Title: Visit Platanillo: Best of Platanillo Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Platanillo

## Travel Guide

## Visit Platanillo

Things to do

- Platanillo Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Platanillo

![Canavida Villas & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/fb2f907a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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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

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![Golden Pineapple Villas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19810000/19807400/19807376/9b178bb1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Golden Pineapple Villas

3km East of Banco Costa Rica Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

CA $752

CA $849 total

Dec 10 - Dec 11

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)

Our stay was absolutely incredible. The property has breathtaking views of both the ocean and the mountains — truly the kind you can’t stop staring at. The restaurant had great food options and amazing cocktails, and everyone we met was so friendly and welcoming. The staff was beyond accommodating ...

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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![Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8130000/8126300/8126251/733fce93_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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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 ...

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2025

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![Canavida Villas & Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90013800/90013782/fb2f907a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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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)

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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)

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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.

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

[](https://expedia.ca/Ballena-Hotels-Hotel-Uvita-Forest.h105645231.Hotel-Information)

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### Popular places to visit

![Nauyaca Waterfalls](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/47d623d67593c001694dad63e437a41a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Nauyaca Waterfalls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Nauyaca Waterfalls during your travels in Barú. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Nauyaca-Waterfalls-Baru.d553248633860262313.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Parque Reptilandia

Meet the animals who call Parque Reptilandia home during your travels in Barú. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Parque-Reptilandia-Dominical.d553248621532964502.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Eco Chontales Waterfall

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Eco Chontales Waterfall during your travels in Barú. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. 

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### 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 $240

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 $172

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/savegre-river-rafting-class-ii-iii-from-manuel-antonio.a1348600.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 $106

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bahia-ballena-whale-and-dolphin-tour-morning.a48737451.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 $110

per adult

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![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 $127

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whales-and-dolphins-watching-tour-from-uvita.a3580085.activity-details)

![Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49191754/8d9059ef-9011-4728-875f-2d77114f51df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park

CA $112

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-experience-marino-ballena-national-park.a49191754.activity-details)

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