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Canavida Villas & Resort

3.5 star property

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
$123
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9

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Calle la Union, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas Province
  • Place, Arco Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Uvita Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Ballena
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Drake Bay (DRK)
    ‪166 min drive‬

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  • 1225 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds, 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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  • 1120 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

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4bdr Home in Uvita | TOROGOZ | Private Pool

  • 1250 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Double Beds

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2bdr House in Uvita CARACARA | Panoramic Ocean Views | Terrace/patio

2bdr House in Uvita CARACARA | Panoramic Ocean Views

  • 975 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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3bdr Villa in Uvita LAPA | Private Pool

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Love Nest in Uvita COLIBRI | 180° Ocean Views | Terrace/patio

Love Nest in Uvita COLIBRI | 180° Ocean Views

  • 783 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 1249 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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3bdr Villa in Uvita TOUCAN | Jungle Ocean View | Luxury

  • 1300 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1bdr Moderne House CUSINGA | Panoramic Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1bdr Condo 4 | SALAMANDRA | 180° Ocean Views

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1bdr Condo 5 | LIZARDO | Amazing

  • 500 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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2 bdr Condo 6 | RANA | 180° Ocean Views

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

1bdr Condo 2 | IGUANA | 180° Ocean Views

  • 450 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Canavida Villas & Resort

Bahía Ballena vacation home with kitchenette
This smoke-free vacation home features 10 outdoor pools, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and multilingual staff assistance are onsite. The vacation home features free WiFi and free wired Internet, plus a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a stovetop. Comforts include a Select Comfort bed and a pillow menu, and guests will also find conveniences like a coffee/tea maker and a dining table. Housekeeping is available on request.
This vacation home offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include dining tables. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. A pillow menu is available. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, and cookware/dishes/utensils.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). In-room massages and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

10 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

This vacation home features 10 outdoor swimming pools. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Complimentary uncovered self parking is available on site. Guests can use the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This vacation home is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • In-room massages
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • Playground

Kitchenette

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Private picnics

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillow menu
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Fee: CRC 13,000 per pet per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Guidebooks
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Boat tours nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Outdoor pool (guest access) nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 15 units
  • Built in 2024
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and key retrieval information; your host will greet you
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Guests are recommended to download the property's WhatsApp mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Access methods

Host will greet you, key retrieval

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CRC 13000 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Cleaning fee: CRC 20000 per accommodation, per stay (varies per unit)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: CRC 13000 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 8
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Property is also known as

Canavida Villas Resort
Canavida Villas & Ballena
Canavida Villas & Resort Ballena
Canavida Villas & Resort Private vacation home
Canavida Villas & Resort Private vacation home Ballena

Canavida Villas & Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristine, Corona

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jessica is very friendly, accommodating and very helpful with activities and dining options. Great with communication and service!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hugo Urena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Las villas son hermosas, las vistas impresionantes! Nos encantó. Lo único que quisiera resaltar es que si os quedáis en villa oropendola, tener mucho cuidado si tenéis niños chicos. Para llegar a las villas también es un poco complicado. Es necesario tener vehículo todo terreno. Aparte de eso, todo estuvo genial. Muchas gracias!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this property! This is our second time staying here and highly recommend. The property has amazing views, the rooms/villa are all new and well appointed with all you may need. I recommend a 4x4 as it is up the hill but the drive is well worth it. Communication is always amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giancarlo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house in the middle of the rainforest. 5/5
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amiram

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Spacious Villa with Stunning Sunset Views

Our stay at the villa was excellent. The villa was very spacious with large, comfortable rooms. The kitchen was fully equipped, and the pool was well-maintained and beautifully lit even at night. Communication with the hosts was excellent! One drawback – the villa is located on a slope, which on the one hand offers a stunning view of the sunset and the ocean, but on the other hand can be a bit unsafe for small children. ⸻
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view! It took awhile to get up the hill, but good things come to those who wait. Definitely worth it to have such a greay view of the ocean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalba

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Su piscina infinita con vista a la cola de la ballena y el atardecer la amamos 100/10 Las fotos se quedan cortas a lo hermoso y de buen gusto. Los masajes y tours super recomendados!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing location with stunning views. The property is new, well maintained, clean and has everything to need for your stay. We stayed in the Tucan villa, the pool was perfect and the covered deck was great on warm rainy days. The staff was super friendly and easy to connect with through What’sApp. Uvita beach is a short drive away, lots of good restaurants nearby. We stayed 12 nights and didn’t want to leave! We will definitely come back here if in Costa Rica again.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and the maintenance guy was super nice showing us the property and how to get in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian clay

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for 8 nights in the Caracara house. It had everything we needed and had a great stay! Alberto and all the staff were helpful, friendly and amazing. The views were breath taking. We stayed in June 2025, during the rainy season and were so thankful we rented a 4wheel drive vehicle. We explored a lot and had a blast!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Osiris

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
New place, clean and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sebastien

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Canavida condo. The place was clean, modern, and comfortable. The view is spectacular!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Simply amazing

