Alma de Ojochal

Name: Alma de Ojochal
Address: Calle Perezoso, Ojochal, cr

Location: Calle Perezoso , Ojochal, cr

Star Rating: 3 Stars

Property Type: Hotels

About this Property

Luxurious Amenities
Alma de Ojochal offers a range of luxurious amenities, including a sparkling swimming pool, a relaxing furnished terrace, and rejuvenating massage services.

Modern Accommodations
Experience contemporary-style accommodations equipped with essential conveniences such as air conditioning, a safety box, and stunning sea views. Each room and suite also boasts a coffee maker, a fridge, and complimentary Wi-Fi access.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in delectable dishes at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar, which serves a variety of international beverages.

Ready to elevate your vacation experience? Book your stay at Alma de Ojochal now and make unforgettable memories.

Important Information

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Policies

Check-in: 03:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Check-out: 12:00 PM

Amenities & Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Terrace
Fax/photocopying
Tour desk
Car hire
Massage services
Packed lunches
Concierge service
Evening entertainment
Adult only
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
CCTV outside property
Process in place to check health of guests
Television in common areas
Free wired internet
Golfing on site
Scuba diving on site
Snorkeling on site
Beach umbrellas
Pool sun loungers
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Internet access
Housekeeping on request
Wine release events
Exercise/lap pool
Japanese garden
Fishing nearby
Horse riding nearby
Swimming nearby
Vegetarian menu options available
Paddle boating nearby
Accessible train station shuttle
No accessible train station shuttle

Rooms Available

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

1 Queen Bed
322-sq-foot room, furnished balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Separate sitting area
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, safe, and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping
Accessibility - Wheelchair accessible
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private pool
- Wardrobe or closet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Daily housekeeping
- Yard
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- In-room massage available
- Free WiFi
- Furnished balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Change of towels (on request)
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

2 Queen Beds
484-sq-foot room, furnished balcony/patio with ocean views

Layout - Bedroom and sitting area
Relax - Private pool; in-room massage available
Internet - Free WiFi
Entertainment - 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels and streaming services
Food & Drink - Mini-fridge and room service (limited hours)
Sleep - Bed sheets
Bathroom - 3 bathrooms, shower, free toiletries, and a hair dryer
Practical - Yard, safe, and wardrobe or closet
Comfort - Fresh towels (on request), air conditioning, and daily housekeeping
Non-Smoking
Room is accessed via exterior corridors
Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Private pool
- Wardrobe or closet
- Room service (limited hours)
- Daily housekeeping
- Yard
- Ceiling fan
- Separate sitting area
- Access via exterior corridors
- In-room massage available
- Free WiFi
- Furnished balcony or patio
- Bedsheets provided
- Smart TV
- Change of towels (on request)
Villa with Private Pool

The private pool is a top feature of this villa. Boasting a private entrance, this air-conditioned villa comes with 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a shower. Guests will find a refrigerator, kitchenware, an oven and a microwave in the well-fitted kitchen. The villa also includes a barbecue. Featuring a terrace with sea views, this villa also features a washing machine and a flat-screen TV. The unit has 4 beds.

Max Occupancy: 6 (6 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Shower
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Seating Area
- Fan
- Microwave
- Washing machine
- Private bathroom
- Kitchen
- Private entrance
- Sofa
- Electric kettle
- Private pool
- Tumble dryer
- Wardrobe or closet
- Oven
- Barbecue
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Dining table
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Board games/puzzles
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Key access
Queen Room with Sea View

This room features 1 Queen-size bed, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fan, safety box and wardrobe. The bathroom has free toiletries. It also includes coffee maker, a fridge and sea views.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Pool towels
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
Suite with Sea View

This suite features 1 King-size bed and 1 sofa bed, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fan, safety box and wardrobe. The bathroom comes with free toiletries. It also includes coffee maker, a fridge and sea views.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Pool towels
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
King Room with Sea View

Overlooking the sea, this air-conditioned room features 1 king-size bed, free Wi-Fi, a fan and a safe. It also includes a coffee maker and a fridge. The bathroom has free toiletries.

Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Toilet
- Private bathroom
- Interconnected room(s) available
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Pool towels
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access
Double Room

The spacious double room provides air conditioning, a mini-bar, a terrace with sea views as well as a private bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max Occupancy: 4 (4 Adults)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Minibar
- Shower
- Safety deposit box
- TV
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Refrigerator
- Fan
- Private bathroom
- Tile/marble floor
- Electric kettle
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- Terrace
- Outdoor dining area
- Clothes rack
- Toilet paper
- Pool towels
- Trash cans
- Shampoo
- Conditioner
- Body soap
- Socket near the bed
- Fire extinguisher
- Key access

Guest Reviews

Montero Marin (10/5): Paz - Es un lugar para desconectarse. La ubicación espectacular. El personal muy cálido. No aplica. Todo excelente.
Raul (8/5): -
claude (9/5): Authentique avec beaucoup de charme - Petit hôtel avec beaucoup de charme, une belle vue sur forêt tropicale et au loin la mer, un personnel très accueillant et à vos services L’accès nécessite un 4x4
Brigitte (9/5): Petit hôtel sympathique bien entretenu tout confort . Bon repas le soir . Le matin petit déjeuner correct … service un p - Le calme . Le jardin au milieu de la jungle . La gentillesse du personnel La route d’accès
Kathrin (10/5): Eine perfekte Unterkunft mit tollem Personal. Die Zimmer sind der Hammer und der Meeresblick auch. Das Essen ist top und - Alles !!! Die steile Anfahrt ;-)
Solomon (9/5): Much beauty in its simplicity.Fabulous staff. Best breakfast ever -
Andrée-Anne (10/5): -
Bronwyn (9/5): A very quiet, peaceful place to stay. - The rooms were lovely with amazing views off your private balcony. The pool was wonderful and the gardens are very beautiful. The road to get up to the hotel is in terrible shape and the driveway is so steep. It’s not for the faint of heart. The hotel needs better lighting on the driveway because it’s very hard to find it in the dark. The sign was hard to see in these to be lit up!
Roman (5/5): -
Marco (10/5): Prachtig. - We hadden de villa geboekt. Dat is echt een sprookje. Zo mooi en prachtig uitzicht. Privé zwembad voor de afkoeling. Het personeel is zo vriendelijk, Anna, de journalist en de kok. Lekker eten en heel veel vogels te spotten vanaf het terras. Alles was goed.
Campos Chinchilla (9/5): - Un lugar espectacular 👌, el.personal demasiado atento y especial, súper amables , serviciales y siempre sonrientes y dispuestos a ayudar. La comida...demasiado exquisita, definitivamente volveremos porque nos encantó todo. Gracias al staff (Ana, Mayra, Will, al Chef )personas mágicas para un lugar mágico...gracias, gracias !!! Lo.indiqué directamente al staff
Nancy (10/5): - Paysage à couper le souffle! Chambre propre et personnel attentif.
Linda (8/5): - Nette kleine Unterkunft mit einigen Schönheitsfehlern. Wir waren die einzigen Gäste, was sehr angenehm war. Großes Zimmer, in dem gerne in den Ecken etwas besser hätte geputzt werden können. Die tote Motte, die bei unserer Ankunft auf dem Boden lag, wurde erst am 3. Tag weg geputzt. Die Gläser und Tassen habe ich nach 3 Tagen zum Spülen ins Restaurant gebracht. Ich hatte erwartet, dass sie bei der Zimmerreinigung ausgetauscht werden. Das Zimmer war groß genug, dass 2 Kofferablagen Platz gefunden hätten und die Koffer hätten nicht auf dem Boden liegen müssen. Schöner Pool, einige Liegen sind kaputt (war uns egal, da ausser uns niemand da war) Kleine Frühstücksauswahl. Unsere Sonderwünsche wurden erfüllt, was toll war! Beim Personal war von etwas unfreundlich bis total freundlich alles dabei....
Paul (10/5): Exceptional -
Rodrigo (10/5): - Great food and friendly staff!
Alejandra (10/5): Un lugar perfecto para descansar - Un lugar sencillo y lindo, el personal muy amable.
Jeremy (8/5): Pleasant hotel with friendly staff offering a wonderful pool and good views. - Useful location breaking up the drive from Quepos to Osa. Hilltop location with wonderful sunset views. Great pool. Shares location with The Bamboo Room, which had lively entertainment the night we were there. Very noisy cicadas made it hard to sleep by the pool :)
Lori (10/5): This is a warm and friendly quiet stay. - I loved everything! Julie and Eddie the managers were so friendly and informative. The road
Lee (6/5): Pleasant -
Agnieszka (10/5): - Fantastic views, nice very clean room with a spacious covered deck. Very pleased restaurant with simple but surprisingly tasty menu and cocktails.
