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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3 stars
Ballena, Costa Rica
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9.0
Excellent
442 reviews
Thu 4/18
Mon 4/22

About Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi, Breakfast, and Parking for free
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 situated 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 minibar 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 snorkelling sessions or whale-watching trips in the nearby Marine National Park.

Latest deals for Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Thu 4/18
Mon 4/22
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

  • Snorkeling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Free parking

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Eco tourism
  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Game room
  • Canoeing
  • Darts
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Beauty salon
  • Horse riding
  • Pool table
  • Hiking

Basics

  • Mobile hotspot device
  • Internet
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Services and conveniences

  • Business center
  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • 24hr front desk
  • Conference rooms
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Family rooms
  • Mountain view
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness center
  • Massage

Accessibility and suitability

  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Increased accessibility

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Books
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Family friendly

  • Cribs available
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Complimentary breakfast

Outdoor

  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Reviews of Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

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9.0
WonderfulBased on 442 verified guest reviews
9.0Couples
9.0Families
9.1Solo
9.2Friends

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Location

7 Km Al Sur De Uvita, Ballena

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 2:00 PM, check out anytime before 12:00 PM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Low season

October

High season

December

Average price (weeknight)

$205

Average price (weekend night)

$260
Cheapest month to stay with an average 41% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 41% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

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Top tips for your stay at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and November.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa, plan to stay on a Saturday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $194, while the most expensive was $194.
  • How long should you stay at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

  • Where is Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa located?

    Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is located at 7 Km Al Sur De Uvita, 0.2 miles from the center of Ballena.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa?

    Check-in time is 2:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 PM at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa.

  • Does Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offer free parking?

    Yes, Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offers free parking.

  • How far is Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa from the airport?

    Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is 15.5 miles from San Isidro del General. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is 19.8 miles from Palmar Sur.

  • Does Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa have a pool?

    Yes, Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa has a pool onsite.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa in Ballena and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city center

0.2 mi

Nearest Airport

Palmar Sur

Distance to airport

19.8 mi