An INCREDIBLE time at Canavida. The area is stunning. The team that runs the resort is fabulous. We stayed at Casa Oropendola. The view of the Pacific was INCREDIBLE. As was the wildlife. The whale tail beach (and national park) is just down the hill and it's amazing. Playa Hermosa is also great (and has lifeguards). Loved the local waterfalls too (just a short drive away). I suggest renting a 4x4. It will make the drive easier. Lots of options for groceries at the bottom of the hill. We stayed for 6 nights and could have happily stayed even longer. FYI, Uvita is used to tourists so you can get around with little/no Spanish.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prein

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautifully furnished and comfortable condo nestled in a jungle setting overlooking the ocean. Sparkling clean infinity pool, full kitchen, BBQ pit on back patio, excellent service from host and staff. The 5k maintained rock road to get there from main hwy is a bit of a rough drive but well worth it. This was our 5th trip to Costa Rica and we have stayed at many wonderful places- but none as amazing as CanaVida. Only stayed 2 nights- wish we had stayed 2 weeks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is amazing! I have been traveling to Costa Rica since 1990 and I can tell you Canavida is one of the best values ever. From the initial communication and through the entire stay I was impressed. The condo we stayed at was perfect. Clean, well appointed, ocean views right out the back sliding glass doors, etc. I could go on. This is 100% a place I would highly recommend when in the Dominical/Uvita area. Just make sure to get a 4x4 to make access to the property as it is up the hill a little but do not let that discourage you. It is more than worth it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Canavida Villa was amazing! The views were stunning, the space was clean and beautifully designed and the host was incredibly welcoming. We loved every moment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Beautiful setting and wonderful host. She had a wonderful vision and brought it to fruition. The view is unparalleled. Well worth the climb up the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wai Hing

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We drove from Ojochal side and the Google map link took us through the right road side. We eventually did get there. We stayed in Toucan (3 bedroom). The communication was on point. The road is indeed unpaved and it takes us about 15 min. We did have a 4x4 but didn’t really need to use the function only when it rained. We did notice the adjoining bedrooms, we can hear each other’s conversation. We were 2 couples and had to decide which rooms would give us more privacy. The place was real nice and cool. There’s AC in all the bedrooms and living room. The kitchen has most of what you’ll need to cook a meal. We couldn’t get the AC on and it was immediately addressed. We had to play with the shower to get the right temperature. It’s either very hot water or cold. We didn’t get a chance to address this. We’d stay here again. We felt safe and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Canada vida is definitely a great experience, breath taking views, very clean, very friendly staff this property is a must visit. Highly recommended…
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Pure Paradise at Casa Oropéndola – A Dream Getaway

We stayed at Casa Oropéndola at Canavida Resort from March 31st to April 4th, and it was nothing short of magical. The property is absolutely stunning—tucked into the lush hills of Uvita with breathtaking ocean views and surrounded by nature. Waking up to the sound of howler monkeys and tropical birds, then taking a dip in our own private pool while watching the sunrise—unreal. The 2-bedroom home is beautifully designed, with a perfect balance of modern comfort and eco-luxury. Everything was spotless and well-equipped, especially the kitchen, which made it easy to enjoy meals at home. We spent most of our time outside on the patio or in the pool, soaking in the peaceful vibes. The location couldn’t be better. It’s close to the beaches, waterfalls, and the national park, but still feels totally secluded and serene. The drive up is part of the adventure (definitely recommend a 4x4), and the views are 100% worth it. The hosts were fantastic—super responsive and thoughtful, making sure we had everything we needed for a perfect stay. We left feeling relaxed, refreshed, and already planning our return. If you're considering a stay here—do it. You won’t regret it. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved Canavida! If you want the hustle and bustle of a city, this place isn't for you. But if you want to be in the middle of nature with spectacular views, this place is heaven. It is well equipped with everything you need, and is the perfect place to unwind and relax. Just make sure to bring in whatever groceries you need before you start the drive up the long dirt road. The road was fine, but we were glad we had a 4x4 with high clearance. We could have driven without it, but it was easy with it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were able to experience 2 of the properties on our vacation. Both were absolutely beautiful. The
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an excellent property! The family that runs it is dedicated to making sure all guests (including kids) have a great vacation. The property is fairly new, and the owners are always improving it. Behind the condos is a grassy area with a trampoline and badminton—perfect for kids or your inner child. Our six-year-old loved the pool and trampoline. At dawn and dusk, the property comes alive with the wildlife you come to Costa Rica to see. Have your binoculars ready by the pool deck for the show—and don’t miss the sunsets and starry skies. The condos were clean and well-equipped for cooking. The propane grills had everything we needed to grill out. It’s about 5KM/3Mi up the mountain, a 20-minute drive. We visited in March 2025 and used a driver (Caleb—highly recommend) to get up and down. It’s around 10Mil or $20 each way, worth it for the incredible views. I’ve traveled the world and this place will forever stand out. I’m already planning to stay for a month or two in the future. The team was excellent—very communicative and helpful—and even arranged everything with our driver Caleb, who was amazing and always available, including early morning pickups.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ULANA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay - thank you very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025