Roger (9/5): Beautiful hotel with lovely sea views - Extremely beautiful setting and well maintained hotel. Amazing sea views from whole property. Pristine room with extremely spacious balcony. Breakfast was not very substantial and only offered one cup of coffee
Seth (9/5): Superb - Beautiful views, gracious host, nice breakfast. The only downside was the road to get there and the very steep ramp to the property.
Sue (10/5): The perfect intimate get away - The property was beautiful. A small, intimate property where we got to watch monkeys in the palm trees and the ocean from our bed. It was wonderful. The food was great - the restaurant served a great selection and breakfast was perfect. Eddie was a star on reception and in the restaurant. It couldn’t have been better.
Oscar (6/5): Vale por el esfuerzo de la gerente. - El hotel es para estar tranquilo y relajado, la estadía fue buena y el servicio que Yuli la gerente intenta dar es muy bueno, aunque el personal no ayuda mucho. Lo terrible fue la comida, el desayuno estaba incluido, pero como el hotel tiene un servicio de compra de los desayunos con el restaurante de las instalaciones, no hay buen servicio. Por lo malo de las comidas, no pudimos comer allí y salimos fuera. Las habitaciones tienen una puerta de vidrio por donde entra la luz muy temprano, no hay problema si te quieres ir de paseo, pero cuesta quedarse a dormir tarde. El lugar es muy bonito.
Mario (7/5): I miss the music we enjoyed a few years ago - Fine Music
Thomas (10/5): - great view
Merijn Privé (8/5): Relaxing - Very nice intimate hotel with a very beautiful sunset. They crew is helpful, can make delicious cocktails and make nice food in the restaurant with so now and then live music.
Susan (10/5): - Julie was wonderful. The food was delicious. I loved floating in the pool at night & looking at the stars.
Silverstein (8/5): Very good -
TODD (2/5): - Booked through Expedia and property was closed. Closes at 9pm and didn't answer their phone between 830-9pm. Charged for a room that we couldn't use. Zero communication from this place. They don't care and Expedia doesn't care.
John (10/5): see above - gorgeous view enjoyed the wind and rain storm from my balcony off season so restaurant closed and room not entirely equipped(coffee and fridge and bathroom) but minor things and overall lovely, lots of birds after the rain
Luis (10/5): - Great view
David (8/5): Very good -
Siro (9/5): Superb -
Robyn (10/5): - Rooms were clean and modern, good shower and bathroom facilities, with a view for sunrise and wonderful terrace for sunset viewing over pacific. Staff were friendly courteous and helpful, breakfast was delicious and the pool overlooking valleys on both pacific and mountain sides was an incredible place to rest and relax! All for an excellent deal as well!
Jimgpage (10/5): We loved our stay at Alma de Ojochal! - Breakfast was delicious, view from our upper balcony room was spectacular. We saw monkeys and birds! Nothing
Veronica (9/5): Great hotel not much in town - the view were amazing, the pool was very nice, the gardens beautifully done. the food was excellent (except the beans and rice). in the morning and night we could hear the animals in the jungle. The road is a steep hill not well maintained. we eventually could drive it but the car got hit underneath by the rocks. This is a couples hotel so my 25 year old daughter was bored. there were not many activities around except for the beaches. we did not see any wildlife except for iguanas.
Terri (10/5): Exceptional -
John (7/5): Cute hotel, great staff, amazing views, cool Bamboo Bar attached. - This property has a gorgeous view of a valley and the ocean in the distance. It also has a fun bar / restaurant called the Bamboo Room as part of the property. The drive to the property is only possible with a 4x4 and the last 75 meters to the parking lot are up a 45 degree incline dual strip track. It is hard to get to. Like everything in Costa Rica, it's just expensive for what it is.
Kristiane (7/5): Overall good stay -
Claire (5/5): Passable - Comfortable room with balcony, excellent views. Not friendly service, there was no water in our room for 12 hours and nobody said anything we had to ask what the problem was. When asking for some bottled water we were told there was none!
Owen (10/5): Exceptional - Everything! This place is an absolute gem and I really wish we had more nights here. Excellent value for money. The view from our balcony was sensational and we spotted a white faced monkey, agouti and many different birds in just a few hours of being there. The staff were so friendly and helpful, and the food at Bamboo was delicious. It's all about that view though. Just be aware that the road up to the hotel is a gravel track, quite steep in places. The final bit is the driveway which is concrete but super steep so be ready for it. Our two wheel drive rental managed it OK but there was a bit of wheel spin. Worth it when you get there though.
