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Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 star property
Adults-only Ballena apartment with kitchenette and balcony

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Exterior
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
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Escape to Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa near Uvita Beach, where a fusion of relaxation and adventure awaits. Indulge in a full breakfast, unwind with aromatherapy at the spa, or take in ocean views from Las Velas Restaurant. With high-speed WiFi and an outdoor pool surrounded by sun loungers, you'll find serenity amidst nature.
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Apart-hotel

1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Kitchenette
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • 9 smoke-free apartments
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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Reception

Standard Ocean View Villa

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Pillowtop bed
Egyptian cotton linens
Private bathroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
12km South of Dominical, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Playa Dominical - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 17 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 18 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 26 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 62 miles/99.8 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

When visiting Ballena, this aparthotel is a great choice to consider. You can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Fusion cuisine is served at Las Velas Restaurant, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge are other features.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Property size

    • 9 apartments

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 16
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Free offsite parking nearby

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to adults only
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Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Full-service spa
  • Massages
  • Spa services
  • 1 treatment room
  • Facials
  • Body scrubs
  • Hot stone massages
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Sports massage
  • Body treatments
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Swedish massages
  • Aromatherapy
  • Reflexology

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Restaurants on site

  • Las Velas Restaurant

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM–11 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Couples dining
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow top mattress

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Partially open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/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 near toilet
  • No elevators
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Soundproofing
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • In-room massages
  • Champagne service

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 9 rooms
  • Built in 2012
  • Access via exterior corridors
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Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

Dining

Las Velas Restaurant - This poolside restaurant specializes in Fusion cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 180000 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip.
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property is professionally cleaned.

Also known as

Tiki Villas Rainforest Dominical
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge Dominical
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Tiki Rainforest & Spa Ballena
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Frequently asked questions

Does Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa 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 this aparthotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at this aparthotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at this aparthotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

Is airport shuttle service offered by this aparthotel?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 180000 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at this aparthotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa also has spa services and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near this aparthotel?

Yes, Las Velas Restaurant offers alfresco dining, Fusion cuisine, and garden views.

Does Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa have a kitchen or kitchenette?

Yes, there is a kitchenette which also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and cookware.

Does Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, each apartment features a balcony.

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Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Room
View
Food
Ocean
Restaurant
Breakfast
Bed
Location
Bathroom

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Staff very friendly and helpful, peaceful setting, wonderful views from room, dining area and the pool, which was great! Place in ceiling where there has been a leak needs to be addressed due to what appears to be mold, but overall this was a wonderful restorative stay and we hope to return!
Elaine, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place & staff!
Sophie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place. Great breakfast and view. Room are well maintained
Gerardo, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful location, lovely pool, helpful friendly staff!
8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely gem with amazing views of the ocean in a rainforest setting. Staff is amazing and restaurant is outstanding. So peaceful - truly a slice of heaven on earth.
Charlotte, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place has an outstanding view from the infinity pool, exceptional personal service from all the staff and is in a great location for exploring Uvita, Ballena and Dominical. The rooms were a little tired but perfectly functional and having a walk in wardrobe, huge shower & kitchenette made our stay more comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Gemma, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful. The service was excellent and the ceviche delicious. However the steps to go to rooms are steep.
Daphne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Upon booking, prior to arrival, and during our stay the staff was attentive and helpful, including recommending a 4WD rental. They booked several activities for us and shared recommendations for restaurants and additional sites. Service was excellent in the dining room, and the popen air massage was amazing.
Tracy Baroni, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was great, Diego and Gerald were very helpful recomending and reserving activities, and would also have a packed lunch for us. Definately coming back. Thanks again guys!
Jose, 5-night trip

2/10 Poor

This hotel is overpriced for the place, not much things to do in the hotel, and staff is not friendly. For this price there are a lot better options in Costa Rica

8/10 Very good

Nice small hotel with excellent service. The views of the ocean from our balcony were beautiful and the setting was very peaceful. The room was very clean. The only draw back was that the room had a bad odor - maybe an issue with the drains or septic system. The air conditioner helped to mask it a little, but it persisted throughout the 2 night stay. Hopefully it was just our room and it can be fixed.
Jessica, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

