Title: Visit Bahía Ballena: Best of Bahía Ballena Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Bahia-Ballena-Hotels.d6047931.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Bahia-Ballena-Vacation-Rentals.d6047931.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Bahía Ballena Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Car-Rental-Guide)[Bahía Ballena Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Bahía Ballena ## Travel 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 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) ## Visit Bahía Ballena Where to stay Things to do Reviews ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (222 reviews) Lots of construction going on with workers talking loud in the morning. Other than that, the room was comfortable and the pool was OK. Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F03%2F2026&endDate=12%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 CA $564 CA $655 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our 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 Jan 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%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 CA $97 CA $167 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 includes taxes & fees Stay at this vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews) Great space and views for days!!! Loved having a personal pool to lounge by while looking at the ocean! Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=90013782&PinnedHotelID=90013782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [See all 637 properties in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%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 vacation home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (79 reviews) Great space and views for days!!! Loved having a personal pool to lounge by while looking at the ocean! Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife ... 9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews) Everything was amazing! We’re definitely coming back Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/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 WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews) Minimal amenities (small fridge in room, AC, TV) but clean. Nightclub/restaurant next door plays music in the evening until late(ish). No cleaning or maid service. Secure locking gate was usually closed and locked in the evening. 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While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Tortuga.d3000423482.Destination-Travel-Guides) #### Catarata uvita Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Catarata-Uvita-Bahia-Ballena.d553248635892111569.Vacation-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.ca/Hacienda-Baru-Bahia-Ballena.d6229770.Vacation-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.ca/Alturas-Wildlife-Sanctuary-Dominical.d553248634304970373.Vacation-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.ca/Secret-Lau-Pool-Bahia-Ballena.d848139112321167360.Vacation-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.ca/Uvita-Arts-Center-Bahia-Ballena.d1003031351995498496.Vacation-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 CA $233 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-uvita-day-trip-to-corcovado-national-park-by-boat.a48475142.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 CA $171 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/savegre-river-rafting-class-ii-iii-from-manuel-antonio.a1348600.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 CA $107 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/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 CA $103 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bahia-ballena-whale-and-dolphin-tour-morning.a48737451.activity-details) ![Whale](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3580085/1d1892bd-fcd4-4c76-b633-3e7b806aa85e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita CA $122 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whales-and-dolphins-watching-tour-from-uvita.a3580085.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 CA $116 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ebano-waterfalls-and-rainforest-safari-tour.a2111295.activity-details) [See all activities in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Bahia-Ballena.d6047931.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Reviews of Bahía Ballena 4.7 Top destination 5 - Excellent 6 4 - Good 3 3 - Okay 0 2 - Disappointing 0 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent EricB This is the perfect hotel to be close to nature with an amazing view on the Pacific Ocean sunset! ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Beautiful ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller This area is great to visit. A lot less tourists go there which makes is more attractive ## Cities near Bahía Ballena ![Playa Arco Beach and primary rainforest, Uvita, Marino Ballena National Park, Puntarenas Province Coast of Costa Rica](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/601108/299dae16-52dd-4499-8ee8-0068543e61be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Uvita ![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 ![Nice smaller waterfalls. Park at the Tilapia restaurant as they have a trail that leads up to it. There is a $2 fee per person if you don't get food or a drink. We had lunch here. The food was great and the drinks cold.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6277728/6596f201-5e6c-40c4-9ffc-86226b6471ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ciudad Cortés ![Savegre River (Rio Savegre), San Gerardo de Dota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339840/cec36eac-e06f-41f8-b3e8-8c1b106ce82b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Savegre - Cities near Bahía Ballena - Places of interest [Uvita](https://expedia.ca/Uvita.dx601108)[San Isidro de El General](https://expedia.ca/San-Isidro-De-El-General.dx6232206)[Ciudad Cortés](https://expedia.ca/Ciudad-Cortes.dx6277728)[Savegre](https://expedia.ca/Savegre.dx6339840) - [Catarata uvita ](https://expedia.ca/Catarata-Uvita-Bahia-Ballena.d553248635892111569.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hacienda Baru ](https://expedia.ca/Hacienda-Baru-Bahia-Ballena.d6229770.Vacation-Attraction) - [Secret Lau Pool ](https://expedia.ca/Secret-Lau-Pool-Bahia-Ballena.d848139112321167360.Vacation-Attraction) - [Uvita Beach ](https://expedia.ca/Uvita-Beach-Puntarenas-Province.d553248635919088380.Vacation-Attraction) - [Nauyaca Waterfalls ](https://expedia.ca/Nauyaca-Waterfalls-Baru.d553248633860262313.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on 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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