We read about this place in the Ballena Times and a neighbor to our rental property in Ojochal also highly recommended it for happy hour. The pool and sunset view complete with 8 plus toucans were the most memorable from our trip to Costa Rica. We did not stay here but plan to stay on our return trip to the... More

What makes a memorable stay at a location is the food, comfort, and a wonderful view---and this place has all of it. The food is top quality and heavenly...our favourite was the jumbo cocktail shrimp! The drinks are fantastic & I would recommend trying the signature drinks such as the Shark, Whale, Seahorse, and Dolphin. The place is only a... More

The drive up the mountain looks treacherous, but is pretty typical of the Costa Rican roads that I experienced. The hotel is beautifully located 1 km up the mountain from Uvita Beach and the Whales tail (only visible at low tide). The hotel itself has been redone by the new owners and they've done an incredible job! The dining room,... More

Stopped by Whales and Dolphins because we heard the views were great. Unfortunately, that's the only good thing about the place. 'Ecolodge' must be a loosely used term in Costa Rica, because the water tanks in their parking lot were overflowing the entire time we were there. We mentioned it to the front desk (maybe someone didn't notice?) and they... More

After a challenging 10 minute drive up a very steep rock and gravel road, we were anxious to stay at this place (Ecolodge? No, it's a rundown hotel), located on the west slope overlooking Bahia Ballena and the Whale's Tail. Although the view did not disappoint, everything else did. We were greeted by Raoul (the only pleasant part of this... More

My boyfriend and I went to Whales and Dolphins for dinner and drinks -- twice. We couldn't get enough of the view! Food was great, service was wonderful. Johnny was awesome! Even let us cool off in the pool before dinner, set us up with complimentary towels, even though we were staying at a local hostel. Strongly recommend to watch... More

My husband and I went here with some friends for sunset drinks and Bocas. Let me tell you, the view was BEAUTIFUL! We ordered drinks (you HAVE to have the Whale! I had a couple! LOL). Then we ordered bocas. My husband and I had chicken fingers and fries and our friends had fish fingers and nachos. Delicious! And so... More

This is an exceptional find. If visiting the southwest coast of Costa Rica near Dominical, Uvita, or Ojochal, this property is well worth your consideration. It was recently purchased and renovated (circa December 2012) and has an incredible view of the "tail" and a terrific chef serving up fresh and tasty local cuisine. The staff are very attentive and anxious... More

We recently spent two nights and Whales & Dolphins. I gave it 4 stars because of the view and the staff. The beds etc were comfy and the room clean. The room could use a little tlc. It was a little overpriced but the view was incredible! We had such great service all through Costa Rica but I especially appreciated... More