Rooms are private and well-maintained, set in lush garden grounds that feel tucked into the jungle and offer a tranquil, nature-focused atmosphere within walking distance of a waterfall, river and town amenities. The hosts are attentive and stock generous shared facilities and local guidance, though the property sits slightly off the main path.

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Terrazas de Ballena features renovated, architect-designed units with open-air kitchens, comfortable beds, ocean-view balconies, waterfalls and a pool amid lush jungle grounds. The property sits near Uvita attractions, provides attentive hosts and breakfasts, and offers dramatic sunset views; guests should note tropical ants in open kitchens and a steep access road that may need a 4x4.

Cabinas Casa del Leon offers spacious, spotless rooms and tidy grounds with a pool and an on-site pizza spot, all well equipped and supplied. Located on Uvita's main road yet surprisingly quiet and close to town amenities, it has a relaxed, surf-friendly atmosphere and attentive, on-site hosts and staff who keep rooms cleaned daily and share local tips.

Rooms are comfortable and the grounds sit close to the national park and nearby restaurants, offering a convenient base. Some rooms show maintenance and cleanliness issues—bathroom fixtures, lack of hot water and occasional pool closure—and reception hours are limited, though hosts and staff are generally helpful.

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Low-key hotel with simply furnished apartments & villas, plus a game room, BBQs & an outdoor pool.

• Pool
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• Wi-Fi
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• Wheelchair accessible

Seren Glamping offers spacious, well-maintained tents with private baths, air conditioning and a reservable jacuzzi amid natural grounds. It sits a short walk from the beach, the Whale Tail and local restaurants, creating a relaxed, nature-focused atmosphere, and hosts are attentive and helpful. A few guests note limited secure storage for valuables.

Trendy cabins close to the beach featuring kitchenettes, plus an outdoor pool & a garden.

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Unfussy quarters, some with kitchenettes, in a casual hotel offering an outdoor pool & a restaurant.

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Ballena Oasis Lodge offers clean, basic cabins and small glamping huts set in a tidy garden, with shared kitchens and bathrooms maintained daily — accommodations are simple and compact, suited to budget travelers. The property sits about a 10-minute walk from the beach in a quiet area, and a friendly, responsive family-run staff provides easy communication, taxi bookings and activity arrangements.

• Wheelchair accessible

Perched above Uvita on a cliff with panoramic ocean and Whale Tail views, the villas offer private pools, abundant wildlife and peaceful sunsets. Accommodations are spacious, clean and furnished with handmade wood details, comfortable beds and equipped kitchens, while hosts provide warm, attentive service and personal touches; access involves a short gravel drive.

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Koru is a well-maintained, design-forward hostel with clean, air-conditioned dorms, standout rain showers, a pool, lush gardens and well-equipped kitchens; some dorms feel cramped with limited luggage space. It sits a short walk from the Whale Tail and local restaurants, offers a relaxed, social atmosphere with reliable Wi‑Fi, and hosts provide attentive, personalized service and activity support.

• Pool
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Yuli Hotel offers clean, modern rooms, attractive grounds and a pool in a convenient spot near Marino Ballena National Park, local restaurants and the beach, creating a relaxed, communal atmosphere. Hosts are often warm and helpful, but service can be inconsistent and guests sometimes report slow responses and minor maintenance issues in rooms.

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Cool Waters Jungle Villas offers simple, clean rooms with equipped kitchens, comfy beds and on-site pools set among lush grounds with a stream and abundant wildlife. The family-run property sits a short walk from a protected beach and Uvita attractions, with friendly hosts, though the entrance is tucked away and parking is limited so booking clarity helps.

Basic quarters in a no-nonsense hotel offering a garden, plus dining & an outdoor pool.

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• Wi-Fi
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Hotel Faremiti features stylish, spotless rooms, a pool and jacuzzi amid tropical grounds with abundant wildlife; some units have AC only in the bedroom. In hilly Uvita, it’s a short walk from the waterfall and Whale’s Tail but guests often use a car or taxi; the owner and staff are communicative and provide daily cleaning and laundry.

• Pool
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• Wi-Fi
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

In Uvita, Hotel Bahía Azul offers pleasant grounds, a pool and a charming, rain-soaked dining atmosphere with an attached restaurant. The owner and chef receive praise for warm hospitality and flavorful food. Rooms and maintenance get mixed reports, with some guests noting cleanliness, upkeep issues, occasional noise and uneven service.

