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Tropical Beach

3.0 star property
3-star beach hotel near Marino Ballena National Park

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Bahia Ballena, Uvita, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Colonia
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Classic Double Room

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Uvita

Oceanside stay.You'll find Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach within a 15-minute walk of this Bahía Ballena hotel. Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa Colonia - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 12 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Punta Uvita - 15 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 41 min drive - 37.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Sibu - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Nativo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fernando’s Restaurante - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Tropical Beach

3-star beach hotel near Marino Ballena National Park
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 is 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 showers with rainfall showerheads, and complimentary toiletries. This Bahía Ballena hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self 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 12 for adults and USD 9 to 12 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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 12 for adults, and USD 9 to 12 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, 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
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, 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. 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 each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 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

How close is Tropical Beach to the airport?

Tropical Beach is 91.6 mi (186-min drive) away from the Drake Bay (DRK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Beach?

As of Jun 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Beach on Jun 10, 2026 start from CA $64, 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 for more accurate prices.

Does Tropical Beach have an airport shuttle?

Tropical Beach offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of USD 130.00 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Tropical Beach to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Playa Colonia and 12-minute walk from Uvita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Tropical Beach offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Tropical Beach, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 9 and 12 for adults, USD 9 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Tropical Beach?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Tropical Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Tropical Beach?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Tropical Beach have a pool?

Tropical Beach features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Tropical Beach have a restaurant?

Tropical Beach is home to jaffa, which features Mediterranean cuisine, pool views, and a poolside location.

Does Tropical Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Tropical Beach to downtown Bahía Ballena?

Tropical Beach is 0.7 mi away from Uvita.

Tropical Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 163 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nagy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We took the apartment room, and it was very clean and well equipped. Also very close to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beds were hard, room was small. A/C worked well, saw lots of wildlife, places to eat within walking distance
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice hotel very close to NP Ballena beach entrance. Rooms basic but clean and friendly staff. Jaffa restaurant on site serves excellent cocktails beers and dinner, although breakfast service was distinctly slow.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot Great restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Great location, clean rooms, Efficient staff and the restaurant on site is amazing. Accomodation was very reasonable too. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Carol

Disliked: Amenities
No hot water the first night. No working tv during our stay. No coffee maker. The music next door, at night, was so loud that we checked out a day early.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Maria Venetia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
OK hotel near the beach, rooms near the pool are a bit small (bed is almost against the wall on one side and there's no bedside table or lamp on the other side, as there's no space), but overall a good option for staying in Uvita. Breakfast is an extra 5000 colones and has 3 options: granola with yogurt & fruit (they call is muesli but it's granola), Costa Rican (gallo pinto with eggs), and American style (eggs, bacon & toast)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem. Our room cabin number 1 was huge. Ac and hot water worked perfectly. The host was extremely helpful. We were steps from the beach, parrots flying in the early morning. The room had everything you could need. There were restaurants very nearby. And one on site. Our favorite was the Native bar next to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was enjoyable! Pool was great for kids with a close walk to the national park and beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Compton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a really nice stay and the front desk was able to help with special requests and information
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
There was no fridge, even a small one. As well, no kettle to make coffee or tea. These two factors means one cannot make or store food and liguids.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geovanny

Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoltan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jose was very helpful and kind on my trip! These place is a beautiful litte gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KEITH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis Alonso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

The staff is really nice, super clean hotel good location, restaurant, pool... We will come back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Waking up with the sound and activity of the ara’s was unique. Furthermore, the apartments were clean and comfortable, service is good, locatuon is perfect, walking distance from the the beach/national park. We (family of 5) had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A cute little oasis. Thoughtfully designed, helpful staff, everything worked (A/C, hot shower). One of the best hotels at this low price point I stayed in in CR.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Patricia A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Over all, good stay. We booked a really nice whale watching trip through the hotel. The restaurant was not open, but the hostel next door was great. The staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality for the money
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host I.was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had an excellent experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about our stay at Tropical Beach was excellent. We arrived late due to a delayed flight and they made arrangements for us to park and receive our key after hours. The room was spotless and had everything we needed. The staff was friendly and helpful and went out of their way to help us with anything we needed. The pool was a nice respite from the heat and humidity and the restaurant on site was delicious. All that and it was affordable, comfortable, and, yes, they have hot water (I know this is an issue at some other places). We truly enjoyed our stay.
Morning visitor
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024