Bahía Ballena

Travel Guide

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a backdrop of mountains and dense forest.
An aerial view of a narrow, sandy beach with clear turquoise waters on both sides, surrounded by dense greenery.
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush green mountains in the background.
A beach with rocky foreground, people walking, and a mountain range in the background.
A coastal landscape with a bay, clear turquoise waters, and a mountainous backdrop.

Where to stay in Bahía Ballena

Find the best Bahía Ballena areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
The price is RM136 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
RM136
RM316 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Cerro Ballena are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is RM722 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
RM722
RM816 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
"Tiki Villas is a beautiful place with very helpful and friendly staff. Ana and William helped ensure our stay was comfortable and booked an excursion to Corcovado which was a lovely day adventure and a dinner reservation in Uvita. We loved relaxing with a delicious drink by the pool. Jose made a ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
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 RM1,394 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
RM1,394
RM1,630 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
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 ...
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
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 Cerro Ballena are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Cedrela Beach Villas

Cedrela Beach Villas

3.5 out of 5
Cam. a Playa Colonia Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this villa in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)
"Awesome host and very good location with new property ! Loved it!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Cedrela Beach Villas
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! (39 reviews)
"Very clean and safe. Everything seemed new. AC worked great. Good WiFi. Pool and outdoor kitchen are very nice and clean. Bed was very comfortable. I especially liked the very clean feeling without the overwhelming chemical cleaning smell so many places have. It was quiet and serene. Good service ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
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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