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Top 10 trending Santa Elena hotels

Santa Elena Lodge

2.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16)
"Quaint rooms, authentic Costa Rica vibe, ran by a super nice family, I would recommend to anyone"
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Santa Elena Lodge

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (815)
"Amazing property, excellent staff, beautiful location. "
The price is €554
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (459)
"Quiet with friendly staff. Nice beach."
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

Hotel & Villas Huetares

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (375)
"Great location near the beach, restaurants and supermarket "
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hotel & Villas Huetares

Hermosa Paradise

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (81)
"Excelente todo "
Hermosa Paradise

Cabañas Don Ramiro

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Beautiful little property in the jungle. Clean and well equipped casitas with a delicious restaurant and a gorgeous pool. We stayed here the night before visiting Sensoria and the location and staff were perfect. My only complaint is that we didn’t stay here longer! "
Cabañas Don Ramiro

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (795)
"Great location!"
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (648)
"Peaceful tranquil great place to start a vacation."
The price is €180
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Borinquen Thermal Resort

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
"This resort was beautiful and I felt so at peace staying there. The grounds were immaculate and soaking in the hot springs was the highlight part of my evening. Highly recommend! "
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (399)
"The resort is on a gated peninsula~completely safe. Beautiful property, rooms, views, restaurants, beach amenities, monkeys and wildlife! Friendly staff make this resort a 10 out of 10!! "
The price is €709
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Hotel Villa Del Sol

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (261)
"Wonderful staff and beautifully cared for grounds."
Hotel Villa Del Sol

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (64)
"Convenient location to enjoy the various beaches west of La Cruz. Friendly staff. "
The price is €41
includes taxes & fees
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Hotel Mangaby

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (240)
"Staff, food, location and room was all amazing. We will definitely come back."
Hotel Mangaby

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice hotel, good staffing"
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Hotel Colono Beach

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
"Hotel Colono has clean rooms, great beds, and a gorgeous pool area. On top of that, the people are the best - staff are kind and helpful!"
Hotel Colono Beach

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1313)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with lots of great amenities. Nice and attentive staff. Close to airport and very convenient. "
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Tortuga Verde Glamping

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9)
"beautiful place! staff are friendly! will definitely come back when i visit costa rica again "
Tortuga Verde Glamping

The Palms At Coco Beach

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (558)
"I’ve stayed here twice and both times it was a good experience, the pool and the pool chairs are amazing. Good breakfast too."
The Palms At Coco Beach

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (448)
"Good place."
The price is €463
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

Hotel del Rio

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (295)
"The property was clean, walking distance to Walmart and other restaurants, atm and airport is less than 25 mins drive . For a night stay the day before flying the place is perfect . Good internet connection, perfectly working air conditioning.."
The price is €57
includes taxes & fees
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Hotel del Rio
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Explore attractions like Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach as you discover things to see and do in Santa Elena.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Located 21.2 mi (34.1 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort. 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?

Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Elena is located on the beach, and has a balcony, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with an arcade/games room and 1 hot tub. 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?

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive: Property located near Playa Hermosa. Features 4 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and 3 bars. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort 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 7 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.