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Top 10 Santa Elena hotels and places to stay

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Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1010)
"Friendly people and the best Breakfast buffet!"
The price is ฿4,252
฿4,805 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Great place to stay with family "
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Outdoor pool

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"It was great for how close you are to the airport! "
The price is ฿3,588
฿4,054 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
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 ฿2,731
฿3,086 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Santa Elena Lodge
Hacienda Casa del Viento
Front of property

Hacienda Casa del Viento

3.0 star property
The price is ฿2,924
฿3,304 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hacienda Casa del Viento
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, steam room

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (660)
"We love every minute- the grounds are beautiful "
The price is ฿5,104
฿5,768 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Aug - 30 Aug
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (818)
"Perfect with kids and close to Ricon de la Vieja park"
The price is ฿6,183
฿6,987 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1336)
"Comfortable, clean, easy access with shuttle and convenient "
The price is ฿4,209
฿4,757 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Hotel Boyeros
Outdoor pool

Hotel Boyeros

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"Beautiful grounds, quaint, excellent dining"
The price is ฿2,913
฿3,292 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Boyeros
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Property grounds

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (468)
"Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff."
The price is ฿8,222
฿9,291 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Casa Del Cielo Residence Estate | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

5.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (234)
"Beautiful hotel in the most amazing place. A calm beach that combines trees and lots of green with fauna and beach. If you like water activities or jungle experiences but also if you just want to relax in the pool or beach this is a great place to consider. I went with kids and family. Loved it!!!"
The price is ฿25,013
฿31,657 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Tortuga Verde Glamping
Outdoor pool

Tortuga Verde Glamping

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"beautiful place! staff are friendly! will definitely come back when i visit costa rica again "
Tortuga Verde Glamping
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
Exterior

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"It was very private. Clean. Pool was great. Employees were great. Food was good. Room was nice"
The price is ฿31,679
฿40,093 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Meeting facility

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

4.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1009)
"Was in amazing resort "
The price is ฿8,316
฿8,316 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
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)
"All inclusive is great. "
The price is ฿5,924
฿6,694 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
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, (421)
"Beautiful place located in the middle of beautiful nature, clean, comfortable rooms and the hot springs are a wonderful place."
The price is ฿2,654
฿2,999 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Hotel Punta Descartes
Land view from property

Hotel Punta Descartes

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (22)
"Excelente Service and Good Food,"
Hotel Punta Descartes
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Hotel Villa del Sueño

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (390)
"Nice place. Would go there again. "
The price is ฿3,109
฿3,513 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Exterior

Canon de La Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (238)
"Beautiful grounds, Clean,comfortable beds, great food, friendly service. Swimming pool, hot spring pools, and river swimming area were great amenities. We would stay here again and recommend to all. "
The price is ฿4,813
฿5,438 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
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, (575)
"Great location !"
The Palms At Coco Beach
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

10/10 Excellent
"The views are spectacular! Everything green around you, with the ocean just in front of you. "
Francesca 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

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Hotel Villa Del Sol

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Frequently asked questions

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

Based on our traveller data, Santa Elena Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in 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 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 are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Elena?

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive: Property located near Playa Hermosa. Offers 4 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and 3 bars. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive 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 6 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 Playa Cuajiniquil and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. 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.