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Santa Elena Travel Info

Number of hotels
1,200
Highest price
£377
Lowest price
£26
Known attractions
Junquillal Beach, Playa Cuajiniquil and Playa Mostrencal

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What's the best place to stay in Santa Elena?

Located 23.7 mi (38.2 km) from the heart of Santa Elena, Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Other good options for your stay in the area are Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort and Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Santa Elena.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Elena has to offer?

Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Elena is located in the mountains, and has a balcony, a garden and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. Kick off your shoes and enjoy yourself with an arcade/games room and 1 hot tub. See all vacation rentals in Santa Elena.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Elena, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Santa Elena.

What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Santa Elena?

Santa Elena Lodge is a top beach lodge offering free breakfast and free WiFi, located within a short 10-minute walk of Playa Cuajiniquil .

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What is staying in Santa Elena like?

Travellers to Santa Elena will find plenty to explore and enjoy. In Santa Elena, there are 4 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Santa Elena.

What should I do while I'm visiting Santa Elena?

The picturesque setting of Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach exemplify the area's natural beauty. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Playa Cuajiniquil and Area de Conservación Guanacaste. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Santa Elena guide.

What's the seasonal weather in Santa Elena?

The hottest months are usually April and March, with an average temperature of 28°C, while the coldest months are November and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 375 mm of rainfall.

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