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Hotel El Tecal

2.5 star property
Ballena beach hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool
Deluxe Apartment | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
BBQ/picnic area
Aerial view
Deluxe Studio Suite | Terrace/patio
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
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 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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Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Shared Dormitory, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
2 bathrooms
Cable channels
  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Deluxe Apartment | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Apartment

Highlights

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

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Family Room, 3 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Superior Triple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Studio Suite | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Triple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment

Highlights

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

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Standard Quadruple Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Quadruple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

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

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Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
300 metros del parque Marino Ballena, Sector Chaman, 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

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Tecal

Situated by the ocean, Hotel El Tecal is a great choice for a stay in 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors

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

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

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

Children

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

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

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

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Built in 2011
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
ROOM

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)
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Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pets

  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 10 per pet, per stay

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
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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?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 10 per pet, per stay.

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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Hotel El Tecal Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Breakfast
Beach
Restaurant
Bed

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. People were nice!
Karla, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, easy access, clean. Well worth the money
Mario, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

There was good parking
Gerardo Fallas, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great pkave!

Great place, nice pools and breakfast was wonderful. Started early enough for us to eat before heading out on our adventures. We will be back.
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

More than we expected

Amazing big and clean room with a balcony. Did not expect it would be that huge and nice.
Garrett Neil, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

2nd night good place to stay.
SHAWN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay. Very quiet.
Jocelyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, beautiful room with all we needed. Full breakfast and friendly staff. Would definitely stay here again.
Chantelle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Just book it.

Loved this place so much we booked to stay longer. Fantastic location just 5 mins walk from the national park beach which is stunning. The grounds of the hotel are lovely with two pools to cool down in after a hot day in the beach. Staff are exceptionally helpful snd kind. There is a restaurant attached to the hotel and a Mexican restaurant just along the road. We had the superior double room with a large kitchen and terrace so nice that we went to Maxi Palí supermarket at the end of the road and bought food to cook in the lovely kitchen. Now sitting in a hotel further up the coast and wishing we hadn’t left paradise
Joan, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Had a few noisy neighbors our first night, they have a pool looked nice did not use, 2 minute drive to whale tail beach entrance. Breakfast was excellent.
SHAWN, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is right next to the beach, walking distance and great location. Across the street is a great restaurant! The staff is so friendly. Breakfast there starts at 6:30am and is made to order. The beds are comfortable and you have a fridge and freezer and can control your own AC temperature. They give you two towels each which is very nice. They have a pool and showers. There is a cute orange and white hotel cat. I wish they had a lamp and towel hangers in the room.
Pamela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

For such an economical price i did not expect a nice breakfast included. Or a pool. Or a kitchen in our units. The staff are very courteous and keep the facilities clean. This place is definitely a good bargain.
sarah, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

There's not enough space in the rooms. Kind of uncomfortable
Anthony, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Swimming pools are above ground and highly chlorinated, no where to sit and socialize around pool(s) area. There was no Internet nor cable television which is not the hotel's fault BUT they should have offered a discount or have a solution ready.
Cristian, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Construction noise woke up at 5.30 am every day .

Extremly dissapointed . Hotel was good but i was woken every morning between 5.30 and 6am with very loud construction noise . On the last day they also started a reno on the room next door . They droped something on my door at 5.30 am then stated moving stuff in and out and banging on the pipes. Im on vacation i dont want to be up before 6 am . Tried to explain to staff and ask for the manager they said he wasnt in . I paid good money yet got little sleep . Id like a refund .
Eileen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Franz, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Caroline, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excelente ubicación.
Laura, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Billy, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Le service pour l’hôtel est ok. Très peu de contact avec eux et on nous évitait quasiment. Aucune étoile à donner pour un wow pour le service à la clientèle sur place. Le service au restaurant pour les déjeuners était plus convivial et rapide. La dame était souriante et très sympathique. La chambre qui était avec une cuisine avait deux portes barrées au fond d’un corridor pour probablement des gens qui habitent l’hôtel. Je ne me sentais pas totalement en chambre privée à cause de cela. De plus on les entendait suffisamment pour comprendre ce qu’ils disaient et des enfants criaient. Un autre point un peu négatif était la qualité du lit et matelas qui était médiocre alors que tout le reste de la chambre était vraiment très beau et fonctionnel. C’était comme s’ils avaient mis de la qualité partout sauf dans le lit et les oreillers ultra minces un peu comme sur utilisées. Nous étions deux et avions qu’une minie oreiller chaque. Les bons points étaient le stationnement à même l’hôtel et fermé par des barrières la nuit, deux belles piscines propres et l’aire climatisée permettant une belle fraîcheur dans la chambre.
Stephanie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quality rooms and the restaurant has good food. Outside of the main town, walkable to beach.
Andrew, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

joel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jose Luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Shana, 3-night trip