Bahía Ballena Travel 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 AU$582 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$582
16 June - 17 June
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 AU$178 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$178
16 June - 17 June
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! (643 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 AU$199 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$199
26 May - 27 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay here. The room was gorgeous and comfortable. We enjoyed spending time at the lodge, walking the trails and relaxing at the pool. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. We hope to return to La Cusinga in the future, it’s truly a special place."

Reviewed on 14 May 2026

La Cusinga Lodge
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

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! (91 reviews)
"Romantic studio with stunning views of ocean and wildlife"

Reviewed on 16 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
Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C

Dominical Puntarenas
Stay at this villa in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (95 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at this luxury jungle villa, which perfectly blends high-end comfort with raw tropical beauty. The landscape is absolutely beautiful and offers fantastic, panoramic views from every angle. It is an incredibly livable space with very comfortable furniture and all the modern ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C
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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