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Tonight
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Tomorrow
23 Oct - 24 Oct
This weekend
23 Oct - 25 Oct
Next weekend
30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Santa Elena luxury hotels

A spacious outdoor bar area with wooden flooring, bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A modern loft with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a living space with a large plant.
A modern building with a large sign reading "koora".
An outdoor dining area with wicker chairs and tables, large windows overlooking a scenic view, and modern lighting fixtures.

1. Koora Hotel by Sandglass

Koora Hotel by Sandglass
Monteverde
  • Lush luxury mountain retreat offers panoramic forest views from private balconies amid free-roaming wildlife.
6.793.705 ₫
7.676.886 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Koora Hotel by Sandglass
A lakeside lodge with multiple levels, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering plants.
An outdoor restaurant with a wooden deck overlooking a calm lake, surrounded by lush greenery.
A swimming pool with a stone wall and wooden deck, surrounded by plants and hanging baskets.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a wooden staircase, a hammock, and a view of the outdoors.

2. El Establo Mountain Hotel

El Establo Mountain Hotel
Monteverde
  • Luxuriate in mountain splendour at this Monteverde retreat with pillowtop beds, full-service spa, and panoramic rainforest views.
6.617.816 ₫
7.478.132 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
El Establo Mountain Hotel
A rooftop terrace with a fire pit, outdoor seating, and a glass balustrade overlooking a lush landscape.
A rustic interior with wooden walls, a large fireplace, and green and yellow chairs.
A blue plate with a dessert on a wooden table.
A wooden walkway with metal railings surrounded by dense forest.

3. Cloud Forest Lodge

Cloud Forest Lodge
Monteverde
  • Indulge in rainforest luxury at this remodeled lodge featuring rainfall showers and fine dining.
7.888.710 ₫
9.431.762 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Cloud Forest Lodge
A spacious room with a large bed, a black bathtub, and a balcony with a view of the forest.
A room with a large bed, a wooden bench with cushions, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern bathroom with a wooden ceiling, a large window, and a stone sink.
A modern interior with a large glass door leading to an outdoor area with a pool and natural surroundings.

4. Hotel Belmar, a Member of Design Hotels

Hotel Belmar, a Member of Design Hotels
Monteverde
  • Indulge in cloud forest luxury at this spa retreat, where private balconies frame breathtaking nature views and sunset vistas.
6.914.067 ₫
7.812.895 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Hotel Belmar, a Member of Design Hotels
A pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A dining table set with multiple wine glasses, a candle, and rose petals.
A wooden dining table set with various dishes and fruits, surrounded by lush greenery.
A bar with wooden chairs, a bar counter, and shelves stocked with liquor bottles.

5. Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
La Fortuna
  • Riverside elegance in Costa Rica with thermal springs, full-service spa, and two exceptional dining venues.
10.708.524 ₫
12.100.632 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
A woman in a bikini relaxing in a transparent water slide pool surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A wooden pergola structure with a stone fountain and decorative sculptures in a landscaped garden area.
An aerial view of a resort with multiple bungalow-style accommodations, a central pool area with lounge chairs, and a well-maintained garden.
A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, a pool table, and comfortable seating.

6. Nayara Springs - Adults only

Nayara Springs - Adults only
La Fortuna
  • Unwind in nature's luxury at this adults-only mountain spa retreat with private plunge pools.
22.098.104 ₫
24.970.858 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Nayara Springs - Adults only
A person standing by a glass wall overlooking a scenic sunset view.
A wooden bench area with a view of a sunset over a hilly landscape.
A bedroom with a large window overlooking a mountainous landscape at sunset.
A wooden deck with two wicker chairs and a hot tub.

7. Amalú Luxury View Cabins

Amalú Luxury View Cabins
Sierra
  • Secluded luxury cabins perched in the mountains offer breathtaking cloud forest views and private outdoor hot tubs for ultimate relaxation.
2.624.621 ₫
2.965.822 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Amalú Luxury View Cabins
A pathway surrounded by lush tropical plants.
A hot tub surrounded by lush tropical foliage.
A room with a large window overlooking a lush garden, a wooden table, two chairs, and a bed with pillows.
A restaurant with a long dining table, multiple chairs, and pendant lighting.

