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Rancho Pacifico

4.5 star property
Adults-only hotel with spa, near Catarata uvita

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Outdoor spa tub
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
Jetted bathtub
Living area
Breakfast, lunch served; local and international cuisine, pool views
VIP Access

Reviews

9,4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Fitness center
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Spa tub
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
Feel at home
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is R10 825
R12 232 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 January 2025

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 195 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 145 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
  • 90 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 125 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Map
1 Rancho Pacifico Road, Ballena, Puntarenas, 0

What's nearby

  • Secret Lau Pool - 8 min drive
  • Catarata uvita - 11 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 15 min drive
  • Playa Ballena - 17 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Rancho Pacifico

Situated by the ocean, Rancho Pacifico is a great choice for a stay in Ballena. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or facials, and local and international cuisine is served at Whale's Tail Grill, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features of this luxurious hotel include an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 13 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Express check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
    • Guests 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum guest age is 18
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Off-site

    • Area shuttle*
    • Free beach shuttle
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Other information

    • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Wildlife viewing
  • Beach nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 9 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2007
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Infinity pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Spa tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes

Sleep well

  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually furnished and decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

Whale's Tail Grill - This poolside restaurant specializes in local and international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 260 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Rancho Pacifico Costa Rica/Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Ballena
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Ballena
Ballena Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Hotel Rancho Pacifico Ballena
Hotel Rancho Pacifico
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Ballena
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Rancho Pacifico?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Rancho Pacifico?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Rancho Pacifico?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Rancho Pacifico?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is USD 260 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rancho Pacifico?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Rancho Pacifico and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities such as hiking, and improve your game on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours, yoga, and game viewing. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the spa tub. Rancho Pacifico also has an outdoor pool and a fitness center, as well as spa services and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Rancho Pacifico?
Yes, Whale's Tail Grill offers alfresco dining, local and international cuisine, and garden views.
What's the area around Rancho Pacifico like?
Rancho Pacifico is located by the river. Popular attractions include Marino Ballena National Park, which is 15 minutes away by car.

Rancho Pacifico Reviews

Reviews

9,4

Exceptional

9,6/10

Cleanliness

9,6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9,6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Lynn, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property is stunning and our accommodations in the Tree House was a one of a kind experience. Mark and Marlo were super host and their hospitality sets the pace for everyone else on site; everyone was very friendly and make their guests feel welcome. Breakfasts, which are included, were a highlight as were our dinners which were excellent and reasonable, at a fixed price. Of the three boutique hotels we stayed at, Ranch Pacifico was the most expensive, but like the saying goes, you get what you pay for and I’m my opinion, there was an abundance of value at this very special resort. We’ll be back!
Glenn, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful all the way around
robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Charles, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

What a View!
Had an amazing honeymoon stay at Rancho Pacifico. The property offers an absolutely incredible view overlooking the Pacific and feels very private with hiking trails and even a waterfall which is worth the trek. The service is spectacular (I think guests may have outnumbered the staff when we were there) and helped us plan a few of our activities (gave us an umbrella, chairs, and cooler for a beach day). I would definitely advise renting a 4x4 if you plan on driving to the property since the hill to get there is pretty steep and I'm not sure we would have made it up if we didn't have it.
Richard, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
Absolutely amazing stay. This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at and we travel a lot. Mark and Marlo are the owners and they are onsite every day to ensure that you have an amazing stay. The rooms are awesome, food is phenomenal and the views are to die for. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!
Chris, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Magical rainforest retreat
This place is truly magical. It is an incredibly unique resort experience. The staff is outstanding and the scenery unparalleled!
Jane, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Aside from the fact that the view is amazing, the whole resort is modern and beautifully designed. The hand selected staff are personable, talented and made our stay special. We loved that Rancho Pacifico is quiet, private, and permitted us to experience living in a two-story home located in the middle of the jungle with our own pool, patio and no else around.
2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Luxurious & Private
Such a tranquil & magnificent place! I stayed here with my best friend for a girl's getaway to relax. The Rancho Pacifico did not disappoint! We had some trouble getting up the mountain with our vehicle (Make sure you have a 4X4 that can handle steep rocky roads). However, the manager Alex & the staff came to our rescue! They were so wonderful and accommodating after a stressful arrival. They really made us feel comfortable and right at home. The entire staff is lovely & we really enjoyed our time there! Thanks to the owners & the wonderful staff for making our relaxing vacation a dream! Pictures do not do justice for this place! Completely luxurious & private- I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet place to get away in Costa Rica. I will definitely be back <3
Gia, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was our first trip to Costa Rica and coming from NYC we were looking for some solitude, adventure, and authenticity. Rancho Pacifico was all that and more. They truly exceeded our expectations. Set high up on a mountain in the middle of a rainforest with spectacular views of the jungle and Pacific. I could sit and look for hours, listening to the birds singing. Accommodations were open yet private, comfortable, clean and eco friendly. The gracious owners Marlo & Mark, who were there during our visit, have created a classy, modern yet comfortable and relaxing ambience that allows guests to experience the true beauty of the place. The staff; Salome, Hannah, Andrey, Alex and Vianney, were attentive, helpful and consistently went out of their way to ensure that we were taken care of. Thank you all for a wonderful time. Pura vida
Sagit, 5-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely a fabulous property. We enjoyed everything about our stay and cannot wait to go back. I would recommend this to all, but I really want to keep it a secret.
4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This was a first class property all the way. Can't say enough! Staff was attentive, personable and plain friendly. The views are fantastic! You want to have a bucket list experience visit RP! If you aren't satisfied then you are just a complaint searching for a target. We spent 5 nights there and left on 4/8/2019. Pura Vida
Scott, 5-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Farzin, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unique Experience
This was our first trip to Costa Rica and we wanted a different type of stay than the usual all inclusive! We found Rancho Pacifico... WOW is all I can say. The drive up is abit scary the first time but once at the top you are greeted by warm welcoming staff or maybe the new owners Mark& Marlo! We stayed in a treehouse of sorts with spectacular views of the whales tale , sunsets and jungle, we ate every breakfast and supper at the hotel because the food was so yummy the menu changes every night and they really watch for any allergies (I have some weird food ones) it was such a relaxing and adventurous stay we will definitely be back
catherine, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

