Tropical Beach
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About this property
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Getting to nearby attractions is a b...
Amenities
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Satisfy your appetite with Mediterranean cuisine at jaffa, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Location
With a stay at Tropical Beach in Bahía Ballena, you'll be on the boardwalk/promenade, just a 1-minute walk from Marino Ballena National Park and 11 minutes by foot from Playa Colonia. This beach hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Uvita Beach and 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Catarata uvita.
What's nearby
Marino Ballena National Park(0.1 Miles)
Playa Colonia(0.6 Miles)
Uvita Beach(0.6 Miles)
Punta Uvita(1.9 Miles)
Uvita Arts Center(2.9 Miles)
Catarata uvita(2.9 Miles)
Secret Lau Pool(2.9 Miles)
Playa Hermosa(3 Miles)
Arco Beach(2.9 Miles)
Playa Ballena(4.3 Miles)
Pinuela Beach(6.1 Miles)
Ventanas Beach(8 Miles)
Tortuga Beach(8.5 Miles)
Playa Tortuga(8.6 Miles)
Santa Lucia Falls(8.6 Miles)
Drake Bay (DRK)(91.6 Miles)
Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO)(131.7 Miles)
Location
Bahia Ballena, Uvita, Costa Rica
Marino Ballena National Park (0.1 Miles)
Playa Colonia (0.6 Miles)
Uvita Beach (0.6 Miles)
Punta Uvita (1.9 Miles)
Uvita Arts Center (2.9 Miles)
Catarata uvita (2.9 Miles)
Room options
18
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View
Room details
2 Large Double Beds
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
484 ft²
Balcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
11
Classic Double Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
Balcony or TerraceAir ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
Guest reviews of Tropical Beach
8.9
Fabulous
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What guests think
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At Tropical Beach, guests often highlight the walkable location near Marino Ballena beach, the helpful staff, and a good on-site restaurant and pool, while noting inconsistent hot water and limited parking as recurring drawbacks.
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At Tropical Beach, guests often highlight the walkable location near Marino Ballena beach, the helpful staff, and a good on-site restaurant and pool, while noting inconsistent hot water and limited parking as recurring drawbacks.
Rooms are generally basic and can feel small, with hard mattresses and occasional maintenance issues; larger apartments are available and better equipped. Cleanliness feedback is mixed, ranging from spotless rooms and well kept areas to stained linens or musty odors in some units. Some guests report loud music from a neighboring venue disrupting sleep. Best suited to travelers seeking value and simplicity.
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Facilities
Pool and on-site restaurant receive frequent praise, but parking is very limited, hot water can be unreliable, and loud music from a neighboring venue affects certain areas.
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James
16 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
8
Jeremiah
3 May 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff was friendly and helpful. Pool was welcoming and good music vibes all day. Room was super basic and I think our toilet or shower had a leak. We checked but all we could find is the water on the floor.
Staff was friendly and helpful. Pool was welcoming and good music vibes all day. Room was super basic and I think our toilet or shower had a leak. We checked but all we could find is the water on the floor.
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Kevin
16 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control
Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control
10
Sherry
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
8
Charles
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
10
Jason
24 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
4
Benjamin
31 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The place is a bit run-down. Parking was off-street on dusty road with no security. There is an on-site parking lot but it is extremely small and fits about 4 cars but there were 6 crammed in upon our arrival. Hotel room is very bare bones, no hot water while we were there. If we had to stay more than the one night I'd look elsewhere but ok for the 1 given the price.
The place is a bit run-down. Parking was off-street on dusty road with no security. There is an on-site parking lot but it is extremely small and fits about 4 cars but there were 6 crammed in upon our arrival. Hotel room is very bare bones, no hot water while we were there. If we had to stay more than the one night I'd look elsewhere but ok for the 1 given the price.
8
Cindy
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely spot Great restaurant
Lovely spot Great restaurant
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Barry
16 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Kind of below average / standard. Shower had no hot water (fair to say - we didn’t mention it, maybe could have been fixed), room was really tiny. Guy showing us the room told us (as a customer) how to fix the toilet if it were to break during our visit. Too little parking spots / had to block other vehicles. Place could also use an update. But on a positive note, the bar/ restaurant was very nice.
Kind of below average / standard. Shower had no hot water (fair to say - we didn’t mention it, maybe could have been fixed), room was really tiny. Guy showing us the room told us (as a customer) how to fix the toilet if it were to break during our visit. Too little parking spots / had to block other vehicles. Place could also use an update. But on a positive note, the bar/ restaurant was very nice.
