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Villas Alturas

3.5 star property
Step into tranquility where an ocean view bistro serves up more than just a meal - it’s an experience.

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Perched on the oceanfront, Villas Alturas offers a serene retreat with cooked-to-order breakfast and stunning views from nFusion Bistro. Unwind at the poolside bar, indulge in rejuvenating spa services or lounge by the outdoor pool surrounded by sun-kissed umbrellas.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Breakfast included
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P10,817
P12,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18

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25-inch TV with cable channels

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Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 93 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Large Twin Futon

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25-inch TV with cable channels

Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

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About the neighborhood

Map
San Martin Norte, Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 1 min walk
  • Playa Dominicalito - 5 min drive
  • Hacienda Baru - 7 min drive
  • Playa Dominical - 8 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Villas Alturas

Resort by the ocean
At Villas Alturas, you can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a body scrub, or a body treatment. The on-site restaurant, nFusion Bistro, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Massage treatment rooms, wedding services, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
  • 25-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • nFusion Bistro

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages
  • Spa treatment rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • 7 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2004
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free extra futon

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 25-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual furnishings
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 4:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Dominical
Villas Alturas Hotel
Villas Alturas Hotel Dominical
Villas Alturas Costa Rica/Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort Dominical
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Resort Villas Alturas Ballena
Ballena Villas Alturas Resort
Resort Villas Alturas
Villas Alturas Resort
Villas Alturas Ballena
Villas Alturas Resort Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Villas Alturas have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–8:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Villas Alturas?

As of Feb 16, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villas Alturas on Feb 17, 2025 start from P 10,816.64, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Villas Alturas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villas Alturas?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villas Alturas?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Villas Alturas?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villas Alturas located?

Situated by the ocean, this spa resort is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Playa Dominicalito and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical. Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Villas Alturas Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 166 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Magaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gracias por la atención. La habitación muy limpia
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorri

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All rooms would benefit from a mini fridg! Lovely view of Alejuela. Friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed at Villas Alturas for 12 nights in December as I was doing some volunteering at the animal sanctuary adjacent to the villas. The property has the most stunning views from the terrace and pool area overlooking the coastline. It is surrounded by lush jungle with all the sights and sounds you would expect. It is quite isolated in its location which is both a blessing and a curse. It is at the top of an 800m gravel single track road on a very steep gradient. If you want to leave the hotel grounds you definitely need to hire a car. The villas themselves were very clean but are very dated. They are still very 1980s in the decor and could def do with a refresh on the interiors. Great space tho. Shower was large and worked well. Small kitchen with fridge, oven and microwave. A few bits a bit rough around the edges but overall perfectly ok. Fantastic views from the villa terrace too. My main gripe was that the pool area was very small (8 metre kidney shaped pool apx) and as such couldn’t handle many people to be there. As a guest I would have expected the pool and terrace to be for guests only, however the reception area was a meeting point for the Alturas sanctuary tours so at times there was a procession of day trippers wandering around the pool area. I was there when people who only came for lunch were allowed to use the pool too. So at times that area became very busy with non paying guests. They definitely need to create an area of separation for guests & day trippers.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok. Needs a little TLC. Was delighted with the short walk to restaurants directly on the beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, San Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ocean views are amazing. Hotel staff is extremely good at helping us to accommodate and answer our inquiries.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, San Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing ocean views!!! Food is excellent as well as service provided. Room is so comfortable and clean. Temperature around the area is excellent (because of location above see level -- around 100mts).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Gustavo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant menu was very simple and just average in quality. The villa I got had no view of the ocean and when I asked for another one, they claimed there were no more and it was not true. There were several empty ones!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeron

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was fantastic and the views are stunning. Super nice pool with fantastic service! Highly suggest a 4X4 if conditions are wet. The staff was absolutely wonderful when we checked in!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria, Norwalk

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view and great service. We booked a future stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was incredible. Best night sleep ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views and great service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great fine alturis was! Fun accommodating staff. Cool setting, incredible views. And the red snapper dinner was the best i've ever happened! Hope I get a chance to go back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

assaf

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard to beat
Amazing place, views, pool landscape, beautiful and first class location. Staff is extremely friendly and accommodating (shout out to Casey). Consider that car is necessary ideally 4x4 as all roads in area are dirt and not all are well maintained. Part of the beauty of the area. Restaurant at hotel is lovely with great selection. A home run!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Brett, Mercer Island

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous views, great privacy. Room a little beaten down, but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and will definitely come again!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a blast. It feels intimate and not too crowded. It feels serene yet close to many beaches and restaurants. The staff were wonderful. Would definitely be back here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos encanto el lugar y el staff. Las habitaciones son enormes. Excelente vista. Volveremos nuevamente.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Amazing views. Intimate setting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise overlooking the ocean!
We booked this last minute as an alternative to our more rugged lodge in the mountains. It was a perfect antidote! The staff was exceedingly friendly and helpful, the location overlooking the ocean was breathtaking. The food was probably the best we'd experienced during out 10 day Costa Rican visit! Would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOSE, Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great value: views, peace and quiet
Beautiful hotel with excellent staff that are efficient with requests and speak great English; grounds are very well tended to by gardeners on site; rooms are very clean and kitchen is well stocked; efficient check in. Incredible views, quiet and secluded with howler monkey sounds at night. An easy 15-20 minutes to Uvita central, parque Ballena. Food is decently priced and very creative compared to most local fare. In the rainy season one would definitely need a 4x4 car to get up the hill, our 4x2 almost didn’t make it in the dry season. Great value- we will be back!
View from one of the villas towards Uvita.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023