Bahía Ballena Travel Guide
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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.

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is AU$132 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$132
per night
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Las villas son hermosas, las vistas impresionantes! Nos encantó. Lo único que quisiera resaltar es que si os quedáis en villa oropendola, tener mucho cuidado si tenéis niños chicos. Para llegar a las villas también es un poco complicado. Es necesario tener vehículo todo terreno. Aparte de eso, todo ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Near the national park, we loved the trails and the nature"
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
Comfortable Retreat
"Nice location. Clean room."
Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025
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.

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Las villas son hermosas, las vistas impresionantes! Nos encantó. Lo único que quisiera resaltar es que si os quedáis en villa oropendola, tener mucho cuidado si tenéis niños chicos. Para llegar a las villas también es un poco complicado. Es necesario tener vehículo todo terreno. Aparte de eso, todo ..."
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Great gem of a place in Uvita!
"It was such a great experience! Thank you so much. For the value, customer service and location this is such a gem of a find for a place to stay that is minutes away from the Whale Tail beach. We stayed in a room that had two beds, a kitchen with fridge, microwave, pots and pans, plates and cups. ..."
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Hotel Uvita Forest
Calle Garcia, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant stay"
Reviewed on 25 June 2025
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.
Popular places to visit

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.
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.
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.
Activities

Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
AU$144
per adult

Uvita: Whalewatching Experience in Costa Rica
AU$150
per adult

Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park
AU$121
per adult

Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour
AU$129
per adult

Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena
AU$135
per adult
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