Marina Vista Travel Guide
Ballena
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Popular places to visit

Catarata uvita
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Ballena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Tortuga
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary during your holiday in Ballena? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do

Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.
฿2,937
per adult

Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park
฿4,357
per adult

Waterfalls and Beach Caves Adventure in Costa Rica
฿4,569
per adult

The Wonders of Cano Island Snorkeling Tour
฿4,080
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Marina Vista

Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star hotel in 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! (605 reviews)
"Hotel was great. Short walk to town. Food at dinner was really good. Breakfast was premade and not very hot but otherwise everything was great."
Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Beautiful eco lodge with walks on property and ocean views. Natural landscaping - Birds, monkeys butterflies etc."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is ฿1,915 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
฿1,915
฿3,451 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday home in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
"Very clean and the maintenance guy was super nice showing us the property and how to get in"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2025

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata, 4x4 vehicle ONLY, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is ฿12,558 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
฿12,558
฿14,631 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (299 reviews)
"Awesome place the staff after a few days started to feel like family. The views that we had there were excellent. The food was very good, the pool and the villas are top notch. Extremely clean and they maintained our rooms every time we left it. The staff were incredible supporting with all our activities ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Hotel Cuna Del Angel
9 kms south of Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is ฿5,026 per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
฿5,026
฿5,680 total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (311 reviews)
"My family really enjoyed our stay! The property is beautiful and the staff are so friendly and helpful! The food in the restaurant is excellent but a bit overpriced. We would definitely stay there again!!"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Villas Alturas
San Martin Norte, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is ฿4,201 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿4,201
฿4,747 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa resort in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (175 reviews)
"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."
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025
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