Ballena

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Ballena
Photo by Samuel Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel Doejaaren
Photo by Samuel Doejaaren
Photo by Donny Campos
Photo by Donny Campos

Where to stay in Ballena

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Marina Vista

While Marina Vista isn't home to many top sights, Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru are some notable places to visit nearby.

Marina Vista
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
4.5 out of 5
1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata, 4x4 vehicle ONLY, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is S$633 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
S$633
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (287 reviews)
"The staff was very courteous, friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 19 Apr, 2025

Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa
Villas Rio Mar
Villas Rio Mar
3 out of 5
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas
The price is S$172 per night from 1 May to 2 May
S$172
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (588 reviews)
"Really a great getaway location. Super nice staff."

Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2025

Villas Rio Mar
Canavida Villas & Resort
Canavida Villas & Resort
4 out of 5
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
The price is S$177 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$177
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"We loved Canavida! If you want the hustle and bustle of a city, this place isn't for you. But if you want to be in the middle of nature with spectacular views, this place is heaven. It is well equipped with everything you need, and is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Just make sure to bring ..."

Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
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Canavida Villas & Resort
Canavida Villas & Resort
4 out of 5
Calle la Union, Ballena, Puntarenas Province
Stay at this 4-star vacation home in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"We loved Canavida! If you want the hustle and bustle of a city, this place isn't for you. But if you want to be in the middle of nature with spectacular views, this place is heaven. It is well equipped with everything you need, and is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Just make sure to bring ..."

Reviewed on 2 Apr, 2025

Canavida Villas & Resort
Cedrela Beach Villas
Cedrela Beach Villas
3.5 out of 5
Cam. a Playa Colonia, Ballena, Provincia de Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Uvita Beach and Playa Colonia are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
"Very nice newly constructed villas. Clean. Safe. Full kitchen. Easy beach access. Please note that upon check out you will want to open the security gate and drive your car out before locking the keys/gate remote inside your villa suite. Enjoy!"

Reviewed on 5 Apr, 2025

Cedrela Beach Villas
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
3.5 out of 5
500 m Norte Parque Marino Ballena, Ballena, Puntarenas
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Punta Uvita are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Well equipped and spacious"

Reviewed on 8 Mar, 2025

Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel
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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.

Popular places to visit

Catarata uvita

Catarata uvita

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Ballena. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Catarata uvita

Playa Tortuga

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Playa Tortuga

Hacienda Baru

5/5(2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Hacienda Baru during your travels to Ballena. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Hacienda Baru

Things to do

Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.

Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.

S$120
per adult
Hike to "Vuelta de Cañón" waterfall at the foot of Poas volcano.
learn all about the chocolate, from taking the fruit from the tree until make in to a hot drink, the traditional way

Uvita Chocolate Tour

S$80
per adult
Uvita Chocolate Tour
Waterfall Tour

Waterfall Tour

S$180
per adult
Waterfall Tour
Humpback Whale Breach

Combo Tour Marino Ballena National Park

S$113
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Combo Tour Marino Ballena National Park
Snorkeling Tour at Caño Island

Snorkeling Tour at Caño Island

S$227
per adult
Snorkeling Tour at Caño Island
Uvita, Costa Rica: ATV & Buggies Adventure Tour

Uvita, Costa Rica: ATV & Buggies Adventure Tour

S$400
per traveller
Uvita, Costa Rica: ATV & Buggies Adventure Tour
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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. Great valu