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Bamboo River House

Property class: 2.5

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Bamboo River House provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

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Room options

Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Pool Access

  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Pool Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Standard Cabin, Non Smoking, Pool Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Basic Cabin, Non Smoking, Pool Access

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena is home to Bamboo River House. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Playa Dominical reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary. Parque Reptilandia and Uvita Arts Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide
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1 Km Del Puente De Dominical Bamboo, River house Camino de Bamboo Dominical, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Province, 60504

What's nearby

  • A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by dense forest and rocky cliffs.
    Nauyaca Waterfalls
    11 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and a green forested area.
    Marino Ballena National Park
    31 min drive - 17.1 miles
  • A sunset over a beach with people walking and horses grazing.
    Uvita Beach
    32 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • An aerial view of a beach with a narrow strip of forest separating two large bodies of water.
    Punta Uvita
    42 min drive - 16.9 miles
  • Playa Dominical
    5 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante La Parcela
    8 min drive
  • Moromo
    16 min walk
  • Tortilla Flats
    4 min drive
  • La Junta
    15 min walk
  • Scala
    14 min drive

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen island
  • Mini-fridge
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system

General

  • 4 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from March 7 2023 to April 30 2023 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 12 are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

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 and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Frequently asked questions

Does Bamboo River House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Bamboo River House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Bamboo River House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bamboo River House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bamboo River House located?

Situated in Bahía Ballena, this aparthotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Dominical and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Playa Barú and Hacienda Baru are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Bamboo River House Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 6 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot. Wonderful pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My stay at Bamboo River House was amazing. Great spot, super comfortable, the pool was awesome, there was lots of birdwatching. Great spot to swim in the river right across from the property and I could walk into town and back at night.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Room comfort

Not as shown.

This hotel is not where it is shown on the map. It’s about 1.5 kms from Dominical, along a dirt road. Not walkable. It’s also not close to the river. The host - or someone I assume was the host, as he never introduced himself - was quite rude to me, and not at all welcoming. As a result we didn’t stay, but found another place right in the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful, new and mpdern place. Great people good vibes and made me fall in love with Domical all over again. Id hate of if everyone rents here because id rent again and again. Give credit where it is due the owners and people of Dominical really make you feel amazing.I visit again without a doubt. Bes
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities
The location is magical but difficult to access without double traction vehicle. The closest restaurant, bar or grocery is located 1.5 km along of a rocky road. At my arrival I was allowed to check in only after 8 pm because the room wasn’t done; Incredible, isn’t it?
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phone number provided on reservation confirmation worked perfectly on WhatsApp to communicate with the host swiftly! Host went out of the way to ensure I had everything needed, even gave me a ride, local taxi information, and recommendations for sightseeing and bird watching. Host respected my privacy and I had a most excellent, relaxing time. I enjoyed taking care of myself and not having maid service everyday. The kitchen had everything I needed, the fans were pleasant in the humidity and the hammock was a most wonderful touch on the deck for reading.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019