Bahia Ballena
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Where to stay in Bahia Ballena

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

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! (607 reviews)
"This property was amazing. Our villa was super cute & comfortable. The staff were very friendly & helpful. The restaurant on site was excellent."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
Fully refundable
The price is €148 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€148
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (41 reviews)
ecology minded hotel
"Very nice ecology minded hotel. The grounds are great. It has quirky architecture, the staff are friendly and helpful The site view has a stunning viewpoint where u can enjoy the sunset The only criticism is that site is not practical for moving luggage from the car park to the room"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is €81 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
€81
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through ..."
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C
Dominical
Stay at this villa in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
"My wife was stunned by the beauty of looking through the house to the view as we walked through the front door. The house was very well appointed and maintained. We thoroughly enjoyed the property, the privacy, the view and the wildlife. Regular sightings of scarlet macaws and toucans. Howler monkeys ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Private Jungle Villa w/ Pool + Ocean Views, Uvita
Uvita
Stay at this vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Family get away
"The house is amazing! The patio and pool are perfect for lounging. We ate every meal there and loved the pool. We saw lots of birds and some monkeys. Loved this house."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 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 Ballena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Hacienda Baru
5/5(2 reviews)
You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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

Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
€108
per adult

Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park
€69
per adult

Uvita: Whalewatching Experience in Costa Rica
€95
per adult

Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
€82
per adult

Uvita: Archaeological Sites with Spheres Stone
€52
per adult