Title: The Best Platanillo Resorts from $200 | Expedia.com

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## Our top choices for Platanillo resorts

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111700000/111695700/111695632/7edc9db9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Cabin, River View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111700000/111695700/111695632/95b015d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111700000/111695700/111695632/a7d745a4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111700000/111695700/111695632/66a03602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Jungle River Resort - Adults Only

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-Jungle-River-Resort.h111695632.Hotel-Information)

Bahía Ballena

9.6/10

Exceptional

(8 reviews)

"The location was tranquil, the room was fantastic and Danny, the owner was extremely helpful and went above and beyond to ensure I had a pleasant stay. The room is equipped with everything you need to feel at home, and in the morning I received a gorgeous breakfast basket which included local fruits, a bagel and freshly squeezed juice. Couldn’t recommend this place enough! Paradise 🌻"

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Siobhan

$177 nightly

$200 total

Feb 17 - Feb 18

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-Jungle-River-Resort.h111695632.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4670000/4665300/4665273/8e4eb850.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Villa, 2 Bedrooms,  One Queen Size Bed. | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4670000/4665300/4665273/3bb722ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Villa, 2 Bedrooms,  One Queen Size Bed. | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4670000/4665300/4665273/0dac1655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4670000/4665300/4665273/8b7b03b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Villas Alturas

[](https://www.expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Villas-Alturas.h4665273.Hotel-Information)

Bahía Ballena

9.4/10

Exceptional

(187 reviews)

"Rooms were clean, staff was amazing and the view was incredible. Love this place. Will definitely be coming back."

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Julie

$248 nightly

$280 total

Feb 17 - Feb 18

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Villas-Alturas.h4665273.Hotel-Information)

![Luxury Quadruple Room, Private Pool, Mountain View | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120490000/120488900/120488896/1fb6074b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120490000/120488900/120488896/3fb1143a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120490000/120488900/120488896/791eb26a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120490000/120488900/120488896/d5921dbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mandala Ojochal Boutique Resort & Retreat Center

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ciudad-Cortes-Hotels-Mandala-Ojochal.h120488896.Hotel-Information)

Ojochal

10/10

Exceptional

(1 review)

"What a fabulous location. An immersive rainforest experience, with a beautiful view from our balcony. You could hear a variety of birds singing. It was music to the ears and you really felt connected with nature. If you ever decide to come to Uvita, this is the place to stay. The natural materials used in the accommodation complemented the surroundings. Very pleasing to the eye all around."

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bhadresh

$214 nightly

$242 total

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ciudad-Cortes-Hotels-Mandala-Ojochal.h120488896.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386900/1386896/f3d0bc73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Master Suite | Balcony view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386900/1386896/536f2acc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach nearby, free beach shuttle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386900/1386896/2881a3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Master Suite | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, minibar, in-room safe](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386900/1386896/9bf9feec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Cristal-Ballena-Boutique-Hotel-Spa.h1386896.Hotel-Information)

Bahía Ballena

9.6/10

Exceptional

(222 reviews)

"The room was spotless, the reception disk polite, the food excellent, the staff attentive and the pool marvelous. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Walter

$223 nightly

$252 total

Feb 16 - Feb 17

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Cristal-Ballena-Boutique-Hotel-Spa.h1386896.Hotel-Information)

![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94996200/94996167/a41e519c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94996200/94996167/aedbdf1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94996200/94996167/b81221ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Fitness facility](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94996200/94996167/a3644d24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### A boutique jungle oasis! Spacious villa with resort amenities. 

