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Our top choices for Santa Elena hotels

2 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

1. Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
3.5 star property
Santa Elena
7.8 out of 10, Good, (98 reviews)
"Well organized"
United States
Katie
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
Restaurant

2. Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini
2.5 star property
Manglaralto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (314 reviews)
"Great stay and great place for the price, totally recommend!"
United States
Luis
The price is ￥6,334
￥6,967 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hotel Kundalini
Front of property

3. Hosteria la Costanera

Hosteria la Costanera
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (94 reviews)
"Great place and wonderful staff!!!!"
United States
Rene
The price is ￥5,846
￥5,846 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hosteria la Costanera
Poolside bar

4. Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas
4.0 star property
Salinas
7.6 out of 10, Good, (215 reviews)
"Staffs very polite and helpful "
United States
victoria alexandra
The price is ￥28,022
￥30,824 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Hotel Colón Salinas
Free continental breakfast on weekdays

5. Presidente Beach

Presidente Beach
3.0 star property
Salinas
7.2 out of 10, Good, (76 reviews)
"It was a nice hotel. "
United States
Luis
The price is ￥6,990
￥6,990 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Presidente Beach
Terrace/patio

6. Blue Bay Hotel

Blue Bay Hotel
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (178 reviews)
"Excellent location and wonderful staff"
United States
ERIK
The price is ￥12,180
￥12,180 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Blue Bay Hotel
Outdoor pool

7. Hostería Punta Blanca

Hostería Punta Blanca
3.0 star property
Santa Elena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (48 reviews)
"It’s really a nice and quiet place to stay. Love the beach, the pool and they hospitality."
United States
Perla
The price is ￥10,231
￥10,231 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hostería Punta Blanca
Lobby

8. Hotel Mileto

Hotel Mileto
2.5 star property
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Nice staff"
United States
Juan
The price is ￥5,542
￥5,542 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hotel Mileto
Front of property

9. Hotel SoleMare

Hotel SoleMare
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (14 reviews)
"The location is right on the beach which is perfect a very relaxing feeling which I enjoyed. We lost our power for three or four hours which is kind of scary no backup generators. They had problems with the water drinking water which was a nuisance but everyone tried hard and I would recommend it for a no nonsense good place at the beach "
United States
dennis
The price is ￥4,374
￥4,374 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Hotel SoleMare
Front of property

10. Playa Canela Hotel Boutique

Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
3.5 star property
Salinas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"I wasn't wrong to choose Playa Canela Hotel Boutique for my vacation. Without exaggeration, this is a hidden paradise with spectacular views. The owner and staff treat you like family, are very attentive to your needs, and the breakfast is excellent. I definitely recommend it and would return for my next vacation."
United States
Angel
The price is ￥29,195
￥32,115 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
Front of property

11. Palms Oasis Montanita

Palms Oasis Montanita
2.0 star property
Montañita
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Very cozy place with a great vibe. Pet friendly and very accommodating."
United States
Rolando
The price is ￥5,470
￥5,470 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Palms Oasis Montanita
Deluxe Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

12. Casa Olonche Hotel

Casa Olonche Hotel
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (7 reviews)
"Clean room. Comfortable bed. Generous breakfast"
Canada
Erin
The price is ￥25,817
￥25,817 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Casa Olonche Hotel
Exterior

13. Ocean Blue Hotel

Ocean Blue Hotel
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
7.0 out of 10, Good, (2 reviews)
"Estuvo bien lo malo fue que la nueva administración del hotel ya no trabaja con Expedia"
United States
Carlos Luis
The price is ￥7,696
￥8,485 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Ocean Blue Hotel
Front of property

14. Hotel Cocos

Hotel Cocos
3.0 star property
Salinas
6.8 out of 10, (19 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay "
United States
Ricardo
The price is ￥8,375
￥8,375 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Hotel Cocos
Deluxe Room | Balcony

15. The Sea Garden House

The Sea Garden House
2.5 star property
Manglaralto
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Close to the beach and excellent breakfast "
United States
denise
The price is ￥9,208
￥9,208 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
The Sea Garden House
Terrace/patio