10
Cheryl
21 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 19,375 nights
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
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Cleanliness
Many guests describe rooms and grounds as very clean or spotless, but several report stained linens, musty odors, or a generally worn feel in some units.
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Helen
24 Nov 2022
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Stayed 4 nights
Given room no1. Which stank like a dirty public toilet in desperate need of cleaning. Bed sheets were very old and smelt musty. Kitchen drawers didn’t stay closed and the fridge had a wobble. No wardrobe. Curtains see through. Due to arriving late at the property we only stayed their 1 night before leaving for another hotel. Don’t waste your money and stay here.
Given room no1. Which stank like a dirty public toilet in desperate need of cleaning. Bed sheets were very old and smelt musty. Kitchen drawers didn’t stay closed and the fridge had a wobble. No wardrobe. Curtains see through. Due to arriving late at the property we only stayed their 1 night before leaving for another hotel. Don’t waste your money and stay here.
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Mélissa
22 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
L'accueil est plutôt froid. Le bungalow était sombre et humide, les draps étaient sales et de vieux meubles rouillés étaient disponibles pour s'asseoir. Vraiment très décevant, compte tenu du prix. Seul avantage, l'établissement est situé à 5 minutes à pieds du parc national Marino Ballena.
L'accueil est plutôt froid. Le bungalow était sombre et humide, les draps étaient sales et de vieux meubles rouillés étaient disponibles pour s'asseoir. Vraiment très décevant, compte tenu du prix. Seul avantage, l'établissement est situé à 5 minutes à pieds du parc national Marino Ballena.
10
Luis Alonso
5 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The staff is really nice, super clean hotel good location, restaurant, pool... We will come back for sure.
The staff is really nice, super clean hotel good location, restaurant, pool... We will come back for sure.
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Sherry
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
10
Jason
24 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
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Lynda
28 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The place was ok. The room smelled heavily of bug spray and our sheets were stained and possibly dirty. There isn’t enough parking space so we had to move our car so other people could get out. This was a pit stop for us which was ok I wouldn’t stay more than one night.
The place was ok. The room smelled heavily of bug spray and our sheets were stained and possibly dirty. There isn’t enough parking space so we had to move our car so other people could get out. This was a pit stop for us which was ok I wouldn’t stay more than one night.
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Tuan
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Overall satisfactory experience Suggest the use cleaner towels (the ones we used were worn out and stained)
Overall satisfactory experience Suggest the use cleaner towels (the ones we used were worn out and stained)
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Cheryl
21 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 19,375 nights
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
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Guillaume
29 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
La chambre était nickel, le restaurant et le personnel perfecto
La chambre était nickel, le restaurant et le personnel perfecto
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Kristin Miller
14 May 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Really great little hotel! Room was exceptionally clean, felt really safe, and the property manager was so kind and helpful! The location is very close to the beach and there are a few restaurants within walking distance. Bike rental right down the road too. Pool was always pristine. Would 100% recommend.
Really great little hotel! Room was exceptionally clean, felt really safe, and the property manager was so kind and helpful! The location is very close to the beach and there are a few restaurants within walking distance. Bike rental right down the road too. Pool was always pristine. Would 100% recommend.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and often small with hard mattresses and occasional maintenance issues (for example, nonworking TVs or controls); larger apartments are more spacious and better equipped. Noise from nearby music can affect some rooms.
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Marina
7 Feb 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Aangename plek om te verblijven; op loopafstand van het prachtige strand, gezellige restaurants in de buurt, behulpzame en vriendelijke gastheer. Wij verbleven in een huisje achterin het parkje: daar was het heerlijk rustig, maar de kamers aan het zwembad grenzen aan het restaurant waar de hele dag de muziek hard aanstaat.
Aangename plek om te verblijven; op loopafstand van het prachtige strand, gezellige restaurants in de buurt, behulpzame en vriendelijke gastheer. Wij verbleven in een huisje achterin het parkje: daar was het heerlijk rustig, maar de kamers aan het zwembad grenzen aan het restaurant waar de hele dag de muziek hard aanstaat.
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James
16 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
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Kristine
20 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really great choice in Uvita. This was a huge unit with 2 bedrooms with Queen beds and a futon in the living area. Nice pool area that we didn't have time to use. Walking distance to Uvita Beach - which is a great beach! We arrived early for check-in and since our unit was ready, we were allowed to check-in early which is always really helpful. I would definitely stay here again if in the area. Also had air conditioning, which helped to dry out some of our clothes, which were damp from our time in Bahia Drake.
