Hotel El Tecal

2.5 star property
Bahía Ballena beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Apartment | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Aerial view
Beach
BBQ/picnic area
Hotel El Tecal, by the ocean, offers a tranquil retreat with breakfast, a lush garden to unwind in and laundry facilities for your convenience. Connect to WiFi or take advantage of an outdoor pool. Previous guests rave about their stay.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 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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Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

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

Standard Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

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

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

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

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

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

Family Room

Highlights

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

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

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

Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Family Room

Highlights

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

Family Apartment

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Catarata uvita - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Punta Uvita - 13 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 15 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Tecal

Situated by the ocean, Hotel El Tecal is a great choice for a stay in Bahía Ballena. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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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
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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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
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Children

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

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Barbecue grills

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

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.
There is no hot water on site.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

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?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

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.

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