El General

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Villas Rio Mar

Villas Rio Mar

3 out of 5
Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
$106 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Oct 27 to Oct 28
$119 total
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Villas Rio Mar
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
$74 nightly
The price is $83 total per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
$83 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Cerro Ballena are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"What an amazing piece of paradise! The property is stunning and the staff is very friendly and informative. I would say a 4x4 vehicle is required, especially in the rainy season. We saw tons of birds and enjoyed listening to the howler monkeys in the morning from the porch. I would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa

3.5 out of 5
Calle San Gerardo Páramo San Jose
$113 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$128 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Páramo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews)
"El cuarto siempre lo mantuvieron limpio, el desayuno es estilo bufet y es muy rico, la comida en el restaurante del hotel es muy buena y con precios accesibles, la atención del personal es muy amable y enfocada en los huespedes, el Spa es demasiado bueno, es un punto alto en el hotel, los masajes ..."

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2026

Savegre Hotel Natural Reserve & Spa
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Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
Stay at this vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Cerro Ballena are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (112 reviews)
"What an amazing piece of paradise! The property is stunning and the staff is very friendly and informative. I would say a 4x4 vehicle is required, especially in the rainy season. We saw tons of birds and enjoyed listening to the howler monkeys in the morning from the porch. I would definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on Oct 19, 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 WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
"Excelente todo personal unless"

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
A Jungle Villa, 5-8 BR, full staff, Toucans, Mountains and Emerald Canyon access

A Jungle Villa, 5-8 BR, full staff, Toucans, Mountains and Emerald Canyon access

Barú San José Province
Stay at this villa in Barú. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and private pools. Popular attractions Parque Reptilandia and Nauyaca Waterfalls are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (143 reviews)
"We have stayed at the beach on previous trips to Costa Rica, but we love the mountains even more—especially the cool, refreshing mornings. This beautiful property was the perfect place to experience Costa Rica’s tranquility and natural beauty!Our group had an amazing stay at this stunning villa. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2026

A Jungle Villa, 5-8 BR, full staff, Toucans, Mountains and Emerald Canyon access
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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.

Stay near popular El General attractions

Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary

You can take time to visit Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary during your travels to El General. Wander the seaside or discover the waterfalls in this relaxing area.
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Things to do

Enjoying a off the beaten path waterfall!

Waterfalls and Beach Caves Adventure in Costa Rica

$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waterfalls and Beach Caves Adventure in Costa Rica
Discover the essence of Costa Rica !.

Wildlife Safari Float by Kayak in Peñas Blancas River from Arenal

$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wildlife Safari Float by Kayak in Peñas Blancas River from Arenal
Uvita Coffee Tour

Uvita Coffee Tour

$70
per adult
Uvita Coffee Tour
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Frequently asked questions

What is a good itinerary length for El General?
A good itinerary length for El General is one to two days to visit the Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary and enjoy a Safari float Arenal Wildlife Watching tour. For an extended stay of three to four days, travelers can spend more time birdwatching or take the Wildlife Safari Float by Kayak in Peñas Blancas River from Arenal, fully immersing in nature. See El General Activities.
What are the top things to do in and around El General?
In El General, travelers can explore natural settings and enjoy wildlife encounters:


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