Really great choice in Uvita. This was a huge unit with 2 bedrooms with Queen beds and a futon in the living area. Nice pool area that we didn't have time to use. Walking distance to Uvita Beach - which is a great beach! We arrived early for check-in and since our unit was ready, we were allowed to check-in early which is always really helpful. I would definitely stay here again if in the area. Also had air conditioning, which helped to dry out some of our clothes, which were damp from our time in Bahia Drake.
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crystal
2 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Beds were hard, room was small. A/C worked well, saw lots of wildlife, places to eat within walking distance
Beds were hard, room was small. A/C worked well, saw lots of wildlife, places to eat within walking distance
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Carol
22 Feb 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
No hot water the first night. No working tv during our stay. No coffee maker. The music next door, at night, was so loud that we checked out a day early.
No hot water the first night. No working tv during our stay. No coffee maker. The music next door, at night, was so loud that we checked out a day early.
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Jana
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room was ok. But the bed was very bad. Me and my friend were had a problem to fall a sleep in this bed. Matress was very incomodous.
Room was ok. But the bed was very bad. Me and my friend were had a problem to fall a sleep in this bed. Matress was very incomodous.
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Rebecca
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
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Sally
20 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The room was very small, barely fit our suitcases beside the bed. No coffee maker, if you like loud music this is place for you. Bar right next to our room and music was coming through walls, even tried earplugs. 2nd night people down stairs were partying outside very loud. We checked out early
The room was very small, barely fit our suitcases beside the bed. No coffee maker, if you like loud music this is place for you. Bar right next to our room and music was coming through walls, even tried earplugs. 2nd night people down stairs were partying outside very loud. We checked out early
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Barry
16 Feb 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Kind of below average / standard. Shower had no hot water (fair to say - we didn’t mention it, maybe could have been fixed), room was really tiny. Guy showing us the room told us (as a customer) how to fix the toilet if it were to break during our visit. Too little parking spots / had to block other vehicles. Place could also use an update. But on a positive note, the bar/ restaurant was very nice.
Kind of below average / standard. Shower had no hot water (fair to say - we didn’t mention it, maybe could have been fixed), room was really tiny. Guy showing us the room told us (as a customer) how to fix the toilet if it were to break during our visit. Too little parking spots / had to block other vehicles. Place could also use an update. But on a positive note, the bar/ restaurant was very nice.
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Nagy
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We took the apartment room, and it was very clean and well equipped. Also very close to the beach!
We took the apartment room, and it was very clean and well equipped. Also very close to the beach!
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Service
Staff are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including assistance with late arrivals and special requests, though a few guests experienced rude or cold interactions.
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Julie
27 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
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Farrah
14 Mar 2023
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I arrived late, not realizing the hotel had a 10 PM deadline to check-in. When I arrived, the hotel manager was incredibly ride to me and told me that I had no reservation, which I did have. He tried to charge me for the stay, but he credit card machine was down. He showed me to a room anyways after I contested that it wasn't my fault the credit card machine was down. He eventually showed me to a room and then immediately disappeared. I quickly noticed that our ground floor room window was broken and did not lock. I was unable to sleep all evening because it was not secure. When I complained in the morning about the broken window, he insisted I broke the window and that I had to pay for my room then and how he was lucky he wasn't charging me for the window that I broke! I can not tell you how rude this man was. I want to request a refund for my stay.
I arrived late, not realizing the hotel had a 10 PM deadline to check-in. When I arrived, the hotel manager was incredibly ride to me and told me that I had no reservation, which I did have. He tried to charge me for the stay, but he credit card machine was down. He showed me to a room anyways after I contested that it wasn't my fault the credit card machine was down. He eventually showed me to a room and then immediately disappeared. I quickly noticed that our ground floor room window was broken and did not lock. I was unable to sleep all evening because it was not secure. When I complained in the morning about the broken window, he insisted I broke the window and that I had to pay for my room then and how he was lucky he wasn't charging me for the window that I broke! I can not tell you how rude this man was. I want to request a refund for my stay.
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Mélissa
22 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
L'accueil est plutôt froid. Le bungalow était sombre et humide, les draps étaient sales et de vieux meubles rouillés étaient disponibles pour s'asseoir. Vraiment très décevant, compte tenu du prix. Seul avantage, l'établissement est situé à 5 minutes à pieds du parc national Marino Ballena.
L'accueil est plutôt froid. Le bungalow était sombre et humide, les draps étaient sales et de vieux meubles rouillés étaient disponibles pour s'asseoir. Vraiment très décevant, compte tenu du prix. Seul avantage, l'établissement est situé à 5 minutes à pieds du parc national Marino Ballena.