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-A-Boutique-Jungle-Oasis-Spacious-Villa-With-Resort-Amenities.h94996167.Hotel-Information)

Ojochal

$315 nightly

$315 total

Feb 14 - Feb 15

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-A-Boutique-Jungle-Oasis-Spacious-Villa-With-Resort-Amenities.h94996167.Hotel-Information)

![Honeymoon Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6042600/6042557/9987e34e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room, Ocean View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6042600/6042557/dc5ae68f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Honeymoon Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6042600/6042557/ad2278e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6042600/6042557/3bd72f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

[](https://www.expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Oxygen-Jungle-Villas.h6042557.Hotel-Information)

Bahía Ballena

9.6/10

Exceptional

(308 reviews)

"Staff is very friendly and the property is beautiful "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Justin

$618 nightly

$699 total

Mar 13 - Mar 14

Total with taxes and fees

[](https://www.expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Oxygen-Jungle-Villas.h6042557.Hotel-Information)

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## Top Platanillo Hotel Reviews

![Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8126300/8126251/733fce93_y.jpg)

### Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully renovated property (it reopened in January after extensive property upgrades). The villas were beautifully designed. The views are stunning. The pool area was lovely. The restaurant is excellent, and the staff was very friendly. No major complaints whatsoever. A few minor things to improve, but not enough to give less stars (and the staff mentioned that they were still finalizing some things due to furniture shipments delayed, etc). The pool area could use a few more lounge chairs; the main lobby area could use a bit more decor (plants, more tables, pillows, etc) to fill out the space and create a more intimate feeling. "

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Tiki-Villas-Rainforest-Lodge-Spa.h8126251.Hotel-Information)

![Golden Pineapple Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19810000/19807400/19807376/9b178bb1_y.jpg)

### Golden Pineapple Villas

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent staff!!! Views and good food! "

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Golden-Pineapple-Villas.h19807376.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Diuwak](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12613300/12613210/c6d92f3a_y.jpg)

### Hotel Diuwak

10/10 Excellent

"Great!"

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Hotel-Diuwak.h12613210.Hotel-Information)

![Canavida Villas & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/fb2f907a_y.jpg)

### Canavida Villas & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Room was spotless and owner was so helpful with everything making our stay there the best we have had in Costa Rica, the views are breathtaking and unbeatable. We highly recommend Canavida"

[](https://expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-Canavida-Villas-Resort.h90013782.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20960000/20957100/20957042/5ac88688_y.jpg)

### Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"An outstanding property; one of the best I have ever stayed at. The views are incredible, rooms are well kept and bar and restaurant are open 6a-10p. But you do need 4wd to get up the mountain on a rough road to it (faster is better) and the food is very healthy and may not be enough for everyone, but is delicious. Staff become family quickly. We'll be back."

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Three-Sixty-Boutique-Hotel-Adults-Only.h20957042.Hotel-Information)

![Villas Rio Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/66200/66109/67c9bc41_y.jpg)

### Villas Rio Mar

10/10 Excellent

"Staff very helpful, beautiful location "

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Villas-Rio-Mar.h66109.Hotel-Information)

![El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5230000/5225100/5225047/37faf8e9_y.jpg)

### El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I can't say enough nice things about our stay here It's a beautiful, adults only hotel It feels like you're staying at a friends house if your friend has a beautiful mansion The staff however were what made the stay so great We loved Roxy, Jose, and Francisco We would stay again just to have them taking care of us Great food that seemed pricy until you go out to eat then we found it was actually the best choice to eat there Great breakfast included Beautiful pool with beautiful views Also a great place to see whales and wildlife "

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-El-Castillo-Adults-Only.h5225047.Hotel-Information)

![Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1390000/1386900/1386896/7b0fad1e_y.jpg)

### Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spotless, the reception disk polite, the food excellent, the staff attentive and the pool marvelous. "

[](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Cristal-Ballena-Boutique-Hotel-Spa.h1386896.Hotel-Information)

![Alborada Boutique Stay ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100705200/100705194/43cd1dda_y.jpg)

### Alborada Boutique Stay 

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely little oasis in Uvita. The pool is exceptional as was the breakfast. Only small complaint is the air fresheners that fill the room with a sickly sweet odor. We unplugged them both and the air cleared after a couple of hours."

[](https://expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-Alborada-Boutique-Stay-Unids.h100705194.Hotel-Information)

## Find out more about Platanillo

## Platanillo Resorts information

| Number of reviews | 724        |
| ----------------- | ---------- |
| Accommodation     | 10 Resorts |
| Lowest Price      | $200       |
| Highest Price     | $699       |

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