Santa Elena Holidays

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Your Santa Elena Holiday

With plenty of highlights as well as hidden gems, this city is best explored with a Santa Elena holiday package. Look for places to stay in La Lindora, which is good for hiking, views and nature. If your trip to Santa Elena includes a little sightseeing, don't miss popular attractions like Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and Curi-Cancha Reserve. That dream Santa Elena holiday is just a few clicks away. Explore accommodation, flights and more on Expedia for a getaway that's tailored to suit your style.

Santa Elena Holiday

Santa Elena Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Costa Rican colóns
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Max Temp Winter
32ºC
Max Temp Summer
32ºC
Top Sights
Bat Jungle, Serpentario and Ranario

Our pick of the best Santa Elena Hotel Deals

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3 out of 5
300 Mtrs Southwest From SuperCompro, Supermarket, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Second time here and still a fantastic place to stay. Friendly staff, beautiful grounds and the breakfast is very good! Highly recommend if you’re in the area!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

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Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Monteverde Lodge
Monteverde Lodge
4 out of 5
Monteverde, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is AU$628 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$628
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews)
Fairly priced and clean.
"Clean and good hotel. Nice ala-carte breakfast. Comfortable stay for the price point."

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Monteverde Lodge
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4 out of 5
100 meters east of the Ranario, Monteverde, Puntarenas
The price is AU$376 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$376
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
8.4/10 Very Good! (607 reviews)
"Property was very clean and green, beautiful. Staff and service was excellent."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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What to do in Santa Elena

Cloud Forest hanging bridges tour with a local tour guide

Monteverde: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Tour

AU$43
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monteverde: Cloud Forest Hanging Bridges Guided Tour
Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding

3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding

AU$177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
3-in-1 Monteverde Cloud Forest Waterfalls, Wild Trekking and Horseback Riding
Night Tour in Monteverde

Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, Sloths & Jungle Experience

AU$58
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, Sloths & Jungle Experience
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Elena holiday package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Santa Elena getaway. However, factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your holiday to Santa Elena costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Elena?
You can usually find lower prices and greater availability in August, September and October. Check out our cheap Santa Elena holiday packages and you could score some great off-season deals.
How many days is enough for Santa Elena?
With a well-organised itinerary, you can easily tick off the main Santa Elena attractions in a handful of days. But if you prefer to explore off the beaten track or take day trips, think about booking your Santa Elena holiday for longer.
Is it worth booking a holiday package to Santa Elena?
During your Santa Elena holiday, you can look forward to enjoying some top-notch nature and hiking. Leave enough room in your itinerary to check out major sights like Curi-Cancha Reserve and Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde.
How to find the best Santa Elena package deals?
Finding a cheap Santa Elena package deal is easy with Expedia. Once you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your budget, add a couple of filters and see what's available. You can customise your search by "Popular locations," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most pocket-friendly Santa Elena package deals. Want a simple trick to score even more savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider travelling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Elena holiday as a package?
Expedia holiday packages are designed to make your money go further. Bundle your flight, hotel and car rental into one great-value price and you could save hundreds of dollars. You'll typically snag a better deal than booking each component individually. And you'll still enjoy the flexibility to create a customised Santa Elena holiday by choosing your favourite airline, accommodation type and car class.
When to book a holiday package to Santa Elena?
Score incredible discounts by booking your flights early with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your style, snap up one of our last-minute deals for an impromptu Santa Elena getaway.
How to plan a trip to Santa Elena?

  1. Choose when to travel: Check your calendar and get your bags packed. Your favourite season and the type of activities on offer will also help you decide when to escape to Santa Elena.
  2. Work out your budget: Ensure you have enough money to pay for everything from dining out and transportation to activities and flights. Your hotel will likely be the largest expense during your trip to Santa Elena.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're more familiar with Santa Elena, you can work out the perfect length of your holiday. Put together a draft itinerary and allocate enough time to get through everything on your must-do list.
  4. Combine your flights and hotel: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. Now all that's left is to choose a Santa Elena holiday package that brings all your bookings together.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.