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Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"This property was incredibly beautiful. This hotel is more for couples and my husband and I enjoyed it. The food was amazing. Everyone on the staff went over and beyond to assist you with whatever you need. The atmosphere was great as well. The perfect get away to relax, reflect and restore. My husband and I would like to thank specifically Curtis,Emmanuel, Ivan, Alfonso, Noel and Francisco. Thank you!"
The price is ₩955,528
₩1,079,746 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Nothing short of amazing! "
The price is ₩2,213,728
₩2,722,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Collection

Villas Alturas

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (176)
"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."
The price is ₩140,087
₩158,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Villas Alturas

Rancho Pacifico

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (34)
"Property was beautiful. Room was private and very nice. Staff was amazing. Meals were wonderful. We will definitely return. "
The price is ₩705,622
₩797,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Rancho Pacifico

Villas Rio Mar

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (613)
"This property was amazing. Our villa was super cute & comfortable. The staff were very friendly & helpful. The restaurant on site was excellent."
The price is ₩136,849
₩154,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Villas Rio Mar

Golden Pineapple Villas

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"Great Resort"
The price is ₩636,627
₩719,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Golden Pineapple Villas

Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68)
"This property is the perfect get away to beautiful Costa Rica. The location of the hotel and the views are amazing. The staff were tremendously helpful, courteous and a joy to be around. I would definately reccomended this hotel and we will be back again! If you stay with Hotel 360 please make sure and have Jefferson or William at the bar make you a 360 Martini!"
The price is ₩372,829
₩421,297 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (219)
"We loved the grounds, so peaceful and lush. Huge variety of birds, howler monkeys in the distance each morning, incredibly kind, helpful and friendly staff. Delicious food, beverages and the best swimming pool ever!"
The price is ₩233,825
₩264,222 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 12 - Sep 13
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

4.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (302)
"Magical place and super super friendly staff. Very welcoming and delicious food in the restaurant. "
The price is ₩421,300
₩494,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Tropical Beach

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (135)
"Great location, clean rooms, Efficient staff and the restaurant on site is amazing. Accomodation was very reasonable too. Highly recommend. "
The price is ₩71,019
₩80,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Tropical Beach

Hotel Cuna Del Angel

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (314)
"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!! "
The price is ₩214,178
₩242,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Hotel Cuna Del Angel

Canavida Villas & Resort

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Great villa. All new and well maintained. Stunning location, close to the jungle and overlooking the pacific. House has all facilities. Be mindful there is a 15 min or so gravel road to the main road / village"
The price is ₩62,647
₩125,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Canavida Villas & Resort

Lapazul

4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14)
"A wonderful location in the forest, with wildlife all around. Beautiful views to the ocean. Very friendly staff. Good meals."
The price is ₩393,490
₩444,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Lapazul

Hotel El Tecal

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (64)
"We have stayed here a few times with our dog and it is a convenient halfway point between Hermosa and Pavones. Very secure and safe, great restaurant onsite, and big, clean rooms with everything you need for a short or extended stay."
The price is ₩112,070
₩126,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hotel El Tecal

Elan at Ballena Beach

4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Excellent stay and Camila the property manager is amazing"
The price is ₩532,332
₩703,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Elan at Ballena Beach

Hotel Ballena REY

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"The comfiest beds "
The price is ₩131,136
₩148,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hotel Ballena REY

Cool Waters Jungle Villas

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Great place to stay! Is very quiet and in the middle of the jungle but still 5 mins from the beach. Staff is really nice, will come back for sure!"
The price is ₩87,166
₩121,950 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Cool Waters Jungle Villas

Hotel Tucan

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42)
"The people is very nice and the place is really clean "
The price is ₩73,731
₩83,319 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Hotel Tucan

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
"Secure gated facility, and walking distance to the beach!"
The price is ₩110,197
₩124,522 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

Mavi Surf Hotel

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"Epic property…..If in Dominical it’s the place to stay"
The price is ₩179,865
₩203,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Mavi Surf Hotel
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Where to stay in Ballena

Find the best Ballena areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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Playa Tortuga

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.

Learn more about Ballena

Humpback whales visit the protected waters of Marino Ballena National Park from July to October, making boat tours unforgettable. Explore the famous 'Whale's Tail' sandbar formation at low tide or snorkel among colorful reef fish in the warm Pacific waters.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Ballena?

