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Tonight
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Tomorrow
Oct 9 - Oct 10
This weekend
Oct 9 - Oct 11
Next weekend
Oct 16 - Oct 18

Our top choices for Santa Elena beach hotels

A wooden cabin with large windows, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A wooden interior with a bench, a chair, and a table.
A room with two beds, wooden walls, and large windows with curtains.
A room with a ceiling fan, two chairs, a bench, and large windows with a view of trees.

1. Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
Santa Elena
P3,666
P6,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Santa Elena Lodge
A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a forested hill in the background.
A wooden dining area with a table and chairs, large windows, and a red patterned sofa.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central pool area, and a beachside location.
A resort pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

2. Nandel Beach Resort

Nandel Beach Resort
La Cruz
P8,198
P9,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Nandel Beach Resort
A beach with clear waters, a sandy shore, and lush greenery.
A patio with a hammock, chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A rustic wooden house with a balcony, a stone wall, and a palm tree.
A pathway leading to a house surrounded by lush greenery and a lake in the background.

3. Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
La Cruz
P2,329
P3,340 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Restaurant
A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a large mirror, and wooden accents.
Restaurant
A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

4. JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive

JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
La Cruz
P41,424
P41,424 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive
A cozy lounge area with plush seating, a wooden table, and various potted plants.
A bathroom with a white toilet, a wooden vanity with a sink, and a mirror. There are towels and a toilet paper roll on the vanity.
A two-story building with a restaurant named 'Mirador Bar Restaurant' at the ground level.
A bedroom with two beds, a wooden ceiling, and a small table.

5. Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Punta Descartes
La Cruz
P5,015
P5,667 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Hotel Punta Descartes
Two people standing on a beach with a tree overhead and a body of water in the background.
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a reflection pool, and a view of hotel buildings with balconies.
A rooftop terrace with a view of a lake and hills, featuring a seating area with tables and chairs, and a fire pit.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a swimming pool, and a beach.

6. Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Nacascolo
  • Unwind on pristine black sand shores with private beach club access and daily shuttle service from this tropical paradise
P23,298
P23,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
A beach with waves and a person walking.
A couple in a swimming pool holding drinks, with a bar and other people in the background.
A infinity pool with a thatched roof structure, a view of the ocean, and a rocky shoreline.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, red-roofed buildings, and lush greenery.

7. Condovac la Costa

Condovac la Costa
Sardinal
  • Savor sun-kissed days at this provincial park beach resort, where ocean-view dining and complimentary beach club access await sea lovers.
P10,100
P11,413 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Condovac la Costa
A wooden platform with a floral arch and a view of the sea with boats in the background.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, hanging pendant lights, and a view of greenery outside.
A modern house with a glass-enclosed patio, a hot tub, and a dining area with outdoor furniture.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and outdoor seating areas.

8. El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Sardinal
  • Escape to a beachfront paradise with sandy shores, daily yoga classes, and vibrant water activities just steps from your door.
P18,528
P23,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Two people walking hand in hand on a sandy beach with a rocky cliff in the background.
A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, large windows, and decorative chandeliers.
A large, oval-shaped swimming pool with a central island and a surrounding deck. There are lounge chairs and umbrellas around the pool.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple buildings, a large swimming pool, and lush greenery surrounding a body of water.

9. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Sardinal
  • Escape to an all-inclusive beachfront paradise with private sand, sun loungers, and waterfront views that refresh the soul
P12,237
P13,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
A beach wedding ceremony with a floral arch and ocean view.
A pool area with lounge chairs and a view of the sea.
A bar area with a view of the mountains, a table with a pineapple and a bottle, and a person pouring a drink.
A spacious dining area with large windows offering a scenic view of the sea and hills.

10. Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
Sardinal
  • Experience coastal paradise at this resort with direct beach access, sandy shores, and ocean-view dining just steps from Playa Hermosa.
P6,822
P7,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Villas Sol Beach Resort
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Condovac la Costa

Condovac la Costa

8/10 Good
"Everything except for the food, was fantastic."
Marvin 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Condovac la Costa
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

8/10 Good
"Staff was nice and helpful, and the resort is right on the beach which was nice. 2 pools with swim up bars but they close at 5. The buffet food is not very good. They also don’t really stock your mini bar in the room. Only a couple beers water and coke. Nothing else. Overall I enjoyed Costa Rica it’s a beautiful country but the resort was underwhelming and could have been better."
Wilkeem 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Great place, close to all amenities in Del Coco. The staff was very helpful for sites to see and local events happening in the area. The pool area was great as well."
matt 7-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Palms At Coco Beach
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"The hotel was great and we enjoyed our visit it very much"
Ruth 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay!"
Chad 1-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"It was very good"
Shavaughn 3-night trip
Posted 8 days ago
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Peaceful"
Colwin 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

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 Sector Murciélago. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Playa Cuajiniquil or Coronado Beach.
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.