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Laid-back hostel in a treehouse offering straightforward dorms & private rooms, plus a kitchen.

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Ranchos Remo Lodge offers clean, roomy lodgings with sweeping ocean and jungle views, an open-air layout and an on-site Italian restaurant; breakfast is frequently praised. The Italian hosts are warm and accommodating, offering laundry and local tips, though the steep, rough access road can challenge low cars and rooms are open to insects and rely on fans rather than AC.

• Airport shuttle
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Bahia Selvatica Lodge offers modern, spotless rooms and pleasant grounds with small pools, a communal kitchen and barbecue seating, just a short walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. Staff and hosts are attentive and helpful, but some services—reception, bar, daily breakfast and regular pool cleaning—are still being finalized.

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Uvita Oasis Retreat offers clean, charming, well‑decorated houses with fully equipped kitchens, balconies, a pool and lush, well‑kept gardens that create a relaxed, local‑flavor atmosphere. Staff are attentive and helpful, arranging activities and recommendations, and the property sits within walking distance of shops, cafes and the Whale Tail beach, though a car helps to explore farther attractions.

• Pool
• Air conditioning
• Wi-Fi
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Serene accommodations in a secluded rainforest ecolodge offering dining, a spa & a yoga studio.

• Pool
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Hotel Uvita Forest offers clean, updated rooms with kitchenettes and outdoor amenities like a rancho and pool, plus secure parking and a quiet, convenient location near Uvita. The atmosphere feels safe, relaxed and private. Staff are friendly, speak English and are helpful with recommendations and logistics, though rooms may lack hooks or plentiful hangers.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

The property is clean and well maintained, offering simple but functional kitchenettes, secure parking, and attractive outdoor spaces with a pool and Jacuzzi; a few mention firm mattresses and basic pillows. It sits quietly near the national park entrance rather than on the beach, and staff are present and helpful, making it a calm, family-friendly base.

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Hotel Por Qué No? is a small, intimate property with a tidy pool, shared kitchen and patio, and compact but clean rooms. It sits within easy walking distance of the beach, restaurants and national park, and the hosts are friendly, responsive and helpful with local tips.

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• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Cabinas Bahia offers clean, comfortable rooms with air conditioning, on-demand hot water and basic facilities like parking and breakfast, often at reasonable rates. It sits within easy walking distance of Marino Ballena park and the beach, and the hosts are friendly and helpful with guest needs.

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• Wheelchair accessible

Laid-back rooms in a casual resort with ocean & jungle views, as well as a restaurant.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Spa
• Wi-Fi
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Morning Glory Uvita offers compact, spotless apartments with full kitchens, efficient AC, themed bathrooms, and reliable Wi‑Fi, set around a saltwater pool and well‑tended garden. It provides a peaceful, private atmosphere within a short walk of the national park, beach, shops and restaurants, with attentive hosts available to help.

Apartahotel Playa Luna is a family-run, laid-back property with well-kept grounds and a large, clean pool, located within walking distance of Uvita/National Park beach. Hosts provide attentive, helpful service including laundry, and rooms are clean and spacious with simple furnishings, though mattresses can be firm.

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Tropical, lively hostel featuring an Italian restaurant & a bar, plus a free beach shuttle.

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• Wi-Fi

Flor de bambú offers clean, quiet rooms set in calm, leafy grounds just a short walk from jungle swimming holes and local cafés. The location is an easy stroll to waterfalls, the river and shops, while attentive, communicative hosts help guests feel at home.

• Wi-Fi
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Casita Ballena offers spacious, comfortable rooms and quiet, well-kept grounds a short distance from the beaches. The atmosphere is relaxed and the hosts keep things simple and unobtrusive.

Rooms are small, cozy and very clean, with a practical layout and a well-kept pool; the quiet property sits close to the beach and local restaurants, suited for relaxing. Hosts are responsive and available to help, though they maintain a strict no-visitors policy.

Yubarta Lodge offers basic but comfortable rooms and domes with air conditioning, plus clean common areas, a pool, garden and a shared kitchen. Located in a peaceful, convenient spot near shops and beaches, it has a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere led by friendly, accommodating hosts, though some guests note occasional maintenance or service lapses.

