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Elan at Ballena Beach

4.0 star property

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Beach towels
42-inch LED TV with cable channels, TV
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
2 Bedroom Residence Rainforest View | Terrace/patio
Garden

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Apart-hotel

2 bedroomsSleeps 4165 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Uvita, Osa penisula, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Playa Ballena
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Ventanas Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪158 min drive‬

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About the area

Ballena

Located in Ballena, Elan at Ballena Beach is in a national park, a 5-minute drive from Ventanas Beach and 7 minutes from Uvita Beach. .This beach aparthotel is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Tortuga Beach and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Ballena - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Uvita Beach - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Tortuga Beach - 11 min drive - 7.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Kinsu - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Que Tuanis Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mirador Don Roger - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Elan at Ballena Beach

Beach location and outdoor pool
Elan at Ballena Beach offers 18 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include kitchen islands. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Ballena aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 42-inch LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 18 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Rooms have private furnished balconies. 42-inch LED televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include microwaves and washers/dryers, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Featured amenities include express check-in, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle for a surcharge, and free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • Children's pool

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • Art gallery

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Furnished balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In a rural location
  • In an entertainment district
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Mosquito nets
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 18 units
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per stay

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 350.0 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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 is professionally cleaned

We should mention

Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Elan Ballena Beach Apartment
Elan Ballena Beach
Elan At Ballena Beach Costa Rica/Uvita
Elan at Ballena Beach Ballena
Elan at Ballena Beach Aparthotel
Elan at Ballena Beach Aparthotel Ballena

Elan at Ballena Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheng-Han

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay and Camila the property manager is amazing

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Amazing pool/ beach experience . Quite and safe. Close to many good options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has a wide and expansive beach. There is a cave or two at one end and along the coast the plant and animal life is amazing. There are three pools and a jacuzzi and they are immaculate. The property has a fully stocked kitchen and the two bedroom condo was spacious. The Manager was awesome and could research and book things to do. She was very attentive to our needs during our stay. We arrived and they had enough food stocked to have a meal or two. I’d stay there again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was stunning, gorgeous pool area and walk through national park to the beach. Kitchen with everything you would need and 10 minute drive to restaurants and shops. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ng Tsz Ying Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wish I could stay longer

Nice luxurious apartment, recommend for travellers with a group of 4 or more who wants to a place near the beach (3 mins walk and great sunset from the beach), very good quality utilities, and fully equipped (washing and drying machines, oven, etc)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

High end national park oasis.

These are very new and high end units for the area. The biggest perk is the private access to a stretch of gorgeous beach that is technically national park land. Park passes come with the booking as a complimentary perk. Kitchen, laundry, and all the comforts of home. Gated community and super safe. Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Can’t Wait to go back!

I absolutely loved Elan at Ballena Beach and have already recommended it to a few friends. There weren’t a lot of reviews online so I was worried before we arrived. I couldn’t believe how nice it was! We stayed in a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom condo. There are 3 pools, a hot tub and short walk on a boardwalk to the beach. The beach has a lifeguard and they have a ton of beach things- boogie boards, Sup, kayaks for guests to use. Our 5 year old loved playing in the pool (which has a shower and gril) and the water was safe for him to play in at the beach in July. Our condo was spotless and was so comfortable. It is outside of Uvita and Dominical so I would recommend this for people looking to relax, not a party place. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uvita

Great new facility, perfect beach location. Very comfortable. Will be back for a longer duration.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Expedia Relocation

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Todo excelente

Sala
Playa Ballena
Atardecer
Atardecer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente lugar.

Un lugar excelente, pero no es hotel, es como un condominio, no hay restaurante en el complejo, pero en la zona hay muchos restaurantes , eso si el lugar está completamente equipado, no falta nada.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un lugar espectacular con unas instalaciones bellísimas y una atención inmejorable, cuidan cada detalle y están muy pendientes que los huéspedes la pasen súper bien... 1000 x 1000 recomendado!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Increible lugar.. Un 10