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Santa Elena Lodge
Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Stay at a wilderness retreat with unique eco-lodge experience in Santa Elena.
The price is $58
$101 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Santa Elena Lodge
Linda Casita
Linda Casita
2.0 star property
La Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is $38
$43 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Linda Casita
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
2.5 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (72 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Windy shores and kiteboards await at this oceanfront resort in La Cruz with direct bay access.
The price is $42
$59 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Nandel Beach Resort
Nandel Beach Resort
3.5 star property
La Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (196 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Take in coastal beauty at this La Cruz resort situated on the bay with 2 pools.
The price is $142
$160 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Nandel Beach Resort
Hotel Punta Descartes
Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Unwinding along Costa Rica's pacific shoreline with dramatic beach access.
The price is $81
$91 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Hotel Punta Descartes
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (705 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Indulge in thermal hot springs at this tranquil resort near natural waterfalls.
The price is $187
$211 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Borinquen Thermal Resort
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, (471 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience the tranquil magic of Costa Rica's eco-adventure resort in Canas Dulces.
The price is $103
$116 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa
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, (427 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Beachside luxury with pools, marina access, and top-notch spa treatments await.
The price is $1,130
$1,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence
5.0 star property
Papagayo
  • cleanliness
    Secluded retreat at Costa Rica's Ritz-Carlton Reserve offers ocean-view luxury.
The price is $5,200
$6,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Nekajui Peninsula Papagayo, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Residence
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, (1,005 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Experience all-inclusive luxury at this beachfront resort with pools and 7 restaurants.
The price is $525
$525 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
3.0 star property
Curubandé
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (255 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Tranquil lodge near adventure spots with refreshing pool and rejuvenating spa.
The price is $149
$168 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
Canon de La Vieja Lodge
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
4.0 star property
Curubandé
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (856 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Volcanic adventure getaway with sauna, massage, and diverse dining options.
The price is $308
$348 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin
0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja
0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja
3.0 star property
Colonia Dos Rios
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Rustic farm retreat near Rincón de la Vieja, with indoor and outdoor pools for all seasons.
The price is $104
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 7 - Mar 8
0ski Logde Rincón de la Vieja
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
4.5 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (560 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Oceanfront luxury awaits along Costa Rica's Papagayo Peninsula with adults-only exclusivity.
The price is $800
$800 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 4 - Apr 5
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
5.0 star property
Nacascolo
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (248 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Luxurious beachside resort with five restaurants and water activities in Peninsula Papagayo.
The price is $1,720
$2,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
4.0 star property
Sardinal
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
The price is $527
$596 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
3.0 star property
Liberia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Serene Liberian retreat with dual swimming pools and convenient airport proximity.
Apartamento Ganesha Liberia
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
4.0 star property
Sardinal
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (504 reviews)
The price is $362
$409 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Papagayo Golden Palms Beachfront Hotel
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
3.5 star property
Guayabo
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (446 reviews)
  • cleanliness
    Secluded natural paradise in Costa Rica with five refreshing outdoor pools.
The price is $150
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Blue River Resort & Hot Springs
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Santa Elena is well-known for its attractions such as Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach.

Islas Murciélago humanity patrimony 
Guanacaste
Unique rock formation of its type in the world
#beautifull island in Northern Costa Rica
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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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