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Jungle River Resort

3.0 star property
Resort in Ballena with free breakfast and a rooftop terrace

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Premium Cabin, Garden View
Premium Tent, River View
Premium Cabin, Garden View | Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Calle Face 4B, Tortuga Arriba, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas, 60501
  • Playa Ballena
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Playa Tortuga
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ventanas Beach
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪259 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Tent, River View

Premium Tent, River View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 55.7 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium Cabin, Garden View

Premium Cabin, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 55.7 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Ballena

At Jungle River Resort, you'll be 5.6 km (3.5 mi) from Playa Garza and 6.2 km (3.9 mi) from El Pavón Waterfall. Highlights at this resort include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The resort's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a garden. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 3-property class Ballena resort include Marino Ballena National Park and Playa Ballena.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Ballena - 15 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 16 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Tortuga Beach - 18 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Pinuela Beach - 18 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 19 min drive - 8.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Heliconia - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Citrus - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Real La Costa - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ballena Beach Club - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mirador Don Roger - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Jungle River Resort

Resort in Ballena with free breakfast and rooftop terrace
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and spa services are also featured at Jungle River Resort. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ballena resort.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Jungle River Resort offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. This Ballena resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and Swedish massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone 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.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Jungle River Resort Resort
Jungle River Resort Ballena
Jungle River Resort Resort Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Jungle River Resort?

Yep, Jungle River Resort has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Jungle River Resort?

The closest beach to Jungle River Resort is Ventanas Beach (4 km).

Is there a spa on site at Jungle River Resort?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like Swedish massages.

Does Jungle River Resort have a pool?

Jungle River Resort has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Jungle River Resort a romantic place to stay?

Couples dining and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Jungle River Resort.

Does Jungle River Resort serve breakfast?

Yep, free cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Jungle River Resort?

No, Jungle River Resort does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Jungle River Resort?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Jungle River Resort?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Jungle River Resort?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Jungle River Resort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nayelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ahlam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

genesis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel in Costa Rica is absolutely amazing! It’s filled with nature all around, making it the perfect peaceful getaway. The service was outstanding—everyone went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a relaxing escape with incredible hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025