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Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access

Condo in Bahía Ballena with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Interior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Uvita, Pu
  • Place, Playa Ballena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Pinuela Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪155 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access

Makara Toucan Suite / 2nd Floor

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Housed in a modern building with four other suites (contact Vacasa if you'd like to rent them all together), this open-air rental boasts a large patio, providing a space to relax and watch for monkeys, toucans, sloths, and stunning sunsets. Forest breezes and recycled concrete floors keep this second-level suite cool, and the bedroom has an air conditioning unit.

What's nearby:
The Ballena National Park is six miles away with coral reefs, wildlife, golden sand beaches, and more accessible with a small day-use fee. The towns of Uvita and Ojochal are five miles away in either direction, and popular activities close to home include zip lining, horseback riding, river rafting, ATV tours, deep sea fishing, and whale and dolphin watching tours.

Things to know:
Free WiFi (may be spotty at times due to the location in the rainforest)
Full kitchen (no dishwasher)
Free parking on premises

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 18 years of age to book. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bahía Ballena

Located in Bahía Ballena, this condo is in a rural area and by the sea. Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Marino Ballena National Park and Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Uvita, Pu

What's nearby

  • Playa Ballena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Pinuela Beach - 1 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Marino Ballena National Park - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Catarata uvita - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Ballena Bistro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Tagua - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Potz Bistro - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access?

As of 18 January 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access on 19 January 2026 start from NZ$355.46, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcoming open-air suite with large patio and easy beach access located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is within a 10-minute walk of Playa Ballena and Pinuela Beach. Marino Ballena National Park and Arco Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

7.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Nathalie P.

Outstanding

Extremely comfortable. Amazing services. We have stayed there 6nights. All of our requests were fulfilled in very little time(candles replacement, replaced a glass we broke, gave extra fresh towels, AC issues). We will definitely go back. No issues with the WiFi. We were alone most of the time. I believe the WiFi is unstable when they place is very busy. Please note: very close from the hwy. Truck trailers uses their jacob brakes all the time. Could be anoying for light sley.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

4/10 Poor

Beth H., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Lots of maintenance needed

A nice house that has fallen into disrepair. No response to maintenance requests, couldn’t take a proper shower in the luxurious bathroom because the shower head blew apart from air & water pressure. Then had no water at all the following day due to a problem in a downstairs unit. This is hardly a resort as they call it. And access to the beach is incorrect and not honored by the management of that property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tommy M.

Very roomy condo

Loved this place. Very big and roomy. Accommodating management. The giant place was completely empty for the last two weeks of our stay. It’s hidden away from the main road. You would pass it without even noticing it. But when you head down the little dirt road the place pops up with all its majestic vibe. Fun place. I’d stay here again. If you arrive at night to unload , bring a flashlight, there is no lighting in parking lot.
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

fawn m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Modern and clean

Was a very modern beautiful condo. The huge bathroom was my favorite part. The water was very hot. A place I could definitely stay longer than 2 nights in. I did think it was closer to the beach tho. We had to drive to a gated area to access the beach as it's protected by the government. No fault to the property owners, just would have liked a bit more clarity on the advertisement as I was excited for a quick beach access which this does not provide. Overall the bed was comfortable and it was a lovely place to stay. Wifi was not reliable but I think this was do to the lightening storm we had the night before.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

Great comfortable place!

Easy check-in, great communication, cleanliness and comfortable. Bed could be better, but overall the experience was great.

8/10 Good

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I had an overall great experience at this place. I enjoyed the modern, spacious place to stay!

I appreciate the accommodations on providing fun activities. The service was great! Quick to respond on anything I needed. The private condo/villa is a perfect stay for anyone looking to stay at place with peace and tranquillity in a secluded area of nature and all its beauty. Great modern design and plenty of room to relax and enjoy the sounds of nature. Clean and safe place to stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

Beautiful Stay

We loved staying at the Makara Suites. So much that we cancelled one of our other locations and came back to stay again. It’s easy to get to, full kitchen with gas stove, full size refrigerator, salt & pepper, paper towels, zip locks and foil were nice touches. The wrap around deck is awesome for eating breakfast and watching wildlife. I would definitely return.

6/10 Okay

Caridad S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Abandonado

Muy impersonal
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Haylie J.

Beautiful place

This apartment was very beautiful, clean, and spacious. We loved our stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Oscar G.

Un lugar maravilloso

Tuve una estadía increíble

8/10 Good

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience

Great experience
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

great experience

The cleanliness of the whole place, large bathroom with beautiful spacious shower and bath tub, a/c bedroom and although no TV able to watch netflix.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Although we were rather disappointed that the cooking utensils and cookware were lacking in the kitchen and that the laundry was not in the unit but rather in the little house next door, I am still giving this a full excellent rating. The bedroom and bathroom were wonderfully appointed, and the living room comfortable tho spare. We loved sitting on the balcony listening to or watching the birds, including toucans, or the monkeys, howler and white face. The condo was clean and cooled nicely with the a/c. The location is excellent to Uvita, Ballena Marina Park or other destinations down the coast. It is also very reasonably priced.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location; great price

This condo has a lot going for it and it served our needs. It is in a great location--near Uvita, the Ballena Marina national park, Ojochal for great dining experiences as well as the Villa Leonor beach club right next door, which includes access to some of the most beautiful pristine beaches anywhere. The condo itself is comfortable but spare. The bed was comfortable; the spacious bathroom beautifully appointed, the air conditioning worked great on those hot, humid days. Sitting out on the veranda watching the birds or listening to the howler monkeys and feeling like you were in the jungle was very special. But we like to cook, which is why we opt for condos or houses over hotels, and our kitchen had the very bare minimum of cookware and utensils. The gas stovetop worked, but the oven did not, which was not insurmountable. We managed. As for a washer and dryer, that's in the little house next-door. It is certainly available for you to use, and they even provided laundry soap packets, which we appreciated but did not end up using. Oddly enough, there are plumbing hookups and a heavy duty electrical outlet in an alcove near the front door of the condo, so perhaps there was a W/D there at one time. That said, this condo was a great price, and Vacasa, the rental agency, was attentive and always got back to us quickly when we had questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel ..

Great place! The house it's so beautiful, you get a great bed, a great bedroom, a great kitchen w...

Great place! The house it's so beautiful, you get a great bed, a great bedroom, a great kitchen with everything you need to cook you our own meal. Great location to visit near attractions and beach.
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10/10 Excellent

Johanna O.

Loved this place!

Location was great and close to town/beaches etc. Home was clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Loved the spacious shower
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8/10 Good

Hazel V.

“Muy tranquilo, perfecto para descansar en familia o pareja, seguro, cómodo... una excelente opci...

“Muy tranquilo, perfecto para descansar en familia o pareja, seguro, cómodo... una excelente opción. Muy atentos a cualquier solicitud, volvería perfectamente.”
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10/10 Excellent

Marcelo V.

“This house is super comfortable, beautiful and big. Lots of nice details. Super great stay!”

“This house is super comfortable, beautiful and big. Lots of nice details. Super great stay!”
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10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Toucan Suite

The Villa was well equipped, full size refrigerator with ice and water dispenser. Full gas oven. Master bedroom AC worked well. Kitchen and living room cooled easily when opening the three doors. The deck was great to eat and lounge around on.
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10/10 Excellent

Jerry R.

great!

Convenient location. Upscale and spacious. A great place
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

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