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Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3 star hotel
9.6/10 Exceptional
(201 verified Hotels.com guest reviews)
See verified family reviews (4)

About the hotel

Hop on Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa's free shuttle to the beach or pamper yourself at the resort's full-service spa.

Nearby attractions

Located in Ballena, Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is in a national park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Popular amenities

Family friendly

Free cribs/infant beds
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Wifi

Available in all rooms: free wifi
Available in some public areas: free wifi

Food and drink

1 bar
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
Free buffet breakfast
Room service available

Spa

Facials
Manicures and pedicures
Massages
Spa open daily

Guest services

Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning service
Front desk (limited hours)
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Tour/ticket assistance
Wedding services

Accessibility

Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility (select rooms)
Roll-in shower (select rooms)
This property does not have elevators

Things to do

Billiards/pool table
Full-service spa
Outdoor pool

Outdoor

Garden
Picnic area
Pool sun loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Conveniences

Banquet hall
Free newspapers in lobby
Front-desk safe
Gift shop/newsstand
Library

More

Books
Designated smoking areas
map

Reviews that mention...

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4 reviews

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Latest reviews (4)

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Alexander

12 Aug 2024 - 13 Aug 2024
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

This is definitely a 4 star not a 3 star hotel. Pool is really big and great lounging areas and garden around. Toucans are plenty here and easy to spot. Feels like a hidden gem and a truly special place. It is expensive though… particularly drinks and food is definitely a lot higher than in other places. You get what you pay for though and the quality is good. Highly recommend the family suite
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James

10 Dec 2022 - 15 Dec 2022
reviewed on hcom

5 out of 5 stars

Truely an all inclusive top rated 5 star resort. The staff, the food, the room, the property layout, the vistas, the rain forest paths and walks were all that anyone could ever hope for when experiancing CR. Art work, stone sculptures, flowers, birds and forest rivers made you feel that you were in a adult wonderland. A special thanks to Herbert for his engraciating personality, and to the owner Andreis who was so sweet and and so down to earth. Our lives have changed from this experiance. We are already planing our next stay there and will be bringing family.
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Frederic

25 Jul 2022 - 28 Jul 2022
reviewed on expedia

5 out of 5 stars

Memorable stay for our family. The surroundings provide countless opportunities to explore the rain forest and the hotel provides a great place to unwind and relax. Great pool and restaurant.
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Christine

2 May 2022 - 4 May 2022
reviewed on travelocity

5 out of 5 stars

Great friendly staff. Took granddaughter to spa for a nail "treat" but only had gel so they sent someone shopping to purchase regular nail polish that can be used on a child. Fantastic scenery, loads of birds, huge pool, great food & service. Would recommend to anyone.
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