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An aerial view of a tropical island with a white sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and dense green forest.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a glass table, and a yellow sofa.

A view from a balcony with two wooden chairs and a small round table, overlooking a coastal landscape with greenery and the sea.

A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden ceiling, a painting, a TV, and a view of a swimming pool and garden.

1. Canavida Villas & Resort

2.6 km from Cerro Ballena

"What an incredible place to stay! The property was beautiful and the house had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation. The host was wonderful and even met as at the front of the property to take us to our location. He answered all our questions and gave us a tour. The view was amazing and the pool was right there! I would highly recommend it to others and will definitely stay there again!"

Christy

CA $69

CA $134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a body of water and a sunset.

A restaurant with multiple dining tables, a bar area, and a bartender.

A beach with a sandy shore, palm trees, and waves.

A covered outdoor area with a view of a lush landscape and a distant building.

2. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

2.6 km from Cerro Ballena

matthew

CA $280

CA $316 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hot tub surrounded by lush greenery, wooden deck, and lounge chairs.

A modern living room with a sofa, a unique chair, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

A person lying on a mat on a wooden deck.

3. Elan at Ballena Beach

3 km from Cerro Ballena

Cheng-Han

CA $411

CA $569 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 10 - Oct 11

A resort with multiple dome-shaped buildings, a central swimming pool, and outdoor seating areas.

A room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a potted plant.

A living room with a brown sofa, a small round wooden table, and a potted plant.

4. Alborada Boutique Stay

7.1 km from Cerro Ballena

Ryan

CA $114

CA $129 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 16 - Oct 17

An aerial view of a swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and a tiled deck.

A modern living room with a sofa, a wooden dining table, ceiling fans, and large windows with a view of greenery.

A modern house with a glass-enclosed patio, a wooden deck, and a small round table.

A room with a wooden table, two wicker chairs, and a view of lush greenery through large windows.

5. Ojochal Gardens Villas

7.5 km from Cerro Ballena

Roman

CA $176

CA $199 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A wooden deck with a sofa and chairs, a small table, and a potted orchid.

A vintage-style wooden dresser with drawers, a lamp, and a sign that reads "hello".

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and a view of greenery outside.

6. Villas en el bosque

7.2 km from Cerro Ballena

Russell

CA $106

CA $120 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A pool with a view of the ocean at sunset, wooden deck, and a covered seating area.

A large house with a swimming pool, surrounded by lush greenery and mountains.

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a stone wall, a view of the ocean, and a balcony with chairs.

A spacious living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

7. El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

8.3 km from Cerro Ballena

Eric

CA $230

CA $260 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern living room with a pool, a wooden wall, and a flat-screen TV.

A large house surrounded by dense tropical vegetation, with a swimming pool and multiple green-roofed structures.

A bedroom with a large bed, a view of greenery, and a balcony with a railing.

A house with a white exterior, a red-tiled roof, and a well-maintained garden with various plants and a small pond.

8. Alma de Ojochal

8.3 km from Cerro Ballena

Mitra

CA $157

CA $177 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A beach with a rocky cliff featuring a natural archway.

A rectangular pool with a tiled edge, surrounded by a covered area with curtains and potted plants.

A kitchen with a refrigerator, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There is a pool visible through the window.

A balcony with a view of a mountainous landscape.

9. Villa Costa Pura Vida

5.9 km from Cerro Ballena

Danielle

CA $120

CA $136 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A dining table set with bowls, glasses, and cutlery, overlooking a lush garden with tropical plants and a traditional roof structure.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and large plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with a view of greenery.

A modern building with a glass facade and a covered patio area.

10. OASIS de las Palmas

6.9 km from Cerro Ballena

Lillian

CA $166

CA $188 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A table with food and drinks overlooking a pool and scenic view.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for two, surrounded by large umbrellas and plants, overlooking a scenic view.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a sofa, and a dining table. It features sliding glass doors leading to a balcony with a view of the ocean.

11. Golden Pineapple Villas

7.4 km from Cerro Ballena

Karinne L

CA $590

CA $667 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An infinity pool with a view of the ocean at night, wooden lounge chairs, and a dining area with tables and chairs.

A modern interior with a stone wall, glass doors, a hammock, and a view of trees.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, and a glass wall offering a view of the sea.

