Fine dining. Ojochal Restaurants and surrounding area
Restaurants define this part of the Costa Ballena as the culinary destination of the South Pacific. With fine dining ranging from Mediterranean to Indonesian, you are sure to find a great meal. Reserve in advance because people travel from as far as Jacó to dine in a jungle atmosphere.
Visit our Ojochal Section for more information, maps and photos of the area.
Castillo's Kitchen

Castillo’s Kitchen is a Chef’s Table concept mastering the evolution of Costa Rican cuisine with fresh ingredients hand-picked by the Chef
Opening hours:
Open all day
Contact:
Calle Perezoso, Ojochal
Villa Leonor

Restaurant with beach access, pools, and grounds
Fresh seafood dishes and BBQ every Sunday
Opening hours:
Open Thursday to Tuesday 10 am – 8 pm
Reserve for Dinner
Wednesday Closed
Contact:
Km 170 next to Elan at Ballena Beach
Received Certification by ISLA in Guanacaste
There were 85 participants in the program, representing communities from all over Costa Rica and Nicaragua. It was great to be able to meet and train with other water people, all of whom are working toward a common goal – increase the number of rescues in the country.
Greening a path for tapir´s return
The dream of the Path of the Tapir is to restore enough natural habitat to deforested lands so that the tapir will return. Much secondary forest has already regenerated in former cattle pastures.
Solar Energy, AN ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDLY SOLUTION!
Ōm Energy in Ojochal is a company that specializes in the design and commercialization of independent solar homes. They give advice and also build solar homes throughout the Costa Ballena region under the concept of “ŌM Nature.”
The Bees – a Beautiful Example
Bees are a wonderful example of teamwork, of service to the community, and of mutualism within ecosystems. They have developed, in an efficient and organized way, and are vital for pollination of flowers, including nearly 70% of human food.
The bee crisis is a wake-up call for humanity.
Female Leadership, Empathy and Sisterhood
Women leaders have long been described as witches, bosses, tomboys or madmen, for wanting a more inclusive world, without street harassment, and intrafamily violence.
La Saharienne Costa Rica, sport, adventure, and solidarity
From December 13 to 20, 2019, La Saharienne will enter the heart of Osa in the South Pacific. For the first time in Costa Rica, the 100% feminine and supportive multisport event will take place.
What to do, Where to eat and Where to stay…
South Pacific Costa Rica Beaches, Marino Ballena National Park
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Email: carlos@ballenatales.com
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