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Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
The price is P3,593
P6,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Santa Elena Lodge
Beach nearby, windsurfing

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (75 reviews)
The price is P2,347
P3,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Property grounds

Hotel Flor de Itabo

Hotel Flor de Itabo
2.5 star property
Sardinal
4.6 out of 10, (90 reviews)
The price is P2,325
P2,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 17 - Jul 18
Hotel Flor de Itabo
Breakfast, lunch and brunch served

Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (217 reviews)
The price is P4,041
P4,566 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
Karao - Guancaste Airport
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Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (125 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to Coco Beach with an 8-minute stroll to black sand shores, refreshing outdoor pool, and daily local cuisine breakfast.
The price is P4,498
P5,083 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Hotel Ocotal B&B
On the beach, white sand, snorkeling, beach bar

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
5.0 star property
Sardinal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (19 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to a nature reserve beachfront paradise where white sands meet adventure, with snorkeling, kayaking, and a beach bar.
The price is P52,279
P66,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 18 - Jul 19
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
On the beach, beach bar

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
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,011 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwind on pristine black sand shores with private beach club access and daily shuttle service from this tropical paradise
The price is P22,874
P22,874 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Private beach, free beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach towels

Nandel Beach Resort

Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
La Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (216 reviews)
The price is P8,719
P9,853 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Nandel Beach Resort
On the beach, black sand, beach towels, scuba diving

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Escape to a serene black sand beach haven with ocean adventures, where pristine shores and water sports create paradise.
The price is P24,508
P27,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
4.5 star property
Nacascolo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (450 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Soak up the sun at this bayfront resort with private beach club access, water sports, and beachside massages.
The price is P38,514
P49,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent
"El personal es muy atento y amable, en especial Leisy Corea BriseƱo!"
Jair 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Villas Sol Beach Resort

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 82Ā°F, while the coldest months are November and December with an average of 78Ā°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 Junquillal Beach or Playa Blanca for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Santa Rosa National Park and Coronado Beach. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Sector MurciƩlago or Playa Cuajiniquil.
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.