5/5 - Excellent
Paula
I truly recommend. Gorgeous country with very friendly people
Bahía Ballena
Travel Guide
Visit Bahía Ballena
Where to stay in Bahía Ballena
Marina Vista
Marina Vista might not have many top sights, but Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is ₩60,304 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩60,304
₩123,569 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"Beautiful house in the middle of the rainforest. 5/5"
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2025
La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is ₩133,576 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩133,576
₩150,941 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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! (45 reviews)
"Near the national park, we loved the trails and the nature"
Reviewed on Sep 4, 2025
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata, 4x4 vehicle ONLY, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is ₩516,776 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
₩516,776
₩602,898 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (300 reviews)
"Amazing!"
Reviewed on Jul 25, 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! (57 reviews)
"Beautiful house in the middle of the rainforest. 5/5"
Reviewed on Sep 18, 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 Aug 6, 2025
Cedrela Beach Villas
Cam. a Playa Colonia, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Excelente lugar"
Reviewed on Aug 5, 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 the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Tortuga
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in 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 Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Reviews of Bahía Ballena
4.6
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Do everything in your power to preserve this area - its wonderful
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Whale watching excursion was very enjoyaable
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Small town. Many dirt roads. Kind of dark. Not a lot to do, but there is a good restaurant La fogata. Primary activities are whale and dolphin watching tours. Wasn't impressed with the beach at all. Stick and debris all over. Use sunscreen!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Food in Uvita was excellent and if you are visiting anywhere I recommend going to the Nauyaca Waterfalls (but make sure you pay for the truck ride as it's miles of hiking over rough terrain vs. a 30 minute ride)
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Ballena is so beautiful. We visited during the wet season and it is a great time to experience the rainfall and see many different animals. If you fly into SJO, there is a Walmart store and you can purchase anything including bottle water.
