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Hotel Diuwak

3.0 star property
Ballena hotel with outdoor pool and restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Garden
Standard Room | In-room safe, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

7.8 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Free breakfast
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The price is $70
includes taxes & fees
$62 per night
Nov 26 - Nov 27

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Habitacion ESTANDAR MATRIMONIAL | In-room safe, bed sheets

Habitacion ESTANDAR MATRIMONIAL

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Deluxe Room | In-room safe, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Standard Room | In-room safe, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | In-room safe, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Family Double Room | In-room safe, bed sheets

Family Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Plasma TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Coffee grinder
In-room safe
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite | In-room safe, bed sheets

Junior Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
In-room safe
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Suite | In-room safe, bed sheets

Suite

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Rice cooker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Coffee grinder
  • 517 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Frente a las oficinas del ICE, Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 12 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 32 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 56.5 miles/90.9 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Diuwak

Enjoy your visit to Ballena with a stay at Hotel Diuwak. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Tu Lu, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a children's pool, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 36 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Contactless check-out available

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services

Facilities

  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 36-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Dining

Tu Lu - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Also known as

Hotel Diuwak Dominical
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Diuwak offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Diuwak does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Diuwak?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Diuwak?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Diuwak?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Diuwak?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Diuwak?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Hotel Diuwak and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as snorkeling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Diuwak?
Yes, Tu Lu offers international cuisine.
What's the area around Hotel Diuwak like?
Hotel Diuwak is a short 1-minute walk from Playa Dominical and 3 minutes' walk from Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding.

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Refund due to landslide and road closure.
We were stranded due to weather condition and landslide, it was impossible to reach the area. We tried two routes and drove 13hrs but still we couldn’t make it to the hotel. I would like them to refund me just like the other hotels in the area affected by the flooding and road closure.
Sheila, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fabian, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great people . Friendly and Safe
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly staff and beautiful pool and garsens
Julianne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This property has no staff in down time . They are not willing to open dining room and cook dinner as offered . They have no ice even when asked for ice the next day they still had no ice . Lazy staff . Not willing to check on things or offer any kind of help .
Raquel, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Location is superb! Walking distance to beach, restaurants and shopping. Pool was also nice. The property could use updating and repairs. Room was average and very dark with one window. The room bedding definitely needs updating. A/C worked great. Priced a bit high, but overall had a good stay and can't beat the great location.
Jenny, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Marcella, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

It could use some attention to details
Richard, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The property has obviously seen better days and it still has a charm to it and everything we needed to enjoy a relaxing time on the beach.
Trevor, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Breakfast ihas become very limited this year we had to go to eat it somewhere else.
Amos, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

A block from the beach, good parking and I would return for a longer stay in a suite.
Joseph, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The beach is quite rocky. The pool isn’t very clean full of debris and bugs from the trees. The wifi cuts out often. The rooms are super small, very dated and the “standard room” does not come With a fridge. The restaurant is also grossly overpriced for a salad.
Doug, 2-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

jo anne, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Todd, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Unique place. Artistic grounds and pool. Good AC shower not so much. But this place is al about location, location, location. Fantastic beach with waves breaking two minutes from your door. Can't beat that.
Walter, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place close to the beach. Quiet and convenient. Friendly staff.
Kathryn, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The staff was very friendly and helpful at check in ((Alexander ✔️). The pool was lovely and the location is great for the beach and walkable into main area for multiple restaurant choices I was very disappointed that there was no WiFi in my room and I had to leave my area to use my phone. I would have appreciated being able to access WiFi in a cool room instead of intense heat outside. Some rooms were within range of WiFi so you may want to request if needed. I couldn’t adjust the shower temp as the control was out of my reach…..and I’m 5’4”. The music from the pool area bar kept me awake most of the night but possibly this is a weekend issue.
Carolyn, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Average hotel, but good for the area
Not bad, but not great. Pretty good for being by Dominical beach. Aren't many options. The rooms are very basic and dated. The grounds are okay. Restaurant is okay. Very short walk to the beach. Also not far to the main shopping area. So it's convenient.
Rick, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Very nice
Excellent Hotel beautiful pool nice rooms could have had better bed breakfast don't bother but everything else was wonderful
Kendrick, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

May be years ago the property was nice, but now the territory is dirty, the wooden tables in restaurant are black of dirty. We have stayed three nights, and nobody cleaned the room and changed the towels, but the envelope “for tips” was laying on the table from the first day. Mattress on the bed was collapsed, sleeping in this bed was like sleeping on the floor. We were unhappy choosing this hotel and don’t recommend it to anybody. We have stayed in different hotels in Costa Rica, and this one was the worst.
Galina, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

This property was beautiful and so close to the beach. Great stay!
Rachelle, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great Beach Access
Wonderful staff make for a pleasant stay. Great beach access. Good security. Breakfast is good. Some of the buildings are showing their age and occasional outages occur but it’s a nice place to stay. Nice pool and gardens
Gary, 21-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really fun experience:) we’ve stayed there for a week and we were sad to leave. The staff is really sweet especially April and John ;) we will definitely come back.
Thomas, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

This place tries to bill itself as a resort, but its on the lower end of a resort. They do have a pool, but not that great. There are a lot of birds here, so its a little noisy in the morning. The room was just a basic room, nothing to talk about, just a place to sleep. The free breakfast was just plain, compared to other places that I stayed at in CR. They had plenty of parking here and we felt safe.
David, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review