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Cheap Hotels in Santa Elena

A wooden cabin with large windows, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A wooden interior with a bench, a chair, and a table.

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A room with a ceiling fan, two chairs, a bench, and large windows with a view of trees.

1. Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena

$58

$101 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of a swimming pool and outdoor seating area.

A beach with a rocky outcrop in the distance, clear skies, and green foliage in the foreground.

A wooden cabin with a glass door, a massage chair, a massage table, an ice box, and a wall-mounted dreamcatcher.

A compact kitchen with a wooden table, a wicker chair, and a hanging light fixture.

2. Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

La Cruz

$166

$207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A wooden cabin room with a bed, a window with curtains, and a wooden shelf.

A rustic wooden house with a balcony, a stone wall, and a palm tree.

A modern room with a wooden ceiling, a sofa, a bed, and a dining area.

A beach with clear waters, a sandy shore, and lush greenery.

3. Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

La Cruz

$30

$45 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern living room with a sofa, ottomans, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and tables.

4. JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, All-Inclusive

La Cruz

$611

$611 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A resort pool area with a thatched-roof structure, palm trees, and lounge chairs.

A beach with a sandy shore, calm water, and a forested hill in the background.

A hotel with a two-story structure, a covered outdoor seating area, and a well-maintained lawn with palm trees.

An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style buildings, a central pool area, and a beachside location.

5. Nandel Beach Resort

La Cruz

$131

$148 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A rural landscape with a road, scattered trees, and a few buildings.

A swimming pool with a clear blue water surface, surrounded by a covered area with chairs and tables.

Two individuals riding horses on a gravel path with a green surface, surrounded by trees and a white building.

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a ceiling fan, a painting, and a view of the outside.

6. www.elcocobolofoodanrest.com

Canas Dulces

$71

$80 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A woman sitting by a clear pool with a stone wall and lush greenery in the background.

A spacious restaurant with wooden walls and large windows, offering a view of lush greenery. Tables are set with chairs and dining essentials.

A woman in a floral dress standing on a wooden bridge surrounded by lush greenery.

A two-story house with a front porch, a covered patio, and a well-maintained garden.

7. Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Canas Dulces

$82

$93 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A person meditating on a wooden deck with a view of mountains and trees.

A room with a bed, a window, and a stone wall.

A kitchenette with a wooden cabinet, a sink, a small refrigerator, and a stone wall.

A dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by chairs, a hanging light fixture, and a potted plant.

8. Casa Paz by Otium

La Cruz

$47

$53 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A cozy lounge area with plush seating, a wooden table, and various potted plants.

A bathroom with a white toilet, a wooden vanity with a sink, and a mirror. There are towels and a toilet paper roll on the vanity.

A sunset view with a cross and palm trees.

A two-story building with a restaurant named 'Mirador Bar Restaurant' at the ground level.

9. Hotel Punta Descartes

La Cruz

$80

$91 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A clear blue pool surrounded by tropical vegetation and a thatched-roof structure.

A person standing on a wooden deck with a metal railing, overlooking a lush landscape with trees and hills.

A spacious hallway with wooden flooring, a central wooden table, and a chandelier.

A wooden cabin with a wooden deck, surrounded by dense tropical foliage.

10. Borinquen Thermal Resort

Canas Dulces

$224

$253 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern outdoor pool area with a covered seating area and a waterfall feature.

An outdoor patio with wooden beams, a stone fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

A stone sculpture of a mythical creature on a pedestal, with a black metal gate and a yellow building in the background.

A dining area with a table, chairs, and a window with a view of a building and greenery outside.

11. #1 New & Modern 2 bed Suite With Shared Pool

Liberia

$125

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A person sitting by a clear water body surrounded by rocks and trees.

A bar area with a wooden bar counter, multiple stools, and hanging wicker lamps.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a mounted TV, and a view of an outdoor pool area.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

12. Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Curubandé

$141

$159 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A restaurant interior with a wooden counter, multiple tables and chairs, and large windows allowing natural light.

A hotel room with a bed, a television, a wooden door, and a painting on the wall.

A hotel reception desk with a man on the phone, framed pictures on the wall, and flower arrangements.

