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Pensión Santa Elena

2.0 star property
Hostal in Monteverde with a restaurant

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Consider a stay at Pensión Santa Elena and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is P2,615
P4,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 17 - Oct 18

Room options

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
Pet friendly
Wardrobe or closet
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Daily housekeeping
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Petite Suite - Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Pet friendly
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Monteverde, Pensión Santa Elena is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and Arenal Volcano National Park. Monteverde Orchid Garden and Monteverde Butterfly Gardens are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails, ziplining, and ecotours.
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Map
Santa Elena, Monteverde, Monteverde, 5655

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Pensión Santa Elena

Hostal near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
At Pensión Santa Elena, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and concierge services
  • Free newspapers and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Pensión Santa Elena have amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and soap

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Pensión Santa Elena Hostel Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal
Pensión ta ena Montever
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal
Pensión Santa Elena Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is Pensión Santa Elena pet-friendly?

Yes, this hostal allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Pensión Santa Elena?

As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pensión Santa Elena on Oct 17, 2025 start from P 2,615.25, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Pensión Santa Elena?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Pensión Santa Elena?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pensión Santa Elena?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pensión Santa Elena located?

Situated in the mountains, this hostal is steps from Jardín de Orquídeas and Monteverde Orchid Garden. Mundo de los Insectos and Ficus La Raiz are also within 10 minutes.

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