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Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"What a slice of paradise! Rooms, staff, hotel facilities were fantastic and run by a Costa Rican familyas described and pictured. Excellent if you’d like an out-of-the-way place from the crowds, this area is absolutely perfect."
Canada
Robert
The price is P3,397
P6,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Santa Elena Lodge

Hotel Guanacaste

Hotel Guanacaste
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (256 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and basic. Perfect location for catching the bus. "
Canada
Melissa
Hotel Guanacaste

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
5.0 star property
Nacascolo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (247 reviews)
"Lovely! We’re staying at Exclusive Resorts for the rest of the week, but we couldn’t have asked for a better quick stay here at Four Seasons. Staff has been incredibly friendly and attentive. Grounds are beautiful. The entire Papagayo Peninsula is beautiful. "
United States
Alicia
The price is P112,825
P142,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
5.0 star property
Sardinal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The hotel, territory, and the room was simply fantastic. The beach is well kept and amazing. The restaurants on site offered very tasty healthy quality food. Staff was superbly attentive and each time we came to eat remembered our names. Very personal service and complimentary beers in the room every day. Would definetly go again!"
United States
Yulia
The price is P60,425
P76,474 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (194 reviews)
"It was a clean comfortable room. Staff were great and very accommodating The food was excellent and the best iced coffee ever. Perfect stop to the airport "
United States
John
The price is P3,664
P4,140 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Karao - Guancaste Airport

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

La Anita Rainforest Ranch
3.0 star property
Guayabo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Place was fabulous clean food is amazing the chocolate tour was more than we expected "
United States
Heather
The price is P6,438
P7,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
La Anita Rainforest Ranch

Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
5.0 star property
Nacascolo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The views are spectacular! Everything green around you, with the ocean just in front of you. "
United States
Francesca
The price is P120,734
P146,449 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (703 reviews)
"Beautiful stay and great staff "
Canada
Nicholas
The price is P12,213
P13,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Borinquen Thermal Resort

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
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Food, drinks, pool, excursions were excellent."
United States
Jennifer
The price is P29,032
P29,032 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (72 reviews)
"Everything was great, especially the staff, and all the conveniences."
United States
carl
The price is P2,466
P3,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Elena like for travelers who love the beach?
Find a great place to stay in Santa Elena, which has a lot to offer the traveler looking to book a beach vacation.
What's the best hotel for a beach vacation 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.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Elena?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of year-round temperatures 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.
What is there to see and do around Santa Elena?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Playa Copal or Playa Coco for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Maritza Biological Station or Sector Murciélago.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Elena?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Elena more easily: If you're looking to fly to Santa Elena, the closest major airport is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), located 23 mi (37 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.