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Tropical Beach

3.0 star property
Family beach fun and outdoor pool

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Aerial view
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Aerial view
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

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Bahia Ballena, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Punta Uvita
    ‪37 min walk‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)

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Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Townhome, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View

  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Classic Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Classic Double Room

  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Uvita

Tropical Beach is a short stroll from Playa Colonia and Uvita Beach. This 12-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Arco Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Catarata uvita - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 17 min drive - 4.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Tropical Beach

Family beach fun and outdoor pool
Guests of Tropical Beach have access to an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 130.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a terrace and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and free toiletries. Balconies or patios, espresso makers, and ceiling fans are also available. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

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

Languages

English, Polish, Slovak, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: USD 9 to 11 for adults and USD 9 to 11 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • jaffa

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 9 to 11 for adults, and USD 9 to 11 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 130.00 per vehicle (one-way)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Tropical Beach Apartment Ballena
Tropical Beach Ballena
Tropical Beach Hotel
Tropical Beach Ballena
Tropical Beach Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Tropical Beach?

Tropical Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Beach?

As of Apr 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Beach on May 7, 2025 start from $46.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Tropical Beach?

This hotel is located in Ballena, a short 12-minute walk from Uvita Beach and also 16 minutes on foot from Marino Ballena National Park. You'll also find Catarata uvita and Playa Hermosa within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Tropical Beach?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Tropical Beach include a casino?

No, Tropical Beach doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Tropical Beach?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Tropical Beach?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Does Tropical Beach have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Tropical Beach have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Tropical Beach serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at jaffa.

Will Tropical Beach allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at Tropical Beach.

Are there connecting rooms at Tropical Beach?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Tropical Beach?

Yes, every guestroom at Tropical Beach comes with a balcony with some featuring garden or pool views.

Tropical Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 126 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

meihua

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We love hotel tropical. The staff are friendly and it is close to the beach. The Jaffe restaurant right on the property is yummy. The rooms are starting to show their age. Lots of minor broken things, a ceiling fan, the window lock, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tuan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall satisfactory experience Suggest the use cleaner towels (the ones we used were worn out and stained)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location, great staff, Great restaurant! Very clean. Fun vibe!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy, Vancouver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot Great restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Room was ok. But the bed was very bad. Me and my friend were had a problem to fall a sleep in this bed. Matress was very incomodous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Compton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a really nice stay and the front desk was able to help with special requests and information
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Mieko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Omi

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoltan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jose was very helpful and kind on my trip! These place is a beautiful litte gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Sally

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The room was very small, barely fit our suitcases beside the bed. No coffee maker, if you like loud music this is place for you. Bar right next to our room and music was coming through walls, even tried earplugs. 2nd night people down stairs were partying outside very loud. We checked out early
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint hotel close to the beach. Small basic rooms at a good price. Small pool in the middle, nice restaurant. Easy walk to the beach, playa Chaman, part of the National Park. Shower did not have hot water.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Patricia A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Over all, good stay. We booked a really nice whale watching trip through the hotel. The restaurant was not open, but the hostel next door was great. The staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great quality for the money
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is conveniently located with a restaurant on site. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant has a good menu and the food is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The host I.was very knowledgeable and helpful. We had an excellent experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lugar muy conveniente por ubicación y precio
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jeremiah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and helpful. Pool was welcoming and good music vibes all day. Room was super basic and I think our toilet or shower had a leak. We checked but all we could find is the water on the floor.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

4/10 Poor

Benjamin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

OK for one night.

The place is a bit run-down. Parking was off-street on dusty road with no security. There is an on-site parking lot but it is extremely small and fits about 4 cars but there were 6 crammed in upon our arrival. Hotel room is very bare bones, no hot water while we were there. If we had to stay more than the one night I'd look elsewhere but ok for the 1 given the price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

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

Really liked Tropical Beach - highly recommend!

Really great choice in Uvita. This was a huge unit with 2 bedrooms with Queen beds and a futon in the living area. Nice pool area that we didn't have time to use. Walking distance to Uvita Beach - which is a great beach! We arrived early for check-in and since our unit was ready, we were allowed to check-in early which is always really helpful. I would definitely stay here again if in the area. Also had air conditioning, which helped to dry out some of our clothes, which were damp from our time in Bahia Drake.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Farrah

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I arrived late, not realizing the hotel had a 10 PM deadline to check-in. When I arrived, the hotel manager was incredibly ride to me and told me that I had no reservation, which I did have. He tried to charge me for the stay, but he credit card machine was down. He showed me to a room anyways after I contested that it wasn't my fault the credit card machine was down. He eventually showed me to a room and then immediately disappeared. I quickly noticed that our ground floor room window was broken and did not lock. I was unable to sleep all evening because it was not secure. When I complained in the morning about the broken window, he insisted I broke the window and that I had to pay for my room then and how he was lucky he wasn't charging me for the window that I broke! I can not tell you how rude this man was. I want to request a refund for my stay.

6/10 Okay

Lynda, Eastham

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was ok. The room smelled heavily of bug spray and our sheets were stained and possibly dirty. There isn’t enough parking space so we had to move our car so other people could get out. This was a pit stop for us which was ok I wouldn’t stay more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John, overland park

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was as stated. Pablo the manager was very helpful and pleasant to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

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