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Bamboo River House

2.5 star property

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Front of property
Studio Apartment pool View | View from room
Studio Apartment Garden View | Private kitchen | Fridge, stovetop, coffee/tea maker, blender
Tiny house pool view | View from room
One bedroom Apartment pool view | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
1 Km Del Puente De Dominical Bamboo, River house Camino de Bamboo Dominical, Ballena, Puntarenas Province, 60504
  • Playa Dominical
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Hacienda Baru
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio Apartment pool View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Studio Apartment pool View

  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Tiny house pool view | View from room

Tiny house pool view

  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace/patio

Studio Apartment Garden View

  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Tiny House with Ramp/wheelchair access | Terrace/patio

Tiny House with Ramp/wheelchair access

  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 King Futon

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One bedroom Apartment pool view | Terrace/patio

One bedroom Apartment pool view

  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

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One bedroom Apartment Garden view | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

One bedroom Apartment Garden view

  • 74 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 King Sofa Bed

About this property

Bamboo River House

Aparthotel units in Ballena with kitchens and furnished patios
Along with an outdoor pool, this aparthotel has laundry facilities and tour/ticket assistance. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a garden and multilingual staff assistance. Each apartment features free WiFi and a kitchen with a fridge, a stovetop and a kitchen island. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area, and other amenities include a furnished patio and a private garden.
Bamboo River House offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. Rooms open to furnished patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas and includes dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Ballena aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the aparthotel include an outdoor pool.
During your stay at Bamboo River House, you're just a quick walk from Playa Dominical. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus an outdoor pool. This budget aparthotel has 4 apartments. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in each apartment.
  • Each apartment offers a kitchen, a furnished patio and a dining area
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and multilingual staff
  • 7 minutes on foot from Playa Dominical and a 4-minute drive from Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding
As a guest of Bamboo River House, you'll find an outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Bamboo River House also features a garden and laundry facilities. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Ballena aparthotel.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed: USD 20 per day

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace

Pets

  • No pets or service animals

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Security system

General

  • 4 units
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting units available
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 7 March 2023 to 30 April 2023 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Bamboo River House

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.0 per stay

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a security system
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Bamboo River House Ballena
Bamboo River House Aparthotel
Bamboo River House Aparthotel Ballena

Bamboo River House Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Roman

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Wonderful pool
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryland

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Bamboo River House was amazing. Great spot, super comfortable, the pool was awesome, there was lots of birdwatching. Great spot to swim in the river right across from the property and I could walk into town and back at night.

2/10 Terrible

C

Disliked: Room comfort
Not as shown.
This hotel is not where it is shown on the map. It’s about 1.5 kms from Dominical, along a dirt road. Not walkable. It’s also not close to the river. The host - or someone I assume was the host, as he never introduced himself - was quite rude to me, and not at all welcoming. As a result we didn’t stay, but found another place right in the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Amenities
Beautiful, new and mpdern place. Great people good vibes and made me fall in love with Domical all over again. Id hate of if everyone rents here because id rent again and again. Give credit where it is due the owners and people of Dominical really make you feel amazing.I visit again without a doubt. Bes
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Amenities
The location is magical but difficult to access without double traction vehicle. The closest restaurant, bar or grocery is located 1.5 km along of a rocky road. At my arrival I was allowed to check in only after 8 pm because the room wasn’t done; Incredible, isn’t it?
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phone number provided on reservation confirmation worked perfectly on WhatsApp to communicate with the host swiftly! Host went out of the way to ensure I had everything needed, even gave me a ride, local taxi information, and recommendations for sightseeing and bird watching. Host respected my privacy and I had a most excellent, relaxing time. I enjoyed taking care of myself and not having maid service everyday. The kitchen had everything I needed, the fans were pleasant in the humidity and the hammock was a most wonderful touch on the deck for reading.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019