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Our top choices for Santa Elena vacation rentals

Property grounds
Alan's House

Vacation Home in Santa Elena

Alan's House
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"We had two great nights in Alan’s house. The view is spectacular! "
United States
Jane L.
The price is ￥15,061
￥18,367 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Alan's House
Property grounds
beautiful place a farm. With lots of nature and animals. cozy and quiet cabin.

Cabin in Santaelena

beautiful place a farm. With lots of nature and animals. cozy and quiet cabin.
2.0 out of 10, (1)
"The property owner never responded to multiple messages. The link that VRBO sent with check in information was blank, and the host never provided directions or instructions to access the property. When I called him, the phone didn’t even connect to a voice mail. I think we were scammed."
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥23,391
￥28,693 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 28 - Dec 29
beautiful place a farm. With lots of nature and animals. cozy and quiet cabin.
Deluxe Tree House, Kitchen, Mountain View | Terrace/patio
El Tigre Hideaway

Treehouse in Cabeceras

El Tigre Hideaway
5.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"Beautiful place in the heart of the rain forest."
United States
Siavash
The price is ￥136,837
￥154,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2026
El Tigre Hideaway
Family Cabin, 3 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines

Villa in Monteverde

Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (404)
"Very nice place and quiet. The cabin was well equipped. The team very friendly and cooperative "
United States
Alberto
The price is ￥20,185
￥22,809 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Terrace/patio
Cabañas La Pradera

Cabin in Monteverde

Cabañas La Pradera
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (90)
"Very pleasant stay, beautiful place and wonderful hosts. "
United States
Anonymous traveler
The price is ￥13,958
￥15,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Cabañas La Pradera
Superior Cabin | Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi
Cabañas Rio Escondido

Apartment in Peñas Blancas

Cabañas Rio Escondido
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (60)
"Everything at that place was perfect. Maybe somekind of night stand to leave your glasses-book with a little light would be a plus. "
United States
Lebroncolon
Cabañas Rio Escondido
Dinner served
Chira Glamping Resort Monteverde

Cabin in Monteverde

Chira Glamping Resort Monteverde
3.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (156)
"Beautiful boutique hotel that is perfectly located. The place is clean and serene. The hot tub is a great touch after a long hiking day. "
United States
Pauline
Chira Glamping Resort Monteverde
Restaurant
Almore Hotel

Aparthotel in Monteverde

Almore Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14)
"The sunsets were amazing!! Everything was well cleaned and the staff was really nice! "
Canada
Jasmine
The price is ￥14,158
￥15,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Almore Hotel
Standard Bungalow, 1 Double Bed with Sofa bed, Lake View | Minibar, free WiFi, bed sheets
Cabañas del Lago

Cabin in Peñas Blancas

Cabañas del Lago
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (63)
"Reserve this place if you want to experience unique experience of staying in cabin next to the pons"
United States
Inyeop
The price is ￥12,312
￥13,912 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Cabañas del Lago
Property grounds
Macadamia - Monteverde

Villa in Monteverde

Macadamia - Monteverde
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"We had to change last minute and the Villas Macadamia had a casita. Turned out to be the best place we have stayed. Plenty of space for the whole family, close to town and quiet. "
United States
Laura
Macadamia - Monteverde
Outdoor spa tub
Cabañas Caeli Rainforest Glass Cabin La Perezosa La Fortuna

Cabin in Peñas Blancas

Cabañas Caeli Rainforest Glass Cabin La Perezosa La Fortuna
3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"Everything was perfect and we had an unforgettable time at Cabanas Caeli. We highly recommend this place to all the travellers. It is beautiful and quiet. The owner was very nice and helpful. We received some fresh fruits as welcome gift. "
Canada
Jing
The price is ￥25,709
￥29,051 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Cabañas Caeli Rainforest Glass Cabin La Perezosa La Fortuna
Hallway
Suwa Villa Arenal

