Best Dominical Hotels

Located in Bahía Ballena, Villas Rio Mar is by the ocean, a 3-minute drive from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and 8 minutes from Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge. This hotel is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from Nauyaca Waterfalls. Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools and an outdoor tennis court. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Enjoy international cuisine at Crocodile Grill and Bar, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Grab a drink at the swim-up bar while enjoying a refreshing dip in the hotel pool.A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9:00 AM. Featured amenities include a computer station, dry cleaning/laundry services, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Bahía Ballena? This hotel has 947 square feet (88 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and a meeting room. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 48 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

When you stay at Tropical Sands Dominical Eco Inn in Bahía Ballena, you'll be by the ocean, just steps from Playa Dominical and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Hacienda Baru. Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Featured amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and multilingual staff. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

When you stay at Danyasa Eco-Retreat in Bahía Ballena, you'll be by the ocean, within a 5-minute walk of Playa Dominical and Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Playa Barú. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Featured amenities include luggage storage and laundry facilities. Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

With a stay at Mavi Surf Hotel in Bahía Ballena, you'll be by the ocean, just a 4-minute walk from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons and a 2-minute drive from Hacienda Baru. This beach bed & breakfast is 5.7 mi (9.3 km) from Parque Reptilandia and 6.3 mi (10.2 km) from Nauyaca Waterfalls. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean bed & breakfast include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge). Satisfy your appetite at the bed & breakfast's restaurant, which features a bar/lounge. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM. Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 8 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Your bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with twin sofa beds. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.

You will get your own personal concierge and my manager takes an active role and is always available and well as guests can always personally email or call me and get an instant response. Don't make the mistake of picking a home run by a management company that will not available when you need them or that looks good in pictures but is a 5-10 minute drive up a bumpy road. Villa Alegria offers an incredible value and service that is hard to beat and my family and my team always work to provide the best value to our guests!Ocean Front, Mediterranean style Villa with dramatic views, features four spacious master suites all with ocean views. Three of the en suite bathrooms feature double showers with windows facing the Pacific and the fourth, an ultra private modern glass shower. All suites offer outside access, three of which have ocean facing glass French doors with screens and the fourth with a full wall of french casement windows to allow one to fully enjoy the breeze and relaxing sounds of the waves crashing below. Nestled into the mountainside under plush rain forest canopy, Villa Alegría is one of the very few properties available which offers both the privacy and views you desire and the close proximity to amenities and ease of access. 200 meters (220 yards) down the mountain, you will find access to Roca Verde restaurant and beach, as well as access to the main thoroughfare which runs throughout southern Costa Rica. It is only a five minute walk from Villa Alegría or a quick two minute drive for you to dip your toes into the warm Pacific waters. Dominical Beach, a world famous surfing location, is only one kilometer (less than a mile) from the house and the beaches of Dominicalito, Playa Hermosa, and the extraordinary Playa Ventanas in Ojochal are all easily accessible by car. The elevation of the property provides the perfect balance of amazing views, privacy and access, ensuring your experience will be unforgettable! Bask in the gorgeous Costa Rican sunshine on our extended patio or cool off in the beautiful infinity pool overlooking the ocean and tropical landscaping. You will be amazed by the wildlife! Our guests regularly report seeing butterflies, hummingbirds, toucans, coatis, agoutis, huge iguanas and even sloths in the area! Locally handcrafted benches on the covered patio are the perfect place to enjoy the spectacular sunsets and outdoor dining furniture is available for your use. Villa Alegría also features a beautiful double hammock where you can snuggle with your loved ones or relax and read a book from our library while listening to the waves. Villa Alegría's four spacious Master Suites all have ocean views and en suite bathrooms. Three of the bedrooms are outfitted with king beds, the fourth bedroom features a queen bed and all 4 bedrooms include futons for seating or extra guests and air mattresses are also available if needed. We are a family friendly house and also offer a Pack n' Play for infants and toddlers, as well as an infant bathing tub for your use. All rooms have spacious closets and both ceiling and personal fans, along with individual air conditioning units if you prefer. We always encourage our guests to take advantage of the very special location and let the sounds of the ocean waves lull you to sleep and help us to protect Costa Rica's pristine environment by keeping energy use low, but know that even the most adventurous travelers sometimes need a break from the tropical heat! Special amenities include books and games for your friends and family to enjoy, a personal concierge with over 10 years of experience arranging and assisting our guests' ideal vacations, washer and dryer on site, and a United States based VPN, which will allow you to access all streaming and subscription services which are otherwise blocked in Costa Rica. (Netflix, Hulu, Spotify, Pandora, etc.) If requested, owner can reassign the VPN to your country of origin during your stay so that you may access country specific internet services. The property has also recently had over $50,000 in upgrades! The rental price include professional cleaning before and after your stay, but housekeeping services during your visit are available for a small fee. We can also arrange chef prepared meals, tours, adventures and excursions, transportation to and from the airport, and most anything else your heart desires! Villa Alegría is our dream home and we want your visit to be just as special and amazing as our time in this beautiful country, so please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or suggestions. Pura Vida!About pets:Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings.Maximum event attendees: 1.

