Ballena Dorada Lodge
Location: Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Province, Pérez Zeledón, Costa Rica Kilómetro 170 Bahía Ballena, Uvita, cr
Star Rating: 7.9 Stars
Property Type: Hotels
About this Property
Scenic Views and Convenient Location
Hotel Ballena Dorada in Uvita offers stunning mountain and sea views from its rooms, providing a serene setting for your stay. Located just 600 meters from Playa Ballena and close to popular attractions like Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary and Nauyaca Waterfalls, our hotel is the perfect base for exploring the beauty of Costa Rica.
Relaxation and Recreation
Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool, take a leisurely stroll in the garden, or enjoy a refreshing drink on the terrace. For adventure seekers, our tour desk can help plan exciting excursions and activities to make the most of your vacation.
Comfort and Convenience
Our well-equipped rooms feature modern amenities including free WiFi, private bathrooms, and coffee machines. With free private parking, a shared kitchen, and a welcoming staff, Hotel Ballena Dorada ensures a comfortable and hassle-free stay.
Ready to experience the beauty of Uvita? Book your stay at Hotel Ballena Dorada now!
Policies
Check-in: 02:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Amenities & Facilities
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Swimming pool
- Terrace
- Family rooms
- Luggage storage
- Non-smoking throughout
- Board games/puzzles
- Concierge service
- Shared kitchen
- Outdoor furniture
- Shallow end
- Fence around pool
- Key access
- CCTV outside property
- 24-hour security
- Television in common areas
- Free wired internet
- Snorkeling on site
- Self parking (surcharge)
- Offsite parking discounted rates available
- Internet access
- Housekeeping on request
- Private picnics
- Exercise/lap pool
- Japanese garden
- Covered parking
- Horse riding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Beach toys
Rooms Available
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King Room with Sea View
Guests will have a special experience as this double room provides a pool with a view. The double room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Max Occupancy: 3 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Mosquito net
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Plunge pool
- Shallow end
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Key card access
- Window
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Quadruple Room with Terrace
This quadruple room's standout feature is the pool with a view. The quadruple room offers air conditioning, a private entrance, a terrace with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 3 beds.
Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Plunge pool
- Shallow end
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Key card access
- Window
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Triple Room with Pool View
This triple room features a pool with a view. This air-conditioned triple room has a seating area, a patio, garden views and a private bathroom. The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Plunge pool
- Shallow end
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Key card access
- Window
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Triple Room with Pool View
This triple room features a pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower. The unit has a private entrance, garden views, a patio and chocolate is offered for guests. The unit has 2 beds.
Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Toilet
- Microwave
- Private bathroom
- Additional toilet
- Private entrance
- Dining area
- Electric kettle
- Toaster
- Cleaning products
- Coffee machine
- Linen
- Dining table
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Clothes rack
- Drying rack for clothing
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Plunge pool
- Shallow end
- Chocolate or cookies
- Trash cans
- Wine glasses
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Hypoallergenic pillow
- Key card access
- Window
Guest Reviews
- Keßler (10/5): -
- Francisco Solis Vargas (10/5): -
- Miguel (8/5): No hay comentario - El trato personal y la relación calidad/precio Había un árbol que botaba muchos frutos y a algunos huéspedes no los dejó dormir
- Melissa (10/5): excelente - todo
limpio
amables
- Castillo (7/5): - La piscina limpia y la amabilidad del personal. La ubicación, ya que hay que subir una cuesta muy alta se complica para un carro bajo,no hay nada de comida cerca se debe pedir por express.
- González (8/5): Acogedor y lindo lugar - El lugar la tranquilidad Que no había tv en las habitaciones
- FERNANDO ALBERTO (10/5): Un lugar imperdible para descansar y disfrutar de la magia de costa rica - La naturaleza que la rodea es impresionante, mucha vegetación y fauna. La ubicación está buena si vas en vehículo propio para moverte a las playas o ir a comprar comida. Porque no tiene nada cerca. Está increíble el lugar pero si tenes movilidad
- Kissy (10/5): 15/10 experience I loved my stay, the host was extremely nice, it was clean and jus really good vibes - It was very quiet, comfortable, relaxing, I had the place to myself so I really enjoyed my stay! Nothing, I think I would return if I’m back in the area it’s a hidden gem!
