Hotels in Santa Elena

Q: What are some of the best kid-friendly hotels in Santa Elena?

Some of the best Santa Elena hotels for kids include $ Monteverde Lodge 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 Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco with a guest score of 8.4. This popular hotel has an indoor pool, a playground, a garden-view restaurant, and more. Discover more kid-friendly hotels in Santa Elena by using the Hotels.com "Family friendly" filter in your search.

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OutBox Inn

Monteverde

Stay minutes from Monteverde Cloud Forest with free parking and WiFi.

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Monteverde

Experience a peaceful retreat in the cloud forest with easy access to natural wonders.

Hotel Claro de Luna

Monteverde

Family-friendly getaway in Monteverde with easy access to cloud forest adventures.

CNY835 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 5 - Feb 6

VISTA AL GOLFO

Monteverde

Wake up to cloud forest wonders at this B&B, just minutes from nature reserves.

Hotel la Puesta del Sol

Monteverde

Wake up to panoramic forest views at this peaceful B&B in scenic Monteverde.

CNY443 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Pensión Santa Elena

Monteverde

Relax in this laid-back Monteverde hostal near the Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

CNY458 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 2 - Feb 3

Standard Apartment, Mountain View | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabinas Selva Verde

Monteverde

Nestled near the cloud forest, this serene eco-retreat offers wildlife views at sunrise.

CNY319 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Hotel El Atardecer

Monteverde

Scenic mountain retreat with complimentary breakfast offers forest reserve access.

CNY598 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

Hotel con Corazón Monteverde

Monteverde

Eco-friendly hotel near Cloud Forest Reserve, with free breakfast and serene views.

CNY1,069 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 25 - Jan 26

Family Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View | Premium bedding, down comforters, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe

Cala Lodge

Monteverde

Embrace the cloud forest magic with a stay at this eco-friendly mountain retreat.

CNY1,043 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Monteverde Country Lodge

Monteverde

CNY894 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Hotel El Amanecer

Monteverde

Rainforest retreat minutes from Monteverde Cloud Forest with complimentary breakfast.

Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde

Immerse in the cloud forest nearby with a rejuvenating nature-inspired retreat.

CNY3,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

Monteverde Monkey Hostel

Monteverde

CNY276 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Casa Madonna Hotel

Monteverde

CNY551 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

Cabinas El Pueblo - Hostel

Monteverde

Monteverde Cloud Forest hostel with a garden terrace and convenient amenities.

CNY439 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 21 - Jan 22

Junior Studio | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hostel Cattleya

Monteverde

Enjoy a scenic retreat near Monteverde Cloud Forest with hiking trails at your doorstep.

CNY142 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Hostel Coati Place Bed & Breakfast

Monteverde

Eco-conscious hostel just a short drive from Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Monteverde

Escape to a Monteverde spa retreat offering a complete cloud forest experience period.

CNY2,303 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 28 - Jan 29

Lake Arenal Hotel, Brewery & Farm

Santa Rosa

CNY1,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

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Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast

Monteverde

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Top landmarks in Santa Elena

Monteverde Orchid Garden

4.5/5 (29 reviews)

Ready for an education in local botany? Monteverde Orchid Garden should make your list of places to visit, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Elena. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Jardín de Orquídeas, just a short walk away.

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Ficus La Raiz

Travelers who enjoy the great outdoors might want to go to Ficus La Raiz when visiting central Santa Elena. If you like Ficus La Raiz and want to stay outside, head to Monteverde Orchid Garden, Monteverde Butterfly Gardens, or Jardín de Orquídeas, all a short walk away.

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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.

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Monteverde, Santa Elena and Arenal area in Costa Rica highlands. Panoramic view in sunny day of a vast hills and mountains in this pristine region of Central America

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Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful accommodations and resort property. Super friendly and helpful staff. Delicious breakfast was included. Relaxing hot springs!"

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"The staff were incredibly friendly. Right away they offered drinks while we checked in. We were able to use the pool and gym while we waited for our room to be ready. Very clean stay and open spaces. Breakfast had many options and changed depending on the day. Loved the variety of pools and jacuzzis for privacy or bigger groups. "

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Well appointed rooms with large patio area with view of the volcano. Lush, well landscaped grounds. Nice heated pool with swim up bar. Helpful and friendly staff. The only downside were the prices at th restaurant and value for the price. Food could be better and less expensive. Very close to Mistico Hanging Bridges, which is nice. Breakfasts are generally pretty good. "

Frequently asked questions

How much does a hotel room cost in Santa Elena?

You can discover great hotels in Santa Elena from CNY142 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 a garden-view 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 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 Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco with a guest score of 8.4. This popular hotel has an indoor pool, a playground, a garden-view restaurant, and more. 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 driving, a great Santa Elena hotel with free parking is a bonus. Our travelers' favorites include:

Hotel con Corazón Monteverde: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.6 out of 10
Monteverde Lodge: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.4
Hotel Claro de Luna: A hotel with an average guest rating of 9.4

What are some popular hotels in central Santa Elena?

If you're looking 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.

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