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Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
"Quaint rooms, authentic Costa Rica vibe, ran by a super nice family, I would recommend to anyone"
United States
Yumi
The price is RM239
RM432 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Santa Elena Lodge

Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (675)
"Excellent food and services. Amazing spa experience! I would definitely come back!"
United States
Dovie P
The price is RM968
RM1,094 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Borinquen Thermal Resort

Hotel Pura Vista

Hotel Pura Vista
3.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (100)
"The view is fantastic! Mark was a great host & the resident cat, Cosmo, was great company also! Very nice boutique hotel with very comfortable rooms. Short walk to the beach. "
United States
Janice
The price is RM926
RM1,046 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Hotel Pura Vista

Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (87)
"In short, it's a place best suited for family retreat "
United States
Jeff
The price is RM1,299
RM1,880 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
5.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"It was very private. Clean. Pool was great. Employees were great. Food was good. Room was nice"
United States
MICHAEL S
The price is RM4,396
RM5,564 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
Canas Dulces
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (437)
"The restaurant that was open had a great view. Roy, Arturo, and Victor provided great service. The property was very well kept and the offerings were wonderful."
United States
craig
The price is RM425
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.5 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (552)
"The staff and entertainment group always smiling and very friendly just wish you’d keep a eye on your chairs at the pool some people reserving them for hours at a time leaving to do excursions not cool but otherwise amazing "
United States
Joshua
The price is RM6,445
RM6,445 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Bolimar Collection at Playa Hermosa

Bolimar Collection at Playa Hermosa
4.0 star property
Playa Hermosa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Cerca barato y cómodo "
Mexico
Margaret
The price is RM341
RM386 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Bolimar Collection at Playa Hermosa

Toro Blanco Resort

Toro Blanco Resort
2.5 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (129)
"A great spot very close to the ocean! Wonderful staff! "
United States
Keith
Toro Blanco Resort

Anona Guesthouse

Anona Guesthouse
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Excellent , highly recommend, clean , safe "
United States
Richard
Anona Guesthouse

Tortuga Verde Glamping

Tortuga Verde Glamping
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"Glamping at this location was such an amazing experience. "
Canada
Marian
Tortuga Verde Glamping

T Loft

T Loft
4.5 star property
Playa Hermosa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"I loved this stay because its kept clean, modern and Manuel's attention made me want to book again. "
United States
Nancy
The price is RM610
RM874 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
T Loft

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (465)
"Breakfast is not free, but very delicious! Awesome place to stay in the area! "
United States
Maggie
The price is RM2,209
RM2,635 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

Hotel Colono Beach

Hotel Colono Beach
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (405)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Kyle
Hotel Colono Beach

Hotel & Villas Huetares

Hotel & Villas Huetares
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (388)
"Beautiful location - spacious."
United States
ILSIE
The price is RM473
RM535 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hotel & Villas Huetares

Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (22)
"Excelente Service and Good Food,"
United States
Elsworth
Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (259)
"This was our second visit to this property. The small suites are absolutely perfect. The breakfast, and restaurant i general is good, though the dinner and lunch options are better. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. The location is perfect, steps to the beachand close to restaurants. Highly recommend!"
Canada
Colin
Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (861)
"Everything was top notch. Great place. "
United States
Christopher
The price is RM1,413
RM1,597 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"Place was very clean and staff very nice. "
United States
fabian
Hotel Ocotal B&B

Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel

Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (135)
"The staff was very welcoming and helpful. They made us feel like we were right at home. I would recommend renting a car at the airport so you are able to explore the town, hit the local shops and enjoy the various restaurants. "
United States
Adriana G
Café de Playa Beach Front Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best place to stay in Santa Elena?
Based on our traveller data, Hacienda Casa del Viento is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Santa Elena Lodge is another good choice for your stay. See all available top hotels, or 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?
Hacienda Casa del Viento is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Elena.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Elena?
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport: Provides a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, 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 6 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 Sector Murciélago and Playa Cuajiniquil. 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.

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