Villa in La Fortuna

Suwa Villa Arenal
3.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (107)
"Todo excelente"
Mexico
Alejandro
The price is ￥19,681
￥22,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Suwa Villa Arenal
Exterior
Gateway to Paradise

Cottage in Tilarán

Gateway to Paradise
2.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Beautiful spot with a stunning outlook and viewpoint for watching the sunset. Well-equipped kitchen, washing machine and line. "
Australia
Nastassia
The price is ￥11,657
￥13,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Gateway to Paradise
Comfort Bungalow, Garden View | Terrace/patio
Yakari Grei Bungalows

Vacation Home in Peñas Blancas

Yakari Grei Bungalows
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"The host is very good, always makes sure you have everything you need!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥21,922
￥24,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Yakari Grei Bungalows
Villa 5 | Terrace/patio
Villas Fortuna Boutique

Aparthotel in La Fortuna

Villas Fortuna Boutique
4.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (52)
"This place is so private and cozy, the staff is amazing and nice. We really enjoyed our stay and will highly recommend if you want something different than a regular hotel."
United States
Juan
The price is ￥14,160
￥16,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Villas Fortuna Boutique
House, 2 Bedrooms, Smoking, Balcony | Interior
Cozy & Beautiful Casa Aire, Near Lake Park & Town

Vacation Home in Arenal

Cozy & Beautiful Casa Aire, Near Lake Park & Town
2.0 star property
The price is ￥16,922
￥19,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22, 2026
Cozy & Beautiful Casa Aire, Near Lake Park & Town
Indoor pool
Villas Jawara

Villa in La Fortuna

Villas Jawara
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (52)
"Great view of the volcano when there's not cloud cover. Very relaxing hot tub. Everything we needed, we had in the house."
United States
laura
Villas Jawara
Basic Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, dishwasher, rice cooker
Apartamentos Maily

Apartment in Barrio Pilo

Apartamentos Maily
4.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"This is a nice place to stay."
Canada
Hang
Apartamentos Maily
Traditional Cabin, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Terrace/patio
Cabañas El Bosque del Arenal

Cabin in Peñas Blancas

Cabañas El Bosque del Arenal
3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"It was a beautiful jungle view and the staff was as friendly and helpful as possible. "
United States
Chris
The price is ￥9,122
￥10,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 29 - Dec 30
Cabañas El Bosque del Arenal
Apartment Alba 1 | Mountain view
Biofilia Monteverde

Apartment in Monteverde

Biofilia Monteverde
4.5 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Best spot we've stayed at in Costa Rica! The apartment is super modern, great amenities like Hot Tub, fully stacked kitchen, balcony and a great mattress. Christina and Jesse are awesome, super attentive and professional. Location is great too right on the wildlife refuge. Will be back for sure! "
United States
Maks
The price is ￥19,955
￥22,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Biofilia Monteverde
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent
"Clean facility with beautiful view, hiking trails, and and other entertaining contents. The food in the restaurant is just average but well overpriced."
Miroslav 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Santa Elena?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals in Santa Elena near Monteverde Orchid Garden, or you can go with a more remote option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the gardens and forests in Santa Elena. While you're here, grab a bite or have a drink at the coffeehouses.

What's the top vacation rental that Santa Elena has to offer?

Green Forest Vacations Homes: Visitors like this Santa Elena vacation home rental. It offers an indoor pool, a balcony, and free WiFi to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a stovetop, a microwave, and an electric kettle. Make the most of the garden in this rental home to help you unwind.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Elena?

Expedia has 4 vacation rentals for your stay in Santa Elena.

What can I see and do in Santa Elena?

Monteverde Orchid Garden and Jardín de Orquídeas are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Mundo de los Insectos and Ficus La Raiz are other places to visit while you're in town.

What are vacation rentals like in Santa Elena?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties you can reserve for several days or longer in Santa Elena. Vacation rentals provide amenities like kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of privacy away from shared hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which makes a vacation rental a great option for family trips.