Bahía Ballena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Bahía Ballena

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Marina Vista

While Marina Vista isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru are some notable places to visit nearby.

Marina Vista
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 ฿11,516 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
฿11,516
฿13,452 total
31 May - 1 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (316 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 7 May 2026

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3 out of 5
Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is ฿3,653 per night from 15 May to 16 May
฿3,653
฿4,128 total
15 May - 16 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (642 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Villas Rio Mar
La Cusinga Lodge

La Cusinga Lodge

3 out of 5
Km166 Costarena Sur Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is ฿4,031 per night from 16 May to 17 May
฿4,031
฿4,555 total
16 May - 17 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa lodge in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
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 holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Una experiencia simplemente inolvidable ☀️🌴 Este hospedaje en la montaña supera cualquier expectativa. La vista al mar es absolutamente espectacular, de esas que te dejan sin palabras y te invitan a desconectarte por completo. El servicio al cliente fue excepcional desde el primer momento: atentos, ...

Reviewed on 3 May 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 Wi-Fi, 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 25 Mar 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
Ballena Paradise Apartments

Ballena Paradise Apartments

3.5 out of 5
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this apartment in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
Parking is secure, staff friendly. Property is very well maintained. No critters to be seen in the appartment! Great value and proximity to beach is ideal. Would (will) return!

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Ballena Paradise Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Playa Tortuga

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

Playa Tortuga

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 through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Catarata uvita

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

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

Savegre River whitewater rafting

Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio

฿3,991
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
Uvita: Whale Watching Boat Trip with Drinks and Snacks

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

฿3,033
per adult
Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

฿2,491
per adult
3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde
Waterfalls Tour

La Ceiba Waterfalls Tour and Mountain Exploration

฿1,277
per senior
La Ceiba Waterfalls Tour and Mountain Exploration
Private Marino Ballena National Park Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling

Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking

฿3,991
per adult
Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking
Daily Surf Lessons at Playa Chaman

2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Chaman Uvita Costa Rica

฿2,874
per adult
2-Hour Guided Surf Lesson in Playa Chaman Uvita Costa Rica
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