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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 P3,256
P5,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 4 - Jul 5
Santa Elena Lodge
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (815)
"Amazing property, excellent staff, beautiful location. "
The price is P32,233
P36,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Property grounds

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (461)
"Quiet with friendly staff. Nice beach."
The price is P13,397
P15,138 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
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 P5,971
P6,748 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Hotel & Villas Huetares
Hermosa Paradise
Terrace/patio

Hermosa Paradise

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (81)
"Excelente todo "
Hermosa Paradise
Cabañas Don Ramiro
Restaurant

Cabañas Don Ramiro

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Beautiful little property in the jungle. Clean and well equipped casitas with a delicious restaurant and a gorgeous pool. We stayed here the night before visiting Sensoria and the location and staff were perfect. My only complaint is that we didn’t stay here longer! "
Cabañas Don Ramiro
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (795)
"Great location!"
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, hot springs, Turkish bath

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (648)
"Peaceful tranquil great place to start a vacation."
The price is P10,442
P11,800 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hot springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
"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 P8,150
P9,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
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 P36,789
P46,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
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, (261)
"Wonderful staff and beautifully cared for grounds."
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Beach nearby

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (64)
"Convenient location to enjoy the various beaches west of La Cruz. Friendly staff. "
The price is P1,800
P2,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Hotel Mangaby
Outdoor pool

Hotel Mangaby

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (240)
"We had a great 2 night stay after a longer stay inland. Staff was super friendly and helpful. Well kept clean pool and short walk to a nice calm beach. "
Hotel Mangaby
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun 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
Hotel Colono Beach
Beach nearby

Hotel Colono Beach

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
"Hotel Colono has clean rooms, great beds, and a gorgeous pool area. On top of that, the people are the best - staff are kind and helpful!"
Hotel Colono Beach
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1313)
"Beautiful and clean hotel with lots of great amenities. Nice and attentive staff. Close to airport and very convenient. "
The price is P7,457
P8,426 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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
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, (558)
"I’ve stayed here twice and both times it was a good experience, the pool and the pool chairs are amazing. Good breakfast too."
The Palms At Coco Beach
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
2 restaurants, breakfast served

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

4.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (448)
"Good place."
The price is P26,893
P30,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Hotel del Rio
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Hotel del Rio

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (295)
"The property was clean, walking distance to Walmart and other restaurants, atm and airport is less than 25 mins drive . For a night stay the day before flying the place is perfect . Good internet connection, perfectly working air conditioning.."
The price is P3,311
P3,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Hotel del Rio
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Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hot springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (403)
The price is P8,150
P9,210 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

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Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Exterior

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

3.0 star property
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Learn more about Santa Elena

Check out the local area in Santa Elena—home to attractions like Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Located 21.2 mi (34.1 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort. 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 hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Elena.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Elena?

For more details about updating your trip to Santa Elena or cancelling it, click here.

Where is the best place to stay near Junquillal Beach?

Santa Elena Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Junquillal Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort and Recreo.

What about the best place to stay close to Playa Blanca?

One of the top choices for your stay is Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica - All Inclusive, located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Playa Blanca, and this 4.5-star property offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Recreo and Home away from home! Cozy, clean, and safe hotel minutes from beautiful beach!! are two other good options within the surrounding area.

What's the best accommodation for a beach vacation 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 accommodations with pools in Santa Elena?

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive: Property located near Playa Hermosa. Features 4 restaurants, 2 outdoor pools, and 3 bars. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Elena.

What is staying in Santa Elena like?

Travelers to Santa Elena will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Santa Elena, there are 7 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Santa Elena.

What is there to see in 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 agenda are Playa Cuajiniquil and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Santa Elena guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Elena?

The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are November and December with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of rainfall.