Hotels in Santa Elena
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VISTA AL GOLFO
VISTA AL GOLFO
2.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(2)
OutBox Inn
OutBox Inn
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(28)
Pensión Santa Elena
Pensión Santa Elena
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
8.6/10
Excellent
(359)
The price is CNY219
CNY219
CNY383 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Monteverde Family House
Monteverde Family House
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1)
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1002)
The price is CNY1,041
CNY1,041
CNY1,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Hotel la Puesta del Sol
Hotel la Puesta del Sol
2.5 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (20)
8.6/10
Excellent
(20)
The price is CNY396
CNY396
CNY448 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(90)
The price is CNY282
CNY282
CNY318 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Hotel El Atardecer
Hotel El Atardecer
2.5 star property
Monteverde
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (31)
8.4/10
Very Good
(31)
Hotel con Corazón Monteverde
Hotel con Corazón Monteverde
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(25)
The price is CNY956
CNY956
CNY1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Cala Lodge
Cala Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (560)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(560)
The price is CNY843
CNY843
CNY952 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Monteverde Country Lodge
Monteverde Country Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (295)
8.2/10
Very Good
(295)
The price is CNY1,000
CNY1,000
CNY1,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Cabinas Selva Verde
Cabinas Selva Verde
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34)
8.6/10
Excellent
(34)
The price is CNY285
CNY285
CNY322 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Hotel Claro de Luna
Hotel Claro de Luna
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (124)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(124)
The price is CNY747
CNY747
CNY844 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 27 - Dec 28
Hotel El Amanecer
Hotel El Amanecer
2.5 star property
Monteverde
7.4 out of 10, Good, (13)
7.4/10
Good
(13)
Ficus Sunset Suites
Ficus Sunset Suites
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (351)
9.0/10
Wonderful
(351)
The price is CNY3,419
CNY3,419
CNY3,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 23 - Dec 24
Monteverde Lodge
Monteverde Lodge
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (455)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(455)
The price is CNY3,105
CNY3,105
CNY3,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (80)
8.6/10
Excellent
(80)
The price is CNY395
CNY395
CNY446 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast
Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast
2.0 star property
Monteverde
Casa Madonna Hotel
Casa Madonna Hotel
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
8.0/10
Very Good
(1)
The price is CNY422
CNY422
CNY477 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
Hostel Cattleya
Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(56)
The price is CNY141
CNY141
CNY159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
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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8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
8.6/10
Excellent
(359)
The price is CNY219
CNY219
CNY383 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 24 - Dec 25
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(1002)
The price is CNY1,041
CNY1,041
CNY1,176 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(25)
The price is CNY956
CNY956
CNY1,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (560)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(560)
The price is CNY843
CNY843
CNY952 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(90)
The price is CNY282
CNY282
CNY318 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 22 - Dec 23
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (619)
8.4/10
Very Good
(619)
The price is CNY1,996
CNY1,996
CNY2,256 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (455)
9.4/10
Exceptional
(455)
The price is CNY3,105
CNY3,105
CNY3,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
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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Learn more about Santa Elena
Notable for its gardens, Santa Elena features attractions such as Monteverde Orchid Garden and Mundo de los Insectos. Visitors speak highly of this city's coffeehouses and scenic setting with sights including Jardín de Orquídeas and Ficus La Raiz.
Check out reviews of Santa Elena hotels guests love
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
10/10 Excellent
"The staff were really helpful and welcoming.
Breakfast was superb.
Our room was small but very comfortable and clean.
There is plenty of secure parking."
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
10/10 Excellent
"Great clean spacious room, great place for family traveling with kids "
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
10/10 Excellent
"10/10 recommendation from our family! The pictures don’t do the property justice. Staff went above and beyond for us. "
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
10/10 Excellent
"The staff was super courteous and helpful. The hotel was quite clean and the grounds were beautiful and impressively kept. The breakfast was an absolute highlight of the trip and I highly recommend the rooms with the private thermal pools. "
Casa Luna Hotel & Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Great room and great breakfast. Very clean place "
Hotel Arenal Lodge
10/10 Excellent
"The place truly grows on you. While the property is a bit dated, the people more than make up for it with their warmth and helpfulness. We stayed in a chalet overlooking the volcano, and on a clear day the view was simply enviable. The breakfast staff goes out of their way to make mornings pleasant, and the front desk team is consistently friendly and supportive, contributing greatly to a comfortable and enjoyable stay"
Baldi Hot Springs Hotel and Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Great place overall"
Hotel Magic Mountain SPA & Conference center
10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location in La Fortuna with walking distance to food. Closeby town with so many shops and food options. Clean rooms and comfortable stay!"
