Hotel Tucan

2.0 star property
Guesthouse in Bahía Ballena with free breakfast and a coffee shop

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Reception
Breakfast and dinner served, local and international cuisine
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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100 Mtrs Este del Banco de Costa Rica, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Catarata uvita
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Secret Lau Pool
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Triple Room

  • 107 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Pool View

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (Large)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Double Room, 1 King Bed, Private Bathroom, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 118 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 151 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Uvita

Hotel Tucan places you within a mile (2 km) of Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool. This 10-room guesthouse welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Secret Lau Pool - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Uvita Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Punta Uvita - 14 min drive - 2.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Tucan

Guesthouse in Bahía Ballena with free breakfast and a coffee shop
Renovated in 2021, Hotel Tucan offers an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you drive, put free parking to good use. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and a computer station.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Tucan Bar & Resto

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Games
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

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 (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Communal living room
  • Renovated entire property - November 2021
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Tucan?

Hotel Tucan offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do close to Hotel Tucan?

This guesthouse is located in Bahía Ballena, a short 16-minute walk from Catarata uvita and also 16 minutes on foot from Secret Lau Pool. You'll also find Uvita Beach and Marino Ballena National Park within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Tucan?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Does Hotel Tucan include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Tucan doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Tucan?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Tucan a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this guesthouse, including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Tucan?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Hotel Tucan feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Tucan serves free continental breakfast at Tucan Bar & Resto each morning.

Does Hotel Tucan allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, dogs can stay for free at Hotel Tucan.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Tucan?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel Tucan?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a furnished patio where guests can enjoy hill or pool views.