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

1. Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

La Cruz

"Un lugar sin privacidad. La parte frontal de la habitación es de vidrio( Sucios) lo que expone a los huéspedes a la mirada en todo momento de cualquier persona. Durante nuestra estancia habían trabajadores que acentúaban aún más este problema. Además, mantenían música y conversaciones a alto volumen. Parquear es todo un reto, especialmente con un coche grande y con otros coches en el parqueo. Para salir de la propiedad hay que bajar del coche y digitar un código, lo cual me parece una...

Oscar

￥33,154 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A coastal landscape with clear waters, a sandy beach, rocky outcrops, and a mountainous backdrop.

2. Cozy 2-bedroom house in perfect Puerto Soley with AC 10 mins to beaches

Puerto Soley

￥19,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

3. Casa Paz by Otium

La Cruz

"Incroyable endroit de paix! Propriété magnifique avec chevaux, si singes… la cabane rustique tient bien c’est nom, c’est rustique! Mais l’expérience vaut la peine. Le manager sur place est d’une gentillesse et d’un dévouement incroyable! Sans voiture, l’endroit n’est pas très facile d’accès, mais avec une voiture il n’y a pas de problème. C’était le stop parfait avant de traverser au Nicaragua."

David

￥13,360 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

4. House 5 minutes from the beach in Guanacaste

La Cruz

￥18,152 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A modern living room with a large window, a pool, and a view of greenery.

5. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

La Cruz

￥35,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A bedroom with a bed, a small desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

6. Apartment up to 7 people with kitchen

La Cruz

￥20,306 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern outdoor patio with green wire mesh chairs and a table, overlooking a lush landscape and a modern house.

7. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

La Cruz

￥35,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A tent with a bed and a table, surrounded by trees.

8. Boutique Safari Surrounded by Nature

Soley

￥37,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

9. Boutique Safari Surrounded by Nature

La Cruz

￥37,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

10. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari #4

La Cruz

￥35,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A person meditating outdoors on a wooden deck with trees and a mountainous backdrop.

11. Garden Casita | Private Bath | Carrizal

La Cruz

￥17,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

12. Stone Casita | Garden Views | Carrizal

La Cruz

￥20,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A swimming pool with a view of the sky and a building in the background.

13. Toro Blanco Resort

Sardinal

Carmela

￥13,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 21 - Nov 22

A modern house with a covered patio, a lawn, and a small garden with cacti.

14. Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

Liberia

HENRY HS

￥11,445 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern house with a swimming pool, two umbrellas, and a patio area.

15. T Loft

Playa Hermosa

Barry

￥23,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 1 - Dec 2

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, and a building with a tower.

16. Pacifico Rentals

Sardinal

￥46,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A lush garden with palm trees and various shrubs, a pathway, and a building with large windows.

17. Hermosa Paradise

Sardinal

Jana

￥10,065 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 23 - Nov 24

A modern outdoor seating area with a view of a house and landscape.

18. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari #3

La Cruz

￥35,943 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 14 - Nov 15

A swimming pool with a pizza float, surrounded by plants and string lights.

19. Anona Guesthouse

Sardinal

Spenser

￥17,158 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

An outdoor dining area with a table set for two, surrounded by chairs, a hammock, and a grill.

20. Volcanic-Stone Cottage | Sleeps 8 | Carrizal

La Cruz

￥44,669 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

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

Santa Elena Lodge

Santa Elena

10/10 Excellent

STEVE

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

Nandel Beach Resort

La Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort

La Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

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

Borinquen Thermal Resort

Canas Dulces

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay at Borinquen. The facility is fabulous - set on 6,000 acres adjacent to Rincon La Vieja National Park. It is "into the wild" with getting there requiring you to drive on a rocky, dirt road about 12 miles off the highway. The grounds of the hotel were pristine. We saw lots of monkeys, toucans and other wildlife right outside our room. They have a big pool, hot springs and mud baths we all enjoyed. We stayed in a standard room the 1st night and then the JR Suites the...

Bryan Fisher

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

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Liberia

10/10 Excellent

Louis

A poolside setting with a drink garnished with fruit and a hibiscus flower, a plate of sliced fruits, and a pool in the background.

Hotel Villa del Sueño

Sardinal

10/10 Excellent

We love this hotel. It is a short walk to the beach, offers great facilities and had a great restaurant, all at a very reasonable nightly rate. During our stay the hotel had live music several nights. No worries about what to do, the hotel can arrange excellent tours to meet every desire. We loved the staff. They were very friendly, always helpful, knowledgeable, and treated us like family. Villa del Sueno will be our go to stay for a mid winter break in the future.

Anonymous traveler

A multi-level building with balconies, large pillars, and indoor seating areas.

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

Sardinal

10/10 Excellent

LaKesha B

A resort with a pool, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a stone wall.