- MIRANDA (7/5): -
- Shlomi (10/5): -
- Guest (7/5): - Die Aussicht war schön. Das Zimmer okay, aber sehr einfach. In die Jahre gekommen. Pool müsste regelmässiger gereinigt werden. Von den beiden Zimmern im ersten Stock hat man Sicht auf den Pazifik. Nur diese beiden Zimmer.
- jerrome fillon (8/5): - La piscine au pied de la chambre Wc trop petit,
- Louisa (8/5): -
- Campos (10/5): -
- Uta (9/5): - Wir hatten ein Zimmer im Obergeschoss und einen großen Balkon für uns alleine. Inmitten hoher Bäume mit den schönsten Vögeln. Die Gemeinschaftsküche ist bestens ausgestattet. Obwohl die Straße nicht zu sehen ist, stören die Trucks mit ihren Motorbremsen. Ohne 4 wheeldrive ist die Anfahrt mühsam aber das ist in CR normal.
- Eva (8/5): - Muy buena ubicación, la piscina es muy agradable y las habitaciones tienen buen tamaño. El personal esta muy atento en todo momento, tuvimos un problema con la habitación y nos cambiaron enseguida. Había muchos insectos, aunque entendemos que era una cuestión de la localización (en la jungla) y era época. Fue el problema que tuvimos y nos ayudaron a solucionarlo.
- Carlos (5/5): -
- Palmer (10/5): Great place to stay,not far from whales tail beach . - Lovely views, sunset
Very helpful 😃 Nothing
- Luis Carlos (1/5): -
- Kimberly (9/5): - Muy lindo lugar, acogedor, limpio, cocina compartida muy bien equipada. Grettel muy amable y servicial. Poca señal en todo el área, aun con Wi Fi.
- Mathis (6/5): Endroit charmant et une hôte très accueillante - La piscine, la literie et notre hôte très gentille ainsi que bienveillante Indépendant de la volonté de notre hôte mais des clients présent dans l’hôtel à ce moment là ont été très déplacé envers ma compagne et même irrespectueux, nous avons donc écourté notre séjour… de plus le parking est un peu petit et l’accès pas des plus simple
- Mery (10/5): Mejorar el Internet - El lugar es pequeño, pero cómodo! El Internet, muy malo
- Britta (5/5): Schön, aber leider sehr laut - Das Zimmer war wie beschrieben, jedoch sollte man beachten, dass es recht klein ist und es keine Schränke gibt. Der Ausblick von den oberen Zimmern ist toll, denn man kann das Meer sehen, den Garten und Pool.
Die küche ist groß und war sauber. Es ist unfassbar laut. Der Lärm von der Straße ist extrem laut, Trucks, Motorroller, autos, es war der Wahnsinn....dazu Fluglärm. Unter der Woche ist es leider kaum auszuhalten, am Wochenende ein bisschen besser.
Außerdem sollte man beachten, dass man hier ohne Auto nirgends hinkommt. Es gibt keine Busse, die in die Stadt fahren und auch keine Gehwege, sodass man an der Straße entlang gehen kann. Es gibt auch keinen Laden oder Cafe, was fußläufig der Unterkunft zu erreichen ist. Nichts.
- Duarte (4/5): -
- Cynthia (10/5): - Excelente lugar
- Mena (10/5): Perfecta, tranquila, acogedora y limpia - La limpieza y tranquilidad del lugar, superó mis expectativas, la atención y facilidad de comunicarme con los encargados estuvo fenomenal, volvería mil veces de ser necesario. Me encantó Todo me gustó
- Milagros (10/5): Paz descanso - Tranquilo ambiente dentro de la naturaleza, la limpieza el orden muy bonito todo Todo conforme
- Teresa (6/5): -
- Cristhian (8/5): - La tranquilidad y la atención Que las habitaciones se ven más grandes en la fotos y en la realidad son más pequeñas y servicio sanitario
- Verena (9/5): - Die Unterkunft ist gut ausgestattet und schön mit dem
Pool. Morgens sieht man viele Vögel unter anderem auch Tulan. Schöne Natur drum herum Man braucht auf jeden Fall ein Roller/Auto oder muss immer Uber fahren, da es etwas ab vom
Schuss liegt. Dafür schön ruhig!
