BALLENA DORADA LODGE, Uvita

Nestled on a hill in Uvita, Ballena Dorada Lodge offers a swimming pool with panoramic ocean and mountain views, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests have access to free WiFi throughout the property, a shared kitchen (without a stove), and a picnic area with outdoor furniture. The 2-star lodge provides family rooms, air-conditioned units with parquet floors and balconies, though some rooms only have fans. Accommodations include quadruple rooms with terrace, triple rooms with pool view, and king rooms with sea view. A continental breakfast is served each morning at Ballena Dorada Lodge, and tea/coffee makers are available in all rooms. The lodge is located a 14-minute walk from Playa Ballena, but the steep access road may be challenging for larger vehicles. On-site amenities include free private parking (street parking), luggage storage, concierge service, and daily housekeeping. The property features a fence around the pool, a shallow end, and board games for entertainment. Ballena Dorada Lodge also has a designated smoking area and 24-hour security with CCTV.

Scenic ocean, mountain, and garden views from the pool and many rooms.

Shared kitchen with a large fridge and coffee maker in each room.

Short walk (14 minutes) to Playa Ballena and close to town.

Friendly staff who respond quickly to issues and offer fair pricing.

Steep hill and narrow road make access difficult, especially for larger vehicles.

Shared kitchen has no stove; some rooms lack air conditioning.

Bathrooms are tight, and no shampoo or soap is provided.