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Villas Alturas

3.5 star property
Mountain resort in Bahía Ballena with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Perched on the oceanfront, Villas Alturas offers a serene retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast and stunning views from nFusion Bistro. Unwind at the poolside bar, indulge in rejuvenating spa services or lounge by the outdoor pool surrounded by sun-kissed umbrellas.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Kitchen
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
The current price is CNY1,021
CNY1,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13

Room options

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, One Queen Size Bed.

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 93 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Futon

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About the neighborhood

Map
San Martin Norte, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominicalito - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Playa Dominical - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 20 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 24 min drive - 18.1 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 38 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Beyan Restaurant & Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Moromo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Junta - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Scala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Villas Alturas

Situated by the ocean, Villas Alturas is a great choice for a stay in Bahía Ballena. Guests can indulge in massages, body scrubs, or body treatments, and nFusion Bistro serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There's an outdoor pool and a poolside bar, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 7 units
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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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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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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Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 7 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2004
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • Spa services
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Grab bar in shower
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 25-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Sleep well

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Free extra futon
  • Travel crib
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Deck or patio
  • Individually furnished
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils
  • Blender
  • Dining table
  • Paper towels

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Cleaning supplies

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are massage/treatment rooms and couples treatment room(s). Services include body scrubs and body treatments.

Dining

NFusion Bistro - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • 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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Dominical
Villas Alturas Hotel
Villas Alturas Hotel Dominical
Villas Alturas Costa Rica/Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Resort Villas Alturas Ballena
Ballena Villas Alturas Resort
Resort Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Villas Alturas offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Villas Alturas 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 Villas Alturas?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Villas Alturas?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Villas Alturas?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Villas Alturas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Villas Alturas and nearby?

Villas Alturas has an outdoor pool and spa services, as well as a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Villas Alturas?

Yes, nFusion Bistro offers alfresco dining and ocean views.

Does Villas Alturas have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a blender, a coffee maker, and a toaster.

Does Villas Alturas have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a deck or patio.

What's the area around Villas Alturas like?

Villas Alturas is located a short 1-minute walk from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Villas Alturas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • The property's beach location offers a serene and intimate experience with easy access to nearby beaches and restaurants. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views and great service.
Justin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This property is very relaxed and welcoming. The staff are highly attentive and really take care of you while you are on site. The addition of the animal sanctuary makes it a very eco-friendly destination. We stayed for one week during which the surrounding jungle and wildlife were the stars of the show.
Andrew, 7-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and will definitely come again!!!
Noel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The bed was incredible. Best night sleep ever.
Alan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views. Intimate setting.
Anna, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel, excellent food and great staff. We very much enjoyed staying at the hotel and will definitely return. The villas are excellent with a lot of space and great views. My only recommendation would be to add air conditioning in the living room/kitchen.
Marjolein, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place to stay. Very clean and staff was amazing. The views are fenomenal. No filters needed. The Villas are very spacious. We are definitely coming back. Super happy with our stay.
Priscila, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was our second time staying at Villas Alturas and it was just as magical now as it was 7 years ago. You climb a very steep drive to a piece of paradise. The view is to die for.
Susan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What a great fine alturis was! Fun accommodating staff. Cool setting, incredible views. And the red snapper dinner was the best i've ever happened! Hope I get a chance to go back.
chris, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise overlooking the ocean!

We booked this last minute as an alternative to our more rugged lodge in the mountains. It was a perfect antidote! The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, the location overlooking the ocean was breathtaking. The food was probably the best we'd experienced during out 10 day Costa Rican visit! Would definitely return!
Charles E., 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hard to beat

Amazing place, views, pool landscape, beautiful and first class location. Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating (shout out to Casey). Consider that car is necessary ideally 4x4 as all roads in area are dirt and not all are well maintained. Part of the beauty of the area. Restaurant at hotel is lovely with great selection. A home run!
assaf, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value: views, peace and quiet

Beautiful hotel with excellent staff that are efficient with requests and speak great English; grounds are very well tended to by gardeners on site; rooms are very clean and kitchen is well stocked; efficient check in. Incredible views, quiet and secluded with howler monkey sounds at night. An easy 15-20 minutes to Uvita central, parque Ballena. Food is decently priced and very creative compared to most local fare. In the rainy season one would definitely need a 4x4 car to get up the hill, our 4x2 almost didn’t make it in the dry season. Great value- we will be back!
View from one of the villas towards Uvita.
Victoria, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Buena opción cerca de Uvita y Dominical

Muy cómodo, buena ubicación y buen precio.
Tomas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

La vista desde la propiedad es simplemente espectacular. El servicio y la cocina de lo mejor. Absolutamente recomendado! Volveremos !!!
Leonel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was my absolute favorite place my kids and I visited in 12 days in Costa Rica total. The staff and grounds were phenomenal. We want to go back- not just to Costa Rica, but also specifically to this property that just… felt like home to the hearts.
Ashley, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Todo muy bien, pero la subida de 780 metros de terracería muy complicada para un auto normal
JOSE LUIS, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise

Amazing Bird watching!
Ron, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Nunca recibí ni un buenos días.

El.hotel tiene una entrada corta pero pésima. Se requiere vehículo doble tracción. Después de las 10 de la noche solo queda el guarda para atender cualquier problema. Es uno solo. No tiene luz suficiente y tiene gradas muy peligrosas. Es muy empinado. La habitación sencilla. No servía un ventilador, tampoco algunas luces. El TV solo tiene acceso para streaming. Una linda vista. Lo que si no funciona es el servicio del personal.
Oscar, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great experience. The staff was very friendly, and it had the best view of any hotel we’ve ever stayed at. Thank you!
Christopher, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good
Jun, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gracias por la atención. La habitación muy limpia
Magaly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Views

Stay was amazing. The views do NOT get any better than this. It’s not the most modern but it’s better than some 5 star places I’ve stayed. And I travel a lot. Highly recommend and definitely get a 4x4.
Daniel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All rooms would benefit from a mini fridg! Lovely view of Alejuela. Friendly staff
Lorri, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

I stayed at Villas Alturas for 12 nights in December as I was doing some volunteering at the animal sanctuary adjacent to the villas. The property has the most stunning views from the terrace and pool area overlooking the coastline. It is surrounded by lush jungle with all the sights and sounds you would expect. It is quite isolated in its location which is both a blessing and a curse. It is at the top of an 800m gravel single track road on a very steep gradient. If you want to leave the hotel grounds you definitely need to hire a car. The villas themselves were very clean but are very dated. They are still very 1980s in the decor and could def do with a refresh on the interiors. Great space tho. Shower was large and worked well. Small kitchen with fridge, oven and microwave. A few bits a bit rough around the edges but overall perfectly ok. Fantastic views from the villa terrace too. My main gripe was that the pool area was very small (8 metre kidney shaped pool apx) and as such couldn’t handle many people to be there. As a guest I would have expected the pool and terrace to be for guests only, however the reception area was a meeting point for the Alturas sanctuary tours so at times there was a procession of day trippers wandering around the pool area. I was there when people who only came for lunch were allowed to use the pool too. So at times that area became very busy with non paying guests. They definitely need to create an area of separation for guests & day trippers.
Mark, 12-night trip

8/10 Very good

Gorgeous Views

Absolutely beautiful views. I was there in the low season, so the restaurant was only open for breakfast. It was good food, small portions. Inside the cabina has a full kitchen, living room, and bedroom, with a good sized bathroom as well. It is super spacious and has an amazing balcony/patio with a hammock, rocking chairs, and table/chairs. it is a super steep rocky hill to drive up, somewhat challenging at night.
Emily, 2-night trip