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Our top choices for Santa Elena hotels

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Down duvets, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Close to everything, very nice hotel and spacious rooms. Breakfast was very good and staff were very friendly."
Canada
Andorra
The price is ฿2,263
฿2,557 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Restaurant

Hotel con Corazón Monteverde

Hotel con Corazón Monteverde
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (81 reviews)
"Stylish hotel in Monteverde. Comfortable rooms and helpful staff. The hotel is in the town so its walkable to cafes & restaurants although there is a little road noise."
United Kingdom
Beverley
The price is ฿4,453
฿5,032 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hotel con Corazón Monteverde
Garden

Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast

Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Great place and great staff"
United States
TABATHA
The price is ฿1,365
฿1,543 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, down duvets, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Cala Lodge

Cala Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (583 reviews)
"Good value place to stay that’s close to things and have both breakfast and cooking equipment"
United States
Jessie
The price is ฿2,779
฿3,140 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Cala Lodge
Garden

Monteverde Country Lodge

Monteverde Country Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (318 reviews)
"Clean room and friendly staff."
United States
Ramaswamy Kallugundi
The price is ฿3,730
฿4,215 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Monteverde Country Lodge
Terrace/patio

VISTA AL GOLFO

VISTA AL GOLFO
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Our room was clean and airy, Ro received us in the mos amicable manner, very knowledgeable and helpful. We had a great view from our room."
United States
Andrea
The price is ฿1,560
฿1,763 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
VISTA AL GOLFO
Economy Double Room, City View | Free WiFi

hotel rey

hotel rey
3.0 star property
Santa Elena
The price is ฿1,365
฿1,543 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
hotel rey
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Mountain View | Desk, laptop workspace, bed sheets

Hotel las Orquideas Monteverde

Hotel las Orquideas Monteverde
2.0 star property
Santa Elena
The price is ฿1,950
฿2,204 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hotel las Orquideas Monteverde
Quetzal Suite | View from room

Monteverde Lodge by Böëna

Monteverde Lodge by Böëna
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (484 reviews)
"Amazing everything - surroundings, staff, food, room :)"
United Kingdom
Ally
The price is ฿12,057
฿14,275 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Monteverde Lodge by Böëna
42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, toys

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4.0 star property
Monteverde
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (644 reviews)
"We love to stay at Poco a Poco. We really appreciate the hot tub and the pool. The breakfast is fantastic and has great viewing for a variety of birds that seem to frequent the area. Its a good location for us as well with close access to the park and grocery store."
United States
Brian
The price is ฿10,092
฿11,405 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Standard Room | Living area

Hotel la Puesta del Sol

Hotel la Puesta del Sol
2.5 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (25 reviews)
"Nice and clean. Excelent treatment by the owner No complaints at all. Near to everything and everywhere. "
United States
Christian
The price is ฿1,828
฿2,066 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Hotel la Puesta del Sol
Exterior

Hotel Claro de Luna

Hotel Claro de Luna
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (142 reviews)
"Parking was excellent, gardens are BEAUTIFUl, breakfast was lovely - plantains were amazing!"
United States
Jonna
The price is ฿2,941
฿3,323 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Hotel Claro de Luna
Quadruple Room | Living area

Hotel El Atardecer

Hotel El Atardecer
2.5 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (38 reviews)
"Clean room, good breakfast."
United States
Sreenivasan
The price is ฿2,470
฿2,791 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hotel El Atardecer
Terrace/patio

OutBox Inn

OutBox Inn
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Great and simple place :) "
Canada
Frederik
The price is ฿702
฿1,308 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
OutBox Inn
Interior

Pensión Santa Elena

Pensión Santa Elena
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (371 reviews)
"great central location"
Canada
Chloee
The price is ฿719
฿812 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Pensión Santa Elena
Standard Apartment, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabinas Selva Verde

Cabinas Selva Verde
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (40 reviews)
"Walls are very thin. Could hear everything the people next to us said and did. Floors were extremely slippery. Staff was great and breakfast was home cooked."
United States
Jeannette
The price is ฿1,316
฿1,488 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Cabinas Selva Verde
Standard Room | Free WiFi

