Barú Travel Guide

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Top view of a landscape surrounded by nature with the Nauyacas Waterfalls of the Baru River in the middle of the green tropical forest in Costa Rica
Aerial panoramic shot of the top of the Nauyacas Waterfalls of the Baru River in the middle of the green tropical forest in Costa Rica
We were at the end of our Panama/Costa Rica trip and had actually just decided to cut it short because I was starting to feel sick. But we had this last hike to try out and I was just hoping both that I would feel well enough and also that our car would be able to make it back on the very steep gravel road back from the parking spot (after almost getting stuck around Monteverde earlier on the trip). As we’ve been getting used to we were first to arrive so we had this awesome place completely to ourselves for a little while in the morning before other tourists started to drop in. It really felt like a fairytale. (Oh, and the car made it back okay!) #nature #costarica #centralamerica #waterfalls

Where to stay in Barú

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Cascada Azul

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

Cascada Azul
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$692 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$692
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Beautiful location.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 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$421 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$421
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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)
We loved staying at the Shana by the Beach. Highlights included our room (we had an amazing oceanfront view with double king beds, kitchen and a balcony with dining table), the pool area (has an adults-only side with infinity pool view of the ocean, though it’s a little small, and a 2 for 1 happy ...

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
La Mariposa Hotel

La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 out of 5
100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista Quepos Puntarenas
The price is NZ$648 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
NZ$648
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Everything was wonderful! Beautiful views, great food, friendly and helpful staff and excellent amenities. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to return!

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

La Mariposa Hotel
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.
Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa

3.5 out of 5
12km South of Dominical Bahía Ballena Puntarenas
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Bahía Ballena. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Playa Hermosa and Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (156 reviews)
The view from Tiki Villas is so beautiful, incredible pool/restaurant views in particular but also from each villa, they are all so well situated. The recent renovation is really well done with fantastic indoor/outdoor bathrooms and super comfortable beds. I think some finishing touches are still ...

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Tiki Villas Rainforest Lodge & Spa
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 Arco Beach and Uvita Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (76 reviews)
Room was spotless and owner was so helpful with everything making our stay there the best we have had in Costa Rica, the views are breathtaking and unbeatable. We highly recommend Canavida

Reviewed on 6 Feb 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 Mountain Top Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (56 reviews)
The view was amazing and the AC in the bedrooms was so nice. It would have been nice to have AC in the main living area so we could also enjoy that space without the major heat and humidity. Overall, we enjoyed having a space to make breakfast and a place that fit our entire family.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 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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