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Compare 835 hotels close to Playa Ballena with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
1.6 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (220)
"We loved the grounds, so peaceful and lush. Huge variety of birds, howler monkeys in the distance each morning, incredibly kind, helpful and friendly staff. Delicious food, beverages and the best swimming pool ever!"
United States
Debbie
The price is NT$7,041
NT$7,957 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa
Love Nest in Uvita COLIBRI | 180° Ocean Views | Select Comfort beds, individually decorated, individually furnished
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

3.5 star property
4.1 km from Playa Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"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. "
Canada
Josee
The price is NT$2,336
NT$3,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Canavida Villas & Resort
Exterior
Villas en el bosque

Villas en el bosque

3.5 star property
5.4 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Great accommodations. Staff went above board to make us comfortable"
United States
Paul
The price is NT$4,049
NT$4,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Villas en el bosque
Outdoor pool
Ojochal Gardens Villas

Ojochal Gardens Villas

3.0 star property
5.9 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Friendly stuff, spacious accommodations, superb breakfast."
Canada
Roman
Ojochal Gardens Villas
Panoramic Villa | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Villa Costa Pura Vida

Villa Costa Pura Vida

3.5 star property
5.2 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"Location was amazing and the villa was stunning. Waking up to the jungle surroundings through the bedroom was fantastic. Beautiful quiet area with a great soda nearby. Wishes we’d booked 3 nights!"
United Kingdom
Rick
Villa Costa Pura Vida
Sundeck
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

4.0 star property
7.5 km from Playa Ballena
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Lovely and attentive staff, incredible views and delicious food!"
United States
Lee
The price is NT$13,456
NT$15,206 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - 2026/1/8
Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only
Garden
Hotel el Mono Feliz

Hotel el Mono Feliz

2.5 star property
5.6 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (75)
"Hotel run by friendly hosts who are warm and welcoming. "
United States
Bibhu
Hotel el Mono Feliz
Family Room, Garden Area | Terrace/patio
OASIS de las Palmas

OASIS de las Palmas

3.0 star property
5.8 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"The owners are so sweet and make you feel right at home. The property and room is absolutely gorgeous. I especially loved the little patio area and communal kitchen."
United States
Lillian
The price is NT$3,655
NT$4,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
OASIS de las Palmas
Outdoor pool, free cabanas, sun loungers
El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

3.5 star property
6.4 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (200)
"Great staff and food!"
United States
Cody
El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel
Outdoor pool
Alma de Ojochal

Alma de Ojochal

3.0 star property
6.8 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (118)
"Great food and friendly staff!"
Canada
Rodrigo
Alma de Ojochal
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

3.5 star property
5.9 km from Playa Ballena
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52)
"Nice room, very private space, short walk to good restaurants, friendly staff, will definitely stay here again when visiting the area. "
United States
Matthew
Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul
40-inch Smart TV with cable channels
Hotel Uvita Forest

Hotel Uvita Forest

3.5 star property
8.1 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20)
"Nice pool."
United States
Steven
The price is NT$2,249
NT$2,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hotel Uvita Forest
Villa, 1 King Bed, Private Pool, Ocean View | Premium bedding, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Golden Pineapple Villas

Golden Pineapple Villas

4.0 star property
9.1 km from Playa Ballena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (108)
"Serenity at it's finest. Fabulous views, incredible food and staffeven better staff."
United States
Marilyn
The price is NT$15,295
NT$17,283 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Golden Pineapple Villas
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Hotel Ballena REY

Hotel Ballena REY

3.0 star property
7.7 km from Playa Ballena
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40)
"Great Staff, clean place"
United States
Roberto
The price is NT$4,491
NT$5,075 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Hotel Ballena REY
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

4.5 star property
9.7 km from Playa Ballena
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (305)
"Amazing experiences! The views are out of this world ! We will 100% be coming back! "
United States
haylee
The price is NT$14,376
NT$16,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
Terrace/patio
Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena

Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena

3.0 star property
7.9 km from Playa Ballena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Very friendly staff, everything was perfect and exceeded expectations!"
United States
Josiah
Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena
Outdoor pool
Hotel El Tecal

Hotel El Tecal

2.5 star property
6.4 km from Playa Ballena
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (70)
"Friendly staff "
United States
Luis
Hotel El Tecal
Exterior
Hotel Evasión

Hotel Evasión

3.0 star property
5.6 km from Playa Ballena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"We enjoyed an excellent stay at Hotel Evasion. Located in a beautiful rainforest setting, our room was clean, modern and comfortable and overlooked a lovely swimming pool which we used daily during our stay. The hotel itself is within easy reach of Ojochal, Uvita, Sierpe and nearby beaches. Would highly recommend this hotel. "
United Kingdom
Matthew
The price is NT$3,968
NT$4,484 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - 2026/1/7
Hotel Evasión
Beach
Hostel Cascada Verde

Hostel Cascada Verde

3.0 star property
8.6 km from Playa Ballena
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24)
"Loved my stay here. I had a private room & it was great. Sad to leave! "
United Kingdom
Charlotte
The price is NT$787
NT$890 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 10 - Dec 11
Hostel Cascada Verde
Exterior
Yuli Hotel

Yuli Hotel

3.0 star property
7.9 km from Playa Ballena
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (54)
"Great restaurant on site"
United States
Rodolfo
Yuli Hotel
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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Top Playa Ballena Hotel Reviews

Cool Waters Jungle Villas

Cool Waters Jungle Villas

10/10 Excellent
"Yes the room was great. Suri gave great information. I hated leaving. AMAZING PLACE HATED LEAVING! "
CHRISTINE 2-night trip
Posted 3 months ago
Cool Waters Jungle Villas
La Cusinga Lodge

La Cusinga Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Near the national park, we loved the trails and the nature"
Gavin 1-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
La Cusinga Lodge

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Playa Tortuga

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Turtle Beach Street

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Ballena?
If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa Ballena, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 35 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Playa Ballena?
Adjacent to Playa Ballena, Elan at Ballena Beach is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers an outdoor pool and free parking. Another good option is Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Playa Ballena?
Expedia has 35 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Playa Ballena.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Ballena, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Playa Ballena.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Ballena?
For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Playa Ballena, click here.
What can I see and do near Playa Ballena?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Ventanas Beach, Playa Tortuga, and Uvita Beach. You can enjoy nature at Arco Beach, Tortuga Beach, or Pinuela Beach. Turtle Beach Street, Playa Colonia, and Secret Lau Pool are a few additional nearby sights.