Annette (7/5): Good - Location was good and the staff were great. Beautiful spot. Great breakfast. Room was small. Put luggage in front of door as there was not enough space. Unable to walk to toilet with bathroom door open.
Karine (10/5): Wonderful Stay - wow! everything is perfect, the view, the installations, the room, the equipment, the service! Nothing
Daryl (10/5): We would love to return to this beautiful hotel! - Beautiful property; exceptional views from private balcony. Bedrooms are quite small but very comfortable beds. Excellent breakfast; the staff were very nice. Beautiful pool. wish we could have stayed for the live music. Steep drive up the mountain- you need a 4wd. Can’t walk to anything from the hotel.
Gina (9/5): Pura Vida every morning a good cup of coffee & sunshine & breakfast & wildlife & incredible views - Julie immediately reached out to connect with me regarding the tremendous opportunities the area offers. She went above and beyond helping us as we stayed in South Pacific for 2 weeks even when we were not staying at Alma de Ojochal at that time. Allan and Magaly and other staff were very friendly and helped us truly feel the Pura Vida.
Verified traveler (4/5): No shower, good view - Bed was comfortable, view was great, but stay was unpleasant overall. For the considerable price, no help with luggage. Remote location on dirt road. Mosquitos in room. Loud groaning air conditioner. Weak breakfast of fruit, bottled juice, unseasoned eggs and plain toast woth no butter or jam. They could not break a $100 bill. Worst, we got no shower but a trickle of cold water. No apology or compensation. Don't come here.
John (10/5): - Terrific staff and a stunning location made for a relaxing stay at this 5 room hotel. Their fish tacos washed down with a Ginger Zinger are a must try!
Sally (10/5): - This place is absolutely spectacular! The view is beyond amazing. The food was good. The pool was very pleasant. The gardens are gorgeous. The staff was polite but not overly warm.
Barbara (10/5): Elegant boutique hotel overlooking the ocean -
A (10/5): Exceptional -
Stefanie (9/5): Superb - Ants on balcony.
German (7/5): Good -
Donna (10/5): Beautiful tranquil stay in tasteful accomodations conveniently located for exploring Costa Rica - Beautiful property with outstanding views overlooking the jungle towards the sea and the backdrop of the mountains. Exemplary staff, rooms appointed and tastefully decorated. Will return for home base to explore more of Costa Rica.
Daniel (10/5): - Allen was amazing, the room is comfortable, the pool was great, the breakfast was delicious & we would definitely return!
Liaska (10/5): Exceptional -
Verified traveler (10/5): Great getaway! - Great little get away spot. Quiet, extremely clean,friendly staff. View is good on the ocean but not as good as some other hotels in the ares.
Mark (10/5): - The drive up is a bit hairy,but very worth the time. Fantastic staff. Great place.
Mark (10/5): - Highly recommend for the views and location. Beautiful property. Owner and staff were fantastic. Restraunt on site was an added bonus.
Aleesa (10/5): Wonderful Hotel! Loved staying there! - This was one of the best hotels we've stayed while visiting Costa Rica. This hotel is privately owned by John & Janet and they were amazing hosts. The breakfast in the morning was incredible. The on-site resturant was amazing. Shout out to both Geiner and Yuly who made our stay great. We loved our room and watching the wildlife every morning right outside our balcony. I would highly recommend this hotel.
Catherine (10/5): - The most peaceful location, truly beautiful view. Woke up to Toucans, parrots and woodpeckers right by my balcony. Breakfast made to order, good coffee, crystal clear pool.
Verified traveler (8/5): Three Night Stay - Beautiful spot with nice, comfortable rooms. There was a sloth hanging out the first day. Nice pool! AC! The owner John is a really good and cool guy, I liked his company. The only negative- I booked a three night stay and came to find out the second day, the kitchen was closed. The property is remote and not easy to access food. I was aggravated enough by it where I booked transportation the for next day and left early.
Kathrin (10/5): - Great place to stay, rooms are clean with modern bathrooms. The live music in the evenings is amazing too! Thanks John for having us ☺️
