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Calm Protected Waters, Nature Always Close at Hand
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The quiet beach at Punta Uva is known for its calm reef protected water and white sand. This is a great place to bring the kids to swim. It is 8.5 km (about 5 miles) from downtown Puerto Viejo so appeals to those looking for a quieter spot to spend their vacation. Most of the area is located within the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge so nature viewing opportunities are abundant with monkies, sloths and many types of birds common sights.
The area does have a big variety of hotels and vacation homes, mostly from the midrange up to luxury options. There is a supermarket and a good selection of restaurants. For supplies beyond groceries you'll need to head into Puerto Viejo. Transport options between Punta Uva and Puerto Viejo include the local bus (running hourly or less during daylight hours), bicycle (most hotels rent bicycles), taxi and car. Check the local transport page for more details.
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Hotels
Awa Beach Boutique Hotel
Hotel at Punta Uva on the beach. Adults-only accommodation with a bar, a garden and a terrace. Rooms with A/C, sea or garden view. They also rent self catering bungalows next door at the property which used to be called Punta Uva Cabinas. 
+506 2759 9180
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Average room rate: $250
Average rating: 95 Exceptional
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La Ceiba Nature Reserve
42 Ha (104 acre) tropical rainforest reserve within the Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge associated with the Jaguar Rescue Center. The purpose of the reserve is conservation to prevent these forests from disappearing with all the biological wealth they contain and to provide a place for the reintroduction of animals rehabilitated at the JRC. No longer offers tours but does offer overnight accommodation at La Ceiba House and Ilan Ilan House. +506 2750 0710 View on booking.com Average room rate: $100 Average rating: 99 Exceptional View on map
Pachamama Jungle River Lodge
In a jungle setting alongside Rio Ernesto, 250 meters from Punta Uva Beach. Accommodation options are 3 comfortable villas (for 2 up to 6 people) and 2 bungalows (up 3 people). All the accommodations are with ceiling fan, mosquito net, hot water, fully equipped kitchen, safe and private terrace with hammocks and adirondacks. Wifi, bicycles, parking. +506 2759 9196 View on booking.com Average room rate: $110 Average rating: 89 Excellent View on map
Vacation Rentals
Dragonfly Beach Retreat 
dragonflybeachcr.com
Property with 5 houses each with 1 or 2 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, porch and living room. Set in tropical gardens just steps to the beach. Adults only property with a pool and yoga studio. ES +506 6128 7818, EN +1 647 920-8454 View on booking.com Average room rate: $220 Average rating: 96 Exceptional View on map
Big Tree Wildlife Refuge
Nine acre property with two luxurious vacation rental home on the edge of the virgin rainforest where guests are immersed in an intense experience of wildlife and energy all in the comforts of tropical accommodations. Villa Macaw is a 3 bedroom/3.5 bath oceanview villa which sleeps up to 10. Villa Toucan is a 2 bedroom/2 bathroom oceanview villa which sleeps up to four. +506 8879-9191 View on booking.com Average room rate: $125 Average rating: 92 Excellent View on map
Bungalows Punta Uva
Two and three bedroom luxury vacation rentals set around a pool and club house. Each villa with equipped kitchen, living room, A/C in bedrooms, TV, laundry. Restaurant and Tiki Bar on the property. +506 4000 0831 View on booking.com Average room rate: $400 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Casa de la Musa
This newly-renovated Caribbean house right on the beach in Punta Uva has private beach access. The house has 2 bedrooms with air conditioning, 2 full bathrooms, kitchen with new appliances, hot water, screened-in breezy deck overlooking the ocean, beautiful gardens, wi-fi, and numerous other amenities. Sleeps up to 4 people. +1 719 487 5558 Average room rate: $150 Average rating: 98 Exceptional View on map
Casa Matix
Caribbean style 3 bedroom house on a private beachfront estate. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Caribbean home on raised stilts with an open kitchen and 2 spacious terraces, steps from the beach. House for 6 people.