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John
28 Feb 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Property was as stated. Pablo the manager was very helpful and pleasant to work with.
Property was as stated. Pablo the manager was very helpful and pleasant to work with.
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Zoltan
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Jose was very helpful and kind on my trip! These place is a beautiful litte gem.
Jose was very helpful and kind on my trip! These place is a beautiful litte gem.
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Sherry
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
10
Cheryl
21 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 19,375 nights
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
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Compton
13 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a really nice stay and the front desk was able to help with special requests and information
We had a really nice stay and the front desk was able to help with special requests and information
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Ben
21 Jun 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The host I.was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had an excellent experience.
The host I.was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had an excellent experience.
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Robert Armando
30 Aug 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Mauricio offre un service hors pair. Excellent lieu de repos proche de tout.
Mauricio offre un service hors pair. Excellent lieu de repos proche de tout.
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Location
Highly walkable location a few minutes from Marino Ballena and Uvita Beach, with restaurants nearby and easy access to transport.
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James
16 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
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Kristine
20 Mar 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really great choice in Uvita. This was a huge unit with 2 bedrooms with Queen beds and a futon in the living area. Nice pool area that we didn't have time to use. Walking distance to Uvita Beach - which is a great beach! We arrived early for check-in and since our unit was ready, we were allowed to check-in early which is always really helpful. I would definitely stay here again if in the area. Also had air conditioning, which helped to dry out some of our clothes, which were damp from our time in Bahia Drake.
Really great choice in Uvita. This was a huge unit with 2 bedrooms with Queen beds and a futon in the living area. Nice pool area that we didn't have time to use. Walking distance to Uvita Beach - which is a great beach! We arrived early for check-in and since our unit was ready, we were allowed to check-in early which is always really helpful. I would definitely stay here again if in the area. Also had air conditioning, which helped to dry out some of our clothes, which were damp from our time in Bahia Drake.
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Angela
13 Dec 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay was enjoyable! Pool was great for kids with a close walk to the national park and beach!
Our stay was enjoyable! Pool was great for kids with a close walk to the national park and beach!
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Kevin
16 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control
Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control
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Charles
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
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Rebecca
28 Mar 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
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Emilie
8 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Un endroit magnifique et calme à quelque minutes à pied de la plage. Très bon restaurant avec un excellent service et des prix raisonnable.
Un endroit magnifique et calme à quelque minutes à pied de la plage. Très bon restaurant avec un excellent service et des prix raisonnable.
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Peter
11 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Waking up with the sound and activity of the ara’s was unique. Furthermore, the apartments were clean and comfortable, service is good, locatuon is perfect, walking distance from the the beach/national park. We (family of 5) had a great time!
Waking up with the sound and activity of the ara’s was unique. Furthermore, the apartments were clean and comfortable, service is good, locatuon is perfect, walking distance from the the beach/national park. We (family of 5) had a great time!
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Alexandra
2 Apr 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Einfaches Hotel mit sehr gutem Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Der Marino Ballena Nationalpark ist nur wenige Meter entfernt und mit einem kurzen Fußmarsch zu erreichen.
Einfaches Hotel mit sehr gutem Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Der Marino Ballena Nationalpark ist nur wenige Meter entfernt und mit einem kurzen Fußmarsch zu erreichen.
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Nagy
16 Dec 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
We took the apartment room, and it was very clean and well equipped. Also very close to the beach!
We took the apartment room, and it was very clean and well equipped. Also very close to the beach!
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Dining
The on-site restaurant is widely liked for good food and cocktails, with solid value; a few guests encountered slow breakfast service or found it closed during their stay.
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Julie
27 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
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Patricia A
1 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Over all, good stay. We booked a really nice whale watching trip through the hotel. The restaurant was not open, but the hostel next door was great. The staff was nice
Over all, good stay. We booked a really nice whale watching trip through the hotel. The restaurant was not open, but the hostel next door was great. The staff was nice
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Kevin
16 Jan 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control
Pros: 1. Clean comfortable room 2. Pool, cosy atmosphere 3. hotel restaurant for meals, also other restaurants nearby 4. Helpful friendly staff and services 5. Walking distance to beach 6. Short taxi ride from bus station. Cons: Sometimes noisy neighbor played very loud music until early morning (2am), but hotel has no control
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Charles
30 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
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Jason
24 Dec 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
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Stephan
20 Nov 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Propriétaire accessible et accueillant. Endroit rénové et propre. Stationnement très limité et le restaurant n’était pas disponible durant notre séjour. Un des points fort est que la plage d’Uvita est à quelques minutes de marche et d’une beauté incroyable.
