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.
Sandy beach beach with palm trees by the sea, with reflection, Punta Uvita, Tropical rainforest, wooded hills, Pacific coast, Parque Nacional Marino Ballena, Puntarenas province, Costa Rica
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.

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
$361 nightly
The price is $408 total per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
$408 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
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
Bahia Selvatica Lodge

Bahia Selvatica Lodge

3 out of 5
Camino a Playa Colonia Uvita Provincia de Puntarenas
$73 nightly
The price is $82 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$82 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this lodge in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Es un lugar muy lindo y privado, piscina agradable y compacta con 3 espacios, cuartos bien equipados."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2026

Bahia Selvatica Lodge
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
$93 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
$105 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Arco Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"Superbe maison avec une vue à couper le souffle sur la mer. Le chemin pour se rendre est un peu difficile comme la plupart des routes secondaires du Costa Rica..."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
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 Uvita Beach and Arco Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
"Superbe maison avec une vue à couper le souffle sur la mer. Le chemin pour se rendre est un peu difficile comme la plupart des routes secondaires du Costa Rica..."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 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 Uvita Beach and Secret Lau Pool are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay in a great"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
Luxury retreat with panoramic ocean view, private infinity pool, concierge

Luxury retreat with panoramic ocean view, private infinity pool, concierge

Uvita Puntarenas Province
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Uvita Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"The photos online do not do this view justice. The house was perfect for our family of 6 and the view was unbeatable. Tom was amazing and met us in town to show us the way our first day there which was super helpful. We are already planning our trip back!"

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2026

Luxury retreat with panoramic ocean view, private infinity pool, concierge
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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