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Rancho Pacifico

Property class: 4.5

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A treehouse with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest. - Rancho Pacifico (Bahía Ballena)
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a plant in the corner. - Rancho Pacifico (Bahía Ballena)
A wooden pathway leading to a building surrounded by dense foliage. - Rancho Pacifico (Bahía Ballena)
A modern glass house with a pool, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation. - Rancho Pacifico (Bahía Ballena)
A modern bathroom with a large window, a bench, a shower, and a vanity with a mirror. - Rancho Pacifico (Bahía Ballena)
Located close to Catarata uvita, Rancho Pacifico provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the ecotours and hiking/biking at this hotel. Indulge in a massage, aromatherapy, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Whale's Tail Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a hot tub.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, and a painting of a jungle scene.

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 90 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern outdoor pool area with a view of the ocean and lush greenery.

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 195 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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A modern glass house with a pool, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 125 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining area.

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a glass-enclosed balcony with a view of the ocean, and a bathroom with a modern design.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a glass-enclosed balcony with a view of the ocean, and a bathroom with a modern design.

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a plant in the corner.

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A treehouse with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Bahía Ballena, Rancho Pacifico is in a rural area and on a river. While the natural beauty of Catarata uvita and Marino Ballena National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Baru. Uvita Beach and Playa Ballena are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and horse riding nearby. Visit our Bahía Ballena travel guide
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1 Rancho Pacifico Road, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 0

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, turquoise waters, and a green forested area.
    Marino Ballena National Park
    21 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • A sunset over a beach with people walking and horses grazing.
    Uvita Beach
    21 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Catarata uvita
    10 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Secret Lau Pool
    15 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Uvita Arts Center
    17 min drive - 3.6 miles

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo
    11 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena
    9 min drive
  • The Bakery
    8 min drive
  • Restaurante Nativo
    13 min drive
  • Kinsu
    12 min drive

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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 beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Whale's Tail Grill

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hot tub
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2007
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 260 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, 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
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho Pacifico have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Rancho Pacifico 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 Rancho Pacifico?

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

What time is check-out at Rancho Pacifico?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Rancho Pacifico provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 260 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rancho Pacifico located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury hotel is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Catarata uvita and within 6 mi (10 km) of Marino Ballena National Park and Uvita Beach. Playa Ballena and Ventanas Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Rancho Pacifico Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The staff were amazing, resort and view were stunning!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The room was incredible. The amenities within the room and the comfort were excellent. The staff were extremely helpful and couldn’t do enough for you especially in booking tours and local restaurants. The food was amazing and offered a good selection. All in all our stay was perfect. Would highly recommend
Amazing view to the whales’s tail
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Property was beautiful. Room was private and very nice. Staff was amazing. Meals were wonderful. We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a dream, the staff, the service and the attention to detail is amazing. Dinner every night is a culinary masterpiece. The ride up to the hotel is daunting but we rented a 4x4 and we were fine. Worth the 4 hr car ride from San Jose!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Rancho Pacifico knocks it out of the park! Treehouse Tamandua was incredible, infinity pool overlooking the whale’s tail was simply beautiful and every meal was amazing. Great variety, great taste, and I’d even go so far as to say the presentation was borderline spectacular. But most importantly it was the staff that made our stay near perfect. Every staff member should be commended for going out of their way to ensure every little need was taken care of. Muy Roco - Muchas Gracias!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Superb property up on the Uvita mountains. As long as you have a 4x4, getting there is a fun ride. Staff was great and the spa facilities are really nice. The only thing keeping me from returning for a whole remote work week is the internet speed. It was spotty and not reliable for a prolonged work stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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What can I say… Everything was just perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Magical rainforest retreat

This place is truly magical. It is an incredibly unique resort experience. The staff is outstanding and the scenery unparalleled!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

Absolutely amazing stay. This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at and we travel a lot. Mark and Marlo are the owners and they are onsite every day to ensure that you have an amazing stay. The rooms are awesome, food is phenomenal and the views are to die for. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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Aside from the fact that the view is amazing, the whole resort is modern and beautifully designed. The hand selected staff are personable, talented and made our stay special. We loved that Rancho Pacifico is quiet, private, and permitted us to experience living in a two-story home located in the middle of the jungle with our own pool, patio and no else around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Luxurious & Private

Such a tranquil & magnificent place! I stayed here with my best friend for a girl's getaway to relax. The Rancho Pacifico did not disappoint! We had some trouble getting up the mountain with our vehicle (Make sure you have a 4X4 that can handle steep rocky roads). However, the manager Alex & the staff came to our rescue! They were so wonderful and accommodating after a stressful arrival. They really made us feel comfortable and right at home. The entire staff is lovely & we really enjoyed our time there! Thanks to the owners & the wonderful staff for making our relaxing vacation a dream! Pictures do not do justice for this place! Completely luxurious & private- I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet place to get away in Costa Rica. I will definitely be back <3
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Un séjour très agréable. La vue est extraordinaire. Le personnel la literie ultra confortable
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The property is stunning and our accommodations in the Tree House was a one of a kind experience. Mark and Marlo were super host and their hospitality sets the pace for everyone else on site; everyone was very friendly and make their guests feel welcome. Breakfasts, which are included, were a highlight as were our dinners which were excellent and reasonable, at a fixed price. Of the three boutique hotels we stayed at, Ranch Pacifico was the most expensive, but like the saying goes, you get what you pay for and I’m my opinion, there was an abundance of value at this very special resort. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful all the way around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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What a View!