nice hotel but the driveway is really bad
beautiful location high in the forest with gorgeous views. unfortunately, the unpaved driveway is ca. 2 miles long and very! steep. also quite pricey.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing and stunning.
Couldn't say enough about this breathtaking place. The staff went above and beyond. They even located a sloth up in the trees the last day I was there, knowing I desperately wanted to see one. The food was generous, healthy and yummy. I will definitely recommend and be going back.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

BEST TIME EVER AT RANCHO PACIFICO
My boyfriend and I just got back from the most romantic long weekend at RP imaginable. Friends in San Jose have been recommending it for years - and now we know why. The food, ambiance and service are second to none - certainly in CR. The staff is super friendly and accommodating - but professional as well. We already miss the care they gave us. Perhaps what stands out most (beside the view, natural beauty and exquisite design) is the fresh sushi created and served by master sushi chef Hudson. We indulged in it every night - the freshest ever.... Can't wait to g back!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

As close to heaven you can imagine
Everything about Rancho Pacifico is unique -- and much of it is one of a kind. It was heaven for us because it is peaceful, beautiful beyond belief and is fully staffed by professionals that make you feel at home. We drank in the views, the solitude -- and a few cocktails (all fresh, creative and fairly priced). We had a private BBQ by a secret waterfall, the best spa treatments ever in the most amazing setting, and met fabulous people (some of which were there for the 3rd or 4th time). Chef Hudson prepared fresh sushi for us in our villa - and it was probably the best we ever had. Manager Alex and Concierge Karla attended to everything. It's important to realize that RP is not a budget hotel - it is one of the most awarded small hotels in the world which is one of the reasons we chose it. As such it is certainly not cheap. But if you can afford it - or it's a special occasion - you will experience the royal treatment - and it is worth every penny.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Beautiful view and quiet
Three rugged miles from beach. Hotel transportation available but pricey. Activities at hotel limited to pool and hiking. Staff are very nice and helpful. Dinner menu could be simpler with fresh fish and veggies. Fruit and salad on request were outstanding.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Beautiful setting but would not stay again
Amazing setting up in the mountains. Incredible views and wildlife. All the staff were great. A couple reasons why we would not stay again. Because it's difficult to get to due to the hair raising drive, it's easiest to to have all meals there. However, food and drinks while good are really pricey. Do your research on tours as they like to book you on more expensive private tours. Ask if anyone else is going on the same tour as you at the same exact time so you have the option of sharing the tour and perhaps carpooling as the drive in and out of RP is stressful, especially for Nat Geo tour. Our room was way too hot at night for a comfortable sleep and they only provide one extra small fan, which doesn't help much if at all. Ask for a tall fan before you even arrive. Be aware of large bugs in room.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous getaway at Rancho Pacifico
We live in San Jose and have been hearing about about RP for years as the perfect getaway for a busy couple to escape for a much needed break. From the moment we arrived we were treated like royalty - and never left the property for the couple of days we were there. There really was no need to. All of the meals - especially the special private dinner we had at poolside - were extraordinary. It was peaceful, dramatic and unlike any other hotel we've ever visited.....we think the best in Costa Rica.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Paradise Found!
Followed the advice of friends who have been raving about RP for several years and now understand what they were raving about! The food, service, cleanliness and hospitality are without doubt the best we have experienced in many travels around the world. And of course the feeling of retreating to a mountaintop in the rainforest overlooking the ocean is other worldly.
Verified Expedia guest review