- Mely (1/5): No entiendo como booking permite este hotel en su página siempre he encontrado ahí hotetes muy responsables en cambio - No entra carro sencillo y no pudieron avisar ese detalle Manejamos durante 8 horas para llegar y la respuesta fue no podemos hacer nada en vez de avisar para que uno solucionar no hasta que uno llegara tarde cansado y sin saber ahora qué hacer ya habían más carros afuera y del personal pésimo exageradamente pésimo fuera de las habitaciones había gente ocupando información y la muchacha nadie sabía dónde estaba Y la respuesta que dio no puedo hacer nada talvez otro hotel les de alojamiento
- Soraya (8/5): - La ubicación cerca del parque nacional de Uvita y las vistas. Hay cocina compartida y nos quitaron de la nevera dos cervezas y un zumo.
- j (10/5): - Area of very expensive accomodations. For the money it was good. Clean and comfortable bed. Close to Ventanas beach and others but need vehicle. Near highway. Basic room and property in need of some renovation. Very nice, big , shared open kitchen area with all the equipment you need and a couple big tables.Small fridge in room. Nice shower amenities. Staff great. The stairs to the second level could be challenging if you are older or have big luggage as they are nonconforming. That is a narrow part and kind of steep with no handrail. No big deal but might matter. Pool area not inspired but there.
- Amador Garro (10/5): Fuimos a pasarla para el evento de Envision festival y era nuestra primera vez alojándonos en ese lugar y queremos volve - El lugar muy hermoso,la piscina perfecta la pasamos increíble el personal son muy amables No nada la verdad todo nos gustó a mí y mi pareja
- fernando (10/5): -
- Bernhard (6/5): - The Lodge is located close to some nice beaches and is a good starting point to visit the Ballena Nationalpark in Uvita. The owner is a nice lady that gives good recommendations to explore the area The rooms have very thin walls. You can hear literally every word that is being spoken by your neighbours. The facility needs some renovation. The water tap in our room didn't work. Airconditioning went on and off, the walls had big scratches, rust on the doors, toilet flush didn't work properly and so on.
- Cristian (9/5): Cocina impecable - Las instalaciones excelentes, sobre todo la cocina impecable equipada con buenos y diversos implementos, las habitaciones cómodas y la piscina muy limpia Poca aislacion de sonido entre habitaciones, en nuestra permanencia en lugar, la habitación del lado se paso haciendo ruido, moviendo cosas, hablando fuerte etc, a las 4 am, igual se entiende que no es culpa de la administración del lugar, pero quizas recalcar a los huespedes las normas del lugar.
- Kristensen (4/5): -
- Veerle (10/5): - Zwembad en Lodge
- cinthya castillo (10/5): -
- Marilyn Quiròs (8/5): - Me gusto el área de piscina... No me gusta que hay poca iluminación tanto en habitación como área de piscina, además es importante mencionar que la entrada es solo lastre, vehículos bajos pegan y es más complicado subir.
- Fallas Hidalgo (9/5): - La piscina aire acondicionado buen trato No está tan cerca de la playa
- Enrique Arguedas Montero (10/5): - La atención de su personal, muy atentos, siempre pendientes de que no falte nada y brindar un buen servicio Todo bien, en general como mejora podría sugerir mejorar el internet, se perdía de vez en cuando pero funcional
- Helena (9/5): Descanso y relax - El lugar, la piscina y el personal
- EDWAR (9/5): - Muy bonito casi todo Para ingresar es muy difícil para carro sedan.
- Daniela (10/5): Tranquilidad en armonía con la naturaleza - Excelente atención por parte de doña Gretel. Un lugar super acogedor muy tranquilo, las instalaciones muy lindas, bien cuidadas, una cocina compartida amplia y bien equipada, la piscina deliciosa y lo más importante muy bien atendida. Excelente servicio En la entrada al hotel, hay un camino bastante empinado. Recomiendo carro 4x4. Pero si conduces bien no abra problema.
- Sheila (10/5): - El lugar es increíble, no solo por que las instalaciones son bonitas, si no también por la ubicación. La chica que nos atendió muy amable. La rampa que hay para subir. Si el suelo está mojado, resbala bastante
- Nataliya (10/5): Beautiful hilltop lodge in Uvita with stunning views, great location, quick service, and good value. - Ballena Dorada Lodge is a beautiful place to stay in Uvita, located on a hill with scenic ocean views that are truly breathtaking. The pool area is lovely, perfect for relaxing, and the lodge is close to town, which makes getting around very convenient.
We really appreciated the awesome shared kitchen — well equipped with a large fridge, making it easy to cook and store food during our stay.
The lodge does need some renovation, and we did experience a few issues with the AC, toilet flush, and no water in the sink. However, once we called, everything was fixed right away, and the staff handled it professionally. We were also given a discount because of these issues, which we truly appreciated.