Propriétaire accessible et accueillant. Endroit rénové et propre. Stationnement très limité et le restaurant n’était pas disponible durant notre séjour. Un des points fort est que la plage d’Uvita est à quelques minutes de marche et d’une beauté incroyable.
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Emilie
8 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Un endroit magnifique et calme à quelque minutes à pied de la plage. Très bon restaurant avec un excellent service et des prix raisonnable.
Un endroit magnifique et calme à quelque minutes à pied de la plage. Très bon restaurant avec un excellent service et des prix raisonnable.
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Cindy
15 Feb 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely spot Great restaurant
Lovely spot Great restaurant
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Cheryl
21 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,375 nights
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
I was very happy of my stay at Tropical beach. The manager Mauricio was helpful and very friendly. He made you feel like you were family. I stayed in a standard room and the cleanliness was top notch. the room was air conditioned which was nice as it is very hot in Costa Rica. The pool was refreshing and well maintained. The hotel was close to the beach. There is a restaurant on site and the owner Kevin is helpful and very friendly as well. I would highly recommend Tropical beach for lodging while in Uvita. Thank you to the owner Kuba for a wonderful vacation at Tropical beach. Keep up the good work!! 😀💕🇨🇦
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Anthony
5 Aug 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location, clean rooms, Efficient staff and the restaurant on site is amazing. Accomodation was very reasonable too. Highly recommend.
Great location, clean rooms, Efficient staff and the restaurant on site is amazing. Accomodation was very reasonable too. Highly recommend.
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Amelia
30 May 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
The guy at the front desk was super sweet and helped me a lot. They were kind and the pool was very warm.
The guy at the front desk was super sweet and helped me a lot. They were kind and the pool was very warm.
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Rebecca
7 Apr 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
It's starting to get a little run down, but has everything we need. We love tropical beach hotel. Walking distance to beach and super friendly staff!
It's starting to get a little run down, but has everything we need. We love tropical beach hotel. Walking distance to beach and super friendly staff!
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Lucy
31 Mar 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great spot! Excellent dinner! Beautiful beach!
Great spot! Excellent dinner! Beautiful beach!
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Lindsay
16 Mar 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff was friendly. Location was great. Staff was very helpful in making local recommendations. Clean with good privacy and a decent bed which in my experience was hard to find in CR. Proximity to beach and the pool was great to have. We had limited time but Uvita seemed like a great town.
Staff was friendly. Location was great. Staff was very helpful in making local recommendations. Clean with good privacy and a decent bed which in my experience was hard to find in CR. Proximity to beach and the pool was great to have. We had limited time but Uvita seemed like a great town.
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Norman
15 Mar 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Close to the Nat. Park without being right in all the traffic.The pool and dining room were nice. Dining room closed Tuesdays so went next door to eat -not a good choice as we are still feeling it.
Close to the Nat. Park without being right in all the traffic.The pool and dining room were nice. Dining room closed Tuesdays so went next door to eat -not a good choice as we are still feeling it.
FAQs about Tropical Beach
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee, approximately USD 9 to 12 for adults and children.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM until 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
Located in Bahía Ballena, the property is on the boardwalk, within a 15-minute walk of Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach. It is 1.8 miles from Marino Ballena National Park and 2.7 miles from Catarata Uvita.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available. It operates seasonally, and guests can enjoy the poolside bar.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger can stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
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- 2026-10-22: 113.00707094149017USD
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- 2026-10-26: 113.00707094149017USD
- 2026-10-27: 52.072327717712405USD
- 2026-10-28: 113.00707094149017USD
- 2026-10-29: 52.11410411494446USD
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- 2026-10-31: 52.072327717712405USD
- 2026-11-01: 52.072327717712405USD
- 2026-11-02: 52.072327717712405USD
- 2026-11-03: 129.95812851992798USD
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- 2026-11-05: 124.30777891072083USD
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This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM. If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
- 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
- This property is professionally cleaned
- Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
- The property is professionally cleaned.
- Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 12 for adults, and USD 9 to 12 for children
- Airport shuttle fee: USD 130.00 per vehicle (one-way)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Popular amenities
Activities
Swimming pool
Garden
Beach (nearby)
Scuba diving
Fishing
Horse riding
Canoeing
Hiking
Pool outdoor
Live music
Bicycle Tour Information
Outdoor Furniture
Pool (Seasonal Outdoor)
Terrace
Internet
Free wi-fi
General
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Poolside bar
Packed lunches
Family room
Beach Sun Loungers
Parking
Parking
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Parking Onsite
Services
Tour desk
Housekeeping
Luggage storage
Self laundry