5/5 - Excellent
Paula
I truly recommend. Gorgeous country with very friendly people
Bahía Ballena
Travel Guide
Visit Bahía Ballena
Where to stay in Bahía Ballena
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.
Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
The price is AED 159 per night from Nov 26 to Nov 27
AED 159
AED 326 total
26 Nov - 27 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Our favourite stay while in Costa Rica. The villa was absolutely wonderful. We had everything we needed and more. We had an amazing panoramic view with lots of wildlife. I already miss my morning coffee on the patio with the amazing view and nature sounds.
Reviewed on 12 November 2025
Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (621 reviews)
One of my favorite hotels. It’s clean, the swimming pool is nice, and the staff is very kind. There are many beautiful beaches nearby. They also have an electric outlet available for charging electric cars, which is very convenient.
Reviewed on 2 October 2025
Golden Pineapple Villas
3km East of Banco Costa Rica Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is AED 1,748 per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
AED 1,748
AED 1,976 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (105 reviews)
Staff was very nice and helpful
Reviewed on 19 November 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 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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
Our favourite stay while in Costa Rica. The villa was absolutely wonderful. We had everything we needed and more. We had an amazing panoramic view with lots of wildlife. I already miss my morning coffee on the patio with the amazing view and nature sounds.
Reviewed on 12 November 2025
Hotel Uvita Forest
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 Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Nice pool.
Reviewed on 10 November 2025
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! (151 reviews)
Had a free weekend with the girlies during our month-long study abroad trip, and we could not have made a better choice than Tiki Villas!! The hotel staff, the view, the pool and spa services—absolutely no complaints from any of us. From the get go, we were treated so kindly; Nancy upgraded our hotel ...
Reviewed on 1 June 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
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Tortuga
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Bahía Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Hacienda Baru
You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Bahía Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Reviews of Bahía Ballena
4.6
Top Destination
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Do everything in your power to preserve this area - its wonderful
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Whale watching excursion was very enjoyaable
3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
Small town. Many dirt roads. Kind of dark. Not a lot to do, but there is a good restaurant La fogata. Primary activities are whale and dolphin watching tours. Wasn't impressed with the beach at all. Stick and debris all over. Use sunscreen!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Food in Uvita was excellent and if you are visiting anywhere I recommend going to the Nauyaca Waterfalls (but make sure you pay for the truck ride as it's miles of hiking over rough terrain vs. a 30 minute ride)
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Ballena is so beautiful. We visited during the wet season and it is a great time to experience the rainfall and see many different animals. If you fly into SJO, there is a Walmart store and you can purchase anything including bottle water.
- Playa Dominical
- Playa Tortuga
- Ventanas Beach
- Catarata uvita
- Hacienda Baru
- Pinuela Beach
- Secret Lau Pool
- Arco Beach
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Uvita Beach
- Nauyaca Waterfalls
- Punta Uvita
- Chirripo National Park
- Tortuga Beach
- Playa Ballena
- Matapalo Beach
- Playa Dominicalito
- Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands
- Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
- El Pavón Waterfall
- Playa Hermosa
- The Secret Gardens
- Finca 6 Archaeological Site
- Quebradas Biological Center
- Cloudbridge Nature Preserve
- Linda Beach
- Playa Garza
- Parque Reptilandia
- Canaan Cheeses
- Samaritan Chocolate
- Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons
- Ciudad Cortes Central Park
