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 Playa Dominical and Hacienda Baru 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, Ballena, Puntarenas Province CA $65 CA $128 total Oct 10 - Oct 11 includes taxes & fees 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews) "Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!" Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F10%2F2025&endDate=11%2F10%2F2025&selected=90013782&PinnedHotelID=90013782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) ![La Cusinga Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9711900/9711849/8b94d7a8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### La Cusinga Lodge Km166 Costarena Sur, Ballena, Puntarenas CA $174 CA $197 total Nov 5 - Nov 6 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star spa lodge in Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews) "Near the national park, we loved the trails and the nature" Reviewed on Sep 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F11%2F2025&endDate=06%2F11%2F2025&selected=9711849&PinnedHotelID=9711849&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) ![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, Ballena, Puntarenas CA $130 CA $147 total Oct 12 - Oct 13 includes taxes & fees 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! (618 reviews) "One of my favorite hotels. It’s clean, the swimming pool is nice, and the staff is very kind. There are many beautiful beaches nearby. They also have an electric outlet available for charging electric cars, which is very convenient." Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F10%2F2025&endDate=13%2F10%2F2025&selected=66109&PinnedHotelID=66109&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6047931) [See all 663 properties in Bahía Ballena](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=10%2F10%2F2025&endDate=11%2F10%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, 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews) "Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!" Reviewed on Oct 3, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ballena-Hotels-Canavida-Villas-Resort.h90013782.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, Ballena, Puntarenas Province Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Ballena. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Popular attractions Catarata uvita and Secret Lau Pool are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews) "It was a very pleasant stay" Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Ballena-Hotels-Hotel-Uvita-Forest.h105645231.Hotel-Information) ![Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78170000/78163100/78163054/11bb8875_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ballena Paradise Aparta Hotel 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! (43 reviews) Great gem of a place in Uvita! "It was such a great experience! Thank you so much. For the value, customer service and location this is such a gem of a find for a place to stay that is minutes away from the Whale Tail beach. We stayed in a room that had two beds, a kitchen with fridge, microwave, pots and pans, plates and cups. ..." 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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 5/5(4 reviews) 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) ### Things to do ![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 $124 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whales-and-dolphins-watching-tour-from-uvita.a3580085.activity-details) ![Uvita: Whale Watching Boat Trip with Drinks and Snacks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48231670/237b4677-eab4-4883-8cd3-15f1fcb9e2ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uvita: Whale & Dolphin Watching Boat Trip w/ Drinks & Snacks CA $131 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/uvita-whale-dolphin-watching-boat-trip-w-drinks-snacks.a48231670.activity-details) ![Picture 8 for Activity From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48475142/25949538-f7fb-483e-8a5a-63ae95f94357.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### From Uvita: Day Trip to Corcovado National Park by Boat CA $235 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-uvita-day-trip-to-corcovado-national-park-by-boat.a48475142.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 $108 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 $79 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bahia-ballena-whale-and-dolphin-tour-morning.a48737451.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 $168 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/savegre-river-rafting-class-ii-iii-from-manuel-antonio.a1348600.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. 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