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A resort with multiple dome-shaped buildings, a central swimming pool, and outdoor seating areas.

A waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain.

A living room with a brown sofa, a small round wooden table, and a potted plant.

1. Alborada Boutique Stay

1.5 km from Playa Colonia

irene

￥15,045

￥17,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A modern outdoor pool area with a blue-lit water feature, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, a sofa, and a ceiling fan.

An indoor patio area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a brick wall.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with curtains, and an air conditioning unit.

2. Ballena Paradise Apartments

2.3 km from Playa Colonia

Jason

￥11,243

￥12,705 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 17 - Oct 18

A poolside table with a glass of water, a slice of watermelon, and an open book.

An aerial view of a beach with a curved shoreline, surrounded by dense green forest.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A kitchen with a bar area, bar stools, and various kitchen appliances.

3. Rooms & Pool Macaws

2.3 km from Playa Colonia

Erick

￥9,010

￥10,181 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A swimming pool with a circular hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

A garden pathway surrounded by various tropical plants and a stone statue.

A wooden cabin surrounded by lush greenery and tropical plants.

A wooden cabin with a thatched roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a gravel path leading to it.

4. Cabinas Costa Tropicana

3.2 km from Playa Colonia

Shanea

￥13,849

￥15,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A wooden deck with tables and chairs overlooking a scenic ocean view.

An arched doorway leading to a covered outdoor area with a wooden door and a person standing inside.

A stone pool with a thatched roof, surrounded by greenery.

A garden pathway with a metal gate, surrounded by greenery and trees.

5. La Cusinga Lodge

1.8 km from Playa Colonia

Leann

￥18,633

￥21,055 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a balcony with a view of the trees.

A modern two-story building with a balcony, potted plants, and a staircase.

A modern building with a balcony, a staircase, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, an air conditioner, and a coffee machine.

6. Hotel Uvita Forest

2.8 km from Playa Colonia

Cheyenne

￥11,661

￥14,693 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

An aerial view of a rectangular swimming pool with two lifebuoys, surrounded by green artificial grass and palm trees.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, large windows, and a view of a pool.

A modern kitchen with a large window, wooden furniture, and various appliances.

A garden pathway with artificial grass, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.

7. Hotel Ballena REY

2.1 km from Playa Colonia

"The Hotel Ballena Ray is a gem. While the overall vibe is laid back, the rooms are perfect for a long stay with kitchenette and other basic amenities. The breakfast is especially wonderful as is the staff. And the pool, though small, is wonderful and has a bar open in the late afternoon and evening. You can swim until 9PM, which is a nice bonus after a long day exploring the surrounding areas of Uvita, Ballena Marine National Park (5 minute walk from the property) and the surrounding areas....

Paolo

￥17,919

￥20,248 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

An aerial view of a beach with clear blue waters, a sandy shore, and a small island in the distance.

A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A garden with various plants and a decorative owl statue.

An outdoor patio with a pool, a table with a vase, and a sofa.

8. Morning Glory

0.8 km from Playa Colonia

Kath

￥4,238

￥7,874 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A pool area with lounge chairs and a clear blue pool, surrounded by white buildings and lush greenery.

A modern house with a covered patio, a car parked in front, and a well-maintained lawn.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, refrigerator, and sink. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.

A person sitting on a lounge chair by a poolside, with lush greenery in the background.

9. Uvita Paradise

1.7 km from Playa Colonia

Gregory

￥19,793

￥22,366 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, surrounded by lounge chairs and a small waterfall.

A covered walkway with a thatched roof, potted plants, and a concrete path.

An outdoor restaurant with wooden furniture, hanging wicker lamps, and a mural of marine life.

A restaurant with a thatched roof, wooden furniture, and hanging wicker lamps.

10. Bahia Selvatica Lodge

0.6 km from Playa Colonia

Erika

￥9,874

￥11,157 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, wooden flooring, and multiple seating arrangements including tables and chairs.

A wooden planter box with various plants and a tree trunk, surrounded by a tiled floor.

A pool area with two lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and surrounding greenery.

A spacious indoor area with a wooden floor, a small water feature, and a hammock.

11. Hotel Tucan

3 km from Playa Colonia

Jan

￥8,644

￥9,767 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A swimming pool with wooden deck and lounge chairs.

A bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower curtain.

A bedroom with a bed, a television, and a ceiling fan.

A rustic kitchen with wooden furniture, a green wall, and a corrugated metal roof.

12. Sueños de maria

2.4 km from Playa Colonia

Ashleigh

￥6,370

￥7,198 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A tent with a bed, a small table, and a hanging light fixture.

A beach with palm trees and a view of the ocean.

A tent with a sign reading "Coral" set in a natural environment with bamboo and foliage.

A serene, nature-immersed accommodation with a wooden structure, a covered seating area, and a clear view of the surrounding lush greenery.

13. Hotel Seren Glamping

0.6 km from Playa Colonia

Lawrence

￥7,654

￥8,649 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by dense forest.

A two-story building with a pool in front.

A room with a large window, wooden walls, a bed, and a table.

A beach with clear water, rocks, and green vegetation.

14. Cool Waters Jungle Villas

0.9 km from Playa Colonia

Victor

￥10,959

￥14,998 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 19 - Sep 20

A pool area with lounge chairs and tropical plants.

A garden pathway leading to a building with a tiled roof, surrounded by various tropical plants and trees.

A wooden dining table with placemats, white cups, and a glass of water.

15. Tropical Beach

1 km from Playa Colonia

Amelia

￥7,125

￥8,052 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A pathway lined with tropical plants leading to a pool area.

A pool area with umbrellas, lounge chairs, and palm trees.

An indoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by large trees and plants.

A beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

16. Yuli Hotel

2.2 km from Playa Colonia

Brian

￥10,052

￥11,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A wooden pathway leading to a covered seating area surrounded by lush tropical plants.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a glass table, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a wall-mounted lamp, a decorative wall piece, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, and a window with a view of greenery.

17. Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena

2.3 km from Playa Colonia

Nancy

￥7,630

￥8,622 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A beach with a clear sky, calm water, and a forested hill in the background.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining area.

A residential area with multiple houses, a swimming pool, and surrounding greenery.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a TV mounted on the wall, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

18. Hotel El Tecal

0.7 km from Playa Colonia

Andrew

￥11,607

￥13,115 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and dark wooden cabinets.

An aerial view of a beach with a symmetrical sandbar dividing the water.

A modern living room with a brown sectional sofa, a kitchen area with a refrigerator and cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern interior with a flat-screen TV mounted on a wall, a ceiling fan, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

19. Casa Uvita

2.3 km from Playa Colonia

Liliana

￥16,659

￥29,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A beach scene with palm trees and the ocean at sunset.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a red blanket, a wicker chair, a shelf with baskets, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A garden with various plants and a red shed.

A room with a bunk bed, a refrigerator, a dining table with chairs, and a door.

20. Hotel Vive Uvita

2.1 km from Playa Colonia

Radim

￥6,553

￥7,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Compare popular hotels close to Playa Colonia

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Alborada Boutique Stay	10.0 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Ballena Paradise Apartments	9.8 Exceptional 59 reviews	View
Rooms & Pool Macaws	9.8 Exceptional 37 reviews	View
Cabinas Costa Tropicana	9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
La Cusinga Lodge	9.6 Exceptional 61 reviews	View

Top Playa Colonia Hotel Reviews

Alborada Boutique Stay

10/10 Excellent

"10/10 recommendation for couples. Jimmy was a great cook and very friendly. He’s definitely an asset. Room was comfortable and clean. Pool was very relaxing and refreshing. First time in Costa Rica and it was perfect staying here."

Cedrela Beach Villas

8/10 Good

"Needs more blankets"

Uvita Beach House: Your ideal hub for Exploring the Lush Southern Zone of CR

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay here and would absolutely return. The casita is small, but beautifully maintained, very clean, and exactly what the two of us needed for a relaxing getaway. The location is fantastic — central to everything in Uvita and perfect for exploring beaches, restaurants, and local attractions. The Tex‑Mex restaurant next door was a delightful bonus and made grabbing dinner incredibly convenient.One of our favorite parts of the stay was enjoying coffee on the patio each morning while listening to the birds and watching the wildlife. It was peaceful, quiet, and such a lovely way to start the day.A few notes for future guests and the host:• The nearby beach is part of the national park, which means there’s an entrance fee. Some reviews made it sound a bit closer and more walkable than we personally found it to be.• The host did recommend several beautiful free beaches within a 10–15 minute drive, and they were perfect for catching sunsets.• Adding a lounge chair or two to the back patio would make the outdoor space even better — there wasn’t a comfortable spot to sit and read outside.Overall, this was a wonderful stay: clean, quiet, convenient, and a perfect base for exploring Uvita. Highly recommend."

