Ballena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ballena
Photo by Samuel  Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel  Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel  Doejaaren
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Where to stay in Ballena

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Marina Vista

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

Marina Vista
Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3 out of 5
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
"Perfect"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Villas Rio Mar
La Cusinga Lodge

La Cusinga Lodge

3 out of 5
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is Rp2.155.717 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp2.155.717
Rp2.435.961 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 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

La Cusinga Lodge
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is Rp823.261 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp823.261
Rp1.576.267 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday home in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Su piscina infinita con vista a la cola de la ballena y el atardecer la amamos 100/10 Las fotos se quedan cortas a lo hermoso y de buen gusto. Los masajes y tours super recomendados!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
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, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 4-star holiday home in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Su piscina infinita con vista a la cola de la ballena y el atardecer la amamos 100/10 Las fotos se quedan cortas a lo hermoso y de buen gusto. Los masajes y tours super recomendados!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

3.5 out of 5
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 6 Aug 2025

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
Morning Glory

Morning Glory

2 out of 5
Camino a Playa Chaman, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this apartment in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"Morning Glory était un endroit propre, très beau, piscine très belle et propre, jardin magnifique...je reviendrais sans hesiter."

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2025

Morning Glory
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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