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Golden Pineapple Villas
Golden Pineapple Villas
4.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(101)
"Great Resort"
The price is P26,852
P26,852
P30,342 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Jungle River Resort
Jungle River Resort
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(5)
"This hotel in Costa Rica is absolutely amazing! It’s filled with nature all around, making it the perfect peaceful getaway. The service was outstanding—everyone went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a relaxing escape with incredible hospitality!"
The price is P8,768
P8,768
P9,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
4.5 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (302)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(302)
"Magical place and super super friendly staff. Very welcoming and delicious food in the restaurant.
"
The price is P21,410
P21,410
P24,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hotel Ballena REY
Hotel Ballena REY
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(36)
"Great Staff, clean place"
The price is P6,384
P6,384
P7,214 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
4.0 star property
Ciudad Cortés
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
10/10
Exceptional
(70)
"This property is the perfect get away to beautiful Costa Rica. The location of the hotel and the views are amazing. The staff were tremendously helpful, courteous and a joy to be around. I would definately reccomended this hotel and we will be back again! If you stay with Hotel 360 please make sure and have Jefferson or William at the bar make you a 360 Martini!"
Hotel Tucan
Hotel Tucan
2.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(42)
"The people is very nice and the place is really clean "
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(220)
"We loved the grounds, so peaceful and lush. Huge variety of birds, howler monkeys in the distance each morning, incredibly kind, helpful and friendly staff. Delicious food, beverages and the best swimming pool ever!"
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection
5.0 star property
Cajón
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(36)
"Amazing stay!"
The price is P92,592
P92,592
P113,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Villas Bungalows Ballena
Villas Bungalows Ballena
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (30)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(30)
"Very convenient location for Marine Park activities and beach. Only a 5 minute walk. "
The price is P6,402
P6,402
P7,234 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena
Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(11)
"Very friendly staff, everything was perfect and exceeded expectations!"
Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
4.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
10/10
Exceptional
(56)
"Amazing views, great rooms, and relaxing "
Cool Waters Jungle Villas
Cool Waters Jungle Villas
2.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7)
10/10
Exceptional
(7)
"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!"
Cool Waters Jungle Camping
Cool Waters Jungle Camping
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
The price is P2,396
P2,396
P2,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel
El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel
3.5 star property
Ciudad Cortés
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (194)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(194)
"Great staff and food!"
Tropical Beach
Tropical Beach
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (138)
8.6/10
Excellent
(138)
"Great location, clean rooms, Efficient staff and the restaurant on site is amazing. Accomodation was very reasonable too. Highly recommend. "
The price is P2,673
P2,673
P3,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
La Cusinga Lodge
La Cusinga Lodge
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (45)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(45)
"Near the national park, we loved the trails and the nature"
The price is P8,987
P8,987
P10,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
El Paraíso Azul
El Paraíso Azul
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cortés
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
10/10
Exceptional
(2)
The price is P4,687
P4,687
P5,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Hostel Cascada Verde
Hostel Cascada Verde
3.0 star property
Bahía Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
8.6/10
Excellent
(23)
"Very Nice place. Breakfast offer from the restaurant on-site could be improved"
The price is P1,302
P1,302
P1,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Alma de Ojochal
Alma de Ojochal
3.0 star property
Ciudad Cortés
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (117)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(117)
"Great food and friendly staff!"
Vayu Retreat Villas
Vayu Retreat Villas
4.5 star property
Tres Ríos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
10/10
Exceptional
(16)
"We absolutely loved this place. Vayu Retreat is a very charming and quiet mini hotel with only 4 beautiful rooms, a great infinity pool, spacious terrasses to relax and a nice restaurant. The service from Marc is absolutely phenomenal. Everything is done with taste and the place has all the amenities you will need."
The price is P20,312
P20,312
P22,953 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
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Top Punta Mala Hotel Reviews
Hotel Ballena REY
10/10 Excellent
"Great Staff, clean place"
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Collection
10/10 Excellent
"Amazing stay!"