Rooms & Pool Macaws is a favorite with Expedia customers. This hotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Reviews from our site also recommend Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa and Cabinas D'Val Boutique Hotel as top options for your stay. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Ballena.

What are some of the best vacation rentals in Ballena?

Canavida Villas & Resort: Visitors give good reviews to this Ballena vacation home rental, which is located by the ocean and has a terrace, a private yard, and air-conditioning to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. See all vacation rentals in Ballena.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Ballena, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Ballena.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Ballena?

For more details about updating your trip to Ballena or cancelling it, click here.

What's the best place to stay on a budget in Ballena?

Based on our traveler reviews, Hostel Cascada Verde is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other options for your budget-friendly stay include Hona Beach Hotel and Ukinca Hostel. View all budget hotels in Ballena.

What's the best accommodation for families in Ballena?

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is a resort with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices for your kid-friendly vacation include Villas Rio Mar and Hotel Cuna Del Angel. Attractions in the area like Topolandia and Parque Reptilandia are also fun for kids of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Ballena.

What is the favorite LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Ballena?

Rancho Pacifico is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features a full-service spa and free WiFi. Nature's Edge Boutique Hotel and Cabinas D'Val Boutique Hotel are other good options for your stay. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Ballena.

What's the best pet-friendly place to stay in Ballena?

Villas Rio Mar is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers 2 outdoor pools and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options for you and your pet include Hotel El Tecal and Hotel Vive Uvita. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Ballena.

Where is the best place to stay near Marino Ballena National Park?

La Cusinga Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this 3-star lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Marino Ballena National Park. Other good options within a few miles include Golden Pineapple Villas and Tropical Beach.

What about the best place to stay close to Uvita Beach?

One of the top choices for your stay is Villas María Luisa Lodge, located a short 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Uvita Beach, and this 3-star apartment offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Tropical Beach and La Dulcinea B&B are two other good choices in the immediate area.

What's the best place to stay near the beach in Ballena?

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa is a top beach resort with free buffet breakfast and a full-service spa, and it's located close to Arco Beach. Other good options for your stay near the beach include Hotel El Tecal and Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection. See more stays near the beach in Ballena.

What's the best high-end hotel in Ballena?

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa is a luxury resort with a poolside restaurant and a full-service spa, and it's a popular choice for Expedia travelers looking for an elegant place to stay. Rancho Pacifico and Vista Celestial are two other upscale options for your stay. Find more luxury hotels in Ballena.

What's the best boutique hotel in Ballena?

Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection is a favorite hotel with our travelers looking for a stylish accommodation, and features 6 guestrooms, a poolside restaurant, and a full-service spa. See all boutique hotels in Ballena.

What are some accommodations with pools in Ballena?

Golden Pineapple Villas is a top hotel with an outdoor pool, free cooked-to-order breakfast, and free WiFi. A couple of other options that offer an onsite pool include Villas Rio Mar and Hotel Ballena REY. View all hotels with pools in Ballena.

What is the best spa hotel in Ballena?

La Cusinga Lodge is a top spa hotel featuring an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Spend an afternoon at the spa where you’ll find Swedish massages, deep-tissue massages, and hot stone massages. Other popular spa hotels in Ballena include Golden Pineapple Villas and Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa. See all spa hotels in Ballena.

What's the best hotel for staying near Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)?

Courtyard by Marriott San Jose Airport Alajuela is a popular 3.5-star hotel featuring a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located a short 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport. Other options close to the airport are Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport and Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton San Jose-Airport.

What's it like to stay in Ballena?

Visitors are sure to enjoy all Ballena has to offer including its wildlife viewing. Tourists can also enjoy the city's cocktail bars and rainforests. In Ballena, there are 657 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Ballena.

What should I do while I'm visiting Ballena?

Natural beauty is on display at Playa Ballena, Ventanas Beach, and Playa Tortuga. A couple of additional sights to add to your agenda are Tortuga Beach and Uvita Beach. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Ballena guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Ballena?

The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 69°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 68°F. The rainiest months in Ballena are October, August, November, and July, with each month seeing an average of 41 inches of rainfall.