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Villas Alturas

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

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Beach/ocean view
Beach/ocean view
Terrace/patio
Microwave
VIP Access

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Spa
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

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)

  • Kitchen
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate dining area
  • Living room
  • Television
The price is P11,036
P12,470 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 20 - Dec 21

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25-inch TV with cable channels

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Highlights

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

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
San Martin Norte, Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 1 min walk
  • Playa Dominicalito - 5 min drive
  • Hacienda Baru - 7 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 8 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬9 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 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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
LOCAL_PARKING

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

  • 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

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 and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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.

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

Reviews

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
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10/10 Exceptional

Hazel, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing ocean views!!! Food is excellent as well as service provided. Room is so comfortable and clean. Temperature around the area is excellent (because of location above see level -- around 100mts).
Anthony, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The restaurant menu was very simple and just average in quality. The villa I got had no view of the ocean and when I asked for another one, they claimed there were no more and it was not true. There were several empty ones!!!!
Gustavo, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was fantastic and the views are stunning. Super nice pool with fantastic service! Highly suggest a 4X4 if conditions are wet. The staff was absolutely wonderful when we checked in!
Jeron, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing view and great service. We booked a future stay.
Maria, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The bed was incredible. Best night sleep ever.
Alan, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views and great service.
Justin, 2-night family trip
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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
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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 family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Gorgeous views, great privacy. Room a little beaten down, but clean.
Brett, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and will definitely come again!!!
Noel, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I had a blast. It feels intimate and not too crowded. It feels serene yet close to many beaches and restaurants. The staff were wonderful. Would definitely be back here!!
Nancy, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nos encanto el lugar y el staff. Las habitaciones son enormes. Excelente vista. Volveremos nuevamente.
Fabio, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views. Intimate setting.
Anna, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Donald, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ann, 2-night trip
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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
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10/10 Exceptional

JOSE, 2-night trip
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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 family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I can not say enough great things about our stay here. It was absolutely amazing. Our room was huge with a nice kitchen, bedroom had a comfortable mattress, the living room had a futon and the balcony view of the ocean was incredible. In the dinning area and pool area we saw and heard all sorts of wildlife. Monkeys were just down the driveway. Finally and most importantlye, the staff were all very accomodating and kind. Id love to be pen pals with the front desk girls (find me on facebook- sidney latch). You ladies really made our experience at this hotel special and we are so grateful to have stayed here for our honeymoon. Thank you for everything!
Verified Expedia guest review

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 family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful mountain view of the ocean from private villa & the restaurant. Staff is friendly & helpful, food is delicious/gourmet & bonus! Location is right next door the the wildlife sanctuary (highly recommended, very informative & interesting).
Angela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What a great place, we loved it! It is small, just seven one- and two-bedroom villas, so it feels very much like a private retreat. We stayed in #3 which had an amazing view of the ocean. The food (we had one dinner and two breakfasts) was the best we had on this trip to Costa Rica. Can highly recommend the mani-mahi, and also the fresh pasta with shrimp and aurora sauce -- a tangy tomato sauce. Don't miss the wildlife sanctuary just up the road. It's not part of the hotel, but the walking tour leaves from the lobby. One thing to note -- the air-conditioning unit is in the bedroom. It worked very well but there is not a unit in the living room/kitchen. We left the bedroom door open and it dried and cooled the living room but was still a bit warm.
James, 2-night romance trip
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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 family trip
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