Had an amazing honeymoon stay at Rancho Pacifico. The property offers an absolutely incredible view overlooking the Pacific and feels very private with hiking trails and even a waterfall which is worth the trek. The service is spectacular (I think guests may have outnumbered the staff when we were there) and helped us plan a few of our activities (gave us an umbrella, chairs, and cooler for a beach day). I would definitely advise renting a 4x4 if you plan on driving to the property since the hill to get there is pretty steep and I'm not sure we would have made it up if we didn't have it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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This was our first trip to Costa Rica and coming from NYC we were looking for some solitude, adventure, and authenticity. Rancho Pacifico was all that and more. They truly exceeded our expectations. Set high up on a mountain in the middle of a rainforest with spectacular views of the jungle and Pacific. I could sit and look for hours, listening to the birds singing. Accommodations were open yet private, comfortable, clean and eco friendly. The gracious owners Marlo & Mark, who were there during our visit, have created a classy, modern yet comfortable and relaxing ambience that allows guests to experience the true beauty of the place. The staff; Salome, Hannah, Andrey, Alex and Vianney, were attentive, helpful and consistently went out of their way to ensure that we were taken care of. Thank you all for a wonderful time. Pura vida
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolutely a fabulous property. We enjoyed everything about our stay and cannot wait to go back. I would recommend this to all, but I really want to keep it a secret.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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This was a first class property all the way. Can't say enough! Staff was attentive, personable and plain friendly. The views are fantastic! You want to have a bucket list experience visit RP! If you aren't satisfied then you are just a complaint searching for a target. We spent 5 nights there and left on 4/8/2019. Pura Vida
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

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Unique Experience

This was our first trip to Costa Rica and we wanted a different type of stay than the usual all inclusive! We found Rancho Pacifico... WOW is all I can say. The drive up is abit scary the first time but once at the top you are greeted by warm welcoming staff or maybe the new owners Mark& Marlo! We stayed in a treehouse of sorts with spectacular views of the whales tale , sunsets and jungle, we ate every breakfast and supper at the hotel because the food was so yummy the menu changes every night and they really watch for any allergies (I have some weird food ones) it was such a relaxing and adventurous stay we will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

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nice hotel but the driveway is really bad

beautiful location high in the forest with gorgeous views. unfortunately, the unpaved driveway is ca. 2 miles long and very! steep. also quite pricey.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Amazing and stunning.

Couldn't say enough about this breathtaking place. The staff went above and beyond. They even located a sloth up in the trees the last day I was there, knowing I desperately wanted to see one. The food was generous, healthy and yummy. I will definitely recommend and be going back.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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BEST TIME EVER AT RANCHO PACIFICO

My boyfriend and I just got back from the most romantic long weekend at RP imaginable. Friends in San Jose have been recommending it for years - and now we know why. The food, ambiance and service are second to none - certainly in CR. The staff is super friendly and accommodating - but professional as well. We already miss the care they gave us. Perhaps what stands out most (beside the view, natural beauty and exquisite design) is the fresh sushi created and served by master sushi chef Hudson. We indulged in it every night - the freshest ever.... Can't wait to g back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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As close to heaven you can imagine

Everything about Rancho Pacifico is unique -- and much of it is one of a kind. It was heaven for us because it is peaceful, beautiful beyond belief and is fully staffed by professionals that make you feel at home. We drank in the views, the solitude -- and a few cocktails (all fresh, creative and fairly priced). We had a private BBQ by a secret waterfall, the best spa treatments ever in the most amazing setting, and met fabulous people (some of which were there for the 3rd or 4th time). Chef Hudson prepared fresh sushi for us in our villa - and it was probably the best we ever had. Manager Alex and Concierge Karla attended to everything. It's important to realize that RP is not a budget hotel - it is one of the most awarded small hotels in the world which is one of the reasons we chose it. As such it is certainly not cheap. But if you can afford it - or it's a special occasion - you will experience the royal treatment - and it is worth every penny.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Beautiful view and quiet

Three rugged miles from beach. Hotel transportation available but pricey. Activities at hotel limited to pool and hiking. Staff are very nice and helpful. Dinner menu could be simpler with fresh fish and veggies. Fruit and salad on request were outstanding.