Santa Elena
Travel Guide



Visit Santa Elena

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
"Great place"
Reviewed on 20 June 2026

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive
"Staff was AMAZING! The food was great, and the property was immaculate. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!"
Reviewed on 15 June 2026

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
"Upon arrival, the air conditioning in our room was not working. However, the staff was extremely helpful and responded promptly by moving us to another room where the air conditioning worked perfectly. Getting to the beach was very convenient. We simply called for the resort’s transportation service, ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Bahia Pez Vela Resort
"Staff was amazi"
Reviewed on 30 April 2026

Hermosa Paradise
"Por un priblema general de la zona no había electricidad. El problema es que ellos tampoco tenían agua. El arreglo era invierto por lo que imposible quedarse en un lugar donde no había agua por un problema de ellos. La idea de balcón estaba bien, pero da directo a la calle y habia mucho ruido de ..."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Tropical Gardens
"Sharon at reception was exceptional. She was very thorough, informative and even assisted me with booking shuttles and tours. The property was gorgeous, clean and well maintained. So many pools and maintenance workers upkeeping the exterior. The walk to the Java coffee shop/Wave restaurant is 5 minutes ..."
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Popular places to visit
Coronado Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Coronado Beach during your trip to Cuajiniquil?
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?
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.
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.
Pitilla Biological Station
Explore the great outdoors at Pitilla Biological Station, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
