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Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"What a slice of paradise! Rooms, staff, hotel facilities were fantastic and run by a Costa Rican familyas described and pictured. Excellent if you’d like an out-of-the-way place from the crowds, this area is absolutely perfect."
Canada
Robert
The price is Rp983.391
Rp1.700.436 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Santa Elena Lodge
Breakfast, lunch, brunch served; Latin American cuisine

Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (191 reviews)
"It was a clean comfortable room. Staff were great and very accommodating The food was excellent and the best iced coffee ever. Perfect stop to the airport "
United States
John
The price is Rp1.060.668
Rp1.198.554 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Karao - Guancaste Airport
Beach nearby, black sand

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (315 reviews)
"Good basic B & B hotel, with great staff and good breakfasts."
Canada
Daniel
Hotel Villa Del Sol
Beach nearby

Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (274 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds, hard working courteous and helpful staff"
Canada
Don
Hotel Villa Acacia
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

La Anita Rainforest Ranch
3.0 star property
Guayabo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (111 reviews)
"Place was fabulous clean food is amazing the chocolate tour was more than we expected "
United States
Heather
The price is Rp1.871.321
Rp2.114.592 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Exterior

Hotel Guanacaste

Hotel Guanacaste
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (254 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and basic. Perfect location for catching the bus. "
Canada
Melissa
Hotel Guanacaste
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 6 PM, pool loungers

Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (700 reviews)
"Beautiful stay and great staff "
Canada
Nicholas
The price is Rp3.501.878
Rp3.957.122 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Outdoor wedding area

Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (822 reviews)
"Great place "
Canada
Alexey
The price is Rp2.006.851
Rp2.267.742 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Villas Sol Beach Resort
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Fantastic place good food, nice activities, best place in the area"
United States
kevin
The price is Rp7.476.972
Rp8.448.978 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach massages

Hermosa Paradise

Hermosa Paradise
2.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (103 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room, limited parking since they were fully booked but the surrounding area is quiet and safe. Helpful instructions sent prior to checking in, good value"
Canada
Andrea Michelle
Hermosa Paradise
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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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing the best "
Stephanie 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Elena like for travellers who love the beach?
Find a great place to stay in Santa Elena, which has a lot to offer the traveller looking to book a beach holiday.
What's the best place to stay 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 .
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Elena?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons 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.
What is there to see and do around Santa Elena?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Playa Copal or Playa Jobo for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Maritza Biological Station or Sector Murciélago.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Elena?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Elena more easily: If you're looking to fly to Santa Elena, the closest major airport is in Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.), located 23 mi (37 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.