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4 Mar - 5 Mar
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5 Mar - 6 Mar
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6 Mar - 8 Mar
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13 Mar - 15 Mar

Our top choices for Santa Elena beach hotels

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Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"The location is safe and peaceful, the staff are very polite and welcoming, and the breakfast is delicious. The room was clean and comfortable. I would happily stay here again."
United States
Luidmila
Hotel Ocotal B&B
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Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
2.5 star property
Santa Elena
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"What a slice of paradise! Rooms, staff, hotel facilities were fantastic and run by a Costa Rican familyas described and pictured. Excellent if you’d like an out-of-the-way place from the crowds, this area is absolutely perfect."
Canada
Robert
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Santa Elena Lodge
Premium bedding, down duvets, minibar, in-room safe

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

La Anita Rainforest Ranch
3.0 star property
Guayabo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (112 reviews)
"Place was fabulous clean food is amazing the chocolate tour was more than we expected "
United States
Heather
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
La Anita Rainforest Ranch
Breakfast, lunch, brunch served; Latin American cuisine

Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (201 reviews)
"It was a clean comfortable room. Staff were great and very accommodating The food was excellent and the best iced coffee ever. Perfect stop to the airport "
United States
John
The price is AU$101
includes taxes & fees
5 Mar - 6 Mar
Karao - Guancaste Airport
Outdoor pool, open 6 AM to 6 PM, pool loungers

Borinquen Thermal Resort

Borinquen Thermal Resort
3.5 star property
Canas Dulces
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (705 reviews)
"Beautiful stay and great staff "
Canada
Nicholas
The price is AU$351
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Borinquen Thermal Resort
Reception

Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Punta Descartes
3.0 star property
La Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (24 reviews)
"Excelente Service and Good Food,"
United States
Elsworth
Hotel Punta Descartes
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Hotel Guanacaste

Hotel Guanacaste
2.0 star property
Liberia
6.8 out of 10, (257 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean and basic. Perfect location for catching the bus. "
Canada
Melissa
Hotel Guanacaste
Beach nearby

Hotel Villa Acacia

Hotel Villa Acacia
3.0 star property
Sardinal
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (282 reviews)
"Beautiful grounds, hard working courteous and helpful staff"
Canada
Don
Hotel Villa Acacia
Outdoor wedding area

Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
3.5 star property
Sardinal
7.8 out of 10, Good, (841 reviews)
"Great place "
Canada
Alexey
The price is AU$215
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Villas Sol Beach Resort
Outdoor pool

Tortuga Verde Glamping

Tortuga Verde Glamping
3.0 star property
Sardinal
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (46 reviews)
"Great stay, everything as described!"
United States
Ansh
Tortuga Verde Glamping
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Kelly 4-night trip
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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 Playa Copal or Playa Coco for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach. 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.