If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lagunas de Baru and surrounding area, you can visit Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Playa Dominical.
Breathtakingly beautiful spot with the loveliest staff! If you want pure relaxation and pristine accommodations, this is the spot to take in Costa Rica.
Reviewed on 2026/1/1
Fantastic customer service. Lovely dinner in Fragata
Reviewed on 2026/2/12
We loved staying at the Shana by the Beach. Highlights included our room (we had an amazing oceanfront view with double king beds, kitchen and a balcony with dining table), the pool area (has an adults-only side with infinity pool view of the ocean, though it’s a little small, and a 2 for 1 happy ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/5
The combination of stunning nature, a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean, and excellent service really makes this place stand out. The private pool was a plus! The place was really CLEAN, the Staff was amazing, attentive and caring. Highly recommended, we will definitivamente be back!
Reviewed on 2026/2/8
The room was amazing and the staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 2026/2/9
The view was amazing and the AC in the bedrooms was so nice. It would have been nice to have AC in the main living area so we could also enjoy that space without the major heat and humidity. Overall, we enjoyed having a space to make breakfast and a place that fit our entire family.
Reviewed on 2026/1/28
Explore the great outdoors at Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge, a lovely green space in Hatillo. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
Lovely, quiet village with a real Tico feel, away from the hustle and bustle of bigger places, and with abundant wildlife (sloths on the beach; cattle egrets, tiger herons). Nearby Dominical is excellent for eating and souvenirs and people-watching.
