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Top Santa Elena Beach Hotels

Ficus Sunset Suites
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (348)
"Everyone was incredible and very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely stay again!"
United States
Amanda
Ficus Sunset Suites
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (615)
"We loved our stay at Hotel Poco a Poco! The location is perfect—close to town but still peaceful—and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful with recommendations. Our room was clean and cozy, and the restaurant served excellent meals. The only downside was that the pool and jacuzzi were under renovation during our visit, but everything else more than made up for it. Highly recommended for a Monteverde stay!"
United States
William
The price is AED 803
AED 908 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Monteverde Lodge
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (450)
"Beautiful lodge"
United Kingdom
Andreea
The price is AED 1,011
AED 1,216 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Monteverde Lodge
Pensión Santa Elena
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (358)
"Excellent hotel with friendly and helpful staff; conveniently located. "
United States
Gilberto
The price is AED 113
AED 198 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Pensión Santa Elena
Hostel Cattleya
1.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"The junior suit was great"
United States
Carlos
The price is AED 62
AED 71 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hostel Cattleya
Moras Place B&B - Hostel
1.5 star property
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.