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Our top choices for Playa Ballena hotels

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
1.6 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
"Excellent hotel, beautiful surroundings and friendly staff"
Canada
Adolf
The price is P15,424
P17,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
Select Comfort beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort
3.5 star property
4.1 km from Playa Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (69)
"Just what we needed. Very clean and comfortable modern bungalow that had a great view."
United States
Shane
The price is P4,153
P7,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Canavida Villas & Resort
Exterior
Villas en el bosque

Villas en el bosque

Villas en el bosque
3.5 star property
5.4 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Great accommodations. Staff went above board to make us comfortable"
United States
Paul
The price is P7,629
P8,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
Villas en el bosque
Terrace/patio
OASIS de las Palmas

OASIS de las Palmas

OASIS de las Palmas
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Playa Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"The owners are so sweet and make you feel right at home. The property and room is absolutely gorgeous. I especially loved the little patio area and communal kitchen."
United States
Lillian
The price is P6,887
P7,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
OASIS de las Palmas
Living area
Villa Costa Pura Vida

Villa Costa Pura Vida

Villa Costa Pura Vida
3.5 star property
5.2 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"Location was amazing and the villa was stunning. Waking up to the jungle surroundings through the bedroom was fantastic. Beautiful quiet area with a great soda nearby. Wishes we’d booked 3 nights!"
United Kingdom
Rick
Villa Costa Pura Vida
Living area
Cool Waters Jungle Villas

Cool Waters Jungle Villas

Cool Waters Jungle Villas
2.0 star property
5.5 km from Playa Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"Great place to stay! Is very quiet and in the middle of the jungle but still 5 mins from the beach. Staff is really nice, will come back for sure!"
United States
Victor
The price is P5,298
P6,984 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Cool Waters Jungle Villas
Free daily local cuisine breakfast
Yabá Chiguí Lodge

Yabá Chiguí Lodge

Yabá Chiguí Lodge
2.5 star property
6.2 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24)
"Amazing place to stay. Outstanding accomodation. Very helpful and friendly owners."
Canada
chris
The price is P7,152
P8,082 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
Yabá Chiguí Lodge
Outdoor pool
Ojochal Gardens Villas

Ojochal Gardens Villas

Ojochal Gardens Villas
3.0 star property
5.9 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Friendly stuff, spacious accommodations, superb breakfast."
Canada
Roman
Ojochal Gardens Villas
Outdoor pool
Alma de Ojochal

Alma de Ojochal

Alma de Ojochal
3.0 star property
6.8 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118)
"Great food and friendly staff!"
Canada
Rodrigo
Alma de Ojochal
Front of property
Jungle River Resort - Adults Only

Jungle River Resort - Adults Only

Jungle River Resort - Adults Only
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The location was tranquil, the room was fantastic and Danny, the owner was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to ensure I had a pleasant stay. The room is equipped with everything you need to feel at home, and in the morning I received a gorgeous breakfast basket which included local fruits, a bagel and freshly squeezed juice. Couldn’t recommend this place enough! Paradise 🌻"
United States
Siobhan
The price is P17,214
P19,452 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Jungle River Resort - Adults Only
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul
3.5 star property
5.9 km from Playa Ballena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (54)
"Nice room, very private space, short walk to good restaurants, friendly staff, will definitely stay here again when visiting the area. "
United States
Matthew
Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul
Front of property
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
3.5 star property
8 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48)
"Secure gated facility, and walking distance to the beach!"
United States
Sean
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Tropical Beach

Tropical Beach

Tropical Beach
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Playa Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (142)
"This place is a gem. Our room cabin number 1 was huge. Ac and hot water worked perfectly. The host was extremely helpful. We were steps from the beach, parrots flying in the early morning. The room had everything you could need. There were restaurants very nearby. And one on site. Our favorite was the Native bar next to the beach. "
United States
Angela
The price is P3,021
P3,414 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8
Tropical Beach
Sundeck
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
4.0 star property
7.5 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (79)
"Lovely and attentive staff, incredible views and delicious food!"
United States
Lee
The price is P29,980
P33,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
Outdoor pool
Hotel El Tecal

Hotel El Tecal

Hotel El Tecal
2.5 star property
6.4 km from Playa Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (71)
"Friendly staff "
United States
Luis
Hotel El Tecal
40-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Hotel Uvita Forest

Hotel Uvita Forest

Hotel Uvita Forest
3.5 star property
8.1 km from Playa Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Nice pool."
United States
Steven
The price is P4,821
P6,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13
Hotel Uvita Forest
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Hotel Ballena REY

Hotel Ballena REY

Hotel Ballena REY
3.0 star property
7.7 km from Playa Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
"Great Staff, clean place"
United States
Roberto
The price is P8,463
P9,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9
Hotel Ballena REY
Exterior
Hotel Evasión

Hotel Evasión

Hotel Evasión
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Playa Ballena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"We enjoyed an excellent stay at Hotel Evasion. Located in a beautiful rainforest setting, our room was clean, modern and comfortable and overlooked a lovely swimming pool which we used daily during our stay. The hotel itself is within easy reach of Ojochal, Uvita, Sierpe and nearby beaches. Would highly recommend this hotel. "
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is P6,653
P7,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6
Hotel Evasión
Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Golden Pineapple Villas

Golden Pineapple Villas

Golden Pineapple Villas
4.0 star property
9.1 km from Playa Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112)
"This place exceeded my expectations which is tough. It was with magnificent views, the villas, the food and the service could not be better. So zen and the staff Marlon A, Marlon B and Pablo were lovely. It is a hidden a gem."
United States
Iris
The price is P38,613
P43,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7
Golden Pineapple Villas
Terrace/patio
Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena

Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena

Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena
3.0 star property
7.9 km from Playa Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (13)
"Super Hote "
Canada
Dominique
Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena
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Top Playa Ballena Hotel Reviews

Jungle River Resort

Jungle River Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Would highly recommend! Beautiful grounds, unique and comfortable villas, amazing breakfast baskets and the best cocktails we had in CR. Its owner operated with a personal touch. Location is good too - tucked away and quiet but just a quick drive to restaurants and shops. "
Laura 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Jungle River Resort

Hotels near other Playa Ballena attractions

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.
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Turtle Beach Street

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Turtle Beach Street during your trip to Ciudad Cortés? Wander the seaside or discover the sunsets in this relaxing area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Ballena?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa Ballena, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 35 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Playa Ballena?
Adjacent to Playa Ballena, Elan at Ballena Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Other good options within a short distance include Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa and Hotel Villas Gaia.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Playa Ballena?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Playa Ballena.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Ballena, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Playa Ballena.
What can I see and do near Playa Ballena?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Ventanas Beach, Playa Tortuga, and Tortuga Beach. You can enjoy nature at Uvita Beach, Pinuela Beach, or Arco Beach. Turtle Beach Street, Playa Colonia, and Secret Lau Pool are a few additional nearby sights.