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Ballena Rey Hotel offers spacious, clean rooms with kitchenettes, reliable AC, Wi‑Fi, hot water, and a small refreshing pool on tidy grounds. Located minutes from Marino Ballena National Park and midway between Quepos and Sierpe, it provides a convenient base with a family-run, casual atmosphere and friendly staff who serve a hearty breakfast and give helpful local recommendations.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Hotel Marino Ballena offers modern, clean rooms with comfortable beds in a small, well-kept complex featuring a cozy terrace and a modest pool that can appear smaller than photos suggest. It sits in a convenient, quiet spot near the main road, national park, restaurants and shops, while friendly, helpful owners and staff provide local tips.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking

Eden Tica Lodge sits high in the hills with ocean views; bungalows are spacious with kitchens, comfy beds, a pool and frequent wildlife like howler monkeys and toucans. Hosts are friendly and helpful, assisting with steep access and parking. The road in is rough—4x4 is recommended—and rooms do not have air conditioning.

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Bali Bosque’s handcrafted wooden Bali-style houses sit in lush gardens and rainforest, offering jungle views, birdsong and fruit trees and herbs that create a peaceful, immersive atmosphere. The property is tucked above Uvita—close to beaches yet secluded—and the hosts, Monique and Hans, provide warm, attentive hospitality and helpful local guidance; access often requires a four-wheel-drive.

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Forest Lodge offers cozy, clean wooden cabins and modern bathrooms set in well-kept jungle grounds with a small pool; wildlife and a mirador create a nature-filled atmosphere. Hosts are a friendly family who provide simple breakfasts and helpful local tips. The property sits near the main road with steep private access (4x4 recommended) and occasional distant truck noise.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
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The hotel offers spacious, clean rooms with comfortable beds, balconies, pools and terrace areas, plus a casual on-site restaurant. It sits close to Uvita's beaches and national park, with friendly breakfast and restaurant staff, though front-desk service, maintenance and limited parking can be uneven and walls may be thin.

• Pool
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• Wi-Fi
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

La Fiore de Bahía offers simple, air-conditioned rooms on a relaxed, leafy property, though guests sometimes note weak AC, intermittent power or water, and a cash-only policy. The on-site restaurant and hosts are consistently described as friendly and casual, serving tasty, affordable meals in a pleasant, laid-back atmosphere convenient for bus connections.

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Shipwrecked Hostel offers spacious, clean dorms and volunteer rooms (some with AC), a large well-equipped communal kitchen, outdoor decks and pleasant grounds. The vibe is relaxed and community-oriented with friendly, helpful hosts and volunteers, though bathrooms and common areas are semi-outdoor and the property sits a little farther from Uvita’s main beach and nightlife.

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Low-key dorms & private rooms in a casual hostel with forest views, a shared kitchen & a terrace.

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The property features a lush, plant-filled garden and a homey, tropical atmosphere that invites relaxation and casual dining. A family-owned team runs the place with warm, attentive service—Cindy and her husband oversee food, drinks, and hospitality, creating a welcoming, community-minded vibe.

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Simple quarters in an unpretentious hostel featuring a restaurant & a bar, plus a shared kitchen.

• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
• Parking
• LGBTQ+ friendly

Alborada Boutique Stay offers clean, spacious rooms with reliable AC and hot water, a small pool and planted grounds, plus secure gated parking and an easy walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. The family hosts provide helpful, accommodating service and generous cooked breakfasts, with friendly dogs kept separate from guest areas.

• Pool
• Free breakfast
• Wi-Fi
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Casa FOTR LOCO offers clean, cozy rooms, a large shared kitchen and a pool on pleasant grounds close to Playa Ballena, the national park, bus terminal, shops and restaurants, creating a relaxed, social atmosphere. The owner, Wendy, is hands-on and welcoming, often helping guests with transport and meals; most guests praise the care, though one guest raised hygiene concerns.

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Hotel Sueños de María offers simple, clean rooms and well-kept grounds with pools, parking and a variety of accommodation options close to town and family-friendly attractions. The staff are friendly and helpful, providing local tips and attentive service, sometimes including small extras like laundry.

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• Wi-Fi
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• LGBTQ+ friendly

Rustic bungalows with kitchens in a casual hotel featuring an outdoor pool & a playground.

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• Wi-Fi
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• Wheelchair accessible