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Hotel Tucan

2.0 star property
Ballena guesthouse with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Family Room
BBQ/picnic area
Triple Room | Bathroom
Triple Room | Room amenity

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
Feel at home
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The price is CA $169
CA $191 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - 1 Jan 2025

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Family Room (Large)

Family Room (Large)

Highlights

Patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Children's books
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room, Accessible

Double Room, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shower, towels

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Children's books
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Children's books
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
Children's books
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Children's books
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Renovated in 2021
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
Children's books
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
The price is CA $110
CA $125 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - 3 Jan 2025
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About the area

Map
100 Mtrs Este del Banco de Costa Rica, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 16 min walk
  • Secret Lau Pool - 16 min walk
  • Playa Hermosa - 6 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 6 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Hotel Tucan

Situated by the ocean, Hotel Tucan is a great choice for a stay in Ballena. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Tucan Bar & Resto, which serves local and international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets stay free (dogs only, 1 total)
  • Service animals welcome
  • Pets must be supervised

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking limited

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Children's games
  • Children's books

What to do

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Communal living room
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Lockers available
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Dining

Tucan Bar & Resto - This restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Also known as

Hotel Tucan Uvita, Puntarenas
Hotel Tucan
Tucan Uvita, Puntarenas
Hotel Tucan Uvita
Tucan Uvita
Hotel Tucan Hostel Uvita
Hotel Tucan Hostel Ballena
Tucan Ballena
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hotel Tucan - Hostel Ballena
Ballena Hotel Tucan - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hotel Tucan - Hostel Ballena
Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Hotel Tucan - Hostel
Hotel Tucan
Hotel Tucan Hostel
Tucan
Hotel Tucan Hostel
Hotel Tucan Ballena
Hotel Tucan Guesthouse
Hotel Tucan Guesthouse Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Tucan offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Tucan does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Tucan?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Tucan?
Yes, dogs stay free, with a limit of 1 total.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Tucan?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Tucan?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel Tucan and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the guesthouse's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Hotel Tucan also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Tucan?
Yes, Tucan Bar & Resto offers local and international cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Tucan like?
Hotel Tucan is a short 16-minute walk from Catarata uvita and 16 minutes' walk from Secret Lau Pool.

Hotel Tucan Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was attentive and very willing to help you…Steven was very nice and gave us a welcome tour of the property and amenities…the only draw back and it was very small..no outlet in the bathroom…other than that the price was more than reasonable for the stay..🙂
Dinia, 1-night trip with friends
Verified CheapTickets guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff are friendly
Amparo, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a very unique property for us. It's part hostel part hotel. Our room was small but was fine. The staff was super nice and gave a tour of the property. We enjoyed the bar and the pool and we were within walking distance of a fabulous dining spot.
Karen, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The people is very nice and the place is really clean
Lucy, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent service. Very helpful staff. The owner Piere gave us some excellent personalized tour advice, those were super helpful.
Mohib, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cyril, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was my first time being in a hostel and i am happy it was at this location. Pierre and his staff were amazing. They made sure everyone was taken care of. The dormatories from what inwas told are a lot better here then your average hostel. Pierre is more than willing to help you with your itinerary and where to eat. My stay in Uvita was a lot better because Tucan.
Jose, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Jennifer, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Gertruf, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The young woman at the front desk from Argentina was very very helpful . Spoke good English and was amazing
Ellen, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very outgoing. The staff treated us nicely and patiently. Excellent location!
4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Tican
Incredible staff running the hotel! Only down side is many dogs at the hotel that also poo wherever they like so if you don’t like dogs it wouldn’t be nice. Overall incredible place though and we really enjoyed it!
6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had such a warm welcome at this hostel. It's a laid back place, where you can have some space and chill-out time, but also you can get some great tips from others also staying. We ate in one night and had a really great meal. The owners had just come back after a couple of years away and were beginning to make changes/update rooms. There is a great bakery opposite (try the cinnamon rolls) and the supermarket is a couple of minutes away. The kitchen facilities are ample and lots of fridge space. There are also lots of great restaurants nearby.
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service, location and food
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Cute and quaint. A bit primitive but well run. The staff was amazing and accommodating.
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended
Nice place, nice room, friendly staff, great cocktails, usefully kitchen. The Tucan hotel is the kind of place you feel well, that you don't want to leave. We can't tell all what we like about this place, well organised, shadowed parking... near to facilities and still a quiet place to sleep.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place.
Thank to Alex, Maria and Miguel. As a team and individuel you made our stay a Fun Mémorial Vacation. My sons AJ and Karl love this place. Very convenient and affordable. Like very much the fact we can cook our meal in the commun kitchen. Plenty Space to relax and meet other travelers.
SB, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Stayed in a double room with private bathroom but was disappointed to be in a stuffy room with no air flowing and very little space. All the rooms are very dark with no natural light. Breakfast not tasty but there is a baker not far from the hotel as an alternative. Recommendations for things to do in the area were not helpful and we had to insist to be booked on a certain tour.
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

So great!
Great people and awesome smoothies
Allen, 1-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Sleeping in the jungle
Overall our experience was positive, the people working here are great and we enjoyed our breakfast and drinks from the bar. The location is a bit far from the beach but very convenient for the bus. We stayed in one of the outdoor rooms and I doubt we would be will to do it again. The bed was not very comfortable and I worried about bugs. Plus it rained through the entire night. It was a unique experience. We were also the only customers so the atmosphere was missing. Looks like it would be a fun place with more people.
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kid Friendly and Great Staff!
This place was great for our family of four. The staff was so friendly and helpful, the community kitchen was well equipped, it was cozy to hang out on rainy days And the food was great!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hosts, very helpful. Well located
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Great outdoor hostel and restaurant
We stayed only a few nights while we went to the beach, toured Corcovado, and went whale watching. Eventhough we weren't at the hostel the majority of our time, we still were pleased with our stay. Our room had an AC and sink. There is a shared kitchen where we cooked food and stored groceries in the fridge. There are a few shared bathrooms so it wasn't difficult to find an open shower each night. The restaurant had a lot of affordable options for breakfast and dinner. Breakfast was under 3,000 colones while most dinner was less than 6,000.
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved our time at the Tucan and even saw one there
Fun,relaxing, friendly place. Pleasant outdoor space for some great nature watching. Nice indoor areas for socialising. Good location near bus stop, shops,restaurants etc.Shortish walk to waterfalls. Useful free shuttle to beach. Good food in restaurant and also decent shared kitchen. Amazing,helpful friendly staff.
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8/10 Very good

Very colorful place!
We stayed six nights. Wednesday and Saturday were a little loud with the live band. Everything shuts down at 10 p.m. though. Nice to walk to the waterfall, bamboo forest, and local restaurants. Very close to a supermarket and having the communal kitchen was great.
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