Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa, Uvita ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

7 Km Al Sur De Uvita, Costa Ballena, Puntarenas,, Uvita, Costa Rica, 00000

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4.5

“The hotel's location offers amazing sea views and a prime spot for enjoying stunning sunsets.”view full review

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa, a 4-star hotel rated 9.1/10 on Booking.com, offers ocean views from a rainforest-covered hill. This Uvita hotel features a large swimming pool, an on-site restaurant, and a spa.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa feature air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, and a minibar. Some suites offer private balconies with ocean views and hydromassage showers. The hotel decor is Mediterranean-inspired.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include a gourmet restaurant offering local and international cuisine. Guests can enjoy meals by the pool or order drinks at the pool bar. Nearby dining opportunities also exist.

Leisure Activities

Leisure activities at the hotel include whale watching, snorkeling, and hiking in the surrounding rainforest. The area is known for diverse wildlife, and the hotel organizes bird-watching tours in places like the Ballena Marine National Park.

Services & Local Area

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa provides a 24-hour front desk, laundry service, and free Wi-Fi throughout the property. The hotel is located near the famous 'Whale's Tail' formation, accessible by a short walk.

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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Junior Suite

2 persons

540 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Master Suite

2 persons

970 sq. feet

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Family Suite

2 persons

810 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Bathtub

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Facilities

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Perfect Pool Escape

“The pool was open 24/7 with clean water and a perfect temperature, making it an ideal spot for relaxation anytime.” view full review

Delicious Dining!

“The restaurant served excellent food, and breakfast was particularly good, setting a great tone for the day.” view full review

Yoga and Serenity

“I loved the yoga and meditation space; it enhanced my relaxation and added a unique touch to my stay.” view full review

Spacious Comfort

“My room was incredibly spacious with high ceilings, comfy beds, and a huge balcony that offered stunning views.” view full review

Facilities: Perfect

9.1/10Review score

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Safe deposit box
VIP check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Currency exchange
Hairdresser
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Billiard tables
Darts
Fishing

Services

Paid airport shuttle
Room service
Car hire
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Children's buffet
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Facial
Beauty treatment
Massage
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa Location

7 Km Al Sur De Uvita, Costa Ballena, Puntarenas,, Uvita, Costa Rica, 00000

Map view

7 Km Al Sur De Uvita, Costa Ballena, Puntarenas,, Uvita, Costa Rica, 00000

City landmarks

Beach

Arco Beach

1.3 mi

Park

Playa Ballena

1.6 mi

Landmark

Pinuela Beach

1.7 mi

Beach

Playa Arco

1.7 mi

Beach

Playa Pinuelas

1.9 mi

Landmark

Pedregosa

2.1 mi

Island

Isla ballena

2.3 mi

Landmark

Ventanas Beach

2.6 mi

Landmark

Playa Ventanas

2.7 mi

Restaurants

Pura Vida Bar & Restaurant

200 ft

Playa Ballena

Getting around

City Centre

Uvita9 min · 3.6 mi

Airports

Palmar (PMZ)59 min · 24.1 mi

Quepos (XQP)96 min · 39.5 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-20:00

Check-out

from 07:00-12:00

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Cristal Ballena Boutique & Spa guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

German, Spanish

Year renovated:

2012

Number of rooms:

Former name

Hotel Resort Cristal Ballena

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 180 verified reviews

9.0/10

Perfect

94%

Recommend

Breakfast

9.9/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Comfort

9.2/10

Facilities

9.1/10

Free Wi-Fi

7.3/10

Location

9.2/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.7/10

Staff

9.4/10

Value for money

8.5/10

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