Yuli Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful place to stay, we loved it."

Morning Glory

10/10 Excellent

"What a great stay we had at this beautiful, relaxing place! The owners had clearly put a lot of care into providing for guests needs. Well equipped kitchen. Range of seating on the balcony overlooking the fantastic pool and garden."

Bambuk Bio Chalet Uvita beach front

10/10 Excellent

"We loved this jungle bungalow! It’s glamping at its finest! It would be great for families as it has a terrific private yard for playing and running around."

La Cusinga Lodge

8/10 Good

"The view was amazing and staff were very friendly. I did not realize that the rooms did not have A/C, so things were hot the first night (reception closed at 8:00), but they were able to get me another fan the second night l, which made things better. Overall, we really enjoyed the stay which included access to a local swimming hole which was very refreshing. The restaurant was the most expensive meal we had in Costa Rica and to be honest, the food was not bad, but not good. Definitely not worth the money spent. We found food more reasonably priced and better tasting outside the resort. I would strongly recommend this site if you want great views, friendly staff, the feeling of being alone, and don’t mind no AC."

Tropical Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The guy at the front desk was super sweet and helped me a lot. They were kind and the pool was very warm."

Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular

10/10 Excellent

"Might need a 4x4 to get to this gorgeous view! We did make it in our car but the water crossing got a little hairy after rain. The place was just as beautiful and well laid out as described. Immaculately cleaned and they were so nice as to let us in early on check in day. The water pressure was a problem for showers - definitely can’t take more than 1 shower at once. Also, I’m not sure the dishwasher was hooked up. But the washing machine worked great and they even provided soap. Black out blinds were also much appreciated"

Other attractions near Playa Colonia

Secret Lau Pool

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Secret Lau Pool during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

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Catarata uvita

9.0/10 (57 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Catarata uvita during your travels in Bahía Ballena. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

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Uvita Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Uvita Arts Center during your stay in Bahía Ballena. Wander the rainforest in this relaxing area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Playa Colonia?

If you're planning to come to the area to visit Playa Colonia, take some time to see the rest of the sights while you're in town. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 85 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Playa Colonia?

Adjacent to Playa Colonia, Cedrela Beach Villas is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this villa offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices close by include Bahia Selvatica Lodge and Alborada Boutique Stay.

How many hotels are there close to Playa Colonia?

Expedia has 85 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Playa Colonia.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Colonia, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Playa Colonia.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Playa Colonia?

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What can I see and do near Playa Colonia?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Marino Ballena National Park and Punta Uvita. Dip your toes in the water at Uvita Beach, Playa Hermosa, and Arco Beach. Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Catarata uvita, Playa Ballena, and Secret Lau Pool.

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Our top choices for Playa Colonia hotels

1. Alborada Boutique Stay

2. Ballena Paradise Apartments

3. Rooms & Pool Macaws

4. Cabinas Costa Tropicana

5. La Cusinga Lodge

6. Hotel Uvita Forest

7. Hotel Ballena REY

8. Morning Glory

9. Uvita Paradise

10. Bahia Selvatica Lodge

11. Hotel Tucan

12. Sueños de maria

13. Hotel Seren Glamping

14. Cool Waters Jungle Villas

15. Tropical Beach

16. Yuli Hotel

17. Hotel Luz de Luna Bahia Ballena

18. Hotel El Tecal

19. Casa Uvita

20. Hotel Vive Uvita

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Top Playa Colonia Hotel Reviews

Alborada Boutique Stay

Cedrela Beach Villas

Uvita Beach House: Your ideal hub for Exploring the Lush Southern Zone of CR

Yuli Hotel

Morning Glory

Bambuk Bio Chalet Uvita beach front

La Cusinga Lodge

Tropical Beach

Ocean view, Secret place - Casa Espectacular

Other attractions near Playa Colonia

Secret Lau Pool

Catarata uvita

Uvita Arts Center

Frequently asked questions