✨ Highlights

• Thriving turnkey 14-unit hotel with proven high occupancy
• Verified high revenue with stable, year-round cash flow
• Prime Costa Ballena location near Marino Ballena National Park
• Lush tropical gardens, central pool, and furnished terraces
• Value-add opportunity to launch full restaurant or bar service

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⭐ Public reviews

• 4.9/5 and 217 reviews on Google Maps
• 9.1/10 and 1,340 reviews on Booking
• 9.3/10 and 1,312 reviews on Agoda
• 4.8/5 and 45 reviews on Tripadvisor
• Website
• Instagram: 450 followers

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👍 Positive feedback from guests

• Exceptional staff service: Guests consistently praised friendly, helpful, and attentive staff enhancing overall guest experience.
• Spacious, well-equipped rooms: Apartments include kitchens, living areas, and comfortable beds, ideal for families or long stays.
• Beautiful pool and gardens: Well-maintained outdoor areas with greenery, birds, and butterflies were highly appreciated by guests.
• Convenient location: Close to Marino Ballena National Park, beaches, restaurants, supermarkets, and local attractions.
• Clean and modern property: Rooms and communal areas are tidy, well-maintained, and visually appealing to visitors.
• Good breakfast offerings: Guests highlighted tasty breakfast options with variety, often served in scenic garden spaces.

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👎 Negative feedback from guests

• Occasional minor maintenance issues: Instances of power outages and small key/door issues reported, though promptly resolved.
• Dated decor in some rooms: Rooms had slightly outdated furnishings or lacked balconies.

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📊 Performance

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-performing hotel at $1.6 million, offering immediate equity and strong cash flow. The property generated verified 2024 revenue of over $337,000 with 82% occupancy, showing consistent year-round demand. The on-site restaurant and bar currently serve only guest breakfasts, providing a clear value-add opportunity to launch a full-service offering. A new owner gains a prime commercial property in a sought-after Costa Rican coastal community with an established reputation and smooth operations.

Investment Snapshot (2024 actuals)

• Rooms revenue (net of VAT): ~$337,309
• Occupancy: ~82% (4,192 room-nights sold)
• ADR: ~$77.97 | RevPAR: ~$66
• Stabilized NOI (modeled): ~$188,000 (~11.8% cap at ask)

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✍️ Description from the real estate agent

An unbeatable investment opportunity in Costa Ballena, this highly profitable, turnkey hotel in the vibrant tourist destination of Uvita is being offered at an exceptional value due to the owner’s need for an urgent sale. This property presents a rare chance for a savvy investor to acquire a thriving, fully operational business with a stellar reputation and a proven history of high performance.

Nestled in a prime location, the hotel is just a short walk from local restaurants, supermarkets, and the world-renowned Marino Ballena National Park, famous for its iconic “Whale’s Tail” sandbar. The property offers the perfect blend of guest convenience and the tranquil “Pura Vida” lifestyle that attracts visitors from around the globe.

The property features 14 spacious, apartment-style units, including studios and multi-bedroom units. Most rooms are equipped with private kitchenettes, air conditioning, and furnished balconies or terraces, catering to families and long-stay travelers. Sold as a fully operational business, the hotel allows for a seamless transition of ownership. The property is well-maintained with a beautiful central pool, lush tropical gardens, and a welcoming breakfast area that guests rave about.

Accommodation options include deluxe apartments with two double beds, top-floor apartments with balcony and two living rooms, garden-view apartments, top-floor studio apartments, rustic two-bedroom apartments with three queen-size beds, apartments for six with direct pool access, standard first-floor apartments, and pool-view apartments. Maximum occupancy ranges from two to six guests depending on the unit.

This property offers immediate and substantial equity. The urgent sale price provides an exceptional return on investment from day one, based on the hotel’s verified 2024 revenue. Additionally, the on-site restaurant and bar area is currently only used for preparing the complimentary guest breakfast, presenting a significant value-add opportunity for a new owner to launch a full restaurant or bar service, generating additional revenue from hotel guests and the public.

A new owner will benefit from strong, stable cash flow while holding a valuable commercial property in one of Costa Rica’s most sought-after coastal communities. The foundation of a world-class reputation and operational excellence is already in place, making this a secure and lucrative investment.