Alma de Ojochal

About this hotel

Located in Bahía Ballena, this charming hotel for $104 per night is a great choice for your next trip. Offering a swimming pool, a furnished terrace and massage services, Alma de Ojochal is located 10 minutes’ drive from the Marino Ballena National Park and 18 km from Ojo de Agua Village.

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Beachfront / Waterfront

Garden

Map of Bahía Ballena

Nearby attractions

Nauyaca Waterfalls/Cataratas Nauyaca

18.27 miles

Punta Uvita

9.34 miles

Eco Chontales Waterfall

24.31 miles

Las Quebradas Biological Center

25.63 miles

Alma de Ojochal

4.5

Excellent(145 Reviews)

Hotel in Bahía Ballena

3-Star Hotel

Reasons to book

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more

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About this hotel

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen / Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony / Patio

Beachfront / Waterfront

Garden

Map of Bahía Ballena

Nearby attractions

Nauyaca Waterfalls/Cataratas Nauyaca

18.27 miles

Punta Uvita

9.34 miles

Eco Chontales Waterfall

24.31 miles

Las Quebradas Biological Center

25.63 miles

Reviews

4.5/5.0

Excellent(145 Reviews)

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10.0

Apr 2023

We loved our stay at Alma de Ojochal!

Breakfast was delicious, view from our upper balcony room was spectacular. We saw monkeys and birds!

Nothing

9.0

Apr 2023

Great hotel not much in town

the view were amazing, the pool was very nice, the gardens beautifully done. the food was excellent (except the beans and rice). in the morning and night we could hear the animals in the jungle.

The road is a steep hill not well maintained. we eventually could drive it but the car got hit underneath by the rocks. This is a couples hotel so my 25 year old daughter was bored. there were not many activities around except for the beaches. we did not see any wildlife except for iguanas.

7.0

Mar 2023

Cute hotel, great staff, amazing views, cool Bamboo Bar attached.

This property has a gorgeous view of a valley and the ocean in the distance. It also has a fun bar / restaurant called the Bamboo Room as part of the property. The drive to the property is only possible with a 4x4 and the last 75 meters to the parking lot are up a 45 degree incline dual strip track. It is hard to get to.

Like everything in Costa Rica, it's just expensive for what it is.

5.0

Mar 2023

Passable

Comfortable room with balcony, excellent views.

Not friendly service, there was no water in our room for 12 hours and nobody said anything we had to ask what the problem was. When asking for some bottled water we were told there was none!

10.0

Feb 2023

Exceptional

Everything! This place is an absolute gem and I really wish we had more nights here. Excellent value for money. The view from our balcony was sensational and we spotted a white faced monkey, agouti and many different birds in just a few hours of being there. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the food at Bamboo was delicious. It's all about that view though.

Just be aware that the road up to the hotel is a gravel track, quite steep in places. The final bit is the driveway which is concrete but super steep so be ready for it. Our two wheel drive rental managed it OK but there was a bit of wheel spin. Worth it when you get there though.

7.0

Feb 2023

Good

Location was good and the staff were great. Beautiful spot. Great breakfast.

Room was small. Put luggage in front of door as there was not enough space. Unable to walk to toilet with bathroom door open.

9.0

Jan 2023

Pura Vida every morning a good cup of coffee & sunshine & breakfast & wildlife & incredible views

Julie immediately reached out to connect with me regarding the tremendous opportunities the area offers. She went above and beyond helping us as we stayed in South Pacific for 2 weeks even when we were not staying at Alma de Ojochal at that time. Allan and Magaly and other staff were very friendly and helped us truly feel the Pura Vida.

10.0

Sep 2022

Beautiful tranquil stay in tasteful accomodations conveniently located for exploring Costa Rica

Beautiful property with outstanding views overlooking the jungle towards the sea and the backdrop of the mountains. Exemplary staff, rooms appointed and tastefully decorated. Will return for home base to explore more of Costa Rica.

