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.
Golden Pineapple Villas
3km East of Banco Costa Rica, Camino a Racho Pacifico, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is NT$15,874 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
NT$15,874
NT$17,938 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Great view and accommodations
Reviewed on 2025/10/12
Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star 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! (619 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 2025/10/2
Canavida Villas & Resort
Calle la Union, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is NT$1,038 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
NT$1,038
NT$2,400 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (60 reviews)
Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!
Reviewed on 2025/10/3
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 4-star 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! (60 reviews)
Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!
Reviewed on 2025/10/3
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
Great gem of a place in Uvita!
It was such a great experience! Thank you so much. For the value, customer service and location this is such a gem of a find for a place to stay that is minutes away from the Whale Tail beach. We stayed in a room that had two beds, a kitchen with fridge, microwave, pots and pans, plates and cups. ...
Reviewed on 2025/8/6
Cabinas Costa Tropicana
Calle los Laureles, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Excellent place.
Reviewed on 2025/8/12
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
4.5/5(9 reviews)
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
4.5/5(23 reviews)
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.
