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A wooden cabin with large windows, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

1. Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"The lodge was nice with nice restaurant adjacent, good food. Quiet town with few extras but several DYI beach and wildlife viewing opportunities."
United States
Bruce
The price is RM237
RM410 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Santa Elena Lodge
A poolside area with a bar and outdoor seating.

2. JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive

JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
4.5 star property
La Cruz
The price is RM2,691
RM2,691 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
A resort pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

3. Nandel Beach Resort

Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
La Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (227 reviews)
"Excellent customer service the food is amazing clean property and room."
United States
Marshall
The price is RM533
RM602 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Nandel Beach Resort
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a covered seating area.

4. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
3.0 star property
Liberia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,808 reviews)
"Great place to stay, especially when you need to be at the airport early."
Canada
corinne
The price is RM569
RM643 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
A lobby with a reception desk, two lamps, a stone wall, and a television.

5. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
Liberia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,497 reviews)
"Very convenient to airport, clean and well kept with a nice pool area"
Canada
Fram
The price is RM583
RM659 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a swimming pool and outdoor seating area.

6. Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Un lugar sin privacidad. La parte frontal de la habitación es de vidrio( Sucios) lo que expone a los huéspedes a la mirada en todo momento de cualquier persona. Durante nuestra estancia habían trabajadores que acentúaban aún más este problema. Además, mantenían música y conversaciones a alto volumen. Parquear es todo un reto, especialmente con un coche grande y con otros coches en el parqueo. Para salir de la propiedad hay que bajar del coche y digitar un código, lo cual me parece una...
United States
Oscar
The price is RM756
RM936 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari
A clear blue pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a thatched-roof structure.

7. Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (732 reviews)
"very clean hotel and great staff"
Canada
Raaya
The price is RM694
RM784 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Borinquen Thermal Resort
A multi-level building with balconies, large pillars, and indoor seating areas.

8. Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (967 reviews)
"Wonderful stay at Bosque del Mar — friendly, helpful staff, beautiful well-kept grounds. We'd happily come back."
United States
Christopher
The price is RM919
RM1,038 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf.

9. Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (78 reviews)
"Everything was great, especially the staff, and all the conveniences."
United States
carl
The price is RM143
RM208 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
A nighttime swimming pool with illuminated edges and a small waterfall feature.

10. Best Western El Sitio Hotel

Best Western El Sitio Hotel
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Wheelchair accessible"
Canada
Shari
The price is RM474
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western El Sitio Hotel
A infinity pool with a thatched roof structure, a view of the ocean, and a rocky shoreline.

11. Condovac la Costa

Condovac la Costa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
6.4 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"If you're looking for a cozy private area this is the place to come. The food could be better, but the drinks are amazing!"
United States
Shakia
The price is RM642
RM725 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Condovac la Costa
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

12. Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
4.0 star property
Curubandé
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (908 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Chad
The price is RM572
RM647 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
A pool area with a slide, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue pool.

13. Hotel Boyeros

Hotel Boyeros
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and friendly staff"
United States
Brian
The price is RM432
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Boyeros
A woman in a floral dress standing on a wooden bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

14. Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
Canas Dulces
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (528 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Amazing Views. So many activities and hikes close by. Especially loved the HotSprings. If you go early, you’ll enjoy them just for yourself."
United States
Nadine
The price is RM372
RM420 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone wall.

15. Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
4.5 star property
Nacascolo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (472 reviews)
"Had an amazing stay wish we could of been there longer the staff was very kind and helpful the hotel is clean and very beautiful."
United States
Rachael
The price is RM2,347
RM3,009 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a reflection pool, and a view of hotel buildings with balconies.

16. Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
4.5 star property
Nacascolo
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and friendly environment. Loved my stay there!"
United States
Brittney
The price is RM1,819
RM1,819 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and boats in the water.

17. Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.5 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
"This is definitely more of a three-star Resort"
United States
jamie
The price is RM2,525
RM2,525 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
A large, oval-shaped swimming pool with a central island and a surrounding deck. There are lounge chairs and umbrellas around the pool.

18. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay. The beach was amazing and the views were as well! Pools were great and service was excellent. Special thank you to Manager Enrique."
United States
Bob
The price is RM1,169
RM1,321 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
A cozy lounge area with plush seating, a wooden table, and various potted plants.

19. Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Charming little hotel at the most beautiful viewpoint in all of Guanacaste. Excellent food and nice and quiet."
Canada
Susan
The price is RM326
RM368 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Hotel Punta Descartes
A swimming pool with a water fountain, surrounded by palm trees and outdoor seating.

20. The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (754 reviews)
"Spacious rooms, excellent location 1 block from the beach and shops. Very nice pool area and restaurant."
Canada
Michael Delacy
The price is RM180
RM204 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
The Palms At Coco Beach
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño

10/10 Excellent
"Very cute and cozy hotel, 5 minutes walk to playa hermosa so it was perfect. AND 1 hour drive to Playa Conchal, a MUST go see it’s BEAUTIFUL. The free breakfast was amazing, only 5 options (but it includes a lot of food) but very delicious. All the staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again for a very relax stay and quick drive to airport"
Kricia 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Villa del Sueño

More cheap stays in Santa Elena

Hotel Guanacaste

Hotel Guanacaste

Avenida 1 y 3, Calle 12 Liberia Guanacaste
The price is RM158 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
RM158
RM179 total
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
7/10 Good! (283 reviews)

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 Condovac la Costa and CC Beach Front Papagayo 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 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's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Santa Elena?
Buddha Retreat Hotel is a top beachfront hotel with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located close to Playa Cuajiniquil . See more stays near the beach in Santa Elena.
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. Condovac la Costa 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 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?
Favourite places to visit include Santa Rosa National Park, Sector Murciélago and Playa Cuajiniquil. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Coronado Beach 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.