Santa Elena
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Visit Santa Elena

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Modern, clean and conveniently located hotel near the airport with great amenities. Excellent breakfast, pool area and bar with other dining options within walking distance. Spacious rooms and very friendly staff.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Planet Hollywood is a fantastic all inclusive hotel. The staff is very helpful and friendly. One of the managers named Diana, was very attentive to my fiancé and I during the stay and made our comfort and happiness her priority. I will definitely visit again.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
Very family friend, there is only one restaurant but the food is really good. Pool area very nice, and kids friendly. Staff very friendly. Room very clean.
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

Hermosa Paradise
Great location , grocery store so close , 15 minutes walk to beach , restaurants by beach
Reviewed on May 5, 2026

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Staff was amazi
Reviewed on Apr 30, 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
Very happy with our stay, very affordable accommodation very close to the beach with a nice breakfast in the morning and the staff were lovely to deal with. I would highly recommend.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Popular places to visit
Maritza Biological Station
Explore the great outdoors at Maritza Biological Station, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Discover the area's mountain views and hot springs.
Junquillal Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Junquillal Beach during your trip to Santa Elena?
Playa Blanca
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Blanca during your trip to Santa Elena?
La Casona
You can find out about the history of Santa Elena with a trip to La Casona. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Coronado Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coronado Beach during your trip to Cuajiniquil?
Sector Murciélago
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sector Murciélago during your trip to Santa Elena?
Things to do

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