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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
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
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
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, (1003)
"Nice hotel, good staffing"
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
The Palms At Coco Beach
Beach nearby, black sand

The Palms At Coco Beach

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (563)
"This is my second time to stay at this hotel. It is a great location. The staff is friendly, the food is good and the swimming pool is amazing."
The Palms At Coco Beach
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
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (800)
"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
Tortuga Verde Glamping
Outdoor pool

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
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
Hotel Colono Beach
Beach nearby

Hotel Colono Beach

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (404)
"Very close to the action short walk to the beach wonderful location I would highly recommend this property for your stay in Costa Rica"
Hotel Colono Beach
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Beach nearby

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (65)
"I got the bungalow with AC it was good. The bed was comfy and the beach view it’s great "
The price is RM135
RM201 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
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
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Exterior

Canon de La Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (237)
"Beautiful grounds, Clean,comfortable beds, great food, friendly service. Swimming pool, hot spring pools, and river swimming area were great amenities. We would stay here again and recommend to all. "
The price is RM679
RM768 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Exterior

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 RM474
RM536 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Linda Casita - Breakfast Included
Terrace/patio

Linda Casita - Breakfast Included

2.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Muy buena atención excelente el local"
The price is RM84
RM95 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Linda Casita - Breakfast Included
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hot springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (404)
"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 RM645
RM729 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
2 restaurants, breakfast served

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (450)
"The staff are wonderful. Rooms clean and unique with hammocks on the "porch". Wonderful pools! We loved our stay. "
The price is RM1,440
RM2,404 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
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
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
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
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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.