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
10/10 Excellent
"This is a beautiful location. What a view!! Lots of walking (hard if you have mobility issues), a nice path at the front of the property. The pools are fantastic. Lots of parking. The room was huge and the beds very comfortable. Will definitely be back. "
Frequently asked questions
How much does a hotel room cost in Santa Elena?
You can discover great hotels in Santa Elena from CNY159 with properties to suit all budgets and needs. Pensión Santa Elena and Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel are a couple of low-cost options that are popular with our travelers. If you're looking for an affordable hotel in Santa Elena that meets all of your requirements, just sort hotels by "Price: low to high" after applying your filters when searching on Hotels.com.
How can I find deals and earn rewards at Santa Elena hotels?
Discover great deals on Santa Elena hotel stays with Hotels.com. It's also a good idea to look at hotel prices mid-week or during the low season as you're likely to find off-peak deals. And make sure to check out our last-minute deals on Santa Elena hotels.
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 hotels in Santa Elena for couples?
Choose a top-rated Santa Elena romantic hotel and enjoy your couple's getaway. Our travelers love Monteverde Lodge, a hotel with an al fresco restaurant and an outdoor pool. Another romantic hotel with top reviews is Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco. This hotel offers a garden-view restaurant and an indoor pool for a perfect stay. Discover more hotels in Santa Elena on Hotels.com for couples by using the "Traveler experience" filter in your search and selecting "Adults only" or "Romantic".
What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Santa Elena?
Some of the best Santa Elena hotels for kids include Monteverde Lodge, Ficus Sunset Suites, and Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco. Monteverde Lodge is a kid-friendly hotel with a guest score of 9.4 out of 10 offering family-friendly amenities like an outdoor pool and children's meals, plus children's robes in guestrooms. Check out Ficus Sunset Suites with a guest score of 9. This popular hotel has an ocean-view restaurant, free parking, a free local cuisine breakfast, and more. Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco is another good option with a free children's club, an indoor pool, and a garden-view restaurant. Discover more kid-friendly hotels in Santa Elena by using the Hotels.com "Family friendly" filter in your search.
What are the top Santa Elena hotels with a pool?
Discover some of the best Santa Elena hotels with a pool for a little extra luxury on your trip. Monteverde Lodge is a great hotel with an outdoor pool and a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10. Plus, you can make the most of its garden-view restaurant and bar/lounge. Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco is a popular hotel that features an indoor pool and a children's pool along with a full-service spa and a garden-view restaurant. You can select "Pool" in the "Amenities" filter of your search on Hotels.com to find even more places to stay in Santa Elena with a pool.
What are some of the best Santa Elena hotels with free parking?
If you're arriving by car, choosing a great Santa Elena hotel with free parking is a plus. Our travelers' favorites include:
- Monteverde Lodge: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.4 out of 10
- Hotel Claro de Luna: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.4
- Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast: A bed & breakfast with an average guest rating of 9.4
What are some popular hotels in central Santa Elena?
For hotels in central Santa Elena, check out Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast and Koora Hotel by Sandglass. Travelers love Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast for its location, as well as the bar/lounge, coffee shop/cafe and free cooked-to-order breakfast this bed & breakfast offers. Koora Hotel by Sandglass is another popular central hotel with a garden-view restaurant, a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/cafe. When you stay at one of these central hotels, you'll be in easy reach of top sights including Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Valle Bonito is a central neighborhood for your Santa Elena vacation.
Where can I find free parking with my stay in Santa Elena?
These hotels offer the perk of free parking: Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco, VISTA AL GOLFO and Cabinas Vista Al Golfo - Hostel.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Santa Elena?
If you need the flexibility to change your plans to Santa Elena, most hotels provide refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Santa Elena if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 5 vacation homes.
What will the weather in Santa Elena be like during my trip?
With an average temperature of 79°F during the coldest months, Santa Elena is a great place to visit any time of year.