Barú Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Barú

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Cascada Azul

When in Cascada Azul, you can plan a visit to Nauyaca Waterfalls and Playa Dominical, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cascada Azul
La Mariposa Hotel

La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 out of 5
100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista Quepos Puntarenas
The price is ฿10,707 per night from 3 Jan to 4 Jan
฿10,707
฿12,099 total
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
Clean room, respectful staff

Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

La Mariposa Hotel
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5 out of 5
Road to Punta Quepos Quepos Puntarenas
The price is ฿7,097 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
฿7,097
฿8,020 total
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Lovely. Difficult to get to but so are many in this area. Overall it was lovely and the staff was very accommodating.

Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road Quepos Puntarenas
The price is ฿10,223 per night from 6 Jan to 7 Jan
฿10,223
฿12,018 total
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
Fabulous services

Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025

Parador Nature Resort and Spa
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.
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (151 reviews)
Had a free weekend with the girlies during our month-long study abroad trip, and we could not have made a better choice than Tiki Villas!! The hotel staff, the view, the pool and spa services—absolutely no complaints from any of us. From the get go, we were treated so kindly; Nancy upgraded our hotel ...

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
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! (67 reviews)
We loved it here!! The sunsets were absolutely stunning. The owner was super nice and if we had any questions or needed anything a staff member was there quickly to help. The villa had everything we needed and was very comfortable. We rented a 2x4 car and was able to get there, you just have to give ...

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Los Altos Resort

Los Altos Resort

5 out of 5
Kilometer 4 on main road Quepos Puntarenas
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Pará Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (247 reviews)
The staff was amazing! Such a beautiful place to stay at. Would definitely visit again

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Los Altos Resort
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.

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5/5 - Excellent

Jane

If you want a true jungle experience definitely stay at Valley of Dreams. Fantastic hosts, amazing location surrounded by Toucans, howler monkeys along with many other jungle creatures. First class accommodation made all the better by Matt and Annie