Title: Vista Ballena - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vista Ballena Inn with free breakfast, near Catarata uvita ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/2919ee7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Aerial view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/b3bcd856.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/cbce2355.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/c5df1dbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Yoga](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/057f4f4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Vista Ballena, near Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach, offers a peaceful escape. Guests can book massages, enjoy drinks at the bar, and start mornings with a cooked-to-order breakfast on the terrace. Previous visitors consistently praise their experience. 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - - - Bar - Room service - Breakfast included - Laundry ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=10617842&PinnedHotelID=10617842&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/df767da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Separate bedroom Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer - 194 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/39ed67cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10620000/10617900/10617842/8bbb6f1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Ceiling fan Premium bedding Private bathroom Hair dryer Minibar - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDominical-Hotels-Vista-Ballena.h10617842.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FDominical-Hotels-Vista-Ballena.h10617842.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.18540%2C-83.74348&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MHZE4xxhlm3JCiIzv4_BzaMYUvg=) 17 KM al sur de Playa Dominical, sobre la Costanera, Jardines del Morete, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504 #### What's nearby - Catarata uvita - 5 min drive - 2.5 km - Uvita Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km - Marino Ballena National Park - 11 min drive - 6.0 km - Playa Hermosa - 14 min drive - 4.6 km - Punta Uvita - 16 min drive - 5.7 km #### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Bakery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Los Barriles - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive - ‪Que Tuanis Café - ‬7 min drive ## About this property ### Vista Ballena Inn near Catarata uvita Located close to Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach, Vista Ballena provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a bar. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers - Free self parking and valet parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe - Concierge services, multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Vista Ballena have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and minibars. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4670000/4665300/4665273/8b070032.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villas Alturas Bahía Ballena - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Parking included 9.4 Exceptional 177 reviews CA $133 CA $151 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - Oct 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=4665273&PinnedHotelID=4665273&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/66200/66109/67c9bc41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villas Rio Mar Bahía Ballena - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.8 Excellent 620 reviews CA $130 CA $147 total includes taxes & fees Oct 6 - 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A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Snack bar/deli ### Things to do - Children's pool - Ecotours - Outdoor pool ### Family friendly - Children's pool - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Snack bar/deli ### Conveniences - Laundry facilities - Limited-hour front desk - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Garden - Picnic area - Pool loungers - Terrace ### Spa - Massage ### Accessibility - No elevator ### More - 2 buildings - 2 floors - Mosquito nets - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Premium bedding ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Desk ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability Late check-out fee: USD 20 ### Special check-in instructions 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 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours ### Access methods Front desk (limited hours) ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: USD 70 per person - Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 70 - Late check-out fee: USD 20 (subject to availability) 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; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Whales Dolphins Hotel Dominical Vista Ballena Inn Dominical Whales Dolphins Dominical Vista Ballena Inn Uvita Vista Ballena Inn Vista Ballena Uvita Whales & Dolphins Ecolodge Hotel Uvita Vista Ballena Costa Rica/Uvita Vista Ballena Inn Vista Ballena Ballena Vista Ballena Inn Ballena ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Vista Ballena have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Vista Ballena? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vista Ballena on Oct 29, 2025 start from CA $161.79, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Dominical-Hotels-Vista-Ballena.h10617842.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Vista Ballena pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Vista Ballena? > Self parking and valet parking are free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Vista Ballena? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vista Ballena? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 20 (subject to availability). ### Does Vista Ballena provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 70 per person applies. ### Where is Vista Ballena located? > Situated in Bahía Ballena, this inn is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Catarata uvita and within 6 mi (10 km) of Playa Hermosa and Uvita Beach. Playa Ballena and Ventanas Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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