
Family Room
Services
Tour Desk
Banquet Facilities
Self Laundry
Internet
Free Wi-Fi