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) ![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 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 Reviews ### 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, Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru 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 ![Villas Rio Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/66200/66109/67c9bc41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Villas Rio Mar Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Stay at this hotel in Bahía 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! (629 reviews) Todo muy bien me encanto el lugar recomendado Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=66109&PinnedHotelID=66109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=66109&PinnedHotelID=66109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) ![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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews) The view from Tiki Villas is so beautiful, incredible pool/restaurant views in particular but also from each villa, they are all so well situated. The recent renovation is really well done with fantastic indoor/outdoor bathrooms and super comfortable beds. I think some finishing touches are still ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=8126251&PinnedHotelID=8126251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=8126251&PinnedHotelID=8126251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) ![Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6050000/6042600/6042557/3bd72f6b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa 1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata Bahía Ballena Puntarenas £544 1 Mar - 2 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! (305 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=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=6042557&PinnedHotelID=6042557&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [See all 650 properties in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%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. ![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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews) The view from Tiki Villas is so beautiful, incredible pool/restaurant views in particular but also from each villa, they are all so well situated. The recent renovation is really well done with fantastic indoor/outdoor bathrooms and super comfortable beds. I think some finishing touches are still ... Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dominical-Hotels-Tiki-Villas-Rainforest-Lodge-Spa.h8126251.Hotel-Information) ![Canavida Villas & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/fb2f907a_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 ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews) Pool side furniture needed cushions to be comfortable because too hard to sit or to lay down other than that everything was great. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballena-Hotels-Canavida-Villas-Resort.h90013782.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Uvita Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105645300/105645231/9fc5d86a_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! (25 reviews) Everybody help very nice stuff Reviewed on 11 Jan 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. Prices and availability subject to change. 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=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6047931&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%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) #### 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) #### 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) ### 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 £127 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-uvita-day-trip-to-corcovado-national-park-by-boat.a48475142.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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bahia-ballena-whale-and-dolphin-tour-morning.a48737451.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) ![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 [](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) ## Reviews of Bahía Ballena 4 Top destination 5 - Excellent 0 4 - Good 1 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller If you;re into birding, visit Oro Verde - our guide, Ronny, was great - very knowledgeable (he's lived there all his life) and enthusiastic. Breakfast with his family was a real treat and the guided walk around the Oro Verde was excellent. 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