Bahía Ballena

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A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a backdrop of mountains and dense forest.
An aerial view of a narrow, sandy beach with clear turquoise waters on both sides, surrounded by dense greenery.
An aerial view of a beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and lush green mountains in the background.
A beach with rocky foreground, people walking, and a mountain range in the background.
A coastal landscape with a bay, clear turquoise waters, and a mountainous backdrop.

Where to stay in Bahía Ballena

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Marina Vista

Marina Vista might not have many top sights, but Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$92 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
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! (109 reviews)
"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the ..."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
$193 nightly
The price is $218 total per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
$218 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (189 reviews)
"Tiki Villas is a beautiful place with very helpful and friendly staff. Ana and William helped ensure our stay was comfortable and booked an excursion to Corcovado which was a lovely day adventure and a dinner reservation in Uvita. We loved relaxing with a delicious drink by the pool. Jose made a ..."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
$357 nightly
The price is $403 total per night from Sep 19 to Sep 20
$403 total
Sep 19 - Sep 20
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (319 reviews)
"This property is stunningly beautiful. Very clean. Worth the drive up the mountain. Staff are very nice and helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2026

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
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

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! (109 reviews)
"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the ..."

Reviewed on Sep 2, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Cedrela Beach Villas

Cedrela Beach Villas

3.5 out of 5
Cam. a Playa Colonia Bahía Ballena Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this villa in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (22 reviews)
"Awesome host and very good location with new property ! Loved it!"

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2026

Cedrela Beach Villas
Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C

Dominical Puntarenas
Stay at this villa in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (99 reviews)
"The host was great, the area is very nice and the view was beautiful"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

Luxury Jungle Villa~Honeymoon Privacy~Ocean View~Infinity Pool~Wildlife~A/C
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.

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