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Our top choices for Santa Elena beach hotels

Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (263 reviews)
"The Staff was friendly, the girl on the front desk knew little English thought was very helpful and tried really hard to communicate everything to us. The rooms were nice and clean. The views to the garden were amazing. "
Canada
Saket
Hotel Villa Acacia

Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.6 out of 10, Good, (800 reviews)
"Great place "
Canada
Alexey
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Villas Sol Beach Resort

The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (625 reviews)
"Great staff, clean rooms, good breakfast!"
Canada
Tyler
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
22 Jan - 23 Jan
The Palms At Coco Beach

Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Quaint rooms, authentic Costa Rica vibe, ran by a super nice family, I would recommend to anyone"
United States
Yumi
The price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Santa Elena Lodge

Solindo Stays

Solindo Stays
3.5 star property
Cuajiniquil
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet, Marco went above and beyond for us. Gorgeous place, we really enjoyed our stay. "
United States
Liza
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Solindo Stays

Buddha Retreat Hotel

Buddha Retreat Hotel
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
6.6 out of 10, (14 reviews)
"Great Place to stay near the beach! Tasty food and good service! Definitely will be back! "
United States
Angelina
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Buddha Retreat Hotel

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

La Anita Rainforest Ranch
3.0 star property
Guayabo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Place was fabulous clean food is amazing the chocolate tour was more than we expected "
United States
Heather
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
La Anita Rainforest Ranch

Hotel Colono Beach

Hotel Colono Beach
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (408 reviews)
"Excellent stay!"
Canada
Kyle
Hotel Colono Beach

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Villa Del Sol
2.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (301 reviews)
"Lovely hotel across the street from the beach. Easy walk into the town. Breakfast was lovely. Grounds very nice and room was very adequate. "
Canada
Alison
Hotel Villa Del Sol

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
3.5 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (871 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and location! "
United States
Matthew
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Elena like for travellers who love the beach?
Find a great place to stay in Santa Elena, which has a lot to offer the traveller looking to book a beach holiday.
What's the best place to stay for a beach holiday in Santa Elena?
Buddha Retreat Hotel is a top beachfront hotel with free WiFi and free parking, and it's located close to Playa Cuajiniquil .
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Elena?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Elena: The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are November and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 375 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around Santa Elena?
After arriving and settling in at your accommodation of choice, you might want to venture out and explore. Beach lovers can head straight to Junquillal Beach or Playa Copal for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Santa Rosa National Park and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Maritza Biological Station or Sector Murciélago.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Elena?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Elena more easily: If you're looking to fly to Santa Elena, the closest major airport is in Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.), located 23 mi (37 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to explore more sights.