This is not a top ranked hotel. In fact it was one of the worst we ever stayed at On the positive side the grounds and the lobby are beautiful. We were so excited when we arrived. However that was before we saw the room and interacted with the staff. The bathroom literally had black mold in the walk and peeling paint on the ceiling. There was also mold on the curtains in the bedroom. There was no room near the sink to put personal items and the shelves that were supposed to to be on the wall were missing. In addition there was a plastic glade air freshener in the closet. The chairs around the pools were missing cushions. One cushion that did exist had a giant hole in the cover As far as service, We were shown to our room and told the comforter that went on the bed wasn't ready yet and was still in the wash. The gentleman who showed us to the room also mentioned we were missing coffee. He left the room. Several hours went by and still no comforter or coffee. When we went to dinner at the hotel, we asked about the comforter and were handed it to bring back as we left the lobby. The poor service continued throughout the stay. Housekeeping never showed up, promises to bring towels to the room were never kept, we were told dinner reservations would be made but would not etc Unless u care only about the setting, stay anywhere else
lisa, 3-night trip

2/10 Poor

Deceiving!

I am sure 10 years ago the hotel was great. It’s just run down since it’s 2012 travel awards they received. Staff was nice but room was out dated and affected by the years of humidity. Firstly it was a challenge to locate the property. Zero signage indicating its location distance/direction to villas. Locks on doors were not functional for the patio and outdoor shower. The bed was probably the hardest mattress I have ever slept on. Sink water unsafe for consumption (teeth brushing, face washing, etc.) Property at night is not well lit, especially in the parking lot that is a distance from the hotel reception. Overall just needs to be maintained and cleaned up.
David, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

PROS 1) Geral works in the bar/restaurant, and is a great asset to this place. 2) The view CONS 1) awful hard beds, gave us neck/back aches 2) massage terrible, boyfriend felt the gentle caress, short gasping breath, trembling hands, and sweat falling on him from masseuse victor. 3) Diego at front desk does not care. Not into customer service. 4) awful food. Ceviche with bones in it that one could choke on. Thai curry inedible. Dessert with nuts that people aren't made aware of, beware if have allergies, as Diego won't tell you about it. 5) water pressure is a trickle in sink and shower, room 3. 6) did not get the Expedia VIP benefits of $23 food discount
Pritika, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Dusche nur ein Rinnsal. Die Beschallung im Restaurant war sehr laut. Die Wege vom Chalet zum Restaurant sollten etwas beleuchtet werden. Die Lage sehr schön
Martin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel con privacidad

Bonitas vistas, muy buena atención y muy tranquilo el ambiente en el hotel.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location and food was excellent

Wow what a beautiful location. Staff were friendly and helpful but were very busy! This is a lovely place, food was excellent and room comfortable. Just a few minor things that could be improved - dripping tap, modernisation of bathroom but overall recommended for a quiet stay in a wonderful location with great food.
Megan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Todos son super amables super recomendado!!
Emmanuel, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Huge Disapointment

Huge disapointment with this hotel. Photos don't reflect the reality : hotel with a strong lack of care and maintenance. Rooms are very old especially the bathroom (photos attached). We also had dirty bed sheet with holes. The swimming pool was dirty / water was flashy green and opaque. This is part of the high prices and were unable to enjoy it. (They justified it as filter issue, and not the first time that happened). + bleach stained beach towel. Breakfast was limited in quality and service extremely long (1H to get a yoghurt with granola - having only to serve 3 tables). Be careful with this hotel as high end prices are not justifiable.(Except for the views and balcon in the room). We were supposed to get a voucher of $23 as VIP access (from Hotels.com) but staff was not aware, then we didn't have the opportunity to use it...
Inaki, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

excelente lugar nos encanto y trato del personal

Jesus, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

joseph, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

CARLOS, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Nous sommes assez déçus de cet hôtel qui n’est pas à la hauteur du prix des chambres. Nous avons globalement passé un bon séjour malgré des chambres vieillissantes, la literie est assez dure et un brin de ménage supplémentaire aurait été le bienvenue pour éliminer les toiles d’araignées… De plus personne n’est venu faire la chambre pendant notre absence. La wifi est catastrophique et bug beaucoup… Le restaurant a une carte très limitée avec des prix trop élevés pour la qualité. Le jardin, la piscine et la vue sur l’océan est très tout de même très belle. Le personnel est sympathique et fait ce qu’il peut avec ce qu’il a. Cet hôtel doit certainement être mieux géré en pleine saison.
Marlène, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Stay at Tiki

We loved our stay at Tiki and enjoyed the solitude and peaceful surroundings. The staff was so pleasant and helpful. The room was comfortable and clean. The manager was so helpful and enjoyable to speak with. Our only comment would be regarding the breakfast. Sometimes the food did not come out hot and seemed to have been prepared earlier. It was not necessarily fresh tasting. We enjoyed our stay and will certainly return.
Charles, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Haile, 4-night trip