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Ficus Sunset Suites

Ficus Sunset Suites
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (350)
"Very nice hotel with good views "
United States
Nilanjana
The price is AED 1,426
AED 1,611 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Ficus Sunset Suites

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4.0 star property
Monteverde
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (618)
"We stayed in a family room by the pool. It was awesome. Great property. Lovely staff. Comfy beds. Delicious breakfast. Pool was warm. Hot tub could be hotter. Wish there was a microwave in the room. Pool was very nice, and while the resort does overall seems family friendly, the pool is overall somewhat small and includes a swim up bar...so kids jumping, thrashing, splashing around isn't necessarily compatible. I did feel like I had to police my kids quite a bit to prevent them splashing people...
Canada
Brittni
The price is AED 803
AED 908 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (455)
"Everything was wonderful! Staff were super friendly and helpful. Hotel was very clean with beautiful views. "
Canada
Ryan
The price is AED 1,620
AED 1,904 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 January 2026
Monteverde Lodge

Pensión Santa Elena

Pensión Santa Elena
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Excellent hotel with friendly and helpful staff; conveniently located. "
United States
Gilberto
The price is AED 114
AED 200 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Pensión Santa Elena

Hostel Cattleya

Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (56)
"The junior suit was great"
United States
Carlos
The price is AED 73
AED 83 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Hostel Cattleya

Moras Place B&B - Hostel

Moras Place B&B - Hostel
1.5 star property
Monteverde
6.8 out of 10, (3)
"We were running late to check in. The website says they close at 9 pm. We arrived right at 9. No one was there. The next day, the front desk person said they close at 8, then retracted and said he waited until 9 pm. That was not the case. I used the online chat to let them know we would arrive at the last minute - I was afraid of a language barrier on the phone. The front desk never picked up the chat. The street is very narrow where Moras Place is. There is limited parking, and the...
United States
Donna
Moras Place B&B - Hostel
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Elena like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its bird watching and hiking trails, Santa Elena offers a lot for the traveler planning a getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Elena?
You can plan your beach trip with a look at year-round temperatures in Santa Elena: The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.
What is there to see and do around Santa Elena?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Elena has to offer. Discover the area's gardens and bird watching, and make time for local attractions like Monteverde Orchid Garden and Mundo de los Insectos. You can also pay a visit to Jardín de Orquídeas or Ficus La Raiz for more to see and do.
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 with ease. To get to Santa Elena, book a flight to La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), the closest major airport, which is located 17.4 mi (28 km) from the city center. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.