Name: Balu Retreat Center
Address: Hotel Balu Junquillal, Tierra Pacifica L24, 50303 Playa Junquillal, Costa Rica, Hotel Balu Junquillal, Tierra Pacifica L24, Guanacaste, 50303, Costa Rica
Rating: 9.6

Balu Retreat Center

–Excellent location – show map

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Apartments
Kitchen
View
Garden
Pet friendly
Swimming pool
BBQ facilities
Washing machine
Free Wifi
Terrace

About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Balu Retreat Center in Playa Junquillal offers recently renovated apartments with private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each unit includes a terrace, kitchenette, and modern amenities. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy an infinity swimming pool, fitness center, sun terrace, tennis court, and free WiFi. Additional features include a hot tub, outdoor fireplace, and children's playground. Convenient Location: Located 19 mi from Tamarindo Airport, the property is a 16-minute walk from Junquillal Beach. Nearby attractions include yoga classes, hiking, and cycling. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive host, comfortable rooms, and stunning swimming pool.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Superior Apartment 1 king bed 1 sofa bed
Apartment with Garden View 1 king bed
Apartment with Garden View 1 king bed
Apartment with Garden View 1 king bed
Apartment with Pool View 1 king bed 1 sofa bed
Apartment with Pool View 1 queen bed 2 sofa beds
Deluxe King Studio 1 king bed and 1 sofa bed
Two-Bedroom House 1 king bed 1 queen bed 1 sofa bed

Guest reviews

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Rob

United States

“You'll probably need to speak Spanish to properly navigate through the security gate, but if you know where to go then you just contact the property owner through What's App and the rest is a breeze.”

Bradley

Canada

“The property has been very well designed and maintained. Everything is a short walk and the pool and yoga shala are great places to hangout and enjoy your time. Logan was incredibly welcoming and helpful.”

Crystal

Canada

“The grounds are beautiful and our kids loved the pool area. They had great coffee available to guests and Logan was very friendly and helpful.”

Shannon

Costa Rica

“There a small problem on our arrival and the owners went out of their way to make it right. Excellence in service was a lovely bonus.”

Katerina

Canada

“Balu was a really nice place to stay and the hosts are such nice people. They ask daily if there’s anything you need. Always have a chat with them as they work around the property.”

Boglárka

Hungary

“Location, facilities, bus turned into a room, excellent pool, super friendly host.”

Trent

United States

“The location is great, it's an easy drive to the many beaches around town. The space is nice and it's very clean. The bed is huge and the kitchen area is workable to make meals. Also the general space is really nice and comfortable and the...”

Annastasia

United Kingdom

“Beautiful, quiet, great facilities and the kitchenette had everything I needed. The bed was really comfy and being able to get Netflix was a great bonus as a solo traveller. The ice bath was AMAZING and the pool was stunning!! The hosts were so...”

Andres

Spain

“It is a magical space with a beautiful pool. You can also explore a trail within the private property, a supermarket next door, and a few restaurants within walking distance. The owners take care of you and are very responsive. You can also...”

Chris

United States

“The location was rather remote, in a small gated community. There is a market that is at the entrance to the property and a really nice beach about a 20 min walk away. The pools and dogs on the property were the best part. Logan is a great host...”

Managed by Logan Tysinger

Company review score: 9.4Based on 39 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

I’m Logan, a Virginia native who followed a love for food, travel, and the outdoors all the way to Costa Rica. I’m a culinary school graduate and spent seven years owning and operating a food truck in Jacksonville, Florida before making the move here. These days, you’ll usually find me surfing, fishing, or spending as much time in nature as possible—fully embracing the Pura Vida lifestyle. I’m truly excited to share this beautiful property with guests from all over the world. My goal is to create an inviting, relaxed space that feels like a home away from home, where you can fully unwind and enjoy your stay. I’m always happy to help with local recommendations, insider tips, and anything you need to make your visit unforgettable. Whether you’re looking to reconnect with yourself, immerse in nature, or spend quality time with friends and family, this property is the perfect place to do so. I look forward to welcoming you and helping you experience the very best of this incredible area.

Property info

At Hotel Balu, we offer seven independent apartments secluded within a gorgeous tropical garden, inside the guarded and gated community of Tierra Pacifica. All of our accommodations are fully equipped and feature a private bathroom, kitchen and patio with gorgeous views of the garden, yoga shala, and/or pool. Our pool was inspired by the natural hot springs of Costa Rica and is truly a work of art. It features mesmerizing turquoise waters, a relaxing waterfall massage, secret caves with real Kundalini crystals, a relaxing patio with a panoramic view of the property, and a secondary heated pool, all connected by an incredible water slide! Next to this oasis is our ice bath, yoga shala, and dining space for 32 people. You will also have full access to Tierra Pacifica's amenity center, Club Arbol. It features a beautiful three-tier infinity pool and outdoor space centered around large majestic trees and colorful flora. The club also offers a full-size tennis and pickleball court, an indoor gym, an indoor studio, office space with high-speed internet, and private bathrooms with hot showers.

Neighborhood info

We are only one mile from the beautiful black sand beach of Playa Junquillal, which is just a short walk or an even shorter bike ride away. The area is private and peaceful while still being very close to many local amenities, such as various grocery stores, several amazing restaurants, and the beaches of Playa Negra, Blanca, and Playa Avellanas. Getting here is easy as we are located only one hour away from the Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia, with paved roads the entire way.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,Italian

Area info

Amenities of Balu Retreat Center

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

House rules

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years

Crib upon request

Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Accepted payment methods

Cash

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Balu Retreat Center 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.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.