Barú Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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An aerial view of a dense forest with a waterfall and a small pond.
A waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
A waterfall cascading into a pool surrounded by dense forest and rocky cliffs.
A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.

Our guide on where to stay in Barú

Find the best Barú areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Cascada Azul

When in Cascada Azul, you can plan a visit to Nauyaca Waterfalls and Playa Dominical, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road Quepos Puntarenas
The price is NZ$649 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$649
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful property the staff was very friendly. It was also very clean gorgeous view. We really enjoy our stay there. I highly recommend and it was not too far from town easy to get a taxi close to the beach. It offers a lot of great options to enjoy this day in that property"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Parador Nature Resort and Spa
Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio

4.5 out of 5
Road to Punta Quepos Quepos Puntarenas
The price is NZ$415 per night from 2 July to 3 July
NZ$415
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The bed was super comfortable. Unfortunately, they were in the middle of fixing the water pipe for one night. But they were very accommodating during this time. Otherwise, the staff and the rest of the property were clean and very well maintained. The golf cart service to take people up and down ..."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
Hotel Costa Verde

Hotel Costa Verde

4 out of 5
Km 5 Road to Manuel Antonio Quepos Puntarenas
The price is NZ$320 per night from 29 June to 30 June
NZ$320
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Quepos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (396 reviews)
"Bueno"

Reviewed on 23 June 2026

Hotel Costa Verde
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Los Altos Resort

Los Altos Resort

5 out of 5
Kilometer 4 on main road Quepos Puntarenas
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio Nature ...
9/10 Wonderful! (259 reviews)
"Great surroundings. Great location. Townhouse are wonderful. Staff is very friendly and making you very welcome."

Reviewed on 20 June 2026

Los Altos Resort
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
Calle la Union Bahía Ballena Puntarenas Province
Stay at this holiday home in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 10 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Marino Ballena National Park and Arco Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (98 reviews)
"Clean, no bugs, hot shower, awesome views, equipped kitchen, Jessica and Christian so welcoming. Hope to return!"

Reviewed on 10 June 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Pura Natura Lodge

Pura Natura Lodge

3.5 out of 5
150mts north of Escuela Manuel Antonio Quepos Puntarenas
Stay at this apartment in Quepos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Manuel Antonio ...
9/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"You will have the most amazing sunset view from your balcony. It was a very clean space with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. I booked this through Travelocity, and was under the assumption that the pool was available to everyone at the property, but it is only for about 1/3 property so ..."

Reviewed on 5 June 2026

Pura Natura Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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