Bahía Ballena

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Where to stay in Bahía Ballena

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Marina Vista

While Marina Vista isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru are some notable places to visit nearby.

Marina Vista
Hotel Diuwak

Hotel Diuwak

3 out of 5
Frente a las oficinas del ICE Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
The price is S$132 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
S$132
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (216 reviews)
We love Hotel Diuwak! Great location in such a cute and friendly town. Feels very private, yet it's just a short walk to nice restaurants and shops and steps to the beach. Rooms are clean, air conditioning and water works well, the pool is lovely, breakfast is plentiful and delicious. This was our ...

Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026

Hotel Diuwak
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
The price is S$180 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
S$180
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Great space and views for days!!! Loved having a personal pool to lounge by while looking at the ocean!

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary ...
9/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
Perfect place ! Superb view, high quality food and amazing room.

Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
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 holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews)
Great space and views for days!!! Loved having a personal pool to lounge by while looking at the ocean!

Reviewed on 22 Feb, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary ...
9/10 Wonderful! (162 reviews)
Perfect place ! Superb view, high quality food and amazing room.

Reviewed on 18 Feb, 2026

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Minimal amenities (small fridge in room, AC, TV) but clean. Nightclub/restaurant next door plays music in the evening until late(ish). No cleaning or maid service. Secure locking gate was usually closed and locked in the evening.

Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026

Hotel Uvita Forest
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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If you;re into birding, visit Oro Verde - our guide, Ronny, was great - very knowledgeable (he's lived there all his life) and enthusiastic. Breakfast with his family was a real treat and the guided walk around the Oro Verde was excellent. Great valu