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Villas Alturas

3.5 star property
Travelers find more than just meals at this ocean view bistro, where the dining experience becomes part of a peaceful coastal getaway

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Villas Alturas welcomes guests to its oceanfront setting where nFusion Bistro serves cooked-to-order breakfast with spectacular views. Visitors can sip drinks at the poolside bar, book rejuvenating spa treatments, or relax beside the outdoor pool under comfortable sun umbrellas.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Room options

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25-inch TV with cable channels

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Ocean view
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, One Queen Size Bed.

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Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • Ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Futon

About the neighborhood

Located in Bahía Ballena, Villas Alturas is in the mountains and near the beach. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Playa Dominicalito reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Parque Reptilandia are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching and golfing. Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide
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San Martin Norte, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • As we entered Domincal - we pulled off the road, parked in some sandy makeshift lot and followed the setting sun to the sea. Surfers were wrapping up their session as we sat and celebrated the end of the day on washed-up log on the shore. #LifeatExpedia
    Playa Dominicalito
    5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Dominicalito Beach
    5 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Hacienda Baru
    6 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Playa Dominical
    8 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Playa Barú
    9 min drive - 6.4 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Moromo
    9 min drive
  • Beyan Restaurant & Coffee
    7 min drive
  • Scala
    6 min drive
  • La Junta
    9 min drive
  • nFusion Bistro
    1 min walk

About this property

Villas Alturas

Resort by the ocean
At Villas Alturas, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body scrub, or a body treatment. The on-site restaurant, nFusion Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Massage treatment rooms, wedding services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 25-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • nFusion Bistro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free extra futon

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Dominical
Villas Alturas Hotel
Villas Alturas Hotel Dominical
Villas Alturas Costa Rica/Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Resort Villas Alturas Ballena
Ballena Villas Alturas Resort
Resort Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Villas Alturas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Villas Alturas 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 Villas Alturas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Villas Alturas?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villas Alturas located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa resort is steps from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Playa Dominicalito. Dominicalito Beach and Hacienda Baru are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

Villas Alturas Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 187 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were clean, staff was amazing and the view was incredible. Love this place. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sunny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Both my kids loved it. They enjoyed the pool more than anything. Breakfast options were great. Our two bedrooms villa was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Kay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place beautiful views
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my absolute favorite place my kids and I visited in 12 days in Costa Rica total. The staff and grounds were phenomenal. We want to go back- not just to Costa Rica, but also specifically to this property that just… felt like home to the hearts.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property is very relaxed and welcoming. The staff are highly attentive and really take care of you while you are on site. The addition of the animal sanctuary makes it a very eco-friendly destination. We stayed for one week during which the surrounding jungle and wildlife were the stars of the show.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great experience. The staff was very friendly, and it had the best view of any hotel we’ve ever stayed at. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and great service. We booked a future stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

CARLOS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
excelent ocean view and relaxing pool
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ocean views!!! Food is excellent as well as service provided. Room is so comfortable and clean. Temperature around the area is excellent (because of location above see level -- around 100mts).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fantastic and the views are stunning. Super nice pool with fantastic service! Highly suggest a 4X4 if conditions are wet. The staff was absolutely wonderful when we checked in!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean views are amazing. Hotel staff is extremely good at helping us to accommodate and answer our inquiries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All rooms would benefit from a mini fridg! Lovely view of Alejuela. Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Amenities
Amazing views. Intimate setting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a blast. It feels intimate and not too crowded. It feels serene yet close to many beaches and restaurants. The staff were wonderful. Would definitely be back here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. Needs a little TLC. Was delighted with the short walk to restaurants directly on the beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

The Views

Stay was amazing. The views do NOT get any better than this. It’s not the most modern but it’s better than some 5 star places I’ve stayed. And I travel a lot. Highly recommend and definitely get a 4x4.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Emily

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

Gorgeous Views

Absolutely beautiful views. I was there in the low season, so the restaurant was only open for breakfast. It was good food, small portions. Inside the cabina has a full kitchen, living room, and bedroom, with a good sized bathroom as well. It is super spacious and has an amazing balcony/patio with a hammock, rocking chairs, and table/chairs. it is a super steep rocky hill to drive up, somewhat challenging at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great fine alturis was! Fun accommodating staff. Cool setting, incredible views. And the red snapper dinner was the best i've ever happened! Hope I get a chance to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

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

Paradise overlooking the ocean!

We booked this last minute as an alternative to our more rugged lodge in the mountains. It was a perfect antidote! The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, the location overlooking the ocean was breathtaking. The food was probably the best we'd experienced during out 10 day Costa Rican visit! Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

assaf

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

Hard to beat

Amazing place, views, pool landscape, beautiful and first class location. Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating (shout out to Casey). Consider that car is necessary ideally 4x4 as all roads in area are dirt and not all are well maintained. Part of the beauty of the area. Restaurant at hotel is lovely with great selection. A home run!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed at Villas Alturas for 12 nights in December as I was doing some volunteering at the animal sanctuary adjacent to the villas. The property has the most stunning views from the terrace and pool area overlooking the coastline. It is surrounded by lush jungle with all the sights and sounds you would expect. It is quite isolated in its location which is both a blessing and a curse. It is at the top of an 800m gravel single track road on a very steep gradient. If you want to leave the hotel grounds you definitely need to hire a car. The villas themselves were very clean but are very dated. They are still very 1980s in the decor and could def do with a refresh on the interiors. Great space tho. Shower was large and worked well. Small kitchen with fridge, oven and microwave. A few bits a bit rough around the edges but overall perfectly ok. Fantastic views from the villa terrace too. My main gripe was that the pool area was very small (8 metre kidney shaped pool apx) and as such couldn’t handle many people to be there. As a guest I would have expected the pool and terrace to be for guests only, however the reception area was a meeting point for the Alturas sanctuary tours so at times there was a procession of day trippers wandering around the pool area. I was there when people who only came for lunch were allowed to use the pool too. So at times that area became very busy with non paying guests. They definitely need to create an area of separation for guests & day trippers.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Charming villa. Staff super nice and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ron

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

Paradise

Amazing Bird watching!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was incredible. Best night sleep ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024