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Alma de Ojochal

3.0 star property
Hotel in Ciudad Cortés with free breakfast and spa services

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Outdoor pool
Terrace/patio
View from property
Lounge
Suite, 1 King Bed

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May

Explore the area

Map
Calle Perezoso, Ciudad Cortés, Puntarenas, 60501
  • Ventanas Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tortuga Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Playa Tortuga
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)

Room options

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Suite, 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Ocean View

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Garden
Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Ciudad Cortés

At Alma de Ojochal you'll be 2.8 km (1.7 mi) from Playa Garza and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Tortuga Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free daily breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Ciudad Cortés hotel include Pinuela Beach and Ventanas Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ventanas Beach - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Playa Ballena - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Tortuga Beach - 8 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • El Pavón Waterfall - 12 min drive - 7.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Heliconia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Citrus - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Real La Costa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ballena Beach Club - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante La Fiesta del Mar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Alma de Ojochal

Hotel in Ciudad Cortés with free breakfast and spa services
You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at Alma de Ojochal. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ciudad Cortés hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Alma de Ojochal offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features private pools and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. In-room massages and change of towels can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • In-room massages
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Private pool
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Alma de Ojochal

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property from January to December. The rest of the year they are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed from January to December.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alma de Ojochal?

Alma de Ojochal offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Alma de Ojochal?

As of 1 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alma de Ojochal on 9 May 2025 start from AU$259.15, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Alma de Ojochal?

Yep, Alma de Ojochal has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Alma de Ojochal?

The closest beach to Alma de Ojochal is Playa Tortuga (2.6 km).

Is there a spa on site at Alma de Ojochal?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like hot stone massages.

Does Alma de Ojochal have a pool?

Alma de Ojochal has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Alma de Ojochal?

No, but there are private pools in the guestrooms.

Does Alma de Ojochal serve breakfast?

You bet, free full breakfast is offered daily between 7:00 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alma de Ojochal?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alma de Ojochal?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Alma de Ojochal?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Alma de Ojochal Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agnieszka

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views, nice very clean room with a spacious covered deck. Very pleased restaurant with simple but surprisingly tasty menu and cocktails.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great view
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan, Kingston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Julie was wonderful. The food was delicious. I loved floating in the pool at night & looking at the stars.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

TODD, HENDERSON

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis, Natick

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!

10/10 Excellent

Sally, CENTENNIAL

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allen was amazing, the room is comfortable, the pool was great, the breakfast was delicious & we would definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The drive up is a bit hairy,but very worth the time. Fantastic staff. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Ham Lake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend for the views and location. Beautiful property. Owner and staff were fantastic. Restraunt on site was an added bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleesa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathrin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay, rooms are clean with modern bathrooms. The live music in the evenings is amazing too! Thanks John for having us ☺️
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yoko

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Place to be

Great staff, amazing view, nothing bad to tell you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay in paradise

It was amazing! Beautiful room and the view, oh my god!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

CindiyJan, San Mateo, CR

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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! 😘❤️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020