Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Because of the open architecture style, be aware that there's very little noise privacy -
but you'll also hear the jungle symphony surrounding you.
Tucan Hotel HOSTEL
( 2743-8140; www.tucanhotel.com ; campsites/hammocks/dm US$6/6/10, d from US$25;
)
Located 100m inland from the main highway, this is a most popular hostel for international
travelers. There is a variety of accommodations to suit all budgets, from simple tents and
hammocks to dorms, private rooms and the lofty tree house. With a shared kitchen, daily
movies at 4pm and a convivial atmosphere, Tucan Hotel is a reliable budget choice.
Bungalows Ballena BUNGALOW
( 8309-9631, 2743-8543; www.bungalowsballena.com ; apt/bungalows US$125/250; )
These fully outfitted apartments and stand-alone bungalows are an excellent mid-market
option for families and large groups. All have kitchens, wi-fi and satellite television. The
place is outfitted for kids - there's a playground and a big, welcoming pool in the shape of
a whale's tail. Find it 300m north of the park's main entrance.
Sabor Español SPANISH
( 8768-9160, 2743-8312; Playa Colonia; mains US$7-22; noon-3pm & 6-9:30pm Tue-Sun)
Having had a successful run in Monteverde, charming Spanish couple Heri and Montse
realized that they wanted to live by the ocean - to Uvita's good fortune. Thus, their sub-
lime gazpacho, paella, tortilla española and other Spanish specialties can now be savored
with sangria at the end of a dirt road in Playa Uvita, in a lovely rancho setting.
Orientation
The area off the main highway is referred to locally as Uvita, while the area next to the
beach is called Playa Uvita and Playa Bahía Uvita (the southern end of the beach). The
beach area is reached through two parallel roads that are roughly 500m apart - they make
a C-shape connecting back to the road. The first entrance is just south of the bridge over
the Río Uvita and the second entrance is in the center of town. At low tide you can walk
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