16. Cali hotel in Montanita beach

Cali hotel in Montanita beach
3.0 star property
Montañita
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Had an issue with the AC but they managed to accommodate me in another room !! They offered me another night half price but I asked for late checkout instead!! Also gave me freed breakfast.. Staff is willing to help"
United States
Mauricio
The price is ￥4,771
￥4,771 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Cali hotel in Montanita beach
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

17. Samai Lodge Holistic Living

Samai Lodge Holistic Living
4.0 star property
Manglaralto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Excelente hotel en medio de la naturaleza y muy cerca las mejores playas de Ecuador "
United States
Bruno
The price is ￥14,206
￥14,206 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Samai Lodge Holistic Living
Indoor pool

18. Hotel Suites Costa de Oro

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
3.0 star property
La Libertad
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"The staff was very good on all areas, i will recommend any one this place is really good to stay for vacation or business Is very few places with the attention that have on the front desk. "
United States
carlos
The price is ￥4,872
￥9,744 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
Outdoor pool

19. Muyuyo Lodge

Muyuyo Lodge
3.0 star property
Parroquia Colonche
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (19 reviews)
"The staff was fantastic and an amazing view from the pool "
Canada
craig
The price is ￥9,744
￥10,913 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Muyuyo Lodge
On the beach, beach towels, beach bar

20. Dharma Beach Hotel

Dharma Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Great food, location is walking distance to the restaurants and clubs. Staff is helpful and attentive. The beach could use better cleaning. We’ll be back"
United States
Alexandra
The price is ￥19,512
￥21,704 total
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Dharma Beach Hotel
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CASA DE ORON

2.0 star property
Parroquia Colonche
10/10Exceptional (1 review)
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Price is ￥6,173
￥12,346 total
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini

10/10 Excellent
"Vraiment un endroit parfait pour se détendre et de profiter de la plage juste à côté. L’endroit est vraiment magnifique, calme et bien entretenu. Le personnel est très sympathique et professionnel. Rien de négatif à dire."
Israel 2-night trip
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Hotel Kundalini

Frequently asked questions

How much do hotels in Santa Elena cost?
The season and factors like Christmas and school holidays can affect the price of a hotel in Santa Elena. You can find cheap options from ￥4,374 in a few different ways on Expedia. First, key in the dates you'd like to get away, then use the filters like budget and amenities to refine your search. You can also sort by price, so the most economical options appear at the top.
When is the best time to go to Santa Elena?
The best time of year for a Santa Elena trip depends on the type of weather you like, as temperatures differ from one place to another. Seeking a summer vacation in La Libertad? With a tropical savanna climate, you can expect temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 25ºC between December and February.
What is the best area to stay in Santa Elena?
If you're on vacation in Santa Elena, you'll probably find yourself either staying in or passing through La Libertad. Check out the variety of hotels and adventures here, and think about adding some extra days to truly immerse yourself in this exciting destination.
What are the top all-inclusive hotels in Santa Elena?
Turn your retreat in Santa Elena into a long-lasting memory at Hotel Colón Salinas. Embrace the ease of an all-inclusive hotel, where one flat upfront rate usually includes your room, food, drinks and more. After checking in, you'll be able to use most of the facilities without paying each time.
How can I find cheap hotels in Santa Elena?
Find affordable stays with minimal effort by making use of our handy filters. Choose the "Price per night" box to see money-saving options in Santa Elena. You can also take a look at our cheap hotels in Santa Elena page. The lowest rate available starts at ￥4,374 per night.
What are the best hotels in Santa Elena for families?
Pack your bags (and the kids!) and look forward to a fun-packed vacation at one of our popular family-friendly properties in Santa Elena. Located in Manglaralto, Hotel Kundalini is an awesome pick. A playground and a sauna are a couple of the amenities here. Or kick back with the fam at Rincón dOlón - Boutique Hotel. You can also look for your ideal stay by checking the "Family friendly" box in the "Traveler experience" section of our filter tool.
What are the top beach hotels in Santa Elena?
Prepare to be swept away by an ideal combination of fun and relaxation at our Santa Elena ocean-view hotels. One of our leading accommodations is Hotel Kundalini, which offers conveniences like hypo-allergenic bedding and a nearby waterfront. Another pick promising waves of beachside bliss is Rincón dOlón - Boutique Hotel. Both these escapes are located in Manglaralto.
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