Title: Bahía Ballena Travel Guide: Best of Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Province Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahia-Ballena-Hotels.d6047931.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahia-Ballena-Holiday-Rentals.d6047931.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Bahía Ballena Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Car-Hire-Guide)[Bahía Ballena Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Bahía Ballena Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Bahía ballena Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047931/12617c7f-b8a4-4d44-9b87-d1927bbdf570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vista aerea de Bahia Ballena, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047931/f22e63ee-0a0a-49f5-84a0-3016baa7cdd8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vista aerea del paso de Moises en Bahia Ballena, Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6047931/e448c912-8c25-4862-8777-c903ddc22da1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I took this photo on my mission trip in Costa Rica, early morning when the sun had just risen I was able to capture this shot with my DJI Mavic Pro #AdventurePhotoContest #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/6b58e776-9a35-4a3a-a477-877d3fd99715.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I took this photo on my mission trip in Costa Rica, early morning when the sun had just risen I was able to capture this "Patagonia" type shot with my DJI Mavic Pro #AdventurePhotoContest #Adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/7383f8d3-2148-43e6-8601-ee3407cc5554.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Bahía Ballena Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Bahía Ballena ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Marina Vista While Marina Vista isn't home to many top sights, Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dominical-Marina-Vista.dx553248635976396454) - Top hotels in Bahía Ballena - Top Holiday Rentals in Bahía Ballena ![Hotel Diuwak](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12613300/12613210/c6d92f3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Diuwak Frente a las oficinas del ICE Bahía Ballena Puntarenas £78 18 Mar - 19 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (227 reviews) Close to the beach. Good free breakfast. Super nice staff. Nice pool. Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=12613210&PinnedHotelID=12613210&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) ![Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6042600/6042557/9987e34e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa 1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata Bahía Ballena Puntarenas £350 24 Mar - 25 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury resort in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (309 reviews) The Staff treat you like family. Nothing is too much trouble. Grounds/room above average Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F03%2F2026&endDate=25%2F03%2F2026&selected=6042557&PinnedHotelID=6042557&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) ![Canavida Villas & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/a4b5f54b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canavida Villas & Resort Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province £98 18 Mar - 19 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews) What a Great Ocean View from the private Pool of the House!! I also stayed in one of their apartments, their pool as well have a spectacular vie to the Pacific Ocean and breathtaking sunsets. The hosts and their team are very helpful and friendly. And the best: our dogs were welcome and enjoyed their ... Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026&selected=90013782&PinnedHotelID=90013782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [See all 643 properties in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=18%2F03%2F2026&endDate=19%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6047931) 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](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/a4b5f54b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canavida Villas & Resort Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province Stay at this holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews) What a Great Ocean View from the private Pool of the House!! I also stayed in one of their apartments, their pool as well have a spectacular vie to the Pacific Ocean and breathtaking sunsets. The hosts and their team are very helpful and friendly. And the best: our dogs were welcome and enjoyed their ... Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Hotels-Canavida-Villas-Resort.h90013782.Hotel-Information) ![Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8126300/8126251/733fce93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa 12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary ... 9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews) Everything was amazing! We’re definitely coming back Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dominical-Hotels-Tiki-Villas-Rainforest-Lodge-Spa.h8126251.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Uvita Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105645300/105645231/e2bb1673_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Uvita Forest Calle Garcia, Uvita Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province Stay at this aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews) Mucha amabilidad por parte del Dueño y anfitrión! Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Hotels-Hotel-Uvita-Forest.h105645231.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6047931&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Bahía Ballena hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18)[17 Mar - 18 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19)[18 Mar - 19 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026)[20 Mar - 22 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=20%2F03%2F2026&endDate=22%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Playa-Tortuga.d3000423482.Holidays-City-Breaks) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Catarata-Uvita-Dominical.d553248635892111569.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hacienda-Baru-Dominical.d6229770.Attraction) #### Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary Enjoy an outing to Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alturas-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Ballena.d553248634304970373.Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Secret-Lau-Pool-Ballena.d848139112321167360.Attraction) #### Uvita Arts Center Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uvita-Arts-Center-Bahia-Ballena.d1003031351995498496.Attraction) ### Things to do ![From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48475142/dbec1542-79e6-4fca-a23b-f46c4d04dfee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat £126 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-uvita-day-trip-to-corcovado-national-park-by-boat.a48475142.activity-details) ![Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45078169/b18f0398-984e-4035-b96d-ce74298c99ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 3 Hours Uvita Bird Watching Oro Verde £58 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/3-hours-uvita-bird-watching-oro-verde.a45078169.activity-details) ![36' Tour Boat - Seats up to 24 guests](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48737451/8decf031-2eea-4a37-944a-be8ac3b56d32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning £56 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bahia-ballena-whale-and-dolphin-tour-morning.a48737451.activity-details) ![Our Safari-style truck, powerful, secure, and comfortable](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2111295/f90f769b-4923-4da8-9d2f-94487f90421f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour £63 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ebano-waterfalls-and-rainforest-safari-tour.a2111295.activity-details) ![Savegre River whitewater rafting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1348600/d72dd41e-596f-40f9-8fb8-182bb0b760c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Savegre River Rafting Class II-III from Manuel Antonio £93 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/savegre-river-rafting-class-ii-iii-from-manuel-antonio.a1348600.activity-details) ![ Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45970539/87bfeea0-2c58-4788-9622-b0b8aea2440e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uvita Surf School - Learn to Surf in Costa Rica - Marino Ballena £66 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/uvita-surf-school-learn-to-surf-in-costa-rica-marino-ballena.a45970539.activity-details) [See all activities in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Bahía Ballena ![Clouds hover over the ocean and a spit at sunset.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156110/fe486170-82f3-408c-898c-adec4b03f88f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ojochal ![Beautiful stream and small waterfall in Las Quebradas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6232206/dcd28986-4d64-4594-a7d9-4c38f0d1a434.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### San Isidro de El General - Cities near Bahía Ballena - Places of interest [Ojochal](https://expedia.co.uk/Ojochal.dx6156110)[San Isidro de El General](https://expedia.co.uk/San-Isidro-De-El-General.dx6232206) - [Matapalo Beach ](https://expedia.co.uk/Matapalo-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635935203690.Attraction) - [Cloudbridge Nature Preserve ](https://expedia.co.uk/Cloudbridge-Nature-Preserve-Rivas.d553248621532964615.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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