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

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# Platanillo

## Travel Guide

## Visit Platanillo

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- Vacation Rentals in Platanillo

![Hotel Diuwak](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12620000/12613300/12613210/c6d92f3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Diuwak

Frente a las oficinas del ICE Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

CA $126

CA $143 total

Mar 16 - Mar 17

includes taxes & fees

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

7.8/10 Good! (226 reviews)

Close to the beach. Good free breakfast. Super nice staff. Nice pool.

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

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Oxygen Jungle Villas & Spa

1.5 KM Noroeste del catarata Bahía Ballena Puntarenas

CA $525

CA $612 total

Apr 14 - Apr 15

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury resort in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (309 reviews)

The Staff treat you like family. Nothing is too much trouble. Grounds/room above average

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

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Lamangata Luxury Surf Resort

Lagunas Main Road Savegre Puntarenas Province

CA $846

CA $956 total

Mar 16 - Mar 17

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Savegre. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and ...

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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! (80 reviews)

What a Great Ocean View from the private Pool of the House!! I also stayed in one of their apartments, their pool as well have a spectacular vie to the Pacific Ocean and breathtaking sunsets. The hosts and their team are very helpful and friendly. And the best: our dogs were welcome and enjoyed their ...

Reviewed on Mar 13, 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 ...

9/10 Wonderful! (166 reviews)

Everything was amazing! We’re definitely coming back

Reviewed on Mar 3, 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! (31 reviews)

Jean was super helpful staff running the the show, great recommendations on day trips and very nice and accommodated and clean secure area with a nice big common area to walk freely about and stage yourself for more Costa Rican fun

Reviewed on Mar 10, 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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#### 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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#### 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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### 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 $233

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 $171

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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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 $107

per adult

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

CA $103

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

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#### Whales and Dolphins watching Tour From Uvita

CA $122

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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#### Ebano Waterfalls and Rainforest Safari Tour

CA $116

per adult

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