Title: El Retiro - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=106746108&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Aparthotel # El Retiro Aparthotel in Bahía Ballena with 10 outdoor swimming pools ## Photo gallery for El Retiro ![Exterior - El Retiro (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106746200/106746108/e07bf5f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi - El Retiro (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106746200/106746108/066c75b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi - El Retiro (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106746200/106746108/0e6eb8dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - El Retiro (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106746200/106746108/484a3d55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - El Retiro (Bahía Ballena)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106750000/106746200/106746108/1ad59594.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Travelers find genuine relaxation at El Retiro, where the serene garden and spacious terrace create a peaceful atmosphere. The property offers practical amenities like laundry facilities and in-room WiFi, while ten outdoor pools provide ample options for soaking up the sun. ### Apart-hotel 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Laundry - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### El Retiro Aparthotel in Bahía Ballena with 10 outdoor swimming pools Along with 10 outdoor pools, this aparthotel has concierge services and laundry facilities. Other amenities include a garden. Each apartment features free WiFi and a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave. Housekeeping is available on request. El Retiro offers 2 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Housekeeping is provided on request. 10 outdoor swimming pools are on site. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - 10 outdoor pools ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a carport ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Microwave ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (on request) ### 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) ### General - 2 units - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119530000/119522200/119522162/b1dac980.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quiet and private room with AC close to the beach - 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Catarata uvita \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Secret Lau Pool \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Uvita Beach \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 km - Playa Colonia \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 km - Marino Ballena National Park \- 7 min drive \- 3.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬3 min walk - ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬2 min drive - ‪Sibu - ‬11 min walk - ‪The Bakery - ‬12 min walk - ‪Kinsu - ‬20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does El Retiro have a pool? ### Is El Retiro pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at El Retiro? ### What time is check-out at El Retiro? ### Where is El Retiro located? ## Have a question? 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