Title: Platanillo Travel Guide: Best of Platanillo, Barú Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Platanillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanillo-Hotels.d3000007670.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Platanillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanillo-Holiday-Rentals.d3000007670.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Platanillo Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Platanillo.d3000007670.Car-Hire-Guide)[Platanillo Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Platanillo.d3000007670.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Platanillo Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ## Visit Platanillo Things to do - Top hotels in Platanillo - Top Holiday Rentals in Platanillo ![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 £109 6 Feb - 7 Feb includes taxes & fees 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=07%2F02%2F2026&selected=66109&PinnedHotelID=66109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000007670) ![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 £81 1 Feb - 2 Feb 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 ... 9.6/10 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/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026&selected=90013782&PinnedHotelID=90013782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000007670) ![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! (154 reviews) Amazing stay, truly unforgettable! Tiki Villas made us feel incredibly special as we celebrated our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived, they pulled out all the stops with flowers, thoughtful treats, and genuinely heartfelt hospitality. The entire staff went above and beyond, but Walter and Kerling ... Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=8126251&PinnedHotelID=8126251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000007670) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=8126251&PinnedHotelID=8126251&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000007670) [See all 1,148 properties in Platanillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=01%2F02%2F2026&endDate=02%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000007670) 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! (154 reviews) Amazing stay, truly unforgettable! Tiki Villas made us feel incredibly special as we celebrated our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived, they pulled out all the stops with flowers, thoughtful treats, and genuinely heartfelt hospitality. The entire staff went above and beyond, but Walter and Kerling ... Reviewed on 27 Jan 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) ![Casa Sea Breeze- Luxury OceanView Estate+50' Infinity Pool on 100 Acres ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55410000/55407900/55407807/e71c5dc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Sea Breeze- Luxury OceanView Estate+50' Infinity Pool on 100 Acres Dominical, Savegre de Aguirre Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Savegre. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hacienda Barú National Wildlife ... 10/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews) “Stunning” “Best vacation ever!” was repeated over and over by the travelers that went with us! This hidden gem was worth every penny. The house is beautiful, well maintained, nestled in the jungle!!! Truly could have stayed on property for a tranquil vacation easily. The wildlife, monkeys on our ... Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Savegre-Hotels-Casa-Sea-Breeze-Luxury-OceanView-Estate50-Infinity-Pool-On-100-Acres.h55407807.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Platanillo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000007670&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 Platanillo hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000007670&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01)[31 Jan - 1 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000007670&startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000007670&startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-01-02)[1 Feb - 2 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000007670&startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-01-02) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000007670&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000007670&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Nauyaca Waterfalls 5/5(2 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nauyaca Waterfalls during your travels in Barú. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nauyaca-Waterfalls-Dominical.d553248633860262313.Attraction) #### Parque Reptilandia Meet the animals who call Parque Reptilandia home during your travels in Barú. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parque-Reptilandia-Dominical.d553248621532964502.Attraction) #### Eco Chontales Waterfall Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Eco Chontales Waterfall during your travels in Barú. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Eco-Chontales-Waterfall-Baru.d741609765367894016.Attraction) ### Things to do ![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) ![Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49191754/8d9059ef-9011-4728-875f-2d77114f51df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park £60 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/whale-watching-experience-marino-ballena-national-park.a49191754.activity-details) ![ Uvita Surf School - 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