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Santa Elena Lodge
Living area

Santa Elena Lodge

2.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"The hotel is a gem. Always clean and very friendly. Food nearby is wonderful. Beaches close clean and almost empty which we appreciated. "
The price is AED 190
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Santa Elena Lodge
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Front of property

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

3.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (100)
"We had a fabulous two days at Finca La Anita. Pablo and Ana were fabulous hosts and we truly enjoyed learning from their knowledge of all things Costa Rican, especially the history and quality of chocolate and coffee. We stayed in cabin 8 which was comfortably rustic with a refrigerator. We found the temperature in mid Feb to be approx 10 degrees C cooler than the coast. Travel by SUV is best as the road is quite rough at times. The home cooked meals were authentic, yummy and filling. We loved...
The price is AED 442
AED 499 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
Exterior

Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (61)
"What an amazing stay! The farm is thriving with wildlife and the plants. There’s so much hiking nearby. Our room was comfortable and cooled off at night. We loved the place so much that we want to come again. Very well maintained and the owners feel like family "
The price is AED 179
AED 228 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Santa Maria Volcano Lodge
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hot springs

Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390)
"Beautiful location. The gardens and pools were lovely and secluded. The staff went above and beyond. The first day our children asked for syrup with their pancakes and it wasn’t available, so the next day, sure enough-syrup for our pancakes! It’s the little things that stand out! It’s secluded, but that’s part of the charm ☺️"
The price is AED 628
AED 710 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Apr - 12 Apr
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Hotel Rincon de la Vieja Lodge
Property grounds

Hotel Rincon de la Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (119)
"Friendly and helpful staff. We’ll maintained property"
The price is AED 211
AED 238 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Hotel Rincon de la Vieja Lodge
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (768)
"Ranch-lile setting on edge of Vincon de la Vieja park. Pool is small but nice - great view of volcano. Room with 2 king beds was huge and clean. Would have liked more towels. Air conditioning was powerful. Not supposed to out toilet paper in toilet. Saw a ton of awesome birds off our back porch. Unfortunately, the staff building was behind us so we had to listen to their tv/radio. Food was passable at best. Staff service at meals was ok. Before you book one of their adventure tours, ask for...
The price is AED 776
AED 877 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, sun loungers, lifeguards on site

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (395)
"Lovely property with great activities. Just know there is no AC so you have to sleep with the windows open. The Jaguar restaurant was delicious. "
The price is AED 341
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Couples treatment rooms, hot tub, steam room, hot springs, Turkish bath

Borinquen Thermal Resort

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (629)
"Although the food was delicious, you may want to have nightly specials! Also you may want to consider having golf carts for rent as extra transportation to & from the vilas for after hours! "
The price is AED 643
AED 726 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Hotel El Cerro
Property grounds

Hotel El Cerro

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4)
" great place and Luis is a great guy thank you"
The price is AED 195
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Hotel El Cerro
Hotel Primavera
Reception

Hotel Primavera

2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (200)
"Super central, clean and perfect for the price point."
The price is AED 143
AED 162 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Hotel Primavera
Hotel Boyeros
Outdoor pool

Hotel Boyeros

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Excellent for people first arriving to C.R. Walk to banks, shopping mall with restaurants. Staff were accommodating to all requests. Pool is huge, lots of chairs and umbrellas. "
The price is AED 337
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Hotel Boyeros
Hotel Guanacaste
Exterior

Hotel Guanacaste

2.0 star property
6.8 out of 10, (247)
"Great place"
The price is AED 205
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Hotel Guanacaste
Hotel Del Aserradero
Exterior

Hotel Del Aserradero

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (25)
"This is a conveniently located hotel walking distance from downtown Liberia, fast food and other restaurants, and shopping. The location is a bit loud due to the nearby main highway and a weekend disco nearby, but the gardens on property are filled with many birds, foliage and flowers which provide some peacefulness. "
The price is AED 222
AED 251 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Hotel Del Aserradero
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Outdoor pool

Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino

3.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1004)
"The property itself is very nice. Lovely pool with chaise lounges that had a "top" so you could shield your face from the sun, see to read a book, etc. Tiki hut restaurant was good but a bit understaffed. Our sleeping room was just OK. Bathroom not very clean and water ran all over the floor from the shower. Also, there was no sound proofing, and we could hear our neighbors partying until 2:30 AM. "
The price is AED 452
AED 511 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar
Best Western El Sitio Hotel & Casino
Hotel del Rio
32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Hotel del Rio

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (282)
"The place was clean and well maintained. I highly recommend anyone who is visiting the city. "
The price is AED 203
AED 229 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Hotel del Rio
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Exterior

Canon de La Vieja Lodge

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (233)
"Admittedly, we discovered this lodge because our flight from the Liberia airport was unexpectedly cancelled. We had spent a long, awful day at the airport and it was rather late when I booked through Expedia. (The airline had no accommodations planned for travelers. Ufff). I was SO relieved that the staff were willing to stay open late to receive us. They even asked the restaurant staff to stay late so we could all get something to eat before bed. The natural surroundings and nature are...
The price is AED 588
AED 664 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Front of property

Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

3.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (234)
"Close to airport. Despite that it was quiet. Good price. They can provide transport to airport on request. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. There is eating close by, but quite limited. Good inexpensive choice if you have an early morning flight."
The price is AED 195
AED 220 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, sun loungers

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

3.0 star property
The price is AED 992
AED 1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1305)
"This hotel is across from the Liberia airport. My return flight left at 7am. I used the shuttle to the airport. Lovely pool and restaurant."
The price is AED 514
AED 581 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Exterior

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (758)
"This hotel is perfect on your way out of the country. They had onsite car rental return for Enterprise. There was a great pool, clean rooms and dinner and a bar. The airport shuttle was perfect."
The price is AED 497
AED 561 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
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Check out the local area in Santa Elena—home to attractions like Santa Rosa National Park and Maritza Biological Station.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Located 17.9 mi (28.8 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort is a top choice for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good choices for your trip to the area are Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Elena.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Santa Elena has to offer?

Spectacular Ocean View, Mtn. Top, 5 STAR, Huge pool, Hot tub: This vacation home rental near Santa Elena is located in the mountains and has an outdoor pool, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a selection of games, and a hot tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. See all 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 hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Santa Elena?

For more details about updating your trip to Santa Elena or cancelling it, click here.

What's the best pet-friendly hotel in Santa Elena?

Beautiful 5-bedroom lodge in Cuajiniquil with WiFi and Spa facial & body is a top dog-friendly lodge, and offers in-room microwaves for its human guests. Delightful lodge with WiFi in Cuajiniquil is another good choice if you're bringing your pet along. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Santa Elena.

Where is the best place to stay near Junquillal Beach?

Santa Elena Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this lodge offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Junquillal Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort and Recreo.

What about the best place to stay close to Playa Blanca?

One of the top choices for your stay is Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica - All Inclusive, located 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Playa Blanca, and this 4.5-star property offers 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Recreo and Home away from home! Cozy, clean, and safe hotel minutes from beautiful beach!! are two other good options within the surrounding area.

What are some accommodations with pools in Santa Elena?

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort: Features a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and 7 restaurants. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport and Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive are two additional hotels that offer an onsite pool. View all hotels with pools in Santa Elena.

What is staying in Santa Elena like?

Travelers to Santa Elena will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Santa Elena, there are 7 hotels and other accommodations to choose from. Find out more about Santa Elena.

What is there to see in 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 agenda are Playa Cuajiniquil and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. Check out what more to see and do in Expedia's Santa Elena guide.

What's the seasonal weather like in Santa Elena?

The hottest months are usually April and March with an average temp of 82°F, while the coldest months are November and December with an average of 78°F. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, September, June, and August, with each month seeing an average of 15 inches of rainfall.