View on VRBO Average room rate: $175 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
Casa Tres Monos
Three Monkeys House is a 3 bedroom house located in a lush jungle garden setting near Punta Uva. Wildlife viewing opportunities abound right from your deck! For nature lovers only. USA +1 707-986-7880 View on VRBO Average room rate: $125 Average rating: 90 Excellent View on map
Casa Viva
Beachfront property located in the heart of the Gandoca-Manzanillo Wildlife Refuge with 600 ft. frontage on Punta Uva beach with palms, golden sand and safe swimming. 10 acres landscaped with a botanical garden. A variety of accommodation options including 2 bedroom bungalows with kitchens, suites with kitchen, queen bedroom and single bed in living room and studios with queen and single bed. +506 2750 0089, +506 8578 6544 View on booking.com Average room rate: $175 Average rating: 93 Excellent View on map
Ginger and Cacao
Three vacation rental homes: Villa Ginger, Villa Cacao and The White Cottage. Each house in the property has its own space and privacy each with fully equipped kitchen, WiFi and TV/cable. Villa Cacao has 1 bedroom, 2 baths; has ocean and jungle views from all rooms and sleeps up to four. Villa Ginger is nested in the jungle, has two bedrooms with queen size beds and one full bathroom. The White Cottage is next to the pool and has ocean views from large verandas. All houses share the pool area. The whole property can be rented for groups of up to 10. View on VRBO Average room rate: $120 Average rating: 98 Exceptional View on map
Olguita's Place
2 storey vacation rental home with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen. Quiet location right off the beach. +506 8301 4989 View on VRBO Average room rate: $85 Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Our Beachfront Bungalow
Three bedroom two bathroom vacation home on the beach at Punta Uva. Fully equipped kitchen, terrace. View on booking.com Average room rate: $700 Average rating: 90 Excellent View on map
Los Proyectos Moderno
A fully equipped modern villa nestled in lush jungle 15 mins from Punta Uva Beach. Perched on a secluded 2-acre lot and surrounded by infinite pristine nature, LPM is a pool getaway of palm trees and endless Instagrams tucked away in the Gandoca Manzanillo wildlife reserve. There are two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, terrace, kitchen and more. Average room rate: $100 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
Villas Coralina
Just a few steps away from the Punta Uva beach, this property has three units: a 1 br/1 ba studio and two side-by-side houses each with 2 br/1 ba. Each unit has a equipped kitchen, wifi and A/C. View on booking.com Average room rate: $130 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
Villas Itaita
Rooms and two bedroom/1 bath vacation rental homes. Surrounded by beautiful lotus flowers and other native Caribbean species, you would see wildlife, such as watusas, toucans, sloths, monkeys y macaws. +506 6455 2363 Average room rate: $115 Average rating: 89 Excellent View on map
Wabi Sabi
Vacation rental apartments each with one bedroom with a comfortable bed with AC, one bathroom and black out curtains. Living room with sofa bed & smart TV. Starlink Wifi. Fully stocked kitchen. Terrace with hammocks. Steps from Arrecife beach. +506 6332 2140 Average room rate: $225 View on map
Restaurants
Arrecife Hotel y Restaurante
Restaurant & bar right off Punta Uva beach. They also rent cabinas. Restaurant specializes in local Afro-Caribbean dishes and Mediterranean food. +506 2759 9200 View on booking.com Average rating: 76 Good View on map
Eden Beach Punta Uva
Beach bar & restaurant located just steps from the water’s edge at Bungalows Punta Uva. Open daily from 8 AM to nightfall for breakfast, brunch, lunch, tea time and snacks. Large and bright ranchito bar and bamboo beds with shade on the sandy beach. The also offer lockers for rent while you visit Punta Uva and rent a casita nearby. +506 6152 4793, 8409 3894 Average rating: 86 Very Good View on map
El Refugio Grill
Small and intimate Argentinian restaurant. For dinner there is a simple menu that changes daily usually with steak, seafood and pasta. At lunch it is called Burger Stop with quicker, simpler fare. +506 2759 9007 Average rating: 92 Excellent View on map
Selvin's Restaurant and Cabinas
Restaurant serving fresh local food and basic cabanas. Average rating: 88 Excellent View on map
Supermarkets and Other Groceries
Super Punta Uva
Local store for the area. Serves locals and tourists. Groceries, beer, wine, fruits and veggies, meat, souvenirs. Average rating: 84 Very Good View on map
Tours and Activities
Green Water SUP Tours
Tour company combining the popular sport of stand-up paddle boarding while exploring the Southern Caribbean and its natural beauty. They offer paddle boarding tours and lessons on the Caribbean Sea and nearby rivers. Lessons, tours down the river or surfing fun point breaks. Located in the same building as Punta Uva Dive Center. +506 8844 4432, 2759 9191 Average rating: 96 Exceptional View on map
Punta Uva Dive Center
Scuba diving tours, PADI courses and equipment. Open seasonally as reef conditions allow. Located in same office as Green Water SUP Tours. There's also a small cafe for drinks and food. +506 8844-4432 Average rating: 84 Very Good View on map
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