A modern bathroom with a stone floor, a hammock, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

9.7 km from Cerro Ballena

Marcela

CA $852

CA $963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A bathroom with a stone wall, a wooden bathtub, and a hanging light fixture.

A well-maintained outdoor area with various plants, including palm trees and large leafy plants, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A cozy seating area with a wooden table, a sofa with floral cushions, and a hanging light fixture.

A rectangular pool with metal railings on a wooden deck, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

13. Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

7.5 km from Cerro Ballena

Matthew

CA $159

CA $179 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and an umbrella.

A kitchen with a bar area, bar stools, and various kitchen appliances.

A resort with palm trees, a pool area, and a building with a red roof.

A compact outdoor kitchen with a gas stove, pots, a sink, and various kitchen utensils.

14. Rooms & Pool Macaws

7.8 km from Cerro Ballena

Erick

CA $71

CA $80 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 9 - Oct 10

A modern outdoor pool area with a blue-lit water feature, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

An indoor patio area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a brick wall.

15. Ballena Paradise Apartments

7.9 km from Cerro Ballena

Jason

CA $94

CA $106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a bathtub.

A wooden deck with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooking a pool.

A resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a swimming pool, and lush tropical vegetation.

A modern, enclosed outdoor seating area with a glass partition, a bench, and a hanging light fixture.

16. Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

8 km from Cerro Ballena

Randy

CA $346

CA $410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a balcony with a view of the trees.

A modern kitchen with a built-in stove, a coffee maker, and a pot on the counter.

A modern building with a balcony, a staircase, and potted plants.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, potted plants, and a staircase.

17. Hotel Uvita Forest

7.1 km from Cerro Ballena

Cheyenne

CA $98

CA $123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool with a circular hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and seating space.

A garden pathway surrounded by various tropical plants and a stone statue.

A wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.

18. Cabinas Costa Tropicana

7.8 km from Cerro Ballena

Shanea

CA $127

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small waterfall.

A hotel with a covered walkway, potted plants, and a view of the sky.

A restaurant with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and hanging wicker lamps.

A covered walkway with a thatched roof, potted plants, and a concrete path.

19. Bahia Selvatica Lodge

6 km from Cerro Ballena

Erika

CA $76

CA $86 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool with two lifebuoys, surrounded by green artificial grass and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a large window, wooden furniture, and various appliances.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden walls, a window with curtains, a bedside table, and a TV.

A garden pathway with artificial grass, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

20. Hotel Ballena REY

7.1 km from Cerro Ballena

"The Hotel Ballena Ray is a gem. While the overall vibe is laid back, the rooms are perfect for a long stay with kitchenette and other basic amenities. The breakfast is especially wonderful as is the staff. And the pool, though small, is wonderful and has a bar open in the late afternoon and evening. You can swim until 9PM, which is a nice bonus after a long day exploring the surrounding areas of Uvita, Ballena Marine National Park (5 minute walk from the property) and the surrounding areas....

Paolo

CA $133

CA $150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

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Compare popular hotels close to Cerro Ballena

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Canavida Villas & Resort	9.8 Exceptional 111 reviews	View
Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa	9.6 Exceptional 233 reviews	View
Elan at Ballena Beach	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Alborada Boutique Stay	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Ojochal Gardens Villas	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View

Top Cerro Ballena Hotel Reviews

Elan at Ballena Beach

10/10 Excellent

"national park and walk to the beach"

La Cusinga Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely property. Full of trails in its reserve. Went to the shore - 20 minutes through the woods - to the most magnificent and wild shore. Like heaven! Also went to the natural pool and waterfall - beautiful and cool! The garden, the ocean view from every spot, and the natural and simple wooden rooms - all was a great scene for nature. Dishes of the hotel restaurant (lunch/dinner), not cheap but very tasty. The only thing we missed is an umbrella (which was a must in any other hotel this time of year) for all very wet evenings that we got wet until got to the car..."

Canavida Villas & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Un lugar espectacular para vacacionar. Tranquilo, muy bien equipado, hermosa vista. Sólo que se debe mejorar las indicaciones para llegar, la indicación no es tan precisa las aplicaciones pueden llevarte por un camino más corto pero intransitable para vehículos sencillos."

