Monteverde, Santa Elena and Arenal area in Costa Rica highlands. Panoramic view in sunny day of a vast hills and mountains in this pristine region of Central America

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The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
5.0 star property
Monterrey
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"very pleasant place for a relaxing vacation."
United States
Jianyuan
The price is SAR 3,590
SAR 4,056 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jun - 14 Jun
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal
2 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch served

El Establo Mountain Hotel

El Establo Mountain Hotel
5.0 star property
Monteverde
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Both restaurants had great food, bar selection and excellent service. The staff goes all out to make sure you haveeverything you need for an enjoyable meal."
United States
Debra
The price is SAR 1,017
SAR 1,149 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
El Establo Mountain Hotel
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Hotel Belmar

Hotel Belmar
5.0 star property
Monteverde
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
"A beautiful retreat, very peaceful, self sustained. Excellent staff and great service."
United States
Nisha
The price is SAR 1,426
SAR 1,612 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Hotel Belmar
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

Koora Hotel by Sandglass

Koora Hotel by Sandglass
5.0 star property
Monteverde
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (325 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful property and staff friendly and extremely helpful! I would stay at Koora Hotel in a heartbeat! "
United States
Edgar
The price is SAR 1,204
SAR 1,361 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Koora Hotel by Sandglass
Hot springs

Nayara Springs - Adults only

Nayara Springs - Adults only
5.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (426 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing resort and stay. The staff are so attentive to your needs and beyond friendly. The grounds were beautiful and everything was clean. The resort’s attention to detail is impressive. I would 100% recommend this resort. It’s going to be hard to find another resort like this one - it just set the bar extremely high."
United States
Danielle
The price is SAR 3,478
SAR 3,930 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Nayara Springs - Adults only
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

Nayara Tented Camp

Nayara Tented Camp
5.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (90 reviews)
"Incredible - Nayara tented camp is absolutely magical, an the team there was so wonderful. Paradise. "
United Kingdom
Celine
The price is SAR 5,594
SAR 6,321 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Nayara Tented Camp
Rooftop terrace

Cloud Forest Lodge

Cloud Forest Lodge
5.0 star property
Monteverde
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (155 reviews)
"Wonderful place with an amazing restaurant. "
United Kingdom
Frederic
The price is SAR 1,252
SAR 1,490 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Cloud Forest Lodge
Outdoor pool

Hotel Sanctuarium Adults Only

Hotel Sanctuarium Adults Only
5.0 star property
La Fortuna
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay. All of the staff are wonderful and so accommodating. They go out of their way to make for a special stay. Grounds are immaculate. Loved seeing all the wildlife."
United States
timothy
The price is SAR 1,355
SAR 1,531 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Hotel Sanctuarium Adults Only
Tree House, Mountain View | Balcony

El Tigre Hideaway

El Tigre Hideaway
5.0 star property
Cabeceras
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Good Stay"
United States
Vijay
The price is SAR 2,420
SAR 2,734 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
El Tigre Hideaway
Exterior

Amalú Luxury View Cabins

Amalú Luxury View Cabins
5.0 star property
Sierra
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"One of the best places I’ve stayed at. Amenities were amazing. Place was beautiful and amazingly run. Highly recommend"
United States
Alec
The price is SAR 744
SAR 841 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Amalú Luxury View Cabins
Villa Tucano Aire Acondicionado | View from room

San Rafael Ecolodge

San Rafael Ecolodge
5.0 star property
La Tigra
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Warm courteous hosts and excellent sloth viewing! "
United States
Samuel
The price is SAR 372
SAR 420 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
San Rafael Ecolodge
Exterior

Lumina Valley View Monteverde

Lumina Valley View Monteverde
5.0 star property
Monteverde
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (3 reviews)
"Lumina is a beautiful home. We enjoyed our stay, and highly recommend this rental. "
United States
Jennifer
Lumina Valley View Monteverde
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Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

Volcano Lodge Hotel & Thermal Experience

7 Km West From La Fortuna La Fortuna Alajuela
The price is SAR 753 per night from Jun 19 to Jun 20
SAR 753
SAR 851 total
19 Jun - 20 Jun
includes taxes & fees
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Cloud forests reveal their secrets on guided night walks where red-eyed tree frogs and sloths emerge. Zip through the forest canopy on thrilling lines, then visit the butterfly gardens in nearby Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve.

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Monteverde, Santa Elena and Arenal area in Costa Rica highlands. Panoramic view in sunny day of a vast hills and mountains in this pristine region of Central America

Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

10/10 Excellent
"An incredible property immersed into the rainforest. So much to do on property including club rio where you felt even more remote. We enjoyed the hot springs more down in club rio than the ones closer to the rooms, which were also great. We saw monkeys and sloths on property as well. Staff were always very accommodating and the concierge staff were also very helpful. We would definitely staff at The Springs again."
Anthony 4-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
The Springs Resort and Spa at Arenal

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What makes a hotel 5 stars in Santa Elena?
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