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Dolce Uvita

2.5 star property
Hotel in Bahía Ballena with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Outdoor spa tub
Beach nearby
Reception
Garden

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Costado Sur Plaza de Deportes, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Punta Uvita
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪167 min drive‬

Room options

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Ground Floor

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard View, Ground Floor | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Courtyard View, Ground Floor

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

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Ground Floor | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Uvita

Dolce Uvita places you within a leisurely stroll of Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia. This 5-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Uvita Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Catarata uvita - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 8 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Punta Uvita - 11 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 16 min drive - 4.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Los Barriles - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Dolce Uvita

Hotel in Bahía Ballena with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool
Guests staying at Dolce Uvita enjoy an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for USD 150.00 per vehicle one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and coffee/tea in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and safes are also standard.
An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site.

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 offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Refrigerator on request

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,615 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator on request

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions prior to arrival; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 150.00 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 5)
  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-4:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dolce Uvita Hotel
Dolce Uvita Ballena
Dolce Uvita Hotel Ballena
Dolce Uvita Hotel Ballena
Dolce Uvita Hotel
Dolce Uvita Ballena
Hotel Dolce Uvita Ballena
Ballena Dolce Uvita Hotel
Hotel Dolce Uvita

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Dolce Uvita?

Dolce Uvita offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Dolce Uvita?

This hotel is located in Bahía Ballena, a short 12-minute walk from Uvita Beach and also 12 minutes on foot from Playa Colonia. You'll also find Marino Ballena National Park and Catarata uvita within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Dolce Uvita?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Dolce Uvita have a casino at the property?

No, Dolce Uvita doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Dolce Uvita?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Dolce Uvita?

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

Are there hot tubs at Dolce Uvita?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Dolce Uvita have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Dolce Uvita doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Dolce Uvita allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Dolce Uvita for a fee of USD 15 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Dolce Uvita?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Dolce Uvita?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a patio where guests can enjoy garden or courtyard views.

Reviews

Dolce Uvita Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rolando, Curridabat

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, the owners are very nice and they are very helpful. It's a small hotel attached to great Italian restaurant. Great value for money. Definitely would recommend it. If I had to complain about something it would be that it doesn't have inside parking, but no drama with that matter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The food, the gelato, and the swimming pool, in addition to the kindliness of the owners, are all highlights. Good value, especially if you book direct from them and get the half board option, which is very much recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harpreet

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a very nice small hotel. We would recommend this hotel to guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay! The owners are very kind and responsive and were happy to help us with advice on what to do and booking tours, and also happy to let us do our own thing. The Italian restaurant on site is also run by the owners and it is delicious. Very laid back place, easy going, nice accommodations and a short walk to Marino Ballena Park, beaches, restaurants, and bakeries. As a bonus, at night the garden smells of jasmine. 10/10 would stay here again any time. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Garden paradise

Silvia and Ferdinando were excellent hosts. Silvia oriented us to the area and checked on tours. The property is a large garden with pool and outdoor kitchen for guests. The town is small and low key. You can walk to either beach entry. We ordered dinner at our host's Italian restaurant. Ferdinando cooked: it was wonderful. Three great courses. We were off season for whales so will try to come back to Dolce Uvita
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My small kids and I stayed here for 2 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. Silvia and Ferdinando prepared a delicious Italian dinner for us our first night. They were so kind and friendly during our stay. The grounds are gorgeous with lots of flowers and trees, and the pool is the perfect place for a swim after the beach. We loved how close it was to supermarkets and within walking distance of Marino Ballena. I recommend this place for all travelers.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sylvia, the owner/manager was so nice and pleasant! Our room was comfortable and very clean. The property was beautifully landscaped and there is a pool to cool off in. There is also a restaurant on the property which was nice to have right there for breakfast, lunch and/or dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Old fashioned hospitality hotel

I can’t say enough about our stay in Uvita at Dolce Uvita. Silvia and Ferdinando have done a beautiful job of creating an unforgettable experience. It’s an old fashioned hotel experience the way guests and hosts used to be. The pool, the grounds, the location, the personal chef touch with some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had (I lived in Italy for 2 years). Great place. Don’t book anywhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Heavenly

Uvita Dolce was very clean and Anita and Fernando were very friendly and helpful. We are at their restaurant three evenings as the food was spectacular. Would not hesitate to recommend and would love to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little Uvita Resort

We hit a home run when we decided to stay at Dolce Vita for part of our trip. Sylvia and Ferdinando could not have been more friendly and greatly improved our overall experience with their fantastic advice and food. You simply must take advantage of their Italian restaurant and homemade cooking - it was authentically delicious. The property is immaculate. I can't even imagine how much time the owners put into keeping the estate well-manicured and the rooms spotless. I would definitely not hesitate to return and stay there again in the future. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

IRENE, Las Vegas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were so nice and helpfull. The food is amazing! We would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sileny

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are so sweet and helpful you feel safe and at home. Their restaurant is amazing, the best desserts ever, real italian delicacies. The gardens full of birds are so relaxing. Loved it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

greg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexei

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best of the both worlds

This is a small resort run by an Italian couple from Milano. The place is cozy (garden of flowering trees full of tropical birds) quite and 10 min walk to the beach and park entrance. The room we had was simple but clean and had everything we need including a coffee maker. There is also an open kitchen area. But the best thing is the Italian restaurant where meals are prepared by the husband. Not just pizza and pasta place but sophisticated and delicious Italian dishes. Best Ravioli Alla Boscaiola we ever had! And the owners were with us super-nice so we felt like staying in a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place and the people that own it are absolutely amazing!!!! I couldn’t have booked a better place. They treated you like family and took care of everything. They had an amazing Restaurant right on the property and everything was delicious from Breakfast to Dinner. The owners even went all out for a Christmas Dinner. Sylvia helped me book rides and gave me all the information needed for activities. The location is wonderful because it is so close to the beach and was beautiful to stay in as well. Whenever I come to Uvita, I will be staying there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

The owners were super hosts. Nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast was excellent and plentiful. The grounds are well maintained and beautiful. I would recommend this place. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

ALBERTO, San Jose, Costa Rica.

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in downtown Uvita, this hotel is attended by it's owners: Ferdinando and Anna Silvia, a very friendly and empathetic Italian couple. They go beyond great attention and make you feel like visiting old friends: they will point you to the many places Uvita and it's surroundings have to offer, including touristic attractions, tour operators and restaurants. Pool and jacuzzi are nice and well maintained, but the hotel main attraction is it's restaurant: there you'll get REAL Italian food, prepared by them, using mainly natural ingredients and following their own family traditional recipes. Go ahead and ask for the specials...dishes that may take up to 5 hours to prepare, but that will leave asking for more! Great food, good location and excellent service. You will love your stay at Dolce Uvita.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fabien

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A little gem in Uvita

We stayed one night at Dolce Uvita, and I wish we could have stayed another night or two. Clean, cozy, very good complementary breakfasts, perfectly located to discover Marino Ballena Park in Uvita. Really good home-made italian cuisine served at the property.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

MARCEL, Charleston

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We felt like staying with family. Absurdly good food. Sylvia had great daytrip suggestions and cared about our well-being. Stunning garden
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like the fact that dogs were free. I didn’t like the shower, it got the whole bathroom wet. I like the free breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020