Yoko (10/5): Place to be - Great staff, amazing view, nothing bad to tell you!
Annie (10/5): Stay in paradise - It was amazing! Beautiful room and the view, oh my god!
CindiyJan (10/5): - La Alma de Ojochal is a lovely boutique hotel! We stayed for four nights and enjoyed every minute. We enjoyed a live show with Ken and John and a live show performed by Shorty Hills while we were there. The room was comfortable (the bed was heavenly) and the newly remodeled bathrooms were gorgeous! Our favorite spot was the balcony where we enjoyed a serenade by 8 toucans 15 meters away. Scarlet Macaws cruised in the early morning and a lot of other beautiful bird species entertained us. The breakfast by José was AMAZING and our friend Alan made sure we were taken care of. The pool area is beautiful. The owner, John, is kind and welcoming. I would give him an A as a host. We thoroughly enjoyed chatting with him. He is also an EXTREMELY talented musician! We live in San Mateo, CR, and have traveled extensively throughout the country. La Alma de Ojochal is our new home away from home in the Southern Zone! We will be back! Thank you John, Janet and staff for a wonderful experience! 😘❤️
Doron (10/5): Cozy, super clean, amazingly comfortable - We were honored to be Alma Ojochal's first guests since the pandemic. John and Janet received us with open arms (or elbows actually, since we maintained social distancing). We were there for 1 night, but it was fabulous. Each room has a balcony with ocean view. The bed and pillow were extremely comfortable. Pool area was awesome! Looking forward next time to catch one of their live music shows
Verified traveler (10/5): - Lovely setting with good food and excellent service. Live, local music Wed-Sat. A great time!
Brendon (10/5): - Gorgeous view, friendly staff, tranquil, lots of birds. Great music at the Bamboo Room.
Mike (10/5): My favorite place to stay in the area! - This is my favorite place to stay in the area! You cannot beat the location! The views are stunning in every direction, the pool is awesome, the food is amazing, the rooms are very comfortable, the live music is always super fun and the owners are great people! I highly recommend staying at least two nights to enjoy the whole experience!
L (10/5): - Beautiful place. Great service. Good food. 4wd only
Verified traveler (8/5): - I liked where it was located but I didn't like the steep hill where the hotel was located. Getting in and out was a bit of a challenge.
Verified traveler (10/5): Lovely spot, great service - Lovely spot, great service
Bethany (10/5): Fabulous property with views, music and food - We had a great 3 night stay at alma de Ojochal, the room was wonderful, comfy king size bed, view of the jungle looking over the ocean, super clean, fridge and coffee maker in the room. I saw each morning and watched the birds fly outside of my balcony... so relaxing. The hotel is connected to the Bamboo House that has music 7 nights a week, no worries you cant' hear it from your room, food and music are great. Pool is nice and breakfast is included... great price for a wonderful property!
Marni (10/5): - We had a great time at this boutique hotel. John and Janet are the owners and are very personable. The staff seems to really care that you have a nice experience and everyone works together. Owner John also plays music at the on-site restaurant, The Bamboo Room, and we had a great time eating dinner and listening to music in this open air restaurant. Overall had a very pleasant stay and will return again if we go back to Costa Rica.
Dan (8/5): - Great staff. Good restaurant and bar. Good bar entertainment. Good breakfast. Great view of ocean. Road to hotel is 1/2 mile and dirt and requires a 4wd, but well worth it.
Tim (10/5): - This place was amazing, John and Janet are the best hosts ever. If you want to enjoy a secluded, private hotel, great staff, great food, this is your place to stay. There’s only 5 rooms at this great hotel so it’s very private, you get to enjoy a beautiful view of the jungle and beach from your patio. John and Janet can help you with any tours you would like to do. There Bamboo room has a live band every night. I can say much more about this hotel and staff but if you’re traveling to Costa Rica, you should come find out yourself. Thank you John and Janet, you made our trip to Costa Rica a memorable one.
Verified traveler (10/5): Great boutique hotel in every way. - Wonderful views of the ocean and the mountains from our room as it had windows and terraces facing both . Great bar and restaurant on site with beautiful sunset view. Live entertainment with requests from guests welcome. Hospitable owners and staff. Very close to a beach where turtles nest and we were lucky enough to see some released to the ocean !
