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

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
3.5 star property
Santa Elena
7.6 out of 10, Good, (86)
"Staff"
United States
Sandra
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
Poolside bar
Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas
4.0 star property
Salinas
7.4 out of 10, Good, (197)
"I loved this hotel is the best one in this town"
United States
Jorge A.
The price is ￥24,994
￥27,493 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Colón Salinas
Restaurant
Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini
2.5 star property
Manglaralto
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (276)
"Great venue for Montanita."
Mexico
Robert
Hotel Kundalini
Front of property
Hosteria la Costanera

Hosteria la Costanera

Hosteria la Costanera
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (81)
"Very good"
United States
Aurelio
The price is ￥5,648
￥5,648 total
Dec 25 - Dec 26
Hosteria la Costanera
Terrace/patio
Blue Bay Hotel

Blue Bay Hotel

Blue Bay Hotel
3.0 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (173)
"Excellent location and wonderful staff"
United States
ERIK
The price is ￥11,768
￥16,475 total
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Blue Bay Hotel
Terrace/patio
Hotel Ipanema Beach

Hotel Ipanema Beach

Hotel Ipanema Beach
2.5 star property
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4)
"Bien!"
Costa Rica
Diego
The price is ￥4,707
￥4,707 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Hotel Ipanema Beach
Indoor pool
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
3.0 star property
La Libertad
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"Clean, friendly staff, convenient to mall"
United States
William
The price is ￥3,923
￥7,846 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
On the beach, beach towels, beach bar
Dharma Beach Hotel

Dharma Beach Hotel

Dharma Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (41)
"Excellent stay"
United States
sebastian
Dharma Beach Hotel
Exterior
Hotel California

Hotel California

Hotel California
3.0 star property
Montañita
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (2)
"El personal que nos recibió muy amable, pero la ubicación del hotel no es para nada buena, y las instalaciones están bastante viejas "
Mexico
Nadia Belen
The price is ￥7,845
￥9,022 total
Dec 28 - Dec 29
Hotel California
Lobby
Hotel Mileto

Hotel Mileto

Hotel Mileto
2.5 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (4)
"Nice staff"
United States
Juan
The price is ￥6,653
￥6,653 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Hotel Mileto
Front of property
Playa Canela Hotel Boutique

Playa Canela Hotel Boutique

Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
3.5 star property
Salinas
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Amazing experience, great location amazing work staff. Room was very clean and spacious like explained. Everything was great and amazing would recommend to everyone. Extremely friendly and outgoing. "
United States
Angel
Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
Front of property
Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita

Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita

Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita
2.5 star property
Manglaralto
6.6 out of 10, (7)
"Good views"
United States
Ronny
Hotel Sol y Playa Montañita
Outdoor pool
Hostería Punta Blanca

Hostería Punta Blanca

Hostería Punta Blanca
3.0 star property
Santa Elena
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (29)
"A very pleasant stay! "
United States
LUIS
The price is ￥10,004
￥10,004 total
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Hostería Punta Blanca
Family Suite | Private kitchen
Sea Horse

Sea Horse

Sea Horse
2.0 star property
Salinas
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (6)
"Good place, clean room and friendly staff"
Australia
Valeria
The price is ￥5,962
￥5,962 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Sea Horse
Meeting facility
Presidente Beach

Presidente Beach

Presidente Beach
3.0 star property
Salinas
7.0 out of 10, Good, (71)
"It was a nice hotel. "
United States
Luis
The price is ￥8,661
￥8,661 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
Presidente Beach
Deluxe Room | Balcony
The Sea Garden House

The Sea Garden House

The Sea Garden House
2.5 star property
Manglaralto
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (32)
"Close to the beach and excellent breakfast "
United States
denise
The price is ￥7,767
￥7,767 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
The Sea Garden House
Exterior
Hosteria Ecologica El faro

Hosteria Ecologica El faro

Hosteria Ecologica El faro
3.0 star property
Salinas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"Animals were fantastic !!!"
United States
Jerry
Hosteria Ecologica El faro
Standard Double Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos

Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"Management exceeded my expectations. Courtyard is a well-designed and manicured tropical garden. Every area is a stunning picture."
Mexico
Michael
The price is ￥10,355
￥11,391 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Balsa Surf Camp by Rotamundos
Deluxe Suite | Down comforters, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Casa Olonche Hotel

Casa Olonche Hotel

Casa Olonche Hotel
3.0 star property
Manglaralto
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (5)
"Demasiado bonito "
Mexico
Paola
Casa Olonche Hotel
Interior
Beautiful Home in Salinas Contry Club, Near the Sea, Salinas, Costa Rica

Beautiful Home in Salinas Contry Club, Near the Sea, Salinas, Costa Rica

Beautiful Home in Salinas Contry Club, Near the Sea, Salinas, Costa Rica
Salinas
The price is ￥15,533
￥21,025 total
Dec 24 - Dec 25
Beautiful Home in Salinas Contry Club, Near the Sea, Salinas, Costa Rica
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Hotel Kundalini

Hotel Kundalini

10/10 Excellent
"The resort is in a great location. Quiet and comfortable. Just a few minutes to the town for a bit more excitement. The service is exceptional in every respect."
Craig 3-night trip
Posted 10 days ago
Hotel Kundalini

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How much do hotels in Santa Elena cost?
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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.
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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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