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

Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$112 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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! (611 reviews)
"Perfect"
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
$132 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Sep 22 to Sep 23
$150 total
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
ecology minded hotel
"Very nice ecology minded hotel. The grounds are great. It has quirky architecture, the staff are friendly and helpful The site view has a stunning viewpoint where u can enjoy the sunset The only criticism is that site is not practical for moving luggage from the car park to the room"
Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
$80 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Aug 25 to Aug 26
$91 total
Aug 25 - Aug 26
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Su piscina infinita con vista a la cola de la ballena y el atardecer la amamos 100/10 Las fotos se quedan cortas a lo hermoso y de buen gusto. Los masajes y tours super recomendados!"
Reviewed on Aug 4, 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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Su piscina infinita con vista a la cola de la ballena y el atardecer la amamos 100/10 Las fotos se quedan cortas a lo hermoso y de buen gusto. Los masajes y tours super recomendados!"
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
Great gem of a place in Uvita!
"It was such a great experience! Thank you so much. For the value, customer service and location this is such a gem of a find for a place to stay that is minutes away from the Whale Tail beach. We stayed in a room that had two beds, a kitchen with fridge, microwave, pots and pans, plates and cups. ..."
Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Entire house-Whale Tail/Ocean Views, Pool!
Casita avail to rent for add'l fee
Uvita
Stay at this vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
Peaceful
"The place is so relaxingand peaceful. Beautiful view"
Reviewed on May 31, 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

Catarata uvita
4.5/5(9 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Hacienda Baru
4.5/5(23 reviews)
You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary
5/5(7 reviews)
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary during your trip to Ballena? Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Things to do

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

Private Whale Watching Guided Tour
$95
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
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- Ventanas Beach
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- Arco Beach
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- Linda Beach
- Finca 6 Archaeological Site
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