Bahía Ballena Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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, Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical are some notable places to visit nearby.

Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3 out of 5
Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is Rp2.016.336 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
Rp2.016.336
Rp2.278.460 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bahía 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! (644 reviews)
"Limpio, acogedor, y silencioso"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Villas Rio Mar
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 Rp6.162.191 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
Rp6.162.191
Rp7.205.172 total
15 Jun - 16 Jun
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (317 reviews)
"Words cannot describe the experience my wife and I had. We hugged the staff and cried when we had to leave. This place is truly magical."

Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
La Cusinga Lodge

La Cusinga Lodge

3 out of 5
Km166 Costarena Sur Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is Rp2.438.217 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp2.438.217
Rp2.755.186 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa lodge in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
"Breakfast was good every morning and Micheal and Carlos are so nice along with Hazel at the front desk."

Reviewed on 27 May 2026

La Cusinga Lodge
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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 Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"The staff is very responsive! We saw a lot of gorgeous birds from our porch, including toucans and macaws!"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
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! (35 reviews)
"Absolutely a wonderful place to stay with awesome staff!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
Cabinas Costa Tropicana

Cabinas Costa Tropicana

3 out of 5
Calle los Laureles Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
Stay at this cabin in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews)
"The staff was friendly, the cabin was very clean , it had all the appliances, overall it was a great stay."

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Cabinas Costa Tropicana
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Popular places to visit

Playa Tortuga

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Bahía Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Playa Tortuga

Hacienda Baru

You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Bahía Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Hacienda Baru

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Enjoy an outing to Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Catarata uvita

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Catarata uvita

Secret Lau Pool

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Secret Lau Pool during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

Secret Lau Pool

Uvita Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

Uvita Arts Center

Things to do

Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

Rp1.384.032
per adult
3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde
Savegre River whitewater rafting

Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio

Rp2.218.000
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
Uvita: Whale Watching Boat Trip with Drinks and Snacks

Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks

Rp1.685.680
per adult
Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
36' Tour Boat - Seats up to 24 guests

Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning

Rp1.330.800
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning
Private Marino Ballena National Park Sea Kayaking and Snorkeling

Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking

Rp2.218.000
per adult
Uvita: Marino Ballena National Park Mangroves - Sea Kayaking
Spheres Tour: Archaeological Sites

Uvita: Archaeological Sites with Spheres Stone

Rp1.153.360
per adult
Uvita: Archaeological Sites with Spheres Stone
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