Bahía Ballena Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Bahía Ballena
Where to stay in Bahía 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.
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
"Words cannot describe the experience my wife and I had. We hugged the staff and cried when we had to leave. This place is truly magical."
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
La Cusinga Lodge
"Breakfast was good every morning and Micheal and Carlos are so nice along with Hazel at the front desk."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Villas Rio Mar
"Great"
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Canavida Villas & Resort
"La casa impecable, el diseño de la casa es hermoso y acogedor. El servicio y la atención es ideal para sentirse en casa. La piscina es deliciosa. Se disfruta la naturaleza y las playas son un éxito!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hotel Uvita Forest
"Absolutely a wonderful place to stay with awesome staff!"
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Ballena Paradise Apartments
"Parking is secure, staff friendly. Property is very well maintained. No critters to be seen in the appartment! Great value and proximity to beach is ideal. Would (will) return!"
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Playa Tortuga
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Bahía Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary
Enjoy an outing to Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.
Hacienda Baru
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.
Catarata uvita
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Secret Lau Pool
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Secret Lau Pool during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.
Uvita Arts Center
Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.
- Playa Tortuga
- Hacienda Baru
- Pinuela Beach
- Catarata uvita
- Secret Lau Pool
- Marino Ballena National Park
- Nauyaca Waterfalls
- Punta Uvita
- Chirripo National Park
- Matapalo Beach
- Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
- Samaritan Xocolata Chocolate Factory
- The Secret Gardens
- Terraba Sierpe National Wetlands
- Quesos Canaan
- Parque Reptilandia
- Finca 6 Archaeological Site
