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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 P3,346
P5,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Santa Elena Lodge
Hacienda Casa del Viento
Front of property

Hacienda Casa del Viento

3.0 star property
The price is P5,816
P6,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 7 - Aug 8
Hacienda Casa del Viento
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Aerial view

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (525)
"Great food and staff "
The price is P27,060
P27,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Hotel Boyeros
Outdoor pool

Hotel Boyeros

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Beautiful grounds, quaint, excellent dining"
The price is P5,292
P5,980 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Hotel Boyeros
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, (1005)
"Great place to stay with family "
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (814)
"Perfect with kids and close to Ricon de la Vieja park"
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
2 outdoor pools

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"This is a great adult resort, peaceful and comfortable."
The price is P10,632
P12,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (982)
"Excellent place to stay. "
The price is P6,922
P7,821 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Villas Sol Beach Resort
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Villas Sol Beach Resort

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (750)
"Close to the beach and the staff was so nice."
The price is P9,777
P11,048 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Villas Sol Beach Resort
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1335)
"Close to airport and food options"
The price is P7,106
P8,030 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Meeting facility

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1007)
"Great stay. "
The price is P16,379
P16,379 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Hotel Villa del Sueño
1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Hotel Villa del Sueño

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (386)
"The staff was so helpful The hotel was clean and convenient. Breakfast was really good and plenty The pool was nice too There are plenty of options to eat and lots of beaches around the area"
The price is P5,579
P6,304 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Terrace/patio

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (404)
"Amazing property! kid friendly!"
The price is P27,919
P35,334 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
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, (822)
"This boutique hotel is so nice. Our Opium room was so beautiful and spacious. Just steps away from the beach. The staff is incredibly friendly. Highly recommand this hotel."
The price is P12,662
P14,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
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, (270)
"The grounds are beautiful, the staff is friendly, it is safe, and within walking distance to the beach, shops, and restaurants. I am so grateful we stayed here, it was the perfect boutique hotel. "
Hotel Villa Del Sol
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, (655)
"Big, clean rooms. Excellent breakfast and dinner menu. Friendly staff. It is a 2 minute walk up beach, this beach is quite rustic and a few more minutes to walk to more sandy beach. My only con was the outdoor grounds could have used a power wash and the pool sitting area was dirty and slimy. "
The price is P7,634
P8,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Hot springs

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (417)
"Beautiful place located in the middle of beautiful nature, clean, comfortable rooms and the hot springs are a wonderful place."
The price is P4,764
P5,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (232)
"Very expensive but worth it "
The price is P45,077
P57,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Property grounds

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (464)
"Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff."
The price is P15,272
P17,257 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
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, (570)
"This is my second time to stay at this hotel. It is a great location. The staff is friendly, the food is good and the swimming pool is amazing."
The price is P5,482
P6,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 14 - Aug 15
The Palms At Coco Beach
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Very fun and good food super attentive staff. Very family friendly. The room was really nice. The view is spectacular. "
Melinda 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Frequently asked questions

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

Located 21.1 mi (34 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport. 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.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Santa Elena?

Hacienda Casa del Viento is a top hotel for people traveling with their pets, and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Elena.

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?

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive: Hotel located near Playa Hermosa. Features 2 outdoor pools, a children's pool, and 2 pool bars. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport 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 Maritza Biological Station 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.