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
If you are lucky enough to be at the central pacific coast of Costa Rica, don't forget to visit the Nauyaca Waterfalls. Not only the waterfalls are beautiful, as you can see, but the road to access them is quite a ride!
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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
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 SAR 684 per night from Apr 11 to Apr 12
SAR 684
SAR 773 total
11 Apr - 12 Apr
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! (1,001 reviews)
We arrived late and got a warm welcome from the night staff. Our room, was downstairs, at the end of the building, huge, and spotlessly clean. The bathroom was a good size and split up from the bedroom by a handy dressing area. We had a balcony, our view was small, with some garden, the jungle and ...

Reviewed on 24 March 2026

Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio
Parador Nature Resort and Spa

Parador Nature Resort and Spa

5 out of 5
Quepos to Manuel Antonio Road Quepos Puntarenas
The price is SAR 1,182 per night from Apr 25 to Apr 26
SAR 1,182
SAR 1,392 total
25 Apr - 26 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
Pool was stunning and hospitality was superb.

Reviewed on 26 March 2026

Parador Nature Resort and Spa
La Mariposa Hotel

La Mariposa Hotel

3.5 out of 5
100 meters southeast of Plaza Vista Quepos Puntarenas
The price is SAR 1,163 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
SAR 1,163
SAR 1,314 total
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful location! The servers at the restaurant during breakfast are great! The restaurant alone wins heart as is insane view of the ocean and sunset

Reviewed on 23 March 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.
Villa Los Aires, A unique 5BR Jungle Palacio  with Toucans and Waterfalls

Villa Los Aires, A unique 5BR Jungle Palacio with Toucans and Waterfalls

Barú San José Province
Stay at this villa in Barú. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Parque Reptilandia and Nauyaca Waterfalls are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (140 reviews)
A truly life changing experience at Villa Los Aires. The villa exceeded every expectation. It is beautiful, spacious, peaceful, and the views were unreal. My entire group was amazed the moment we arrived, and it felt like stepping into our own private world.The staff made this trip unforgettable. ...

Reviewed on 22 November 2025

Villa Los Aires, A unique 5BR Jungle Palacio with Toucans and Waterfalls
Canavida Villas & Resort

Canavida Villas & Resort

3.5 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! (80 reviews)
What a Great Ocean View from the private Pool of the House!! I also stayed in one of their apartments, their pool as well have a spectacular vie to the Pacific Ocean and breathtaking sunsets. The hosts and their team are very helpful and friendly. And the best: our dogs were welcome and enjoyed their ...

Reviewed on 13 March 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 WiFi, free parking, and a beach shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Manuel Antonio Beach and Cascada El Salto ...
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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