El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"The staff and facility were both fantastic. They exceeded all of are needs and desires. From our greeting when we arrived to our farewell actually out front. Both Francisco and Michelle came out to bid us a farewell. Francisco even assisted us in the parking which was somewhat tight spaces. Also we really enjoyed the food.both dinner and breakfast were delicious and attractively prepared. It was just a wonderful experience for our group of four"
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
10/10 Excellent
"This property is the perfect get away to beautiful Costa Rica. The location of the hotel and the views are amazing. The staff were tremendously helpful, courteous and a joy to be around. I would definately reccomended this hotel and we will be back again! If you stay with Hotel 360 please make sure and have Jefferson or William at the bar make you a 360 Martini!"
Golden Pineapple Villas
10/10 Excellent
"Staying at the Golden Pineapple villas was the highlight of our trip. Perfect location with walking distance to the waterfall. The drive there is a little steep at times, so just make sure to have a four wheel drive car to get there. The staff were all very friendly, had such great recommendations for getting around and navigating tourist areas of Costa Rica. They were helpful in me trying to practice Spanish and taught us some Spanish phrases used in Costa Rica and taught us about the Costa Rican culture. Very personable staff! Me and my husband were here on our honeymoon and it’s so hard to pick a place in Costa Rica because the options are endless- the Golden Pineapple is a true hidden gem with money very well spent. We had a private pool and bathtub which were both absolutely breathtaking. If you want a quiet, romantic get away and/or love being in nature I Highly highly recommend staying here! When we went to another part of Costa Rica we kept saying we wished we were back at the Golden Pineapple! "
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Amazing!"
Hotel Cuna Del Angel
10/10 Excellent
"Great property! Most of all the staff were super accommodating. 5 stars!"
Villas Alturas
10/10 Excellent
"This was my absolute favorite place my kids and I visited in 12 days in Costa Rica total. The staff and grounds were phenomenal. We want to go back- not just to Costa Rica, but also specifically to this property that just… felt like home to the hearts."
Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection
10/10 Excellent
"This property was incredibly beautiful. This hotel is more for couples and my husband and I enjoyed it. The food was amazing. Everyone on the staff went over and beyond to assist you with whatever you need. The atmosphere was great as well. The perfect get away to relax, reflect and restore. My husband and I would like to thank specifically Curtis,Emmanuel, Ivan, Alfonso, Noel and Francisco. Thank you!"
More cheap stays in Punta Mala
More cheap stays in Punta Mala
Hotel El Tecal
300 metros del parque Marino Ballena, Sector Chaman, Ballena, Puntarenas
8.6/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)
Morning Glory
Camino a Playa Chaman, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is P2,651 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P2,651
P4,152 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Hotel Vive Uvita
Unnamed Road, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is P2,305 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P2,305
P2,604 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
7.8/10 Good! (40 reviews)
Rooms & Pool Macaws
Bahia Ballena Uvita, 500mtrs oeste de la, Ferreteria Iguana Verde y 100 mtrs sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is P2,538 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P2,538
P2,868 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
9.6/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Ukinca Hostel
Carr. Pacífica Fernández Oreamuno, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is P2,459 per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
P2,459
P2,779 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
includes taxes & fees
La Cantera Resort
200 Metros Norte La Escuela San Ignacio, Cajón, Perez Zeledon
6.4/10 (6 reviews)
Frequently asked questions
What's the best place to stay in Punta Mala?
Canavida Villas & Resort, located 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from the heart of Punta Mala, is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options for your trip to the area are La Cusinga Lodge and Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Punta Mala.
What are some of the best vacation rentals that Punta Mala has to offer?
Canavida Villas & Resort: Visitors like this Punta Mala vacation home rental. It is located by the ocean and has a terrace, a private yard, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Punta Mala.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Punta Mala, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Punta Mala.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Punta Mala?
To find more details about changing or cancelling your trip to Punta Mala, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What's the best hotel for staying near Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?
Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Other options close to the airport are Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport.
What's it like to stay in Punta Mala?
Travelers to Punta Mala will find plenty to explore and enjoy. There are 849 hotels and other accommodations in the surrounding area. Find out more about Punta Mala.
What should I do while I'm visiting Punta Mala?
A favorite place to visit is El Pavón Waterfall. You'll also find Tortuga Beach and Playa Tortuga in the area. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Punta Mala guide.
What's the weather like in Punta Mala?
The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 68°F. The rainiest months in Punta Mala are October, August, November, and July, with each month seeing an average of 42 inches of rainfall.