180 ocean view luxury villa, huge pool, concierge, view of Ballena National Park

10/10 Excellent

"The house is fabulous and the view is incredible! It was great to get out and explore and then come back and relax by the pool and watch the weather over the ocean. We saw many kinds of birds like Toucans and could hear the Howler Monkeys occasionally. The hosts were very communicative and the information book on site was exceptional."

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed for 5 nights at the hotel. The hotel has the most beautiful view of the ocean. The restaurant was great for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The swimming pool was beautiful. We saw all kinds of birds and animals in the ground of the hotel. Highly recommend for anyone staying around the Uvita area with a car."

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing week staying here in Costa Rica! The location was ideal, making it easy to visit both Manuel Antonio and Corcovado National Parks.Mark was an exceptional host, checking in regularly to make sure everything was going well and offering great recommendations for things to do in the area. We booked two excursions with his recommended guide, David, and both were incredible experiences.The Uvita farmers market was a fantastic place to stock up on fresh local produce, and Mark's restaurant recommendations were spot on, especially Citrus, which was outstanding.Two people in our group had health concerns, so having air conditioning in the bedrooms made a huge difference in our comfort. The infinity pool was another highlight and the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring.We would highly recommend staying here and would absolutely love to return for another visit!"

STUNNING BRAND-NEW HOUSE 2B/1B IN THE MIDDLE OF NATURE

10/10 Excellent

"The host was excellent at helping us get introduced to the property. The property was in excellent condition. Very relaxing place to stay."

Peace and Privacy in the Rainforest, Big Ocean View! Uvita Ojochal Bahia Ballena

8/10 Good

"The house was beautiful and the view was stunning! We had a lot of fun outside at the pool and watching the birds and animals in the jungle."

1bdr Stunning House Uvita CUSINGA | Panoramic Ocean View

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place, great stay. Outstanding view. "

Other attractions near Cerro Ballena

Uvita Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

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Playa Tortuga

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

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.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cerro Ballena?

Cerro Ballena is located in Bahía Ballena. Travelers like the surrounding area for its whale watching. You'll find 521 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay near Cerro Ballena?

Canavida Villas & Resort is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this vacation home offers 10 outdoor pools and free parking. It's located 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Cerro Ballena. Other good choices within a few miles include Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa and La Cusinga Lodge.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Cerro Ballena?

Expedia has 521 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Cerro Ballena.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cerro Ballena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Cerro Ballena.

What can I see and do near Cerro Ballena?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Uvita Beach, Playa Tortuga, and Arco Beach. At Catarata uvita, Playa Ballena, and Ventanas Beach, you can surround yourself with nature. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you might plan a visit to Tortuga Beach and Pinuela Beach.

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Our top choices for Cerro Ballena hotels

1. Canavida Villas & Resort

2. Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

3. Elan at Ballena Beach

4. Alborada Boutique Stay

5. Ojochal Gardens Villas

6. Villas en el bosque

7. El Castillo Boutique Luxury Hotel

8. Alma de Ojochal

9. Villa Costa Pura Vida

10. OASIS de las Palmas

11. Golden Pineapple Villas

12. Kura Boutique Hotel Member of the Cayuga Collection

13. Boutique Hotel y Spa Tangara Azul

14. Rooms & Pool Macaws

15. Ballena Paradise Apartments

16. Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

17. Hotel Uvita Forest

18. Cabinas Costa Tropicana

19. Bahia Selvatica Lodge

20. Hotel Ballena REY

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Top Cerro Ballena Hotel Reviews

Elan at Ballena Beach

La Cusinga Lodge

Canavida Villas & Resort

180 ocean view luxury villa, huge pool, concierge, view of Ballena National Park

Cristal Ballena Boutique Hotel & Spa

Amazing Whitewater View Of The Ballena Marine Preserve Islands

STUNNING BRAND-NEW HOUSE 2B/1B IN THE MIDDLE OF NATURE

Peace and Privacy in the Rainforest, Big Ocean View! Uvita Ojochal Bahia Ballena

1bdr Stunning House Uvita CUSINGA | Panoramic Ocean View

Other attractions near Cerro Ballena

Uvita Arts Center

Playa Tortuga

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