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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/42152bf8d504b34737b444af4624d357.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Samuel Doejaaren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/37d188b4394a337253c291a5fa300d52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Samuel Doejaaren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/37d188b4394a337253c291a5fa300d52.jpg) ![Photo by Samuel Doejaaren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8eb776180002c725fbab77f043e1f598.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Samuel Doejaaren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/8eb776180002c725fbab77f043e1f598.jpg) ![Photo by Samuel Doejaaren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a935de0bddd39fb557807016c4bcce77.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Samuel Doejaaren](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a935de0bddd39fb557807016c4bcce77.jpg) ![Photo by Donny Campos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f5953f6aa92ce6d9c1be844da071451c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Donny Campos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/f5953f6aa92ce6d9c1be844da071451c.jpg) ## 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 Marina Vista might not have many top sights, but Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominical are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Bahia-Ballena-Marina-Vista.dx553248635976396454) - Bahía Ballena Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Bahía Ballena ![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 CA $103 CA $173 total Dec 12 - Dec 13 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! (62 reviews) Our favourite stay while in Costa Rica. The villa was absolutely wonderful. We had everything we needed and more. We had an amazing panoramic view with lots of wildlife. I already miss my morning coffee on the patio with the amazing view and nature sounds. Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F12%2F2025&endDate=13%2F12%2F2025&selected=90013782&PinnedHotelID=90013782&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 CA $353 CA $399 total Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026 includes taxes & fees 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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (151 reviews) Had a free weekend with the girlies during our month-long study abroad trip, and we could not have made a better choice than Tiki Villas!! The hotel staff, the view, the pool and spa services—absolutely no complaints from any of us. From the get go, we were treated so kindly; Nancy upgraded our hotel ... 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Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025&selected=19807376&PinnedHotelID=19807376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [See all 654 properties in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=09%2F12%2F2025&endDate=10%2F12%2F2025®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/fb2f907a_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! (62 reviews) Our favourite stay while in Costa Rica. The villa was absolutely wonderful. We had everything we needed and more. We had an amazing panoramic view with lots of wildlife. I already miss my morning coffee on the patio with the amazing view and nature sounds. Reviewed on Nov 12, 2025 [](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 ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (151 reviews) Had a free weekend with the girlies during our month-long study abroad trip, and we could not have made a better choice than Tiki Villas!! The hotel staff, the view, the pool and spa services—absolutely no complaints from any of us. From the get go, we were treated so kindly; Nancy upgraded our hotel ... Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Dominical-Hotels-Tiki-Villas-Rainforest-Lodge-Spa.h8126251.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Uvita Forest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105650000/105645300/105645231/9fc5d86a_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 WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Secret Lau Pool and Catarata uvita are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Nice pool. 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Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Catarata-Uvita-Bahia-Ballena.d553248635892111569.Vacation-Attraction) #### Playa Tortuga Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Tortuga during your travels in Bahía Ballena? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Tortuga.d3000423482.Destination-Travel-Guides) #### 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. 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