A person sitting on a bench reading a book in an outdoor area with a tiled floor and a green hedge.

13. Hotel Santa Ana Liberia Airport

Liberia

$67

$76 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A wooden cabin with a porch, a bed, and a small table.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a window with a grid pattern, and a white sofa.

A wooden cabin with a porch, a chair, and a small garden area.

A wooden cabin with a bed, a staircase, and a small seating area with chairs.

14. Santa Maria Volcano Lodge

Guayabo

$56

$63 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A lobby with a reception desk, two lamps, a stone wall, and a television.

A bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and a long counter with a television.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, glass tables, and a view of a well-maintained garden.

A hotel with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and palm trees.

15. Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

$127

$144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden outdoor seating area with a table and benches, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

A wooden pedestrian bridge with metal railings, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A wooden cabin bedroom with a bed, nightstand, lamp, and large windows overlooking a forest.

A wooden cabin with a sloped roof, a porch with lattice railings, and a small entrance.

16. Cabañas Don Ramiro

Guayabo

$98

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A modern bar area with a long wooden counter, multiple bar stools, and hanging decorative lights.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a bar area, surrounded by a modern building with large windows and a covered seating area.

A modern reception desk with a curved design, a flat-screen TV, and a sign indicating the location as Hampton Guanacaste Airport, Costa Rica.

A buffet area with a central serving station, multiple food stations, and a coffee machine.

17. Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

$127

$144 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A wooden cabin with a porch, surrounded by greenery.

A wooden deck with tables and chairs, overlooking a natural landscape with trees and a rock formation.

A natural hot spring surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

A stone pool with a metal staircase leading up to it, surrounded by lush greenery and a rock wall.

18. Canon de La Vieja Lodge

Curubandé

$140

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 26 - Sep 27

A hotel lobby with a central atrium, a staircase, and hanging plants.

A hallway with a dining area featuring tables and chairs, a glass partition, and a green emergency exit sign.

A hotel named Hotel Del Rio with a red roof, a reception desk, and a parking area.

A restaurant interior with multiple tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and large windows allowing natural light.

19. Hotel del Rio

Liberia

$70

$79 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A lush garden with a circular pool surrounded by tropical plants and a wooden fence.

A lush garden with rock formations and dense foliage.

A stone bridge over a small pond, surrounded by lush greenery and a rocky backdrop.

A wooden cabin-style room with four beds, a ceiling fan, a television, and a dining area.

20. Blue River Resort & Hot Springs

Guayabo

$140

$158 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

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Top landmarks in Santa Elena

Maritza Biological Station

Maritza Biological Station is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from central Santa Elena, why not stop by during your stay. The area also offers fun activities like horseback riding and ziplining. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Pitilla Biological Station, just a short walk away.

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Junquillal Beach

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Junquillal Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from central Santa Elena. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Playa Guaria located nearby.

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Coronado Beach

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Coronado Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central Cuajiniquil. Catch the sunset by the shore at Playa Guaria, just a short walk away.

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Playa Blanca

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Playa Blanca is a spot you might want to check out, located 11.5 mi (18.4 km) from central Santa Elena. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Sector Murciélago and Playa Rajadita.

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Playa Cuajiniquil

If being by the water is a major draw, Playa Cuajiniquil is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Cuajiniquil. Catch the sunset by the shore at Coronado Beach and Playa Guaria, located nearby.

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Playa Guaria

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Playa Guaria is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from central Cuajiniquil. Catch the sunset by the shore at Coronado Beach, just a short walk away.

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Sector Murciélago

If being by the water is a major draw, Sector Murciélago is a spot you might want to check out, located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from central Santa Elena. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Coronado Beach, Junquillal Beach, and Playa Cuajiniquil.

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Pitilla Biological Station

Pitilla Biological Station is 12.8 mi (20.7 km) from central Santa Elena, why not stop by during your stay. The area also offers fun activities like horseback riding and ziplining. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Maritza Biological Station, just a short walk away.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best cheap things to do in Santa Elena?

Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Santa Elena, enjoy the outdoors at Santa Rosa National Park or Junquillal Beach. Be certain to include a visit to Playa Blanca.