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

CA $225

CA $254 total

Feb 8 - Feb 9

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 ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)

Todo muy bien me encanto el lugar recomendado

Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026

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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

CA $107

CA $176 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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](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 $356

CA $402 total

Feb 1 - Feb 2

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! (154 reviews)

Amazing stay, truly unforgettable! Tiki Villas made us feel incredibly special as we celebrated our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived, they pulled out all the stops with flowers, thoughtful treats, and genuinely heartfelt hospitality. The entire staff went above and beyond, but Walter and Kerling ...

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

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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

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! (154 reviews)

Amazing stay, truly unforgettable! Tiki Villas made us feel incredibly special as we celebrated our honeymoon. From the moment we arrived, they pulled out all the stops with flowers, thoughtful treats, and genuinely heartfelt hospitality. The entire staff went above and beyond, but Walter and Kerling ...

Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026

[](https://expedia.ca/Dominical-Hotels-Tiki-Villas-Rainforest-Lodge-Spa.h8126251.Hotel-Information)

![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 ...

9.6/10 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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![Casa Sea Breeze- Luxury OceanView Estate+50' Infinity Pool on 100 Acres ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55410000/55407900/55407807/e71c5dc5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Casa Sea Breeze- Luxury OceanView Estate+50' Infinity Pool on 100 Acres 

 Dominical, Savegre de Aguirre Puntarenas Province, Costa Rica

Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Savegre. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hacienda Barú National ...

10/10 Exceptional! (114 reviews)

“Stunning” “Best vacation ever!” was repeated over and over by the travelers that went with us! This hidden gem was worth every penny. The house is beautiful, well maintained, nestled in the jungle!!! Truly could have stayed on property for a tranquil vacation easily. The wildlife, monkeys on our ...

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

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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. 

[](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

![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

[](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 $104

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 $108

per adult

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#### 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)

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#### Whale Watching Experience Marino Ballena National Park

CA $111

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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#### Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour

CA $118

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/ebano-waterfalls-and-rainforest-safari-tour.a2111295.activity-details)

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