Bahía Ballena

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Where to stay in Bahía Ballena

Find the best Bahía Ballena areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Marina Vista

Marina Vista might not have many top sights, but Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3 out of 5
Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is P7,346 per night from Jun 5 to Jun 6
P7,346
P8,301 total
Jun 5 - Jun 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (644 reviews)
"Limpio, acogedor, y silencioso"

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026

Villas Rio Mar
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is P21,855 per night from Jun 6 to Jun 7
P21,855
P25,533 total
Jun 6 - Jun 7
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (317 reviews)
"Words cannot describe the experience my wife and I had. We hugged the staff and cried when we had to leave. This place is truly magical."

Reviewed on May 7, 2026

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
La Cusinga Lodge

La Cusinga Lodge

3 out of 5
Km166 Costarena Sur Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is P8,360 per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
P8,360
P9,447 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa lodge in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Breakfast was good every morning and Micheal and Carlos are so nice along with Hazel at the front desk."

Reviewed on May 27, 2026

La Cusinga Lodge
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Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
Stay at this vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"La casa impecable, el diseño de la casa es hermoso y acogedor. El servicio y la atención es ideal para sentirse en casa. La piscina es deliciosa. Se disfruta la naturaleza y las playas son un éxito!"

Reviewed on May 27, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Hotel Uvita Forest

Hotel Uvita Forest

3.5 out of 5
Calle Garcia, Uvita Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (35 reviews)
"Absolutely a wonderful place to stay with awesome staff!"

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
Cabinas Costa Tropicana

Cabinas Costa Tropicana

3 out of 5
Calle los Laureles Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
Stay at this cabin in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, the cabin was very clean , it had all the appliances, overall it was a great stay."

Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Cabinas Costa Tropicana
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Playa Tortuga

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Bahía Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Playa Tortuga

Hacienda Baru

You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Bahía Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Hacienda Baru

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Enjoy an outing to Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Catarata uvita

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Catarata uvita

Secret Lau Pool

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Secret Lau Pool during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

Secret Lau Pool

Uvita Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

Uvita Arts Center

Things to do

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat

P10,493
per adult
From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat
Uvita: Whale Watching Boat Trip with Drinks and Snacks

Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks

P5,864
per adult
Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

P4,814
per adult
3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde
Savegre River whitewater rafting

Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio

P7,715
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
Private Marino Ballena National Park Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling

Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking

P7,715
per adult
Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking
Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita

Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita

P5,864
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita
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