Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 8 min drive
Nauyaca Waterfalls - 11 min drive
Getting around
Quepos (XQP) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
Cafe Delicias - 5 min walk
Scala - 12 min drive
Tortilla Flats - 3 min walk
Coco's Restaurant - 4 min walk
Fuego Brew Company - 2 min walk
About this property
La Posada del Mar
Property highlights
La Posada del Mar provides everything that you need. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with beach massages and sunloungers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
Free self-parking
Babysitting (surcharge), luggage storage and outdoor furniture
Multilingual staff, beach towels and a front desk safe
Room features
All guest rooms at La Posada del Mar offer perks, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra amenities include:
Free infant beds and travel cots
Roll-in showers, grab bars near toilets and portable shower seats
Wardrobes/cupboards, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Free cot
Travel cot
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Shared refrigerator
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Direct access to the beach
Outdoor furniture
Spa
In-room massages
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
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, debit cards and cash
Property is also known as
La Posada del Mar Hotel
La Posada del Mar Ballena
La Posada del Mar Hotel Ballena
Frequently asked questions
Is La Posada del Mar pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at La Posada del Mar?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at La Posada del Mar?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at La Posada del Mar?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is La Posada del Mar located?
With direct access to the beach, this Ballena hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Playa Dominical, Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons. Hacienda Baru is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
La Posada del Mar Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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the front desk guy was amazing and extremely helpful. Dominical itself is the cutest little surfing town and the center of everything was super close. Fuego next door was fun and delicious. The rooms were big and clean, and the AC worked great. Also enjoyed the shower head/pressure and the hammocks outside the rooms!
GREAT STAY! Was an amazing time with memories to last a lifetime. Toni, the owner of the property, works very hard to ensure your stay is lacking. She and her crew are highly accommodating and can help with anything if you just ask. Her staff were so polite and professional that they even helped connect us with local tours, guides and excursions and consolidated them on to a printed itinerary! Would stay again 100%
Worst hotel stay ever by far. Shower did not drain. Toilet leaked urine water from base of toilet. The noise level was like that of a night club with people partying and loud banging music until very late
Jeremy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
6/10 Okay
Natalie
Travelled with partner
27 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
It’s a simple place with ok amenities in a good location. It’s very close to the beach and the coffee shops and restaurants which makes it convenient. The hotel is clean but very basic. The water is not very warm, the locks are flimsy, the safe doesn’t work, the doors are creaky, etc. but it’s doable.
Excelente atención. La habitación es como se muestra en las fotos. Las camas y ropa de cama muy confortables. Limpian la habitación cada 2 dias, entonces no la limpiaron durante mi estadía de 3 noches. Lamentablemente el tema del ruido es cierto, y esto redujo la calidad del descanso. Recomiendo solicitar a los huéspedes mantener silencio a partir de alguna hora.