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Nacascolo

10/10 Excellent

The best hotel I have ever stayed at. The animal life AT the hotel itself is fantastic. I have never seen so many hummingbirds and butterflies. Troops of monkeys, both Howlers and Capuchins come through the property daily; right to the edge of the two pools, and for viewing from the private decks of each jungle facing room. If you ever wanted to watch monkeys, iguanas, and coati mundi's play in the trees from your pool or room while sipping a margarita, you have found the place. Just casually...

jacob

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

Liberia

10/10 Excellent

Hazel

An aerial view of a resort with multiple swimming pools, sun loungers, and outdoor seating areas.

El Mangroove Papagayo, Autograph Collection

Sardinal

10/10 Excellent

El Mangroove is a modern, beautiful property located on a very calm bay with great sunset views. The area is very peaceful - a perfect place to relax and unwind. The staff could not be nicer or more attentive. They went out of their way to entertain our kids, make sure we were comfortable and taken care of, etc. Food was delicious. I wish we could have stayed longer. It's only about 20 minutes to Liberia airport.

Renee

A wooden deck with a hammock and benches, overlooking a lush green landscape.

La Anita Rainforest Ranch

Guayabo

10/10 Excellent

The setting is breathtaking, with the volcanoes and rain forests surrounding you and gorgeous wildlife throughout. The hosts Ana and Pablo are incredible warm caring people who have unmatched hospitality. The tour of the chocolate plantation is a must - samples were delicious. Eat the food they prepare; it is fresh, tasty, and they can accommodate vegetarians. Most guests had rented a car because getting there requires some smaller gravel roads through tiny towns. The facilities are done with...

A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation and a clear blue sky.

Hotel Villa Del Sol

Sardinal

10/10 Excellent

This is a great hotel. The staff were very helpful and friendly. We used the pool several times. The room was very comfortable and the air conditioning was a nice perk. You are a 20 minute walk to the main city center. I would highly recommend listening to the advice of the hotel staff and walk along the beach. The walk along the road would not be recommended, especially at night. This property is a good value for your money. I would stay here again.

Michael

T Loft

Playa Hermosa

10/10 Excellent

T Loft at Playa Hermosa was an amazing experience for me. It was my first time traveling to Costa Rica alone and I was a bit nervous before the trip but that all went away as soon as I arrived. The number one important thing for me was to feel safe and secure and T Loft ended up being the perfect place for me. The place was wonderful. It was clean with up-to-date amenities, it was quiet at night, and an overall smooth check-in and check-out process. The host upgraded me to a larger space as soon...

Taj

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

Hotel Hacienda Guachipelin

Curubandé

10/10 Excellent

This hotel exceeded my expectations in every way. I loved the upgraded superior room we stayed in. The room had everything we could ask for-- a private yard with hammock, room safe, espresso machine, tv, ice-cold a/c, wonderful smelling hand soap, lotion, shampoo, and conditioner, blow dryer, hand mirror, closet with hangers, bedside reading lamps, and stocked refridge. Anytime we called the front desk for something, the staff attended to our needs in record time. I fell and scraped my knee...

Christine

A person in a swimming pool with a view of a body of water and greenery.

Hotel Pura Vista

Sardinal

10/10 Excellent

Donna

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

Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa

Canas Dulces

10/10 Excellent

MY husband and I spend our honeymoon here! We lover it. Very secluded up in the mountains. We stayed for 10 days and were not bored at all. We did activities everyday! The staff was amazing. I loved everyone in the front desk they were so helpful. To even the bartenders G and Joseph they were such good company! Ian our tour guide was very very smart. He knows every animal down to small bugs. The room was comfy nothing too fancy. Food was good too. I will have to say this experience was life...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there vacation rentals in Santa Elena?

Yes, we have vacation rentals close to the most popular local attractions in Santa Elena, or you can go with a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.

What's the top vacation rental in Santa Elena?

Luxury Ocean View Above Coco Beach - Concierge + Hot Tub + Daily Housekeeping: This vacation home near Santa Elena is located in a rural location and has a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the hot tub in this rental home to help you unwind.

What can I see and do in Santa Elena?

Santa Rosa National Park and Sector Murciélago are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Other places in town to visit include Playa Cuajiniquil and Coronado Beach.

What are vacation rentals like in Santa Elena?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can book for several days or longer in Santa Elena. Vacation rentals provide amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of seclusion away from public hotel elevators and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.

Santa Elena Vacation Rentals

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Our top choices for Santa Elena vacation rentals

1. Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

2. Cozy 2-bedroom house in perfect Puerto Soley with AC 10 mins to beaches

3. Casa Paz by Otium

4. House 5 minutes from the beach in Guanacaste

5. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

6. Apartment up to 7 people with kitchen

7. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

8. Boutique Safari Surrounded by Nature

9. Boutique Safari Surrounded by Nature

10. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari #4

11. Garden Casita | Private Bath | Carrizal

12. Stone Casita | Garden Views | Carrizal

13. Toro Blanco Resort

14. Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

15. T Loft

16. Pacifico Rentals

17. Hermosa Paradise

18. Welcome to Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari #3

19. Anona Guesthouse

20. Volcanic-Stone Cottage | Sleeps 8 | Carrizal

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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Santa Elena Lodge

10/10 Excellent

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What are vacation rentals like in Santa Elena?