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Santa Elena Lodge
Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(17)
The price is CNY411
CNY411
CNY711 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Linda Casita
Linda Casita
2.0 star property
La Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
10/10
Exceptional
(1)
The price is CNY269
CNY269
CNY304 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
La Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (68)
8.4/10
Very Good
(68)
The price is CNY276
CNY276
CNY392 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Nandel Beach Resort
Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
La Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (183)
8.4/10
Very Good
(183)
Hotel Punta Descartes
Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
8.6/10
Excellent
(23)
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
4.5 star property
Nacascolo
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
8.2/10
Very Good
(1005)
The price is CNY2,794
CNY2,794
CNY2,794 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (678)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(678)
The price is CNY1,728
CNY1,728
CNY1,952 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
4.5 star property
Nacascolo
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (417)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(417)
The price is CNY6,443
CNY6,443
CNY8,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 16 - Jan 17, 2026
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
3.0 star property
Canas Dulces
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (439)
8.4/10
Very Good
(439)
The price is CNY878
CNY878
CNY992 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
5.0 star property
Nacascolo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(6)
The price is CNY12,938
CNY12,938
CNY16,858 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
5.0 star property
Nacascolo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (243)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(243)
The price is CNY10,773
CNY10,773
CNY13,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
3.0 star property
Curubandé
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (239)
8.4/10
Very Good
(239)
The price is CNY1,046
CNY1,046
CNY1,182 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
4.0 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (482)
8.8/10
Excellent
(482)
The price is CNY3,068
CNY3,068
CNY3,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
4.5 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (465)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(465)
The price is CNY3,825
CNY3,825
CNY4,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.5 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (552)
8.8/10
Excellent
(552)
The price is CNY12,188
CNY12,188
CNY12,188 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
7.6/10
Good
(1002)
The price is CNY3,127
CNY3,127
CNY3,534 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1000)
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
4.0 star property
Curubandé
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (840)
8.8/10
Excellent
(840)
The price is CNY2,069
CNY2,069
CNY2,338 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Condovac la Costa
Condovac la Costa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1003)
7.2/10
Good
(1003)
Villas Sol Beach Resort
Villas Sol Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (781)
7.6/10
Good
(781)
The price is CNY839
CNY839
CNY948 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
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Top landmarks in Santa Elena
Maritza Biological Station
Maritza Biological Station is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from central Santa Elena, why not stop by during your stay. The area also offers fun activities like horseback riding and ziplining. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Pitilla Biological Station, just a short walk away.
Pitilla Biological Station
Pitilla Biological Station is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from central Santa Elena, why not stop by during your stay. The area also offers fun activities like horseback riding and ziplining. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Maritza Biological Station, just a short walk away.
Learn more about Santa Elena
Santa Elena is well-known for its attractions such as Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach.
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Check out reviews of Santa Elena hotels guests love
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean, beds were comfortable shower was nice"
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
10/10 Excellent
"Everything fantastic, food, staff / so friendly. Little drops of chipsxand salsa or chocolates before dinner. Four Seasons top notch experience. "
Villas Sol Beach Resort
10/10 Excellent
"Very friendly "
The Palms At Coco Beach
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great"
Condovac la Costa
10/10 Excellent
"Stayed here for 2 nights and I can say it’s the best budget all inclusive hotel in Costa Rica! Location and food was great but there’s not a lot of food options to choose from. They have friendly staff but not the ones in the restaurant. They are just busy talking to each other and doesn’t even want to have an interaction with guests. View was nice! Looks like a painting from afar! Also, don’t forget to hang the DND sign on your door as the hotel staff just go in to your room without knocking and refilling bath towels. "
Hotel Boyeros
10/10 Excellent
"Cool spot. Really big and nice pool. No frills but perfect for a couple of nights "
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful grounds nice people and delicious food "
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
10/10 Excellent
"Good service "
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
10/10 Excellent
"great stuff-nice people "
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel room cost in Santa Elena?
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Can I book Santa Elena hotels with free cancellation?
In order to book a refundable Santa Elena hotel, simply filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property". The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel. Some hotels do require cancelling more than 24 hours before check-in, so double-check your booking beforehand.
What are some of the best Santa Elena hotels with free parking?
If you're driving, a great Santa Elena hotel with free parking is a bonus. Our travelers' favorites include:
- Santa Elena Lodge: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.8 out of 10
What hotels do travelers like in Santa Elena?
Santa Elena Lodge is an accommodation that is popular with guests.
Can I book a refundable accommodation in Santa Elena?
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Santa Elena, most properties offer refundable* rates you can book. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
What will the weather in Santa Elena be like during my vacation?
With an average temperature of 78°F during the coldest months, Santa Elena is a great place to visit any time of year.
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