Our room was comfortable, with a great hot shower, coffee maker, and fridge. One important tip: make sure your room has air conditioning, as there are two rooms that only have fans.
Parking is available on the side of the property, though it can be a bit tricky to access, especially for larger vehicles.
Overall, the price is reasonable, the views are amazing, and the location is excellent. Despite a few small issues, the quick response and fair pricing made a positive impression. We would definitely come back. Needs renovation
- Gonzalo Sanchez (5/5): Falta invertirle y que limpien bien - Piscina Baño, ropa de cama sucia.
- Fran (10/5): -
- José (10/5): -
- Laila (7/5): -
- Oscar (8/5): -
- Acosta Carvajal (7/5): Podría ser mejor. - La piscina. Habitación, área del inodoro y baño muy estrechos, ventilador y no aire acondicionado, partes metálicas de la habitación muy descuidadas por oxidación. Ingreso al hotel un poco incómodo.
- Natalia (8/5): - El alojamiento está lejos pero con unas vistas increíbles.Tienes para hacerte el desayuno El baño me tenía espejos y las puertas oxidadas del baño
- Andrey Méndez (9/5): -
- Maverick (10/5): -
- Maritza (7/5): Convenable, propre - Endroit entouré de nature, un peu vieillot, petite piscine propre et belle, hôtes très accueillants, douche avec eau chaude, cuisine et salle à manger ouverte â tous chambre propre mais vieillotte, porte de toilette compliquèe à fermer, pas de lumière dans la douche, pas de proposition de petit déjeuner, on a dû payer cash et ce n'était pas indiqué lors de la réservation sur booking.com... on a dû trouver des guichets automatiques sur le chemîn...
- Barbosa (6/5): Hay muchas cosas que necesitan mejorar - La cocina y la piscina La habitación descuidada.
El acceso al lugar no es adaptado a vehículos pequeños, si llueve no pueden subir al lugar.
Deberían buscar una solución rápida
- Iliana (10/5): Tranquila y familiar - Ambiente familiar, tranquilo y buena limpieza la entrada a las cabinas no es asfaltada
- Pablo (9/5): - La atención, las instalaciones y la limpieza El acceso es un poco complicado para automóvil
- Peter (10/5): -
- Jose Pablo (10/5): -
- Daniela (8/5): -
- Juan Pablo (10/5): -
- Anny (7/5): -
- Ademar (10/5): Mi paseo 10 de 10 - La cama con las cortinas y la. Piscina... Baño un poco pequeño pero funciona algunos tomas no funcionaron
- Juan (3/5): - No es lo que dicen que es
- Salazar (7/5): - La vista y que incluía piscina y cocina Que la habitación no tenía aire acondicionado y no se especifica y que la entrada es bastante fea para carro que no es 4x4
- Adri (8/5): - No hay algo relevante q me haya gustado Ubicación deben indicar q preferible 4x4
- Olatz (10/5): - Nos ha encantado el alojamiento. Es un lugar muy acogedor, rodeado de vegetación muy cuidada y una piscina en el centro ideal para darse un baño.
La atención ha sido muy buena, son muy agradables y muy atentas.
- Toby (1/5): Not Really a Hotel - Nothing. No one there to meet us. Everything. Hard to locate, difficult to access, parking unsafe, rooms not ready, not really a hotel. Did not and couldn't stay.
- Mejias (5/5): Más o menos - El hotel es muy bonito Lo que no me gustó fue el ingreso, ya que el hotel no menciona que la carretera es súper empinada, los carros patinan y luego el ingreso propio del hotel es una cuesta horrible. Cuando llegamos había un carro en una cubeta que no pudo subir.
- Susana (5/5): - Tiene un comedor compartido, puedes llevar alimentos para cocinar ahí, ambiente familiar sano, se escucha sonidos de la naturaleza y la piscina es bonita tiene una parte pequeña para niños La habitaciones son pequeñas, baño y servicio por aparte muy pequeños, le falta un poco de mantenimiento, no hay televisor
- Maribel (10/5): - Excelente trato y las instalaciones muy limpias y lindas, lo volvería a elegir
- Nicole (7/5): -
- RAFAEL (9/5): Great !! Thanks wonderful Greta - The staff is incredibly, and the property really nice. Maybe the bathroom not very big, but really clean and price /value incredible
- Karla (8/5): Bonito - Me gustó mucho la piscina y la cocina super equipada No me gustó para NADA el tamaño del sanitario y la ducha, son DIMINUTOS.
