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30 Aug - 31 Aug
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Our top choices for Santa Elena beach hotels

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Family Quadruple Room
Living area
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1. Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena Lodge
Santa Elena
€91
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Santa Elena Lodge
Beach
Cabin, 1 Bedroom
Basic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Ocean View
Exterior

2. Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
La Cruz
€39
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort
Beach
Traditional Studio
Front of property
Restaurant

3. Nandel Beach Resort

Nandel Beach Resort
La Cruz
€127
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Nandel Beach Resort
Reception
Front of property
Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds
Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds

4. Hotel Punta Descartes

Hotel Punta Descartes
La Cruz
€78
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Punta Descartes
Outdoor pool
Suite
Suite
Garden

5. Hotel Villa del Sueño

Hotel Villa del Sueño
Sardinal
  • Soak up the sun at this tranquil beachside retreat, just steps from Playa Hermosa's golden shores and dazzling sunsets.
€93
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Villa del Sueño
Restaurant
Front of property
Room
Restaurant

6. Karao - Guancaste Airport

Karao - Guancaste Airport
Liberia
€53
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Karao - Guancaste Airport
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area

7. Hotel Ocotal B&B

Hotel Ocotal B&B
Sardinal
  • Escape to Coco Beach with an 8-minute stroll to black sand shores, refreshing outdoor pool, and daily local cuisine breakfast.
€71
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hotel Ocotal B&B
Beach
Balcony Standard Double Room | Terrace/patio
Reception
Terrace/patio

8. The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach
Sardinal
  • Stroll to the black sand beach and relax poolside at this coastal retreat steps from Coco Beach.
€59
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
The Palms At Coco Beach
Outdoor wedding area
Bar (on property)
Sun deck
Restaurant

9. Villas Sol Beach Resort

Villas Sol Beach Resort
Sardinal
  • Experience coastal paradise at this resort with direct beach access, sandy shores, and ocean-view dining just steps from Playa Hermosa.
€98
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Villas Sol Beach Resort
Beach
Bar (on property)
Exterior
Exterior

10. Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
Sardinal
  • Escape to a nature reserve beachfront paradise where white sands meet adventure, with snorkelling, kayaking, and a beach bar.
€492
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

10/10 Excellent
"It was wonderful"
Jacques Berthony 7-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

8/10 Good
"I was at this resort in 2017 I really enjoyed it reason I decided to come back 2026. One thing I would say is there is no upgrades from the last time I was here which it needs to be but it was still nice."
Kimberly 4-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This hideaway resort was fantastic, its not too far from the airport, the restaurants were great, food was decent, but this is not a cheap hotel and its not all-inclusive either, so be prepared. They have on-property activities and tours available on the hotel to book, so overall a good stay and i did enjoy my time there."
Ralton 3-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

10/10 Excellent
"NA"
kelly 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
The Palms At Coco Beach

The Palms At Coco Beach

8/10 Good
"Q"
Lucas 1-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
The Palms At Coco Beach
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

10/10 Excellent
"Loved this place! Husband and I had a wonderful time at this place. We stayed 3 nights, 4 days, The hotel staff was very helpful, the beach was clean, the food was very good and it wasn’t expensive at all!! We truly recommend this hotel and best of all we felt safe at all times even at night."
MARISOL 4-night trip
Posted 6 days ago
Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel will ruin all other hotels for you. The staff was incredible, the grounds were immaculate, the room was amazing, the wildlife and beach on property were unreal. Seriously, if you stay here, there’s no going back to mediocre hotels. You’ve been warned. We’re 100% going back. My wife literally cried when we were leaving."
Derek 5-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

10/10 Excellent
"Overall amazing property with beautiful views. The golf course is a must!"
Conrad 4-night trip
Posted 2 weeks ago
Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

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 Jobo for some quality time by the water. Make time for a range of local attractions, which include Santa Rosa National Park and Sector Murciélago. For even more to see and do, pay a visit to Playa Cuajiniquil or Coronado Beach.
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.