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1. Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Breakfast was great. Gave me a coffee machine because I was getting up super early :)"
United States
oscar
The price is ฿1,899
฿3,283 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Santa Elena Lodge

2. Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (216 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff was very friendly. Airport shuttle was on time and driver was very friendly. "
Canada
Cheryl
The price is ฿2,136
฿2,413 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Karao - Guancaste Airport

3. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
Liberia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,542 reviews)
"Nice and clean room Good food at the restaurant Great location for airport !"
Canada
Louise
The price is ฿4,504
฿5,090 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

4. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
3.0 star property
Liberia
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,591 reviews)
"Great location, good breakfast, shuttle was efficient, "
Canada
Lyle
The price is ฿4,238
฿4,789 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

5. Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
2.5 star property
Guayabo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Charming cabana, well cared for gardens full of birds, nice jungle walk from lodging, very helpful hosts. "
United States
Ryan
The price is ฿1,814
฿2,049 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

6. Hotel Guanacaste

Hotel Guanacaste
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (267 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and basic. Perfect location for catching the bus. "
Canada
Melissa
The price is ฿1,036
฿1,868 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hotel Guanacaste

7. Hotel Del Aserradero

Hotel Del Aserradero
2.0 star property
Liberia
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (69 reviews)
"Awesome staff Nice clean place little hard to find maybe add the directions as Google Maps tells you to break the law lol Perfect night before early am flights. Great price "
Canada
Christine
The price is ฿2,207
฿2,494 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hotel Del Aserradero

8. Hotel Primavera

Hotel Primavera
2.5 star property
Liberia
7.8 out of 10, Good, (281 reviews)
"The staff here are super friendly! Only stayed for one night but it was a cheap and good stay if you’re looking for a place to stay for the night. Would recommend!"
Canada
Ana
The price is ฿1,268
฿1,433 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hotel Primavera

9. Hotel del Rio

Hotel del Rio
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (369 reviews)
"Nice spot for a quick stay "
Canada
Laura
The price is ฿2,275
฿2,571 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hotel del Rio

10. Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Great stay"
Canada
James
The price is ฿2,535
฿2,865 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hotel Ocotal B&B

11. Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
5.0 star property
Sardinal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Great property, not far from airport, awesome service and a pleasant staff to be around. "
United States
James
The price is ฿30,391
฿38,463 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

12. Best Western El Sitio Hotel

Best Western El Sitio Hotel
3.0 star property
Liberia
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Overall a great place to stay!"
Canada
MILES
The price is ฿3,998
฿4,518 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Best Western El Sitio Hotel

13. Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Perfect for a cheap stopover close to the airport. "
Canada
Chelsey
The price is ฿2,990
฿3,379 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

14. Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
4.0 star property
Curubandé
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (874 reviews)
"Loved the waterfalls on site"
United States
Gian-Carlo
The price is ฿5,236
฿5,917 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

15. Hotel Wilson Condega

Hotel Wilson Condega
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is ฿2,459
฿2,779 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Hotel Wilson Condega

16. Canon de La Vieja Lodge

Canon de La Vieja Lodge
3.0 star property
Curubandé
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (260 reviews)
"The room was very clean and the food in both restaurants was delicious. I loved the pool area with swim-up bar and different hot spring pools. The activities on the property are fun too - zip lining, horse riding, and river tubing. "
United States
Janet
The price is ฿4,534
฿5,124 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Canon de La Vieja Lodge

17. Hotel El Cerro

Hotel El Cerro
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (35 reviews)
"Close proximity to airport is a plus, great hot w"
United States
Angela
The price is ฿3,481
฿3,933 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hotel El Cerro

18. Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (721 reviews)
"The resort is beautiful, loved the set up and the grounds , service in the restaurant is very good , food is reasonably priced . We really enjoyed the 2 nights/days we have stayed on the resort . Beautiful birds on the property, you can see spider monkeys next to the pool . We enjoyed the thermals . The employees at the reception were very nice too."
Canada
Sanda
The price is ฿5,968
฿6,744 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Borinquen Thermal Resort

19. Casa Todah B&B

Casa Todah B&B
2.0 star property
Liberia
7.2 out of 10, Good, (9 reviews)
"Cool place, relaxe, friendly host, great amenities to cook"
Canada
MARIE-EVE
The price is ฿892
฿1,008 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Casa Todah B&B

20. La Anita Rainforest Ranch

La Anita Rainforest Ranch
3.0 star property
Guayabo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (116 reviews)
"Food was incredible and fresh. Entire experience was great - wish we could have stayed longer. Lots of bird and wildlife activity, "
United States
Kathryn
The price is ฿3,598
฿4,066 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
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What's the best place to stay in Santa Elena?
Located 23.5 mi (37.8 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort and Condovac la Costa. 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 room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Elena.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Santa Elena?
Hacienda Casa del Viento is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets and offers free WiFi for its human guests. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Elena.
What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday 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 . See more stays near the beach in Santa Elena.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Elena?
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort and Condovac la Costa are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Elena.
What is staying in Santa Elena like?
Travellers to Santa Elena will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Santa Elena, there are 5 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Elena.
What should I do while I'm visiting 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 itinerary are Sector Murciélago and Playa Cuajiniquil. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Elena guide.
What's the seasonal weather in Santa Elena?
The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are November and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 375 mm of rainfall.