Ellie (10/5): Lovely, quiet hotel with stunning views. - We stayed 4 nights at Alma de Ojochal and enjoyed each one. Owned by Canadians, the hotel price includes breakfast with lots of fruit, eggs any style, coffe and juice. The eating area overlooks the Pacific Ocean, a beautiful garden and a pool. You can also have dinner there. The area is very convenient to all the activities in the Ballena area. John and Janet, the owners, will help you find your way to anywhere you want to go. John is also a musician and plays at the adjacent night club almost every night. Fun place to go with great drinks and dinner if you want it too. Fortunately, there is no sound that seeps into the units at the hotel. Something to note - when you approach the very steep but short driveway to the hotel for the first time, it can be a bit daunting. But after you do it once (put even your automatic rental car in low), it will be easier and not as scary.
Tom (10/5): Our new favorite hotel in Costa Rica - My wife and I live in Playa Flamingo on the northern Pacific coast of Costa Rica. The last time we ventured south of Dominical on the southern Pacific coast (4 years ago) the road was terrible and we turned back. I'm happy to report the road is now greatly improved - and there is a great new hotel to serve as our destination. It is an intimate setting on the mountainside overlooking the ocean with only five rooms in total. They offer great hospitality, great food, live music every night (also great), and beautiful views of the beaches and surrounding mountains. We spent the morning whale watching and the afternoon at the pool. We definitely intend to go back.
Verified traveler (10/5): Beautiful Place - Me and my girlfriend stayed two nights and it was a great experience. I definitely look forward to staying here again!
richard (8/5): - Outstanding location with great view of ocean. Rooms a little tired but owner plans to gut remodel this year - restaurant and bar fun place - entertainment nightly -
Verified traveler (8/5): Nice Mountain/Close-to-the-beach Hotel - Great staff. Love the restaurant food and Jon's live music (very talented). We really enjoy our short stay. I hope to come back.
Verified traveler (10/5): Great Jungle escape close to beaches and fun! - This hotel is absolutely stunning, beautiful views, good food and extremely helpful staff. Live music every night at the restaurant. Cannot stress how beautiful the property is and how helpful the staff are. We didn't want to leave.
Teresa and Bob (10/5): Good food, good people, good music, good life! - So when we arrived after a long day of travel, we were greeted with a cold beer from the owners Janet and John. We felt an immediate connection with Janet, John, and the entire staff of the resort. The live entertainment, and food were excellent. We stayed for 10 days and met people from all over the world. We had a blast with all the locals. Yes it is possible to get to it with a two wheel drive trust me. There is a lot to do and see in the area. Very much enjoyed our stay. We will be back in the future but maybe as a local. Good food, good people, good music, good life. Thanks Bob and Teresa M.
Verified traveler (10/5): Gorgeous ocean view! - It's a little slice of heaven. Great nightly entertainment, lovely room, gorgeous sunsets. Paradise.
Verified traveler (10/5): Romantic Boutique Hotel - The hotel was absolutely beautiful. The owners were Canadian and were so warm and welcoming. They were extremely helpful and made sure we had everything we needed.
2 weeks in CR (10/5): Lovely scenic small niche hotel perched on the hil - This was my best hotel in Costa Rica this far. John and his wife are from Canada and are living the dream. Perched on a ridge on a hill, with only five rooms, but a lovely pool and restaurant and bar overlooking the ocean and daily sunsets, this was perfect. I especially loved the daily live entertainment in the restaurant-bar.
Chuck (10/5): Nice ocean view. - The Alma was a great hotel. The breakfast tasted great every morning, the view was awesome being a mile from the Pacific Ocean, but up on a hill so we could see every sunset. The staff was very friendly at the restaurant, and the nightly music was nice to listen to. I would definitely come here again. The Ojochal area is filled with great Tico's, American, Canadian, & European retirees that all get along great. A lot of people speak both English and Spanish in this area which is very helpful to us on vacation. Most menus in this area are in both languages.