Casa Madonna Hotel

Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms ! Good breakfast ! Friendly staff (gracias a Leidi)"
United States
Daniel
The price is ฿1,316
฿1,488 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Casa Madonna Hotel
Triple Room, Balcony | Terrace/patio

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (88 reviews)
"Clean and friendly space "
Canada
Emma
The price is ฿1,706
฿1,928 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Divya
The price is ฿585
฿661 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hostel Cattleya
Interior

Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde Monkey Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
The price is ฿1,024
฿1,157 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Monteverde Monkey Hostel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Stay near popular Santa Elena attractions

Monteverde Orchid Garden

4.6/5 (91 reviews)
Home to over 460 orchid species, including the world's smallest, this garden showcases Costa Rica's cloud forest biodiversity. Take a guided tour to appreciate the intricate details of these delicate blooms.
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Learn more about Santa Elena

Cloud forests reveal their secrets on guided night walks where red-eyed tree frogs and sloths emerge. Zip through the forest canopy on thrilling lines, then visit the butterfly gardens in nearby Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

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Monteverde, Santa Elena and Arenal area in Costa Rica highlands. Panoramic view in sunny day of a vast hills and mountains in this pristine region of Central America

Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"the breakfast was very poor and the selection was not big"
eliahu 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

More cheap stays in Santa Elena

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Viajero La Fortuna Hostel

Av. 325 La Fortuna Provincia de Alajuela
The price is ฿1,303 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
฿1,303
฿1,473 total
5 Jun - 6 Jun
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

What's the best place for a stay in Santa Elena?
Based on our traveller data, Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast is one of the top choices for your stay. This B&B offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options for your trip include Monteverde Lodge by Böëna and Cala Lodge. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Elena.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Elena has to offer?
Green Forest Vacations Homes: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Elena offers an indoor pool, a balcony and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave and an electric kettle. Make the most of garden in this rental home to help you unwind. See all vacation rentals in Santa Elena.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Elena, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able 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.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Santa Elena?
Based on our traveller reviews, Hostel Cattleya is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices to stay on the cheap include Pensión Santa Elena and Monteverde Monkey Hostel. View all budget hotels in Santa Elena.
What's the best family accommodation in Santa Elena?
Monteverde Lodge by Böëna is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco is another good choice for your family trip. Also, attractions in the area such as Kalambu Hot Springs and The Bat Jungle are fun for children of all ages. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Santa Elena.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Santa Elena?
Cala Lodge is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel that features free Wi-Fi and free parking. Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel and Monteverde Eco Love are two other good options for your holiday. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Santa Elena.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Santa Elena?
Monteverde Eco Love is a top dog-friendly guest house, and offers a restaurant and laundry facilities for its human guests. Other good options for you and your pet's trip include Hostel Cattleya and Pensión Santa Elena. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Elena.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Santa Elena?
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco is a top hotel with a children's pool, an indoor pool and 2 restaurants. View all hotels with pools in Santa Elena.
What is the best spa hotel in Santa Elena?
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco is a top spa hotel featuring a health club and an indoor pool. Enjoy a facial, body scrub or detox wrap at the on-site spa. See all spa hotels in Santa Elena.
What is staying in Santa Elena like?
Visitors give high marks for the local tours in Santa Elena, which is also known for its gardens and cafes. This city also attracts tourists with its scenic landscape. Top sights around the area include Arenal Volcano National Park and Arenal Volcano. In Santa Elena, there are 44 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Elena.
What should I see while I'm in Santa Elena?
Landmarks like Mundo de los Insectos and Jardín de Orquídeas might be worth a visit. The gardens and forests provide a picturesque setting and places to visit include Monteverde Orchid Garden. Bird watching is a great activity, and Ficus La Raiz is one place to visit. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Elena guide.
What's the weather like in Santa Elena?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm of rainfall.