8. Nayara Gardens

Nayara Gardens
La Fortuna
  • Indulge in eco-luxury near Arenal Volcano with private plunge pools, full-service spa treatments, and exceptional dining experiences.
11.592.448 ₫
13.099.467 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Nayara Gardens
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a glass railing overlooking a lush garden and a modern building.
A building with a balcony, surrounded by a garden with various flowers.
A room with two wooden beds, wooden flooring, and a wooden ceiling.
A spa building with large glass windows, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

9. Fondavela Hotel

Fondavela Hotel
Monteverde
7.174.065 ₫
8.106.693 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Fondavela Hotel
A natural pool with a waterfall surrounded by lush greenery.
A spacious indoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, large windows, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A cluster of rustic, thatched-roof cottages nestled in a lush, green forest.
A long dining table set for a meal with string lights, hanging plants, and candles.

10. Amor Arenal Adults Friendly

Amor Arenal Adults Friendly
La Fortuna
19.019.270 ₫
21.491.775 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Amor Arenal Adults Friendly
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Is very nice hotel and have a very good location."
YOEL 3-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hotel Los Lagos Spa & Resort
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort

8/10 Good
"Very good location - easy to go into La Fortuna and other attractions. Out room is the Volcano Room which is basically a duplex connected with another half of villa. It is the front row of the villas with direct volcano cone view off the patio (we only see the volcano once in three days due to cloud and rain in the rainy season) the room is spacious, clean and well equipped with an oversized washroom. The management also provided a chocolate plate as a welcome gift, which is a nice touch. However we found the hot springs ponds not warm enough ( which was improved the next two days) the regular hot tub is much warmer in comparison…also the included breakfast is under par with non fresh fruits and foods. We still tipped the omelette station anyhow."
Jian Bin 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs Resort
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing hotel, very clean and very nice views on Arenal Volcano."
Constantine 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
The Royal Corin Thermal Water Spa & Resort - Adults Only
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. My partner and I went to celebrate our anniversary, and it was an excellent choice. The spa, the food, the hot springs—can't wait to go back and take more people with us. We had a couples massage and did yoga while we were there. Our massage therapists were excellent and the setting of the spa pagodas was idyllic. So relaxing and refreshing."
Roberta 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Tabacón Thermal Resort & Spa
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs

10/10 Excellent
"My husband and I stayed at Chachagua rainforest for 5 nights last week; Master Bungalow. The tree houses were sold out ☹️. Such a beautiful, peaceful, safe, and breathtaking resort . The scenery is gorgeous: hot springs, rivers, trees, flowers. Daily housekeeping: linens, towels, bathrobes are replaced by fresh and clean ones. Wonderful staff who payed close attention to our needs: Maria❤️🌸, Enersto, Ericka , Nathalie , Kimberly, Roberto, Gretchen , Emma , Karen. ( sorry I forgot some names). Staff of Thermo et Colibri restaurants; tour guy, the spa’s ladies; thank you💕. Driver Norman; thank you for driving us from Chachagua to Guanacaste safely. Thank you to the wonderful staff of Chachagua Rainforest resort for making our stay so memorable and unforgettable❤️."
Mitzy 5-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Chachagua Rainforest Hotel & Hot Springs
Hotel Lomas del Volcán

Hotel Lomas del Volcán

10/10 Excellent
"Great breakfast great staff fantastic location. Great pools that one was heated another for kids and a big hot tub. I would absolutely stay there again. I had a room with a Volcano view! Rent a car it's the greatest way around. Roads while narrow in some spots are in excellent condition."
David 6-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Hotel Lomas del Volcán
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

10/10 Excellent
"Excelente como siempre"
Adrianna 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing place"
Caitlin 1-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Loved it"
Raimund 3-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
Lost Iguana Resort and Spa

Frequently asked questions

Are you searching for the perfect hotel for your luxury getaway to Santa Elena?
Expedia can help you arrange a flight to La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) airport or San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) airport, and then you can select from various places to stay that will deliver the luxury you'd like to find. Amenities are an important consideration when you plan a trip, so we make it easy to find what you'd like to make your stay special. If you want a posh hotel with a spa, an indoor pool or luxury bedding, Expedia can help you find the best luxury hotel experience that Santa Elena offers. During your visit, you might want to enjoy the gardens and recreation choices which Santa Elena is known for.
When can I expect good weather in Santa Elena?
Planning for the weather is a good way to make your trip to Santa Elena relaxing and enjoyable, especially when you're splurging. The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm of rainfall.
What's there to see and do in Santa Elena?
When you're in Santa Elena, enjoy exploring the sights and attractions here including Monteverde Orchid Garden, Mundo de los Insectos and Centro Comercial Monteverde. If you have a little extra time during your trip, you might want to check out Jardín de Orquídeas and Ficus La Raiz.