Uvita

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Playa Arco Beach and primary rainforest, Uvita, Marino Ballena National Park, Puntarenas Province Coast of Costa Rica
Playa Arco Beach and primary rainforest, Uvita, Marino Ballena National Park, Puntarenas Province Coast of Costa Rica
Dominical, near Uvita, Puntarenas Province, Pacific Coast of Costa Rica
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Hotel Tucan

Hotel Tucan

2 out of 5
100 Mtrs Este del Banco de Costa Rica Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
$71 nightly
The price is $80 total per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
$80 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (46 reviews)
All good, enjoyed the stay and the breakfast was good

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

Hotel Tucan
Bahia Selvatica Lodge

Bahia Selvatica Lodge

3 out of 5
Camino a Playa Colonia Uvita Provincia de Puntarenas
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
$105 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Nous sommes arrivés dans un endroit très propre, très bien situé (5 min à pied de la plage), avec tous les équipements nécessaires. Le concept de cuisine partagée (bien équipée et très propre) est très sympa.

Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026

Bahia Selvatica Lodge
Yuli Hotel

Yuli Hotel

3 out of 5
Uvita Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (62 reviews)
Our stay was fantastic! Great location if you want to enjoy the national park and local restaurants. Wonderful staff and a clean room. The restaurant was a treat!

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

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Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel

3.5 out of 5
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (54 reviews)
Place was very nice and well located. 10 min walk to the Ballena National Park entrance. It was very warm and no fan strong enough to keep windows opened so we had to use air conditioning and leave curtains closed. So we did no feel like staying very long inside. No private exterior area to Relax ...

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
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! (29 reviews)
Minimal amenities (small fridge in room, AC, TV) but clean. Nightclub/restaurant next door plays music in the evening until late(ish). No cleaning or maid service. Secure locking gate was usually closed and locked in the evening.

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
Uvita Beach House: Your ideal hub for Exploring the Lush Southern Zone of CR

Uvita Beach House: Your ideal hub for Exploring the Lush Southern Zone of CR

Uvita Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located ...
Uvita Beach House: Your ideal hub for Exploring the Lush Southern Zone of CR
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Popular places to visit

Playa Tortuga

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

Playa Tortuga

Catarata uvita

4.5/5(9 reviews)

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

Catarata uvita

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

5/5(7 reviews)

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

Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary

Things to do

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat

From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat

$170
per adult
From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat
36' Tour Boat - Seats up to 24 guests

Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning

$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning
Savegre River whitewater rafting

Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio

$125
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio
Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde

$78
per adult
3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde
Whale

Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita

$89
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita
Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena

Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena

$89
per adult
Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena
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Reviews of Uvita

4.6
Top Destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Friendly, laid-back town

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The ballena area is dispersed semi-rural with lots of areas to walk. A half km or so from the hotel is a strip of restaurants and souvenir on the road leading to the entrance to the National Park. The town center is 1.5 km distant.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

uvita is quiet and walkable with nice restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great beaches and dining

4/5 - Good

Marco

No food delivery you have to go out or order take out at the place, some let you order ahead but you still pick it up. The national park has 4 entrances, ask your tour guides which one to go to because waze will take you to chaman/colonia

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I honestly did not do enough research about Uvita before arriving. It is a safe and relaxing little town where you can find all your needs. I found gift shops a little overpriced. There are some nice restaurants and bars around.

Cities near Uvita

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Bahía Ballena

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