Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa - Uvita

4-star Mediterranean-style boutique hotel in Uvita with exclusive rainforest hiking trail and whale-watching access at Ballena Marine National Park

Rainforest Trails and Ocean-View Pool

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa Uvita has a private rainforest hiking trail for guided wildlife observation. The large outdoor swimming pool offers views of the Pacific Ocean and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens. Additional facilities include a games room with billiards and darts, and a yoga and meditation pavilion.

Mediterranean-Style Suites with Ocean Views

Each spacious air-conditioned suite at Cristal Ballena has a four-poster bed, satellite TV, and a private balcony with ocean views. The bathrooms come with toiletries and a hairdryer. Rooms are spread across the property, with some featuring large balconies or outdoor terraces.

Poolside Dining and Gourmet Cuisine

Hotel Cristal Ballena's Pura Vida bar-restaurant serves Costa Rican and international dishes with panoramic ocean views from the poolside. A varied buffet breakfast includes home-baked bread and fresh fruit. The restaurant also offers a kids' menu and special diet menus upon request.

Spa, Wellness and Adventure Activities

The on-site spa provides a range of treatments including massage, facial treatments, manicure, and pedicure, along with a spa lounge and relaxation area. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa arranges whale-watching trips, snorkeling, diving, and horseback riding in the nearby Ballena Marine National Park. Guests can also join bike tours, walking tours, and fishing excursions.

Location and Family-Friendly Amenities

The hotel is a 15-minute walk from Ballena Marine National Park and a short drive from Uvita Beach. Cristal Ballena offers family rooms, a kids' meal menu, and a shuttle to nearby beaches. Additional services include a tour desk and currency exchange for guest convenience.

• Location: 15-minute walk from Ballena Marine National Park, 40 km from Aeropuerto de Palmar Sur
• Rooms: Mediterranean-style suites with four-poster beds and ocean-view balconies
• Dining: Poolside Pura Vida bar-restaurant with Costa Rican and international dishes
• Wellness: On-site spa with massage, facials, and a spa lounge
• Activities: Private rainforest hiking trail, whale-watching, snorkeling, horseback riding
• Family: Family rooms, kids' meal menu, and kid-friendly buffet
• Services: Shuttle service, tour desk, currency exchange, and free parking