Barú

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Where to stay in Barú

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Cascada Azul

When in Cascada Azul, you can plan a visit to Nauyaca Waterfalls and Playa Dominical, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Cascada Azul
Parador Nature Resort and Spa
Parador Nature Resort and Spa
4 out of 5
Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is RM1,084 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM1,084
RM1,288 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel overlooking the beach. Very easy to get to town and Manuel Antonio park. Great pools and lots of extras like pickle ball court, game room and lots of pools."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Parador Nature Resort and Spa
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
4.5 out of 5
Road to Punta Quepos, 900 m NW from La Mariposa Hotel, Quepos, Puntarenas
The price is RM725 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
RM725
RM819 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Maravilloso
"Excelente estancia."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2025

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
La Cusinga Lodge
La Cusinga Lodge
3 out of 5
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
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! (40 reviews)
"Beautiful eco lodge with walks on property and ocean views. Natural landscaping - Birds, monkeys butterflies etc."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2024

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Los Altos Resort
Los Altos Resort
5 out of 5
Kilometer 4 on main road, Manuel Antonio National Park, Quepos, Puntarenas
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Pará Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (244 reviews)
"Attentive and helpful"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

Los Altos Resort
Canavida Villas & Resort
Canavida Villas & Resort
4 out of 5
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! (50 reviews)
"We stayed for 8 nights in the Caracara house. It had everything we needed and had a great stay! Alberto and all the staff were helpful, friendly and amazing. The views were breath taking. We stayed in June 2025, during the rainy season and were so thankful we rented a 4wheel drive vehicle. We explored ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel
Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Kilometro 4 carretera de Quepos, 150 meters west of Hotel Mariposa, Quepos
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Quepos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (106 reviews)
"We had a great stay! Gustavo was amazing when we arrived. Helped us with where to go for dinner up to scheduling our tours. Jeremy’s at the hotel restaurant was a delight every morning for breakfast. All of the staff were amazing. 10 of 10 on all! Will definitely go back."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Jungle Vista Boutique Hotel
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Popular places to visit

Nauyaca Waterfalls

Nauyaca Waterfalls

5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nauyaca Waterfalls during your travels in Barú. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Nauyaca Waterfalls

Parque Reptilandia

Meet the animals who call Parque Reptilandia home during your travels in Barú. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Parque Reptilandia

Eco Chontales Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Eco Chontales Waterfall during your travels in Barú. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Eco Chontales Waterfall

Things to do

Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.

Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.

RM381
per adult
Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.
Refreshing and having fun in the river, safe due to not big amount of water, nice temperature

Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour

RM360
per adult
Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour
Waterfalls Tour

La Ceiba Waterfalls Tour and Mountain Exploration

RM169
per senior
La Ceiba Waterfalls Tour and Mountain Exploration
Nauyaca Full Day tour

Nauyaca Full Day tour

RM571
per adult
Nauyaca Full Day tour
learn all about the chocolate, from taking the fruit from the tree until make in to a hot drink, the traditional way

Uvita Chocolate Tour

RM254
per adult
Uvita Chocolate Tour
Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park

Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park

RM569
per adult
Uvita: Kayak & Snorkel Private Tour - Marino Ballena N. Park
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5/5 - Excellent

Jane

If you want a true jungle experience definitely stay at Valley of Dreams. Fantastic hosts, amazing location surrounded by Toucans, howler monkeys along with many other jungle creatures. First class accommodation made all the better by Matt and Annie