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Santa Elena Lodge
Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(18)
The price is CNY409
CNY409
CNY708 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
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 6 - Jan 7, 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 CNY297
CNY297
CNY415 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Nandel Beach Resort
Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
La Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (184)
8.4/10
Very Good
(184)
Hotel Punta Descartes
Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23)
8.6/10
Excellent
(23)
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, (419)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(419)
The price is CNY6,530
CNY6,530
CNY8,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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 CNY2,780
CNY2,780
CNY2,780 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, (682)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(682)
The price is CNY1,719
CNY1,719
CNY1,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 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, (443)
8.4/10
Very Good
(443)
The price is CNY874
CNY874
CNY987 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 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 CNY12,873
CNY12,873
CNY16,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 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 CNY10,824
CNY10,824
CNY13,699 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 23 - Jan 24, 2026
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
3.0 star property
Curubandé
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (240)
8.4/10
Very Good
(240)
The price is CNY1,040
CNY1,040
CNY1,176 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, (553)
8.8/10
Excellent
(553)
The price is CNY13,325
CNY13,325
CNY13,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27, 2026
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
4.0 star property
Curubandé
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (842)
8.8/10
Excellent
(842)
The price is CNY2,059
CNY2,059
CNY2,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
4.0 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (483)
8.8/10
Excellent
(483)
The price is CNY3,053
CNY3,053
CNY3,450 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, (466)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(466)
The price is CNY4,814
CNY4,814
CNY5,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 30 - Jan 31, 2026
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(1007)
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1007)
7.6/10
Good
(1007)
The price is CNY3,889
CNY3,889
CNY4,395 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Villas Sol Beach Resort
Villas Sol Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (786)
7.6/10
Good
(786)
The price is CNY835
CNY835
CNY944 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 29 - Jan 30, 2026
Condovac la Costa
Condovac la Costa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1011)
7.0/10
Good
(1011)
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.
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 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
Best Western El Sitio Hotel
10/10 Excellent
"It was great for the price "
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
10/10 Excellent
"We traveled as a party of 6 and had a wonderful week. Because we booked through Expedia, the resort seemed to place special significance on our reservation — we received Expedia wristbands & door hangers, which made us feel oddly VIP (maybe damage control given mixed reviews, but we felt well cared for). Don’t believe the haters — they truly aim to please.
Do the pre-check-in if possible. The app didn’t work for me, and the in-person process is long when you just want to start vacationing.
Had a hiccup at check in. Noella came over as we sorted it out and turned things around. She gave us her direct number, checked in frequently, comped us a cabana, and got us into every restaurant as desired. She is truly an angel and made sure a small glitch didn't turn into a big deal.
Restaurant food was excellent; buffet was hit or miss but had surprises — especially made-to-order items. Pro tip: bacon is only available by asking the omelet cooks. Dinner at the restaurants is the way to go, every meal our group ordered was delicious.
At the time of writing, this is the only resort in the bay, so the beach is not crowded. Kayaks and paddleboards require reservations and they have only 2 of each total.
Beach vendors were friendly, conversational, and respectful — never pushy. Lovely people. Love the Tico spirit.
Shout out to Emu for having those tequila shots always at the ready!
Great resort for day drinkers: fun daytime party vibe, quieter nights. DJs were meh.
Pura Vida!
"
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
10/10 Excellent
"Linda vista hacia el mar, el personal muy amables y atentos a las necesidades de los huéspedes,
Excelentes frutas."
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
10/10 Excellent
"Friendly and convenient. "
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
10/10 Excellent
"I really enjoyed how quiet and convenient the property was. "
Villas Sol Beach Resort
10/10 Excellent
"We were just here for a night and it was a perfect spot! Thank you fir the great hospitality!"
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
10/10 Excellent
"Everything was great! "
Hotel Boyeros
10/10 Excellent
"The staff worker at check in was extremely helpful and kind. She went out of her way to be helpful. The grounds are beautiful. Nice large pool. Big rooms with pool patios by each room.
There is a lot of road noise in the front of hotel but that is to be expected since it’s on a major road. It was nice to have a restaurant on site."
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. "
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel room cost in Santa Elena?
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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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