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An aerial view of a tropical island with a white sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and dense green forest.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a glass table, and a yellow sofa.

A view from a balcony with two wooden chairs and a small round table, overlooking a coastal landscape with greenery and the sea.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a painting, a TV, and a view of a swimming pool and garden.

1. Canavida Villas & Resort

1.6 mi from Cerro Ballena

"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the pool was right there! I would highly recommend it to others and will definitely stay there again!"

Christy

£67

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a body of water and a sunset.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, a bar area, and a bartender.

A covered outdoor area with a view of a lush landscape and a distant building.

A beach with a sandy shore, palm trees, and waves.

2. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

1.6 mi from Cerro Ballena

matthew

£168

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A hot tub surrounded by lush greenery, wooden deck, and lounge chairs.

A beach with a wicker lounge chair and a straw hat, overlooking the ocean.

A person lying on a mat on a wooden deck.

3. Elan at Ballena Beach

1.9 mi from Cerro Ballena

Cheng-Han

£302

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A resort with multiple dome-shaped buildings, a central swimming pool, and outdoor seating areas.

A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.

A living room with a brown sofa, a small round wooden table, and a potted plant.

A room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a potted plant.

4. Alborada Boutique Stay

4.4 mi from Cerro Ballena

Ryan

£68

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A resort with a pool, lush greenery, and a modern building with a green roof.

A covered outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small bar area, and a glass shower enclosure.

A wooden bridge connecting a building to a forested area.

5. Yabá Chiguí Lodge

4.6 mi from Cerro Ballena

chris

£88

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

An infinity pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, reflecting the sky and clouds.

A resort with multiple buildings surrounded by dense forest.

A modern outdoor kitchen area with a bar, seating, and hanging lights.

An outdoor dining area with a stone floor, hanging chains, and a view of the ocean.

6. Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

5.5 mi from Cerro Ballena

Sheryl

£296

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a tiled deck.

A modern house with a glass-enclosed patio, a wooden deck, and a small round table.

A room with a wooden table, two wicker chairs, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

A modern house with a covered porch, a red door, and a well-maintained garden.

7. Ojochal Gardens Villas

4.7 mi from Cerro Ballena

Roman

£110

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A beach with a rocky cliff featuring a natural archway.

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape.

A house with a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone retaining wall.

A rectangular pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a covered area with curtains and potted plants.

8. Villa Costa Pura Vida

3.7 mi from Cerro Ballena

Danielle

£72

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool with a view of the ocean at sunset, wooden deck, and a covered seating area.

A large house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a stone wall, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with chairs.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

9. El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

5.2 mi from Cerro Ballena

Eric

£135

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

A modern living room with a pool, a wooden wall, and a flat-screen TV.

A house with a white exterior, a red-tiled roof, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a small pond.

A large house surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, with a swimming pool and multiple green-roofed structures.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of greenery, and a balcony with a railing.

10. Alma de Ojochal

5.2 mi from Cerro Ballena

Mitra

£86

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A dining table set with bowls, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a lush garden with tropical plants and a traditional roof structure.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and large plants.

A modern building with a glass facade and a covered patio area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a table with drinks, and a brick wall with plants.

11. OASIS de las Palmas

4.3 mi from Cerro Ballena

Lillian

£100

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

An infinity pool with a view of the ocean at night, wooden lounge chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern bathroom with a stone floor, a hammock, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern interior with a stone wall, glass doors, a hammock, and a view of trees.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a glass wall offering a view of the sea.

12. Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

6 mi from Cerro Ballena

Marcela

£513

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A table with food and drinks overlooking a pool and scenic view.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by large umbrellas and plants, overlooking a scenic view.

A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a large window overlooking a garden.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining table. It features sliding glass doors leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean.

13. Golden Pineapple Villas

4.6 mi from Cerro Ballena

Karinne L

£355

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

A resort with palm trees, a pool area, and a building with a red roof.

A kitchen with a bar area, bar stools, and various kitchen appliances.

14. Rooms & Pool Macaws

4.8 mi from Cerro Ballena

Erick

£42

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A modern outdoor pool area with a blue-lit water feature, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a ceiling fan.

An indoor patio area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a brick wall.

15. Ballena Paradise Apartments

4.9 mi from Cerro Ballena

Jason

£52

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a bathtub.

A room with a large glass window offering a view of a tree and sky.

A modern, enclosed outdoor seating area with a glass partition, a bench, and a hanging light fixture.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a pool.

16. Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

5 mi from Cerro Ballena

Randy

£219

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A bathroom with a stone wall, a wooden bathtub, and a hanging light fixture.

A well-maintained outdoor area with various plants, including palm trees and large leafy plants, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A rectangular pool with metal railings on a wooden deck, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A bedroom with a large bed, a dining table with chairs, a chandelier, and a stone wall.

17. Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

4.7 mi from Cerro Ballena

Matthew

£96

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A treehouse with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting on the wall and a plant in the corner.

A modern glass house with a pool, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

A wooden pathway leading to a building surrounded by dense foliage.

18. Rancho Pacifico

4.9 mi from Cerro Ballena

Megan

£495

includes taxes & fees

10 Oct - 11 Oct

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool with two lifebuoys, surrounded by green artificial grass and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a large window, wooden furniture, and various appliances.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a pool.

A garden pathway with artificial grass, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

19. Hotel Ballena REY

4.4 mi from Cerro Ballena

"The Hotel Ballena Ray is a gem. While the overall vibe is laid back, the rooms are perfect for a long stay with kitchenette and other basic amenities. The breakfast is especially wonderful as is the staff. And the pool, though small, is wonderful and has a bar open in the late afternoon and evening. You can swim until 9PM, which is a nice bonus after a long day exploring the surrounding areas of Uvita, Ballena Marine National Park (5 minute walk from the property) and the surrounding areas....

