Ballena Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Ballena
Marina Vista
While Marina Vista isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru are some notable places to visit nearby.
Villas Rio Mar
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (611 reviews)
"Perfect"
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
La Cusinga Lodge
Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is 3.510.510 ₫ per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
3.510.510 ₫
3.966.876 ₫ total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (42 reviews)
ecology minded hotel
"Very nice ecology minded hotel. The grounds are great. It has quirky architecture, the staff are friendly and helpful The site view has a stunning viewpoint where u can enjoy the sunset The only criticism is that site is not practical for moving luggage from the car park to the room"
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025
Golden Pineapple Villas
3km East of Banco Costa Rica, Camino a Racho Pacifico, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is 12.107.438 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
12.107.438 ₫
13.681.405 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (101 reviews)
"Staying at the Golden Pineapple villas was the highlight of our trip. Perfect location with walking distance to the waterfall. The drive there is a little steep at times, so just make sure to have a four wheel drive car to get there. The staff were all very friendly, had such great recommendations ..."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 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, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 4-star holiday home in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
"Su piscina infinita con vista a la cola de la ballena y el atardecer la amamos 100/10 Las fotos se quedan cortas a lo hermoso y de buen gusto. Los masajes y tours super recomendados!"
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (43 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 6 Aug 2025
Hotel Uvita Forest
Calle Garcia, Uvita, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews)
"It was a very pleasant stay"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 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 Ballena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Playa Tortuga
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in 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 Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
- Playa Tortuga
- Hacienda Baru
- Catarata uvita
- Pinuela Beach
- Secret Lau Pool
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Nauyaca Waterfalls
- Punta Uvita
- Matapalo Beach
- Chirripo National Park
- Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands
- Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
- The Secret Gardens
- Parque Reptilandia
- Finca 6 Archaeological Site
- Alexander Skutch Bird Sanctuary
- Samaritan Chocolate
- Ciudad Cortes Central Park
- Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding
- Quebradas Biological Center
- Canaan Cheeses