This gated oasis is walking distance to the beach and also to the quaint town of Dominical with all its amenities. The location is ideal if you wish to explore this gorgeous area which is internationally recognized for its lush flora and fauna. The suite has beautiful colonial style tropical hardwood furniture which blends beautifully with the lush outdoor gardens and old growth trees. It is normal to see resident iguanas around the shared pool and BBQ area which makes for great photos and fun!Suite 102 has colonial style tropical hardwood furniture which blends beautifully with the lush outdoor gardens. It is normal to see resident iguanas around the shared pool and BBQ which makes for great photos and fun!Check in time is anytime after 4pm. Easy self check in is available at this property using keyless entry code provided close to check in date.We recommend checking in before 6pm as it is dark after this time and roads here are badly lit and do not have good paint and/or signage. Early check in is not available if the villa is being cleaned the day you arrive. Please inquire if you wish to have an early check in.Guests must use designated covered guest parking. The suite numbers are indicated above each parking spot. If you have a second vehicle it must be parked in the uncovered large communal parking area that is adjacent (it is not permitted to use another suite's covered parking spot).It is important for guests to know that this gated property is located beside a major coastal road and traffic noise is unavoidable. There is a cement wall which helps lowers the noise level.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 23.About events:No events allowed.

This property is walking distance to the beach and also to the quaint town of Dominical and all its amenities. The location is ideal for folks that wish to explore this gorgeous are which is internationally recognized for its lush flora and fauna. You are very likely to see many different wild animals while visiting which is a great plus.Suite 103 has colonial style tropical hardwood furniture which blends beautifully with the lush outdoor gardens. It is normal to see resident iguanas around the shared pool and BBQ which makes for great photos and fun!Check in time is anytime after 4pm. Easy self check in is available at this property using keyless entry code provided close to check in date.We recommend checking in before 6pm as it is dark after this time and roads here are badly lit and do not have good paint and/or signage. Early check in is not available if the villa is being cleaned the day you arrive. Please inquire if you wish to have an early check in.Guests must use designated covered guest parking. The suite numbers are indicated above each parking spot. If you have a second vehicle it must be parked in the uncovered large communal parking area that is adjacent (it is not permitted to use another suite's covered parking spot).It is important for guests to know that this gated property is located beside a major coastal road and traffic noise is unavoidable. There is a cement wall which helps lowers the noise level.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

Renovated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom villa is just steps to the beautiful beach of Dominical. There is a master bedroom with en suite bath and another bedroom with adjacent bath. On the ground floor you will find the kitchen, living room, half bath, and a third bedroom. The exterior space provides an area to relax by the private swimming pool in privacy. Ideally located walking distance to the beach and the town centre.The villa has been outfitted with solar panels and a solar hot water heater, making this an eco-friendly option. There is AC in the living room, and also in the two upstairs bedrooms.The villa is located on a quiet street in Dominical, just 200 meters (600feet) from the warm ocean water. It is close enough to the beach to hear the waves, and faces open and treed horse pasture across the road, while in the back where the private swimming pool is you can gaze up into mature tree canopies and take in the abundant flora and fauna. The tasteful landscaped yard provides lots of color and peaceful ambience. The property is ideal in that you get all the amenities and conveniences of being in Dominical, as well as giving guests the feeling of being in the country.Public road parking very close to the front door.Completely PRIVATE SWIMMING POOL for this villa. SELF CHECK-IN AVAILABLEINTERNET: 100 Mbps (wireless)Standard Check in time is after 4pm. Early Check in will be considered only if Villa is not being cleaned that day.About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 30.About events:No events allowed.

Why Guests Love This CasitaTrue direct beachfront — just 20 steps to the sandNo roads. No crossings. No crowds. Just you, the ocean, and uninterrupted nature.Wake up to waves, fall asleep to the sound of the surf, and live your stay barefoot between jungle and sea.What sets this apart:Ocean views from both sleeping areasFront-row sunsets from your private spaceBeachfront soaking tub under the starsWalkable to town — yet completely privateA rare blend of seclusion and convenienceWildlife & Nature — Your Daily BackdropThis is not just a beach stay — it is an immersive nature experience.Step outside and you are part of one of Costa Rica’s most biodiverse coastal ecosystems:Scarlet macaws regularly fly overhead in pairs, often at sunrise and sunsetWhite-faced monkeys move through the trees nearbySloths occasionally appear — quiet and unforgettableIguanas, tropical birds, and butterflies throughout the propertySeasonal whale sightings offshore (July–Oct & Dec–Apr)Consistent, unobstructed sunset viewsPositioning insight:Most beachfront listings do not combine this level of wildlife, privacy, and direct ocean access in one setting.Beachfront Living — Effortless and AuthenticYour yard is the beach.Morning coffee steps from the oceanSwim, surf, or walk the shoreline anytimeSunset walks directly from your doorNo crowds, no vendors — just open coastlineThis environment naturally encourages guests to slow down, disconnect, and reset.Privacy & Comfort HighlightsSleeps 4 — two Queen bedsA/C in both sleeping areasTwo full bathrooms (one with beachfront shower)Screened great room — ocean breeze without insectsCeiling fans throughoutQuality linens and full towel sets including beach towelsBeach chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boardsGas grillWasher/dryer on-site (posted hours)Perfect ForRomantic beachfront staysNature-focused travelersSurf trips (beginner to advanced breaks nearby)Digital detox and longer staysSmall wellness retreatsActivities Within MinutesWorld-class surf in DominicalNauyaca Waterfalls (hike or horseback)ATV jungle tours and zipliningWhitewater rafting on the Savegre RiverWhale watching (seasonal)Beach walks directly from the propertyWhat Makes This DifferentVerified 20 steps to sand — not “near beach”No high-rise density or resort crowdsBoutique, private experience — not a condo complexOwner-managed with high-touch serviceProfessional housekeeping standardsThoughtful, stay-ready amenities throughoutLocation Advantage15-minute beach walk to Dominical15+ restaurantsPharmacyFull-service supermarketFarmers market3-minute drive if preferredEasy access to Marino Ballena National Park and UvitaLocated in Costa Rica’s Southern Pacific Zone, known for natural beauty, wildlife, and lower density tourismAbout pets:Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total).About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.