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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 S$129
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Santa Elena Lodge
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Front of property

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (101)
"The owners and staff were very accommodating and helpful. They have an excellent tour about their cacao production. The property is beautiful and well maintained. Pablo and Ana have a fantastic setup "
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
Exterior

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (70)
"What a beautiful place and the owners and staff is so kind and makes you feel so welcome. The cabins are very nice, food is delicious and the setting is absolutely gorgeous. I wish my time here could have been longer as there is so much more to explore. I hope to bring my kids here soon."
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
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 S$221
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja
1 bedroom, desk, laptop workspace

0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja

3.0 star property
The price is S$149
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (808)
"Perfect with kids and close to Ricon de la Vieja park"
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
25 Jul - 26 Jul
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
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, (417)
"Beautiful place located in the middle of beautiful nature, clean, comfortable rooms and the hot springs are a wonderful place."
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
4 Aug - 5 Aug
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
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 S$229
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Hotel El Cerro
Property grounds

Hotel El Cerro

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9)
" great place and Luis is a great guy thank you"
The price is S$129
includes taxes & fees
24 Jul - 25 Jul
Hotel El Cerro
Hotel Primavera
Free self-parking

Hotel Primavera

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (218)
"Not bad for the price"
Hotel Primavera
Hotel Boyeros
Outdoor pool

Hotel Boyeros

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Welcoming staff, very comfortable nicely, decorated room, beautiful gardens, great location."
The price is S$130
includes taxes & fees
11 Aug - 12 Aug
Hotel Boyeros
Hotel Guanacaste
Exterior

Hotel Guanacaste

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (251)
"I've stayed at the Hotel Guanacaste for 15 years - the only times i have not is when they haven't had a room available- it's my preferred local. It's not a fancy place, but it suits my needs. It is very close to the bus stations and dining choices "
Hotel Guanacaste
Hotel Del Aserradero
Exterior

Hotel Del Aserradero

2.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (33)
"Staff were friendly and helpful."
Hotel Del Aserradero
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Outdoor pool

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

3.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was great for how close you are to the airport! "
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Hotel del Rio
Front of property

Hotel del Rio

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (299)
"Check-in was easy, a/c was great, and the restaurant made a special meal for me, they were wonderful. "
The price is S$85
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 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 S$232
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
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 S$84
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Exterior

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

3.0 star property
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1328)
"It was a great property with shopping and eateries close by"
The price is S$175
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (958)
"Excellent place to stay. "
The price is S$167
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Safe. Clean. Nice staff. "
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Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

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?

Favourite places to visit include Santa Rosa National Park, Playa Cuajiniquil and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Playa Guaria and Junquillal Beach. 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.