Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is nestled in the heart of Costa Rica’s stunning Pacific coast, offering an immersive experience where nature and luxury come together. Whether exploring the surrounding rainforest trails, relaxing by the pool, or enjoying a spa treatment, you’ll find adventure and relaxation just moments away.
Your Hotel
At Cristal Ballena, your stay perfectly combines elegance and comfort. The spacious, well-appointed rooms feature plush bedding, organic bath amenities, and private terraces, providing the ideal space to unwind while taking in the spectacular ocean views and tranquil surroundings. It’s the perfect retreat for those looking for a peaceful escape with a touch of luxury.
Explore the Area
The area around the hotel is teeming with wildlife and natural beauty, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts. Enjoy guided hikes through the rainforest, visit the nearby Marino Ballena National Park to spot dolphins and humpback whales, or relax on secluded beaches. For water lovers, kayaking, snorkeling, and diving tours are available, allowing you to explore the vibrant marine life of Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.
Good to Know
Cristal Ballena is located near the charming town of Uvita, easily accessible from the main coastal highway. This makes it the perfect getaway for those looking to enjoy the best of Costa Rica’s coastal beauty and biodiversity while relaxing in the comforts of a boutique hotel with panoramic ocean views.
You will stay at the family-run hotel and organic farm, Valle Escondido Nature Reserve. Owner Jonah and his wife Susana are passionate about permaculture and have designed their hotel and farm around the core principles of this philosophy. Jonah hosts elaborate tours on this subject while taking you around the property.
Located on the southern Caribbean coast, Manzanillo is a peaceful village at the end of the road and renowned for some of the most beautiful unspoiled beaches in the country.
The area is also known for its great cultural diversity of Latinos, Bribri, and Cabecar Indians. The Afro-Caribbean culture came with the Jamaicans in 1872 when the railroad between San José and the port of Limon was built.
Jurgen built Selva Bananito lodge from waste wood contributing to protecting this unknown piece of rainforest on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica near La Amistad Biosphere Reserve. If you are a bird and nature lover, you’ll find yourself in paradise at Selva Bananito Lodge.