Paul (10/5): Doesn't Get Any Better ! - My second time here and I wasn't disappointed. I discovered a new way to get there..FLY ! I didn't realize there was an airport nearby..a flight to or from San Jose a mere 20 minutes. The hosts and staff will go out of their ways to ensure your 100% comfort and satisfaction. You can't leave here unhappy! Like the big Austrian guy said, well be back!!
Verified traveler (10/5): Great view! Awesome restaurant and best staff! - The room has an amazing view from your own private balcony. The owners and staff are highly accomatating and have a great restaurant. Wish we stayed longer!
Adrian S (10/5): Perfect way to close our Vacation - The hotel was perfect for our last night in Costa Rica. We had a spectacular view and our room was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. We were allowed to check in early because the rooms were ready. Hotel staff was extremely nice and gave us great tips on where to go to the beach. The breakfast was good, the pool was also nice. I don't have a single complaint.
Sean (10/5): Great view rooms and friendly staff - Stayed 4 nights in mid August. Could not ask for a better experience. Easy check in and out. Great owners and staff, Bamboo Room eatery next door is part of the same property. Good food, drinks, live music every night, ocean view tables, convenient location. Highly recommend for couples.
Ryan (10/5): Even better than we expected! - We knew from our arrival that this was a special place. After parking, we walked to the reception area and were greeted by Juan Carlo. He was incredibly courteous and welcoming. We were showed to our rooms, where he pointed out little features that were available to us, and how to make our stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible. We dropped our suitcases and were immediately drawn to the VERY large balcony overlooking the immediate jungle and the crashing waves on the coast. The balcony was perfect for enjoying a cup of coffee and reading a book when the afternoon rains came in. The bed was comfy and the room felt very light and airy, thanks to the tall ceilings and white linens. The bathroom was more than adequate with a sizable shower area and taller counter for the sink. For dinner we opted to try the restaurant on-site the first night, The Bamboo Room. We loved it so much, we decided to skip the other well-reviewed and highly rated restaurants in the area because we felt like we found our spot. Breakfast each morning was simple, but very tasty. The views, as mentioned before, were an absolutely stunning way to start each day. This truly felt like we had been welcomed into the home of an old friend you haven't seen in a while. Do not waste you time and money looking at other more expensive places. This place really is the ALMA ("Soul" in Spanish) of Ojochal.
kris&chris (10/5): Beautiful sunset views - We stayed here for 3 nights and it was fantastic. We spent 2 nights in an upper level room which had an amazing balcony for watching the sunsets. We enjoyed it so much we stayed an extra night in one of the more spacious downstairs rooms. The onsite resteraunt was also good, and had live music every night, try the fish tacos! Owners are lovely and full of good recommendations for local activities and sights. Staff was friendly and accomodating. By far one of the best places we stayed in Costa Rica!
Nancy (10/5): Can I give the Alma a 20 out of 5? - We stayed at the Alma and it couldn't have been better. The staff were incredible--everyone from John the owner to the assistant managers, waiters, and cleaners. We felt so welcomed and really enjoyed our three days there. Everyone kept asking if we needed anything to make our stay better. The room was great and the bathroom well equipped. The huge covered deck area with a stunning view and frig were a great bonus. The restaurant was excellent too--we ended up eating there two of the three nights. Reasonable prices and great quality. I can't wait to go back. Just superb!!
Ryan (10/5): Best location and hotel in costa rica - Booked for one night stayed for 3. Its that kind of place.
Kim (10/5): excellent Stay - This was our second time staying at the hotel and it was as great as before.
Matthew (10/5): Lovely hotel and very welcoming. Great views - Very nice hotel. Rooms have great balcony and fabulous views. Relaxing location. Short drive to beach areas and boat trips from Uvita. Small number of rooms adds to personable experience. We really enjoyed!
jim (10/5): Very pleasant. - Great location with a wonderful view and swimming pool. The room was very nice but would have been better with thicker, larger and or darker curtains. The bed was also not great.