Top Hotels Near Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary in Bahía Ballena from AU$81

"Great restaurant, love how nature is part the experience. Nice, quite pool!!"

"Laurent and Liberty were extremely responsive and helpful. The house was absolutely beautiful "

"We loved our stay at Casa Pura Vida. We had two adult couples and the space was just right. We heard howler monkeys in the mornings and evenings. Saw cappuchin monkeys, coties and other wildlife daily.We enjoyed the sights and sounds of the Monkey Hideout for sleeping and the outdoor bathroom was wonderful.We ate all of our dinners on the porch, cooking fresh fish that we picked up every day."

"We had an absolutely wonderful time at the Jade House. It’s one of those rare places where the reality actually surpasses the pictures. From the moment we arrived, the views just stopped us in our tracks—sweeping ocean panoramas, layers of jungle, and sunsets that felt almost unreal.What Made the Stay Exceptional• The PoolsThe pools were the heart of the house for us. Each one had its own personality, and moving between them throughout the day became its own rhythm. Whether we were floating, cooling off, or just taking in the view from the edge, it was impossible not to relax.• The Pool TableInside, the pool table became the nightly gathering spot. It’s in the perfect location—open, social, and part of the flow of the house. We ended up spending more time there than expected, and it added a fun, easygoing energy to the evenings.• The KitchenThe kitchen is beautifully designed and surprisingly functional for a rental home. Plenty of space, great layout, and everything we needed to cook, snack, or just hang out with a drink while looking out at the water. It’s the kind of kitchen that makes you want to cook even on vacation.• The BedroomsEvery bedroom felt like its own retreat. Comfortable beds, thoughtful design, and those same incredible views that make waking up feel like a privilege. Everyone in our group commented on how well they slept.OverallThe Jade House gave us the perfect balance of comfort, beauty, and fun."

"Amazing view and fun open floor plan! We found the layout of the house ideal and the beds were very comfortable. Our family would like to stay again next trip to Costa Rica. "

"Beautiful home and setting. Easy to access. Toucans in the trees. Nice pool."

"Our first visit to Costa Rica, and we have fallen in love with both the country and Villa Ballena Royale!If, like me, you have a slight concern that the amazing reviews and stunning photos are just too good to be true, then I can confirm that they are 100% accurate. The villa itself, and the breathtaking views over Marino Ballena Park, will live in our hearts for the rest of our lives. I can also confirm that the road leading up to the villa is really not a problem, at least in the dry season. I certainly wouldn’t want to walk up it, as it is very steep in places, but with a four-wheel drive SUV I found it relatively easy. Everything about the villa was first class, and I would struggle to find fault with anything. We especially enjoyed the outdoor shower, and the large pool with its perfect water temperature. YouGetHere were friendly and helpful, and the companies that they recommended for airport transfers, car hire and wildlife tours all proved to be excellent.The only slightly disappointing aspect was that we saw much less wildlife in the garden than other reviewers. Nature is unpredictable, but in two weeks all we got to enjoy was two brief visits from a Toucan, and a few fleeting glimpses of Hummingbirds. All of which leaves us with a dilemma – we never go back to places, as you miss the buzz associated with discovering somewhere new. However, we both had such a great time that we can’t think of anywhere else we want to go, and so are already planning to return."

"The house was beautiful and perfect to accommodate our family of 6 adults and 4 children. The view was outstanding, I miss waking up to it already. The grounds and gardens were stunning, house was very private. Every morning we were visited by a toucan which was fun to watch, so many birds here. This area of Costa Rica is breathtaking. The staff was absolutely wonderful to deal with, any questions we had were answered immediately. The only disappointment was we didn’t book it longer, we will be back for sure! "

"Home was beautiful and host was very responsive to anything we needed. They even provided a complimentary mid-week house cleaning."