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Tropical Beach

3.0 star property
Family beach fun and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Interior
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Garden view
Exterior
Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Travelers enjoy ocean views and a tropical atmosphere at Tropical Beach, with modern comforts. El Tabernaco serves delicious meals, and guests relax by the outdoor pool on sun loungers. In-room WiFi, luggage storage, and concierge services help plan the perfect getaway.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Classic Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 linens
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Bahia Ballena, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Punta Uvita - 12 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive - 4.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Tropical Beach

Family-friendly hotel by the ocean
You can look forward to a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden at Tropical Beach. Active travelers can enjoy horseback riding at this hotel. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, jaffa, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Smoke-free premises, outdoor furniture, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Tropical Beach feature perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies or patios, wardrobes/closets, and electric kettles

Property amenities

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 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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)

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Does Tropical Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Tropical Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tropical Beach?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Beach?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Tropical Beach?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Does Tropical Beach provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 130.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Tropical Beach located?

This family-friendly Ballena hotel is located on the boardwalk/promenade, within a 15-minute walk of Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach. Punta Uvita and Playa Hermosa are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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