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

![Villas Rio Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/66200/66109/67c9bc41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Villas Rio Mar

Dominical Beach Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (628 reviews)

Todo muy bien me encanto el lugar recomendado

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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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)

Couldn’t have enjoyed my stay more. The staff were very kind and accommodating. The room was excellent and the views were phenomenal. I’ll be back!

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

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Canavida Villas & Resort

Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province

CA $108

CA $178 total

Jan 25 - Jan 26

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 ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)

Pool side furniture needed cushions to be comfortable because too hard to sit or to lay down other than that everything was great.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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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)

Couldn’t have enjoyed my stay more. The staff were very kind and accommodating. The room was excellent and the views were phenomenal. I’ll be back!

Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026

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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 ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (75 reviews)

Pool side furniture needed cushions to be comfortable because too hard to sit or to lay down other than that everything was great.

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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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 ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (23 reviews)

Everybody help very nice stuff

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

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### Popular places to visit

#### Nauyaca Waterfalls

5/5(9 reviews)

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

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#### 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. 

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#### 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 $236

per adult

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![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 $174

per adult

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#### Bahia Ballena Whale and Dolphin Tour - Morning

CA $104

per adult

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![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

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#### Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita

CA $124

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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![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 $111

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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