Paolo

£80

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a balcony with a view of the trees.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, potted plants, and a staircase.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, an air conditioner, and a coffee machine.

A modern building with a balcony, a staircase, and potted plants.

20. Hotel Uvita Forest

4.4 mi from Cerro Ballena

Cheyenne

£63

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Cerro Ballena

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Canavida Villas & Resort	9.8 Exceptional 111 reviews	View
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa	9.6 Exceptional 233 reviews	View
Elan at Ballena Beach	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Alborada Boutique Stay	10.0 Exceptional 15 reviews	View
Yabá Chiguí Lodge	10.0 Exceptional 25 reviews	View

Top Cerro Ballena Hotel Reviews

Elan at Ballena Beach

10/10 Excellent

"national park and walk to the beach"

La Cusinga Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely property. Full of trails in its reserve. Went to the shore - 20 minutes through the woods - to the most magnificent and wild shore. Like heaven! Also went to the natural pool and waterfall - beautiful and cool! The garden, the ocean view from every spot, and the natural and simple wooden rooms - all was a great scene for nature. Dishes of the hotel restaurant (lunch/dinner), not cheap but very tasty. The only thing we missed is an umbrella (which was a must in any other hotel this time of year) for all very wet evenings that we got wet until got to the car..."

Canavida Villas & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Un lugar espectacular para vacacionar. Tranquilo, muy bien equipado, hermosa vista. Sólo que se debe mejorar las indicaciones para llegar, la indicación no es tan precisa las aplicaciones pueden llevarte por un camino más corto pero intransitable para vehículos sencillos."

180 ocean view luxury villa, huge pool, concierge, view of Ballena National Park

10/10 Excellent

"The house is fabulous and the view is incredible! It was great to get out and explore and then come back and relax by the pool and watch the weather over the ocean. We saw many kinds of birds like Toucans and could hear the Howler Monkeys occasionally. The hosts were very communicative and the information book on site was exceptional."

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for 5 nights at the hotel. The hotel has the most beautiful view of the ocean. The restaurant was great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The swimming pool was beautiful. We saw all kinds of birds and animals in the ground of the hotel. Highly recommend for anyone staying around the Uvita area with a car."

Beach Front Home in Ballena Marine Natl Park

10/10 Excellent

"Our family had such a wonderful time at this great house. A beautiful and comfortable accommodation with plenty of room for our 6 adults and 3 kids. The pool and access to the beaches was a highlight. Everything we could need in the kitchen and the house was sparkling clean. Natalia greeted us on arrival, gave us many helpful suggestions and responded quickly to any questions we had. We would highly recommend this special place."

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing week staying here in Costa Rica! The location was ideal, making it easy to visit both Manuel Antonio and Corcovado National Parks.Mark was an exceptional host, checking in regularly to make sure everything was going well and offering great recommendations for things to do in the area. We booked two excursions with his recommended guide, David, and both were incredible experiences.The Uvita farmers market was a fantastic place to stock up on fresh local produce, and Mark's restaurant recommendations were spot on, especially Citrus, which was outstanding.Two people in our group had health concerns, so having air conditioning in the bedrooms made a huge difference in our comfort. The infinity pool was another highlight and the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring.We would highly recommend staying here and would absolutely love to return for another visit!"

STUNNING BRAND-NEW HOUSE 2B/1B IN THE MIDDLE OF NATURE

10/10 Excellent

"The host was excellent at helping us get introduced to the property. The property was in excellent condition. Very relaxing place to stay."

Peace and Privacy in the Rainforest, Big Ocean View! Uvita Ojochal Bahia Ballena

8/10 Good

"The house was beautiful and the view was stunning! We had a lot of fun outside at the pool and watching the birds and animals in the jungle."

Other attractions near Cerro Ballena

Uvita Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

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Playa Tortuga

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cerro Ballena?

Cerro Ballena is located in Bahía Ballena. Travellers like the surrounding area for its whale watching. You'll find 521 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cerro Ballena?

Canavida Villas & Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this holiday home offers 10 outdoor pools and free parking. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Cerro Ballena. Other good options within 5 miles include Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa and La Cusinga Lodge.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Cerro Ballena?

Expedia has 521 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Cerro Ballena.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cerro Ballena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Cerro Ballena.

What can I see and do near Cerro Ballena?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Uvita Beach, Playa Tortuga and Arco Beach. At Catarata uvita, Playa Ballena and Ventanas Beach, you can surround yourself with nature. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Tortuga Beach and Pinuela Beach.

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Our top choices for Cerro Ballena hotels

1. Canavida Villas & Resort

2. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3. Elan at Ballena Beach

4. Alborada Boutique Stay

5. Yabá Chiguí Lodge

6. Hotel Three Sixty - Adults Only

7. Ojochal Gardens Villas

8. Villa Costa Pura Vida

9. El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

10. Alma de Ojochal

11. OASIS de las Palmas

12. Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

13. Golden Pineapple Villas

14. Rooms & Pool Macaws

15. Ballena Paradise Apartments

16. Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

17. Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

18. Rancho Pacifico

19. Hotel Ballena REY

20. Hotel Uvita Forest

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Top Cerro Ballena Hotel Reviews

Elan at Ballena Beach

La Cusinga Lodge

Canavida Villas & Resort

180 ocean view luxury villa, huge pool, concierge, view of Ballena National Park

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Beach Front Home in Ballena Marine Natl Park

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

STUNNING BRAND-NEW HOUSE 2B/1B IN THE MIDDLE OF NATURE

Peace and Privacy in the Rainforest, Big Ocean View! Uvita Ojochal Bahia Ballena

Other attractions near Cerro Ballena

Uvita Arts Center

Playa Tortuga

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