- Donald (10/5): Exceptional -
- Michelle (10/5): Feels like a local experience. - This was a great vibe! The outdoor/common space was great! It was quiet for sleeping the ac worked well. Our morning coffee was the best while hearing the monkeys and birds! The jungle experience outside is super cool too. Loved the host! Friendly and nice. Short drive to great beaches. Nothing to dislike.
- Elizabeth (1/5): This place is Fraud. The photos are enhanced to make look great but is not True . - Nothing No reception, no one to ask for assistance even the phone contact doesn't answer after hours.
This place is a backpackers paradise. All the photos on the website are enhanced and staged, when you get there us a completely different thing . I'm a paraplegic I ask and call for help I never got, it was a long night in a horrible coiled mat, I hurt all night no where to sit confortable . This is a Scam. Horrible place. Non handicap friends. No water ir food available. This place Sucks. I want my money back .
- Brent (7/5): decent place - decent view from the upper floor accommodation balcony access to property was very steep and may be an issue without 4x4 especially in the rain
lots of construction on the property during our stay
not nearly as close to the beach as advertised
- Tadeja (6/5): OK, but not value for money. - The pool is nice and the shared kitchen. The rooms are not well kept nor clean.
- Enrico (10/5): Exceptional -
- Laura (6/5): Small but nice - The kitchen was well equipped and the beds were confortable. The room and in particular the bathroom were extremely small. The room is not suitable for friends as there is absolutely no privacy or space.
- Manuel (9/5): Short stay during a longer trip - The staff was friendly and did their best to help us out when we had to check-in a little bit late. The property was nice and the beds were comfortable for a good night of sleep. The location of the hotel is difficult to access. The road is steep and climbing up to the hotel was difficult for our car.
- Catalina (9/5): Superb -
- Janice (10/5): Exceptional -
- Kristian (8/5): Great forest stay with close proximity to beach. - Excellent location if forest is something you are looking for. Parking is on site and communal kitchen is clean. Pool was clean and well maintained. Wasn't easy to find at first.
- Chandler (5/5): Passable -
- Katie (7/5): Good - The staff, the pool (which was shady). The kitchen is great and very social. Very small toilet. There were some building works going on nearby which was noisy but when I mentioned it to the staff they got on the phone straight away and it quietened down. The rooms are quite small for two people but it was still good value for the money.
- Stuttard (9/5): Superb - Pool was lovely!
- Wesley (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing location to see wildlife and the pool was perfect. Staff are amazing and friendly.Fully recommend visiting
- Brent/maureen (7/5): Quiet relax except for however monkeys who we enjoyed to hear - Very small room and pool area made it uncomfortable especially when facility was full. Beach nearby but no access except we met a property owner who let us pas through. Local restaurant does not appreciate walk through. Manager very helpful with private cab etc. Shared kitchen area nice and also large. No stove though. Nice Jungle space around facility. Very steep hill to navigate to property especially if walking. No siding on highway to walk safely. Was offered upgrade but no air conditioning in those rooms. Toilet are very tight as is rest of bath and shower. No shampoo or soap.
- Brent/maureen (7/5): Especially nice when low vacancy - Nice jungle location. Good management onsite. Shared kitchen large and all conveniences but cooktop and oven. Nice oil but tiny. Rooms too small for comfort. Beach nearby but no real access. Resort too small when full as pool very small and spaces around it.
- Jiangdong (4/5): This is a property at the lower end. - Relatively easy access from highway. A small garden The owner unfortunately doesn’t speakEnglish. One of the rooms of second floor not clean. The water not drinkable. Can be noisy at night from highway
- Ellen (6/5): The beauty of nature was dazzling throughout the day! - The pool, the forest setting, the beach views the sunsets and the kitchen were amazing, The staff was friendly and helped us with transportation, The air conditioning was excellent, The place was an excellent choice for adventurous backpackers or people who wanted to be far from the crowded atmosphere of Uvita, The location was very far from Uvita, and supermarkets although there was one restaurant within walking distance, The one taxi we used was overpriced, The bunk beds were relatively uncomfortable and the top bunk was not readily accessible for an older person, The bathroom toilet and shower stall were tiny although equipped with the latest in fixtures,
- Catherine (8/5): Very good -
- Terri (10/5): Exceptional -
- Marlene (8/5): Value for money - I like the view of the sunset and the staff pool was nice and well cared for Room very basic small - no hot water -no mini-fridge
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