Title: Visit Barú: 2026 Travel Guide for Barú, San José Province | Expedia.com [Hotels in Barú](https://expedia.com/Baru-Hotels.d6338897.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Barú](https://expedia.com/Baru-Vacation-Rentals.d6338897.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Barú](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Baru.d6338897.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Barú](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Baru.d6338897.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Barú](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Baru.d6338897.Car-Rental-Guide)[Barú Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Baru.d6338897.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Barú ## Travel Guide ![drone view baru cartagena colombia caribbean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338897/fcab7d41-6d83-47e1-88c9-9f41a2f47fc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![drone view baru cartagena colombia caribbean](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338897/fcab7d41-6d83-47e1-88c9-9f41a2f47fc1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top view of a landscape surrounded by nature with the Nauyacas Waterfalls of the Baru River in the middle of the green tropical forest in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338897/678c41c8-bff4-4816-8cfd-c741b06563dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial panoramic shot of the top of the Nauyacas Waterfalls of the Baru River in the middle of the green tropical forest in Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338897/166fc360-df75-464a-9820-799dcdc2ecca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We were at the end of our Panama/Costa Rica trip and had actually just decided to cut it short because I was starting to feel sick. But we had this last hike to try out and I was just hoping both that I would feel well enough and also that our car would be able to make it back on the very steep gravel road back from the parking spot (after almost getting stuck around Monteverde earlier on the trip). As we’ve been getting used to we were first to arrive so we had this awesome place completely to ourselves for a little while in the morning before other tourists started to drop in. It really felt like a fairytale. (Oh, and the car made it back okay!) #nature #costarica #centralamerica #waterfalls](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6338897/22138724-332b-4ccd-b5f3-9818e454eaf3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Barú Where to stay Things to do Reviews ### Where to stay in Barú ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cascada Azul When in Cascada Azul, you can plan a visit to Nauyaca Waterfalls and Playa Dominical, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. [](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Cascada-Azul.dx553248635976399246) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Baru.dx6338897.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Barú Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Barú ![Parador Nature Resort and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1760000/1753000/1752985/858b79cd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parador Nature Resort and Spa Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road Quepos Puntarenas $370 nightly $416 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews) ⭐️An Unforgettable Stay Surrounded by Nature, Beauty, and Exceptional Service⭐️ Parador Nature Resort exceeded every expectation. From the moment we arrived, every single employee we encountered was genuinely kind, attentive, and went out of their way to provide extraordinary service. The warmth ... Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=1752985&PinnedHotelID=1752985&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338897) ![Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2360000/2351800/2351763/ac016461_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio Road to Punta Quepos Quepos Puntarenas $213 nightly $241 total Mar 1 - Mar 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Best room and best view I've ever stayed at Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=2351763&PinnedHotelID=2351763&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338897) ![La Mariposa Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/120000/119400/119352/8d39210b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Mariposa Hotel 100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista Quepos Puntarenas $310 nightly $351 total Feb 13 - Feb 14 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews) Everything was wonderful! Beautiful views, great food, friendly and helpful staff and excellent amenities. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to return! Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F14%2F2026&selected=119352&PinnedHotelID=119352&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6338897) [See all 1,961 properties in Barú](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F8%2F2026&endDate=2%2F9%2F2026®ionId=6338897) 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. ![Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8126300/8126251/733fce93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa 12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews) The view from Tiki Villas is so beautiful, incredible pool/restaurant views in particular but also from each villa, they are all so well situated. The recent renovation is really well done with fantastic indoor/outdoor bathrooms and super comfortable beds. I think some finishing touches are still ... Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Dominical-Hotels-Tiki-Villas-Rainforest-Lodge-Spa.h8126251.Hotel-Information) ![Canavida Villas & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/fb2f907a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canavida Villas & Resort 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 Uvita Beach are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews) Pool side furniture needed cushions to be comfortable because too hard to sit or to lay down other than that everything was great. Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Ballena-Hotels-Canavida-Villas-Resort.h90013782.Hotel-Information) ![Los Altos Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3450000/3444400/3444310/8330c510_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Los Altos Resort Kilometer 4 on main road Quepos Puntarenas Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Pará Beach are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (250 reviews) very accessible to all activities Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Quepos-Hotels-Los-Altos-Resort.h3444310.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Barú](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6338897&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Barú hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338897&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[Feb 7 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338897&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338897&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[Feb 8 - Feb 9](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338897&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338897&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6338897&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Nauyaca-Waterfalls-Baru.d553248633860262313.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Parque-Reptilandia-Baru.d553248621532964502.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Eco-Chontales-Waterfall-Baru.d741609765367894016.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48475142/dbec1542-79e6-4fca-a23b-f46c4d04dfee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat $170 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/from-uvita-day-trip-to-corcovado-national-park-by-boat.a48475142.activity-details) ![36' Tour Boat - Seats up to 24 guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48737451/8decf031-2eea-4a37-944a-be8ac3b56d32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning $75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/bahia-ballena-whale-and-dolphin-tour-morning.a48737451.activity-details) ![Savegre River whitewater rafting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1348600/d72dd41e-596f-40f9-8fb8-182bb0b760c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio $125 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/savegre-river-rafting-class-ii-iii-from-manuel-antonio.a1348600.activity-details) ![Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45078169/b18f0398-984e-4035-b96d-ce74298c99ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde $78 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hours-uvita-bird-watching-oro-verde.a45078169.activity-details) ![Whale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3580085/1d1892bd-fcd4-4c76-b633-3e7b806aa85e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita $89 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/whales-and-dolphins-watching-tour-from-uvita.a3580085.activity-details) ![ Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45970539/87bfeea0-2c58-4788-9622-b0b8aea2440e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena $89 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/uvita-surf-school-learn-to-surf-in-costa-rica-marino-ballena.a45970539.activity-details) [See all activities in Barú](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Baru.d6338897.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Barú 5 Top Destination 5 - Excellent 2 4 - Good 0 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Marjorie We will return! ## Cities near Barú ![Bahía ballena Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047931/12617c7f-b8a4-4d44-9b87-d1927bbdf570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bahía Ballena ![Beautiful stream and small waterfall in Las Quebradas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232206/dcd28986-4d64-4594-a7d9-4c38f0d1a434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Isidro de El General ![Savegre River (Rio Savegre), San Gerardo de Dota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339840/cec36eac-e06f-41f8-b3e8-8c1b106ce82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Savegre ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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