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Top 10 Santa Elena hotels and places to stay

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 ฿1,910
฿3,302 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Santa Elena Lodge
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 ฿2,932
฿3,313 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel Boyeros
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (825)
"Perfect with kids and close to Ricon de la Vieja park"
The price is ฿5,272
฿5,957 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Aerial view

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (544)
"The resort was so enjoyable, with beautiful views, plenty to do, and excellent food options!! The staff goes above and beyond, and we would highly recommend this property for an amazing vacation!"
The price is ฿31,117
฿31,117 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
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)
"Good internet, staff very nice. Food excellent "
The price is ฿3,968
฿4,483 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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, (1005)
"Great resort, clean and well kept."
The price is ฿8,788
฿8,788 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Villas Sol Beach Resort
2 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Villas Sol Beach Resort

3.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (760)
"Close to the beach and the staff was so nice."
The price is ฿5,566
฿6,289 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Villas Sol Beach Resort
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 8:30 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1005)
"Beautiful area. Beautiful resort."
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1049)
"Great option for staying close to the airport, convenient shuttle service and great breakfast."
The price is ฿4,128
฿4,665 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
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, (394)
"Nice place. Would go there again. "
The price is ฿3,136
฿3,543 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (846)
"Very nice hotel with a friendly Staff and on a great beach!"
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (409)
"The hotel was great and the people was great "
The price is ฿15,692
฿19,860 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Economy Room | Premium bedding, minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel Villa Del Sol

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (273)
"The service was great and the staff was wonderful … solo traveler *"
Hotel Villa Del Sol
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, (1003)
"The property was georgious! The staff was fantastic and the views were absolutely amazing. I went on the catamaran tour and it was absolutely amazing. "
The price is ฿6,108
฿6,903 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
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, (582)
"I liked how close it was to the Main Street but still quiet. Also close to the beach."
The price is ฿2,218
฿2,506 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
The Palms At Coco Beach
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Property grounds

Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (470)
"Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff."
The price is ฿8,275
฿9,350 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
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, (423)
"The property is stunning, a true gem in the rainy season. A highlight of our trip to Costa Rica. "
The price is ฿2,291
฿2,589 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Couples treatment room(s), hot tub, steam room

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (666)
"We love every minute- the grounds are beautiful "
The price is ฿5,721
฿6,465 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hot springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (411)
"The food was delicious and every place we went was clean and beautiful "
The price is ฿3,178
฿3,591 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
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, (238)
"Very private and great food and overall experience "
The price is ฿25,827
฿32,686 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
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Stay near popular Santa Elena attractions

Maritza Biological Station

Explore the great outdoors at Maritza Biological Station, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.
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Junquillal Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Junquillal Beach during your trip to Santa Elena?
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Learn more about Santa Elena

Explore attractions like Santa Rosa National Park and Maritza Biological Station as you discover things to see and do in Santa Elena.

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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 3 months ago
Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

More cheap stays in Santa Elena

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Barrio La Chorrera, Sardinal
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9.2/10 Wonderful! (273 reviews)

Frequently asked questions

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 Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort. 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?
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport: Features a snack bar/deli, an outdoor pool and buffet. Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive and Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort 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 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.

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