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Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
$93 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Oct 20 to Oct 21
$106 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (618 reviews)
"One of my favorite hotels. It’s clean, the swimming pool is nice, and the staff is very kind. There are many beautiful beaches nearby. They also have an electric outlet available for charging electric cars, which is very convenient."
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025

Golden Pineapple Villas
3km East of Banco Costa Rica, Camino a Racho Pacifico, Ballena, Puntarenas
$464 nightly
The price is $524 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$524 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"Great view and accommodations"
Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
$79 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$90 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!"
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025
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
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!"
Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025

Hotel Uvita Forest
Calle Garcia, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant stay"
Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Uvita Beach House: Your ideal hub for Exploring the Lush Southern Zone of CR
Uvita
Stay at this vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"The house was nice and had everything you might need and is well maintained. Good location.We loved sitting on the back deck and watching the birds. Owner was very responsive and helpful."
Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit

Nauyaca Waterfalls
5/5(76 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.
Parque Reptilandia
4/5(2 reviews)
Meet the animals who call Parque Reptilandia home during your travels in Barú. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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.
Things to do

Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita
$90
per adult
100% of travellers recommend

Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks
$95
per adult

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat
$170
per adult

Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning
$57
per adult

Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
$122
per adult
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