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Ukinca Hostel

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Balcony
Lobby
Front of property – evening/night
Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Terrace/patio
Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bahia Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Catarata uvita
    4 min drive
  • Secret Lau Pool
    4 min drive
  • Beehive
    2 min walk
  • Buenos Aires (BAI)
    93 min drive

Room options

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Ensuite

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Family Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About this property

Ukinca Hostel

Hostel with free parking, in the vicinity of Punta Uvita
A bar/lounge, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are available at this smoke-free hostel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, dry cleaning, a 24-hour front desk and a computer station are on-site.
Ukinca Hostel offers 15 accommodations with rice cookers and shared/communal kitchens. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Full-sized fridge/freezers and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Ballena hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
During your stay at Ukinca Hostel, you'll be within walking distance of Catarata uvita. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and a bar are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Continental breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include a computer, a terrace and TV in a common area
  • On-site recreation includes bicycles to rent
  • 5 minutes by car from Arco Beach and 6 minutes from Marino Ballena National Park
  • Local-area shuttle service available for a fee
  • Cats and dogs welcome free of charge
As a guest of Ukinca Hostel, you'll find a terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Ukinca Hostel also features a garden, a picnic area, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Self parking is free.

This Ballena hostel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7 AM to 10 AM for a fee: CRC 3,500 for adults and CRC 3,500 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Rice cooker
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 18 lb per pet)

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately CRC 3500 for adults and from CRC 3500 for children

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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Property is also known as

Ukinca Hostel Uvita
Ukinca Uvita
Ukinca Hostel Ballena
Ukinca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Ukinca Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Ballena
Ukinca Hostel Ballena
Ukinca Ballena
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Ukinca Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 16 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
two night stay in July 2019
When we arrived, the staff did not seem to know of our booking and we had to show the confirmation email from hotels.com to evidence the booking. Then they showed us to three different rooms, the first two not being at all what we’d booked so we rejected them - the third was closest so by this point we just took the room. Then they weren’t sure how much to charge us so again we had to refer to the confirmation email. None of this was particularly disappointing, but it was a little unnerving to start off our stay. Our room was generally fine, although we did encounter a lot of insects - a large millipede on the floor, a beetle IN one of the beds, lots of ants in the bathroom, and various other flies and insects. The location was ok, given that Uvita is quite a small place - but future guests should be aware that it is a 5-10 minute walk along the edge of a main road (no pavement and no street lights) to the nearest shops/restaurants. We also found it difficult to communicate with staff who spoke little English.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Jon

Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not book with this hostel!!!!! They make excuses for over booking their rooms then refused to refund the funds!!! My worst hostel experience in Costa Rica!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at U kinca. This hostel is clean! Considerate! Has a wonderful patio to hang in a hammock , work , relax , socialize.. The staff is wonderful and works hard to keep the amenities clean and welcoming for all. Paul went out of his way to help me and other guests through the stressors of travel , which is very much appreciated. 🙏 Would stay again , and would fully reccomend!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service
Well, your company over booked the hostel and and we were left without a room stranded. Thanks for that. Contact asap.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kubota deal
Great place for relaxing! Clean and comfortable at a great price!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice and new
Nice stay. Our room was right next to reception which was a bit noisy, so would recommend to ask for a room at the back.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
great place. Very clean, warm showers, great courtyard for relaxing. Easu to find.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice town with market & restaurant close by
All the amenities you need & really enjoy the time spent at U Kinca!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pequeños hostal muy acogedor. Muy limpio, camas muy cómodas. Perfecto para quedarse 1 a 2 días. Recomendo este sitio sin ninguna duda
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Las instalaciones son muy bonitas y el personal administrativo excelente. Super recomendado
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

MARIA LOURDES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muy bueno
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super rapport qualité prix; cette hotel va devenir une reference sur Uvita. Seul bémol la route pas loin donc un peu bruyante. Sinon tout neuf, au top !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ukinka excelente opción
La experiencia fue muy buena, el hotel es muy cómodo y muy limpio, el personal amable y atentos a nuestras necesidades. La ubicación es bastante buena ya que todo está cerca.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018