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Whale Tail Hotel

2.0 star property
Riverfront hostel with free breakfast and bars

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Exclusive Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Superior Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Lobby sitting area
Whale Tail Hotel on Uvita Beach offers a relaxing stay with a free continental breakfast and daily manager's reception. Explore Playa Hermosa, swim in the outdoor pool, or visit Whale Tail Brewery for happy hour after a day of adventures.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Room options

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Deluxe Cabin

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Quadruple Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Superior Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Air conditioning
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Mobile key entry
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Exclusive Shared Dormitory | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Exclusive Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Yard
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Mobile key entry
Laptop workspace
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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About the neighborhood

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Uvita, 750 East From BCR, Laureles Rd., Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60504

About this property

Whale Tail Hotel

Hostel near Uvita Beach
Located close to Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita, Whale Tail Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a free daily manager's reception, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Whale Tail Brewery, offers lunch, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, concierge services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Smoke-free premises and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Whale Tail Hotel feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Private yards and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Tagua Cafe Vivo
  • Whale Tail Brewery
  • Whale Tail Brewery
  • Whale Tail Hotel Lobby

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 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 at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 15 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee for check-in between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Whale Tail Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Whale Tail Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, Whale Tail Hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 15 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Whale Tail Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Whale Tail Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM–7:00 AM for a fee.

What time is check-out at Whale Tail Hotel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale Tail Hotel located?

Situated on a river, this hostel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Hermosa, Uvita Beach, and Punta Uvita. Marino Ballena National Park and Playa Ballena are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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