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Santa Elena Lodge
Living area

Santa Elena Lodge

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The room was clean and comfortable, it had all the items we needed. The location was great to explore various beaches around the area (we visited 8 or 9 but there are over 40!). Food was really good and service was incredible. Don Manuel and his family are great hosts."
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Santa Elena Lodge
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Front of property

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (97)
"The owners and staff were very accommodating and helpful. They have an excellent tour about their cacao production. The property is beautiful and well maintained. Pablo and Ana have a fantastic setup "
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
Exterior

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"This place is a hidden gem! The rustic cabins are well maintained and clean. A short walk from the cabin and you arrive at the restaurant where the food is amazing and reasonably priced. The hosts were so nice and helpful, making suggestions for our hikes and other options for dinner (although we ate on site 4 times it was so good). Our kids miss Lucky and Domino and wanted to take the puppies home :-) I would definitely recommend!"
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hot springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (382)
"Everything from beginning to end was amazing!! Everything was short walking distance and the staff were all incredible, highly recommended. James Brock"
The price is €200
includes taxes & fees
28 Jan - 29 Jan
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hotel Rincon de la Vieja Lodge
Property grounds

Hotel Rincon de la Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (107)
"Beautiful grounds, wonderful staff"
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb
Hotel Rincon de la Vieja Lodge
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (751)
"Hotel Guachipelin is an incredible place. The hotel grounds are absolutely beautiful and so well taken care of. The views from the hotel were amazing. We enjoyed hiking the grounds to see the waterfall that is on the property. We also enjoyed our guided hike of Las Pailas which we booked through the hotel. The staff was so professional, organized, and kind. We wished we had spent more time here. "
The price is €258
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool loungers, lifeguards on site

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (374)
"The view is incredible and the food is delicious."
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, steam room

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (599)
"Beautiful grounds and accommodations. You can walk to the pool or the thermal pools or ask for a ride. Food is inconsistent with breakfast good, lunch excellent and dinner a disappointment. You are at least an hour on a bumpy dirt road from anything so it is not like you can eat elsewhere. Service is great except for breakfast where they are understaffed. I wish they had a trail map with signs and enabled you to explore on your own. Instead they want you to sign up for guided excursion for...
The price is €200
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Hotel El Cerro
Property grounds

Hotel El Cerro

3.0 star property
2.0 out of 10, (1)
"Flights were cancelled so booked three rooms at this hotel, only to find out there was no room at all. Now the hotel refuse to refund and Expedia refused to help. Total Scam!"
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Hotel El Cerro
Puente Real Hostel
Exterior

Puente Real Hostel

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1)
"Very friendly staff and very helpful. "
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Puente Real Hostel
Hotel Primavera
Reception

Hotel Primavera

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (189)
"Super central, clean and perfect for the price point."
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Hotel Primavera
Hotel Boyeros
Outdoor pool

Hotel Boyeros

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (924)
"A very peaceful place to stay near the Liberia airport for a good price. The air conditioning worked very well and the front staff even adjusted check out for us to check out early and organized a taxi to be waiting for us as we left. We also felt very safe inside the hotel and the dinner was very well priced with extremely large portions."
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hotel Boyeros
Hotel Guanacaste
Exterior

Hotel Guanacaste

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (240)
"Great place"
The price is €34
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan
Hotel Guanacaste
Hotel Del Aserradero
Exterior

Hotel Del Aserradero

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (18)
"It was a nice and comfortable overnight stay. We booked it to be central and close to the bus station to go to Nicaragua. Thus worked well. The garden space is well kept and nice to sit out looking at. "
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Hotel Del Aserradero
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Outdoor pool

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Great stay. Lovely staff"
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Hotel del Rio
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Hotel del Rio

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (258)
"Convenient, clean, safe, affordable. This Hotel is in a short drive to the Liberia Airport. "
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
5 Feb - 6 Feb
Hotel del Rio
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Exterior

Canon de La Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (231)
"We enjoyed our stay! It was comfortable, rustic and basic needs were met. Nothing fancy. Restaurant was yummy. Free breakfast was good typical Costa Rican food. Many activities available. Spa service, mud baths, horseback riding, rock climbing all available. Nice poolside bar."
The price is €174
includes taxes & fees
30 Jan - 31 Jan
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Front of property

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (223)
"Conveniently located close to the airport. Close to the main road. Quiet at night. Comfortable, basic room."
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
14 Feb - 15 Feb
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool loungers

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

3.0 star property
The price is €326
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1242)
"A good hotel and very friendly staff. First night we had dinner food was mediocre second night we had dinner food was excellent..."
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Elena?

Located 23.5 mi (37.8 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort and Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport . See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Elena.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Elena has to offer?

BEACHFRONT VILLA - FORMER BACARDI FAMILY COMPOUND! Lg FAMILY/WEDDING/EVENT VENUE: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Elena is located on the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, an arcade/games room and 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday. See all vacation rentals in Santa Elena.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Elena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Elena.

What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Santa Elena?

Beautiful 5-bedroom lodge in Cuajiniquil with WiFi and Spa facial & body is a top dog-friendly lodge and offers in-room microwaves for its human guests. Delightful lodge with WiFi in Cuajiniquil is another good choice for you and your pet. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Elena.

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Santa Elena?

Santa Elena Lodge is a top beach lodge offering free breakfast and free WiFi, located within a short 10-minute walk of Playa Cuajiniquil .

What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Elena?

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort and Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Elena.

What is staying in Santa Elena like?

Travellers to Santa Elena will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Santa Elena, there are 10 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Elena.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Elena?

The picturesque setting of Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Playa Cuajiniquil and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Elena guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Santa Elena?

The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are November and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 375 mm of rainfall.