Bahía Ballena

Travel Guide

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

Find the best Bahía Ballena areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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
The price is AED 1,283 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
AED 1,283
AED 1,499 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & 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 31 July 2026

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
Bahia Selvatica Lodge

Bahia Selvatica Lodge

3 out of 5
Camino a Playa Colonia Uvita Provincia de Puntarenas
The price is AED 262 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
AED 262
AED 296 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (29 reviews)
"Es un lugar muy lindo y privado, piscina agradable y compacta con 3 espacios, cuartos bien equipados."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Bahia Selvatica Lodge
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
The price is AED 228 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
AED 228
AED 405 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & 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! (103 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and nice. The property is amazing. Wonderful views. Quiet and relaxing. The are a couple of supermarkets around to shopping groceries and food. I’ll recommend Canavidas 100%. Thanks so much and I hope to see you back soon. Pura Vida!!!"

Reviewed on 3 August 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! (103 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful and nice. The property is amazing. Wonderful views. Quiet and relaxing. The are a couple of supermarkets around to shopping groceries and food. I’ll recommend Canavidas 100%. Thanks so much and I hope to see you back soon. Pura Vida!!!"

Reviewed on 3 August 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 1 August 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
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 2 August 2026

Cedrela Beach Villas
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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