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Tropical Beach

3.0 star property
Boardwalk/promenade hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View
Interior
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Garden view

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$90
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

Explore the area

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Bahia Ballena, Uvita, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Uvita
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪167 min drive‬

Room options

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Ceiling fan
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Uvita

A family-friendly stay in Bahía Ballena awaits you at Tropical Beach. Within just a 15-minute stroll, you'll find Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, jaffa, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to horse riding/hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and a coffee shop/cafe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 3-property class Bahía Ballena hotel, you'll be 1.4 km (0.9 mi) from Marino Ballena National Park and 3.1 km (1.9 mi) from Punta Uvita.

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Punta Uvita - 12 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive - 7.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tropical Beach

Boardwalk/promenade hotel with coffee shop/cafe and outdoor pool
Tropical Beach offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the family-friendly Tropical Beach. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and an area shuttle are available for a fee. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3-star Bahía Ballena hotel is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Tropical Beach offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. This Bahía Ballena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 11 for adults and USD 9 to 11 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • jaffa

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

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 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 11 for adults and USD 9 to 11 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 130.00 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Tropical Beach Apartment Ballena
Tropical Beach Ballena
Tropical Beach Hotel
Tropical Beach Ballena
Tropical Beach Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Tropical Beach?

Tropical Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Beach?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Beach on 27 Oct 2025 start from NZ$90.34, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Tropical Beach?

Yep, Tropical Beach has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Tropical Beach?

Yep, Tropical Beach is a short 12-minute walk from Uvita Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling and fishing.

Does Tropical Beach have a pool?

Tropical Beach has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Tropical Beach a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Tropical Beach.

Does Tropical Beach serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Tropical Beach?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Tropical Beach?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Mediterranean cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Tropical Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.