10.0

Jun 2022

enjoyed it all

beautiful view, lots of wildlife, very comfortable bed and linens

nothing

10.0

May 2022

Excellent staff and property is superb. Owners are on property and John provides excellent entertain

The driveway into the hotel is somewhat dangerous at the top and road into requires SUV and possible 4w drive on rainy days. I'd be surprised if a compact car can even make it up the road yet alone the driveway.

9.0

Apr 2022

Excellent value and great staff beautiful views and the beautiful pool

Beautiful place with a beautiful view and lots of wildlife

The only negative was the bed isn’t comfortable but it was a great place to stay

8.0

Mar 2022

Loved our stay at Alma de Ojochal. Very relaxing and peaceful.The owner John was extremely helpful.

The view was amazing. Breakfast was included. The Bamboo restaurant on site was open 4 nights with entertainment .The food was excellent and the owner John provided great tunes .

The mountain road to get there was extremely ruff.

10.0

Mar 2022

relaxing and peaceful stay in a beautiful setting

the fact there are only 5 rooms means it’s beautifully tranquil and feels very exclusive. there is a great view from the pool which is lovely to relax around. the attached restaurant and bar is great fun and has a lively atmosphere

the decor of the bedroom didn’t match the very modern and luxurious bathroom

10.0

Mar 2022

perfect, quiet full of nature

John the owner and all his staff were wonderful. John entertains at the bar restaurant every Friday Saturday and Monday. about 40 white faced monkeys came by twice in the one night we were there.

nothing

10.0

Nov 2021

The property was centrally located close to the town of Ojochal, waterfalls and the ocean.

This is a great boutique hotel with beautiful views from a very spacious outside balcony.

8.0

Sep 2021

This location was amazing, and the views were gorgeous. Would definitely return for another peaceful

The staff, breakfast, views and were exceptional! They really went out of our way to ensure that we were really comfortable.

The restaurant is closed until November.

10.0

Aug 2021

Exceptional

The peace of the environment, perfect for a escape from the city

10.0

Jun 2021

Exceptional

Charming B&B nestled high up in the forest with sweeping jungle and ocean views. Comfortable rooms with huge terraces. Friendly and attentive staff and owners. Great live music show on Saturday and Monday by the one and only Johnny Bamboo! We had a great time and would thoroughly recommend

10.0

May 2021

amazing

Alma de Ojochal is an ablolute gem! We were so happy that we stayed for another night. The view from the rooms and breakfast is amazing, lots of animals around.

7.0

Mar 2021

Not what we expected

The location is nice, great view and pool area. Delicious breakfast freshly prepared by Jose every day. The staff are super friendly and helpful. There are good restaurants in Ojochal, our favorite was Heliconia.

Value for money isn't good, and we were rather disappointed of the place. We were three people in a kingsize room. The description on booking.com said "sofabed" but there is no sofa. I had to sleep on a bed that looked like out of a hospital and the mattress had a plastic on it. Maybe more hygienic but totally uncomfortable. Not sure the owners ever check for the rooms to be in order. The bedside lights are some cheap unkind office supply, there are sliding doors with mosquito nets but the windows are locked, so where's the point? There's only one sunshade at the pool and it can't even be moved, shade is more or less zero. The air condition has a very bright light to display the set temperature, you kind of need blindfolds to be able to sleep... We got various e-mails with suggestions what to do in the region before we came, but during our stay, the only time we saw the owner is across the pool asking if we were doing ok while walking by (not really caring for the answer I guess). For the price we paid compared to other places, next time I'd definitely chose a different one.

10.0

Feb 2021

Exceptional

Beautiful property, good rooms, clean and amazing breakfast

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Bahía Ballena?

The average price for a rental in Bahía Ballena is $135 per night. This rental is $31 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Alma de Ojochal. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Alma de Ojochal. Enjoy the water!

Is Alma de Ojochal pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Alma de Ojochal?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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Alma de Ojochal

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Alma de Ojochal

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About this hotel

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Map of Bahía Ballena

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

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Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is Alma de Ojochal pet friendly?

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