Saltish Hotel & Villas

3.0 star property
Ballena B&B with outdoor pool

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Exterior
Beach nearby
Reception
Food court
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

5,0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free parking
    Free parking
Main amenities
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Free self parking
  • Outdoor swimming pools
  • Free toiletries

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Economy Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fan
Bidet
Private bathroom
Desk
  • Sleeps 5
  • 5 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
Playa Uvita, Bahía Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Punta Uvita - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 65.6 miles/105.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Saltish Hotel & Villas

Saltish Hotel & Villas is a great choice for a stay in Ballena. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and free perks include WiFi, self parking, and full breakfast daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The property charges 7 percent for credit card payments
  • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 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 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets stay free
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Free daily reception
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 7 percent

Pets

  • Pet deposit: USD 20 per night

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

There is no hot water on site.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Long-term renters welcome.
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, debit cards and cash.

Also known as

Saltish Hotel & Villas Ballena
Saltish Boutique Bed Breakfast
Saltish Hotel & Villas Bed & breakfast
Saltish Hotel & Villas Bed & breakfast Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Saltish Hotel & Villas offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Saltish Hotel & Villas does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Saltish Hotel & Villas?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Saltish Hotel & Villas?
Yes, pets stay free. A deposit of USD 20 per night is required.
Is parking offered on site at Saltish Hotel & Villas?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Saltish Hotel & Villas?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Saltish Hotel & Villas and nearby?
Saltish Hotel & Villas has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around Saltish Hotel & Villas like?
Saltish Hotel & Villas is a short 16-minute walk from Uvita Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Playa Colonia.

Saltish Hotel & Villas Reviews

Reviews

5,0

7,0/10

Cleanliness

5,0/10

Staff & service

7,0/10

Amenities

6,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Fair

The rooms are basic, clean, and functional. The air conditioner was barely able to cool the room enough for daytime sleeping probably due to poor seals around the window and door.The shower was cold water only and was missing a shower head so water just poured out of an open pipe....functionally okay. The bathroom was stocked with paper and a couple kinds of soaps. The towels and bedding were of decent quality and clean. The shared refrigerator was very full so space was limiting and the ice maker could keep up with guest demand. The kitchen was decently stocked and the dinning area was nice but a bit stuffy.....could use some ceiling fans. Be prepared to pay in full in cash upon arrival because they have no online or credit card capability and there's no ATM in the neighborhood. The reasons for the unsatisfied review are due to way the host, Natalia, handled a couple issues as follows: 1. There is no sign to turn off the air conditioner when not in the room. We returned to a hot and stuffy room one night because the power to the air conditioner was disconnected without any explanation or note. Since the host was not there it took awhile to get the situation remedied. 2. Without going into too many details just be warned that NO guests are even allowed on site. This requirement is not clearly listed anywhere. This means if a friend comes there to go to lunch with you they have to wait outside on the street. The unsatisfied review is mainly due to this issue.
4-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Beautiful property, nice pool, air conditioning, access to fridge and kitchen. The wifi signal was very weak, tiny bathroom too small to get dressed in was a problem staying with three people. The hotel listing doesn't match the actual hotel. The hotel is located down a long rocky dirt road. It's a 15 or 20 minute walk to get food in the heat unless you have a car or take an uber. It would be nice to have access to food closer but mainly as a traveler without phone service in Costa Rica I needed the wifi to be better.
6-night trip with friends
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