Barú

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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 ¥56,927 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
¥56,927
¥66,668 total
Mar 4 - Mar 5
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Great!

Reviewed on Feb 27, 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 ¥29,759 per night from Mar 8 to Mar 9
¥29,759
¥33,628 total
Mar 8 - Mar 9
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Bathroom was terrible. Flushing toilet was a challenge and requested maintenance did not solve the issue. Poor maintenance of toilet, sink faucets bent and spray all over. Very dark tile and poor lighting - almost impossible to put on make-up, etc. Breakfast buffet had a lot of options but very average ...

Reviewed on Feb 27, 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 ¥53,837 per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
¥53,837
¥60,836 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Staff, a smaller hotel (not as crowed),

Reviewed on Feb 24, 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.
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 WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Mountain Top Park ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (57 reviews)
Room was very clean. A/c loud but the price was good. 25% off in the restaurant which is a must at sunset

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Pura Natura Lodge
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

4 out of 5
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! (79 reviews)
Great space and views for days!!! Loved having a personal pool to lounge by while looking at the ocean!

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Canavida Villas & Resort
Los Altos Resort

Los Altos Resort

5 out of 5
Kilometer 4 on main road Quepos Puntarenas
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Quepos. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Pará Beach are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (254 reviews)
The room was amazing and the staff was friendly and helpful

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Los Altos Resort
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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Marjorie

We will return!