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Top 10 trending Santa Elena hotels

Santa Elena Lodge
Living area

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 RM244
RM444 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Santa Elena Lodge
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (801)
"Beautiful hotel and amenities! Very clean and well keeps, staff is very attentive and friendly. The food at the restaurants was also very good. "
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Hotel Boyeros
Outdoor pool

Hotel Boyeros

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Welcoming staff, very comfortable nicely, decorated room, beautiful gardens, great location."
The price is RM381
RM430 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hotel Boyeros
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (946)
"Excellent place to stay. "
The price is RM489
RM553 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, steam room

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (651)
"Big, clean rooms. Excellent breakfast and dinner menu. Friendly staff. It is a 2 minute walk up beach, this beach is quite rustic and a few more minutes to walk to more sandy beach. My only con was the outdoor grounds could have used a power wash and the pool sitting area was dirty and slimy. "
The price is RM822
RM928 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Hot springs

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (414)
"Beautiful place located in the middle of beautiful nature, clean, comfortable rooms and the hot springs are a wonderful place."
The price is RM477
RM540 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Aerial view

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (523)
"Great food and staff "
The price is RM1,689
RM1,689 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1317)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with lots of great amenities. Nice and attentive staff. Close to airport and very convenient. "
The price is RM527
RM595 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
View from room

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (400)
"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 RM2,208
RM2,794 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Nice hotel, good staffing"
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Villas Sol Beach Resort
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Sol Beach Resort

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (737)
"The staff at this property is absolutely the best."
The price is RM761
RM860 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Villas Sol Beach Resort
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

5.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (230)
"Very expensive but worth it "
The price is RM4,267
RM5,400 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Hotel Villa del Sueño
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Villa del Sueño

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (369)
"The room was very private staff very friendly "
The price is RM396
RM447 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Hotel Villa Del Sol
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, free WiFi

Hotel Villa Del Sol

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (263)
"Wonderful staff and beautifully cared for grounds."
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Property grounds

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (462)
"Had a wonderful stay. If you are looking for any recommendations talk with Daniela she is wonderful and very helpful. Jeylor was very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. "
The price is RM1,332
RM1,506 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jul - 19 Jul
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Outdoor pool

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was great for how close you are to the airport! "
The price is RM444
RM502 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (819)
"This boutique hotel is so nice. Our Opium room was so beautiful and spacious. Just steps away from the beach. The staff is incredibly friendly. Highly recommand this hotel."
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Hotel del Rio
Living area

Hotel del Rio

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (298)
"Check-in was easy, a/c was great, and the restaurant made a special meal for me, they were wonderful. "
The price is RM248
RM281 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel del Rio
Hotel Punta Descartes
Land view from property

Hotel Punta Descartes

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (19)
"Excelente Service and Good Food,"
Hotel Punta Descartes
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Front of property

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (245)
"Friendly staff, perfect for what we needed."
The price is RM244
RM276 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
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Frequently asked questions

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

Located 21.1 mi (34 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, CC Beach Front Papagayo 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 Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive. 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 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?

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive: Hotel located near Playa Hermosa. Features 2 outdoor swimming pools, a children's pool and 2 pool bars. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive 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.