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Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort

4.0 star property
Beachfront hotel in Rota with golf course and spa

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At Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort, tee off at the 27-hole golf course or unwind with a poolside cocktail. Guests enjoy the beachfront location, spa treatments like hydrotherapy and massages, two on-site restaurants with golf course views, an outdoor pool and children's pool with sun loungers.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Parking available
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Golf course
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $96
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

Why we love this property

Seaside dining bliss
Sandy shores meet culinary delights at this beachfront hotel. Savor ocean views and fresh cuisine steps away from the beach.
Relaxation sanctuary
This hotel features a full-service spa offering daily massages, body wraps, and facials. A sauna, hot tub, and garden provide additional spaces for unwinding.
Beachfront foodie paradise
Savor ocean views at 2 restaurants, or garden-view dining at another. Start your day with free buffet breakfast and unwind at 2 cafes or the bar.

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family Room 2 adults and 2 children)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 adults)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Sherry Suite 3 Adultos

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Golf View (3 adults)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room Single Use, Golf View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 30 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Golf View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Golf View ( 2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Family Room (2 adults and 2 children)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room Single Use

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (2 adults+1 child)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 adults + 1 child)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 adults + 2 children)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 4 adults + 2 children)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults + 1 child)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults + 2 children)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults + 2 children)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults + 3 children)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Room, Multiple Bedrooms, Connecting Rooms (Family 3 adults + 3 children)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace (2 adults +1 child)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace (2 adults +1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace (2 adults + 1 child)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Sherry Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Sherry Suite (2 Adult and 1 Child)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Sherry Suite (2 Adult and 1 Child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Sherry Suite (2 Adult and 2 Child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 1 bedroom
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View ( 2adultos y 1 niño )

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View ( 2adultos y 1 niño )

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View ( 2 adultos + 2 niños)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View ( 2 adultos + 2 niños)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View (3 adults)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace, Golf View (3 adults)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace (Single use)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace (Single use)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Doble Swim Up - Only Adults | Terrace/patio

Doble Swim Up - Only Adults

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (3 adults)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room (3 adults)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Terrace (3 adultos)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Terrace (3 adultos)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite For Single Use

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite For Single Use

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Balcony

Deluxe Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (2 adults + 1 child)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (3 adults)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room (3 adults)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Minibar
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Avenida Carla De Orleans, s/n Rota, Rota, Cadiz, 11520

What's nearby

  • Playa Agua Dulce - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ballena Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Playa de las Tres Piedras - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Naval Station Rota - 7 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Jerez de La Frontera (XRY) - 34 min drive
  • Puerto de Santa María Station - 21 min drive
  • Jerez de la Frontera (YJW-Jerez de la Frontera Train Station) - 29 min drive
  • Cadiz (CDZ-Cadiz Train Station) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Venta Las Tinajas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Liberto's Kaffé - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Kanguro Bar & Chill Out - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Venta Pichichi - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sedona - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort

Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort features a golf course and puts you within a 15-minute drive of Naval Station Rota. You can grab a bite to eat at one of the 2 restaurants and visit the spa to be pampered with massages, body wraps, or hydrotherapy. Other highlights include 2 coffee shops/cafes, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 234 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 12 per day)
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast 6:30 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekends
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Golfing
  • Shopping
  • Pool table

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • Golf course on site
  • Golf driving range on site
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 24-inch LED TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa, Elba Costa Ballena Thalasso Spa. Services include facials, body wraps, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy and thalassotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Gades - This buffet restaurant overlooks the golf course and garden.
Beach Club - This restaurant is located on the beach.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 9 2025 to December 20 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Spa

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs EUR 12 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Also known as

Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort
Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort Rota
Elba Costa Ballena Beach Thalasso
Elba Costa Ballena Beach Thalasso Rota
Elba Costa Ballena Beach Thalasso Resort Rota
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Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort Hotel Rota

Frequently asked questions

Does Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 12 per day.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

What is there to do at Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort and nearby?

Tee off at the onsite golf course. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort also has an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring beachfront dining and garden views.

Does Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort like?

Elba Costa Ballena Beach & Thalasso Resort is a short 17-minute walk from Costa Ballena Ocean Golf Club and 9 minutes' walk from Playa Agua Dulce.

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