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Hotel El Tecal

2.5 star property
Ballena beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Apartment
Beach nearby
Aerial view
Standard Double Room | Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Banquet hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Barbecue grill(s)

Room options

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Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Oven
Cable channels
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
2 bathrooms
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
2 bathrooms
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Queen Beds OR 1 Large Twin Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Triple Room

Superior Triple Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Studio Suite

Deluxe Studio Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 1160 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
4 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 16
  • 6 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Quadruple Room

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
3 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Cable channels
  • 75 sq m
  • Sleeps 12
  • 4 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Microwave
Rice cooker
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
300 metros del parque Marino Ballena, Sector Chaman, Ballena, Puntarenas, 00011

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 7 min walk
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 13 min walk
  • Arco Beach - 4 min drive
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Drake Bay (DRK) - 30.6 miles/49.2 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Tecal

Situated by the ocean, Hotel El Tecal is a great choice for a stay in Ballena. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 6:00 AM and 8:30 AM.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 12 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • For more details, please contact the property 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

  • Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:00 AM–8:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Built in 2011
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per stay

Policies

There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Camping y Cabinas El Tecal Hotel Uvita
Camping y Cabinas El Tecal Hotel
Camping y Cabinas El Tecal Uvita
Camping y Cabinas El Tecal
Hotel El Tecal Hotel
Hotel El Tecal Ballena
Camping y Cabinas El Tecal
Hotel El Tecal Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel El Tecal offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel El Tecal 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 El Tecal?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel El Tecal?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per stay.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Tecal?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel El Tecal?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Tecal?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in is available.
What is there to do at Hotel El Tecal and nearby?
Hotel El Tecal has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Hotel El Tecal like?
Hotel El Tecal is a short 7-minute walk from Uvita Beach and 13 minutes' walk from Marino Ballena National Park.

Hotel El Tecal Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Quality rooms and the restaurant has good food. Outside of the main town, walkable to beach.
Andrew, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

2nd night good place to stay.
SHAWN, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Had a few noisy neighbors our first night, they have a pool looked nice did not use, 2 minute drive to whale tail beach entrance. Breakfast was excellent.
SHAWN, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

joel, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

6/10 Good

There's not enough space in the rooms. Kind of uncomfortable
Anthony, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shana, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Oleksandr, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love free breakfast
Agata, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is right next to the beach, walking distance and great location. Across the street is a great restaurant! The staff is so friendly. Breakfast there starts at 6:30am and is made to order. The beds are comfortable and you have a fridge and freezer and can control your own AC temperature. They give you two towels each which is very nice. They have a pool and showers. There is a cute orange and white hotel cat. I wish they had a lamp and towel hangers in the room.
Pamela, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Grettel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Karol, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

Swimming pools are above ground and highly chlorinated, no where to sit and socialize around pool(s) area. There was no Internet nor cable television which is not the hotel's fault BUT they should have offered a discount or have a solution ready.
Cristian, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

For such an economical price i did not expect a nice breakfast included. Or a pool. Or a kitchen in our units. The staff are very courteous and keep the facilities clean. This place is definitely a good bargain.
sarah, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, beautiful room with all we needed. Full breakfast and friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Chantelle, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Construction noise woke up at 5.30 am every day .
Extremly dissapointed . Hotel was good but i was woken every morning between 5.30 and 6am with very loud construction noise . On the last day they also started a reno on the room next door . They droped something on my door at 5.30 am then stated moving stuff in and out and banging on the pipes. Im on vacation i dont want to be up before 6 am . Tried to explain to staff and ask for the manager they said he wasnt in . I paid good money yet got little sleep . Id like a refund .
Eileen, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Decent hotel
The hotel seemed new and was very clean but a little impersonal but well located. There are other hotels closer to the beach though for the same price
1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The rooms were spotless clean, you could eat off the floors.
5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful setting, close to beach. Clean and plenty of hot water for showers. Small and limited amenities. WiFi Ok, but spotty
Rick, 2-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I stayed at this hotel at the end of January. Overall I was very pleased with the hotel. The reception staff didn’t speak much English but were doing their best to be helpful. My room was clean and cozy. The hotel is located within walking distance from the Uvita beach. There are a few restaurants close to it. I would definitely come back again.
Alexander, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice but our room was visible to the neighbors.
We stayed in the Deluxe Apartment and overall it was very good. The bathroom was amazing, the beds were comfortable, everything was clean, the staff was nice, and it was quiet. However, we were pretty uncomfortable the next morning to find that the closet that was locked off to us was open to the adjacent apartment, and they could easily look right through the spaces beside the sliding closet doors into our room. If they fix that, I’d gladly stay there again but otherwise we would not be interested in going back.
Entrance
Parking
Deluxe apartment balcony on the left
Hotel hallway
John, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Estuvimos en la suite y fue excelente. El trato del personal muy amable y muy servicial.
1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

The location is perfect! Unfortunately, the gates close at 10:00 pm and apparently you won't be able to get to your room if you miss your curfew. Our room had no windows and the shower was either too cold or too hot from one second to the next. Worst part was that we could clearly hear our neighbor in the next room via the connecting door and we could even see him through the cracks. But, the price was right and again, the location is amazing!
TwoHappyMonkeys, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place!
Great place, nice rooms, very clean, great location!
Leyna, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The view of the green forest and the sea is amazing.
Luis, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente todo, estaremos allí en otras oportunidades.
2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review