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Rancho Pacifico
4.5 star property

Luxury adults-only hotel near Catarata uvita

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Rancho Pacifico

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Outdoor spa tub
Aerial view
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Lobby lounge
Reception

Overview of Rancho Pacifico

VIP Access
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Map
1 Rancho Pacifico Road, Ballena, Puntarenas, 0
  • Popular LocationCatarata uvita11 min drive
  • Popular LocationMarino Ballena National Park15 min drive
  • Popular LocationUvita Beach22 min drive
  • AirportPalmar (PMZ-Palmar Sur)52 min drive

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Room upgrades when available, plus Silver perks
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Room options

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Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View | View from room

Luxury Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 59 Ping (195 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

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Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Hot Tub, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 43.87 Ping (145 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 12.08 Ping (40 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 12.08 Ping (40 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
  • 27 Ping (89 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View | Private pool

Luxury Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
  • 37 Ping (122 square meters)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View | Terrace/patio

Luxury Tree House, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private outdoor spa tub
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Ballena

Located in Ballena, Rancho Pacifico is in a rural area and on a river. While the natural beauty of Catarata uvita and Uvita Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Baru. Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and horse riding nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Catarata uvita - 11 min drive
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 15 min drive
  • Uvita Beach - 22 min drive
  • Hacienda Baru - 24 min drive
  • Punta Uvita - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • La Choza de Alejo - 11 min drive
  • Restaurante Marino Ballena - 10 min drive
  • Sibu - 9 min drive
  • Pizzeria La Fogata - 10 min drive
  • Uvita Beer Garden - 6 min drive

About this property

Rancho Pacifico

Luxury hotel near Catarata uvita
Located close to Uvita Beach and Punta Uvita, Rancho Pacifico provides free cooked-to-order breakfast, game and wildlife viewing, and a poolside bar. Adventurous travelers may like the hiking/biking and ecotours at this hotel. Indulge in a deep-tissue massage, a manicure/pedicure, and a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site local and international cuisine restaurant, Whale's Tail Grill, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Yoga classes are offered at the gym; the property also has a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a bar and a spa tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with free cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Tennis courts, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an infinity pool
  • Express check-in, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like separate sitting areas and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Restaurants on site

  • Whale's Tail Grill

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game viewing
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Infinity pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Tennis
  • Yoga classes

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Built in 2007

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 260 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Rancho Pacifico Costa Rica/Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Uvita
Rancho Pacifico Ballena
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Ballena
Ballena Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Hotel Rancho Pacifico Ballena
Hotel Rancho Pacifico
Rancho Pacifico Hotel
Rancho Pacifico Ballena
Rancho Pacifico Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Rancho Pacifico have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

Is Rancho Pacifico pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rancho Pacifico?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rancho Pacifico?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Rancho Pacifico?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Rancho Pacifico provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 260 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rancho Pacifico located?

Situated by the ocean, this luxury hotel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Catarata uvita and within 6 mi (10 km) of Uvita Beach and Marino Ballena National Park. Punta Uvita and Playa Ballena are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Rancho Pacifico Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is stunning and our accommodations in the Tree House was a one of a kind experience. Mark and Marlo were super host and their hospitality sets the pace for everyone else on site; everyone was very friendly and make their guests feel welcome. Breakfasts, which are included, were a highlight as were our dinners which were excellent and reasonable, at a fixed price. Of the three boutique hotels we stayed at, Ranch Pacifico was the most expensive, but like the saying goes, you get what you pay for and I’m my opinion, there was an abundance of value at this very special resort. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful all the way around
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a View!
Had an amazing honeymoon stay at Rancho Pacifico. The property offers an absolutely incredible view overlooking the Pacific and feels very private with hiking trails and even a waterfall which is worth the trek. The service is spectacular (I think guests may have outnumbered the staff when we were there) and helped us plan a few of our activities (gave us an umbrella, chairs, and cooler for a beach day). I would definitely advise renting a 4x4 if you plan on driving to the property since the hill to get there is pretty steep and I'm not sure we would have made it up if we didn't have it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING!!!!!!!!!
Absolutely amazing stay. This is one of the best hotels we have ever stayed at and we travel a lot. Mark and Marlo are the owners and they are onsite every day to ensure that you have an amazing stay. The rooms are awesome, food is phenomenal and the views are to die for. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Magical rainforest retreat
This place is truly magical. It is an incredibly unique resort experience. The staff is outstanding and the scenery unparalleled!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Aside from the fact that the view is amazing, the whole resort is modern and beautifully designed. The hand selected staff are personable, talented and made our stay special. We loved that Rancho Pacifico is quiet, private, and permitted us to experience living in a two-story home located in the middle of the jungle with our own pool, patio and no else around.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Luxurious & Private
Such a tranquil & magnificent place! I stayed here with my best friend for a girl's getaway to relax. The Rancho Pacifico did not disappoint! We had some trouble getting up the mountain with our vehicle (Make sure you have a 4X4 that can handle steep rocky roads). However, the manager Alex & the staff came to our rescue! They were so wonderful and accommodating after a stressful arrival. They really made us feel comfortable and right at home. The entire staff is lovely & we really enjoyed our time there! Thanks to the owners & the wonderful staff for making our relaxing vacation a dream! Pictures do not do justice for this place! Completely luxurious & private- I highly recommend this to anyone looking for a quiet place to get away in Costa Rica. I will definitely be back <3
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019