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Pensión Santa Elena

Pensión Santa Elena

Pensión Santa Elena
2.0 star property
Monteverde
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (359)
"Excellent hotel with friendly and helpful staff; conveniently located. "
United States
Gilberto
The price is ₩53,299
₩87,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Pensión Santa Elena
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, individually decorated
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Great location, clean and beautiful room, amazing staff."
Canada
Marc
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
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Cala Lodge

Cala Lodge

Cala Lodge
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (562)
"Nice staff. Nice place."
United States
Likai
The price is ₩159,407
₩180,130 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Cala Lodge
Garden
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast

Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast

Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (91)
"Very nice staff. They helped us set up a night walk tour at a very good price. Great restaurant on premises. Free traditional Costa Rican breakfast. "
United States
Michael
The price is ₩57,761
₩65,270 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 31 - Jan 1, 2026
Casa Jungle Monteverde Bed & Breakfast
Restaurant
Hotel con Corazón Monteverde

Hotel con Corazón Monteverde

Hotel con Corazón Monteverde
3.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26)
"Room was impeccable, staff was super welcoming. I adored the breakfast options. Strongly recommend!!! The organization is for a good cause too. "
Canada
Jessie
The price is ₩196,027
₩221,511 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Hotel con Corazón Monteverde
Lobby sitting area
Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge
4.0 star property
Monteverde
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (455)
"Everything was wonderful! Staff were super friendly and helpful. Hotel was very clean with beautiful views. "
Canada
Ryan
The price is ₩636,874
₩748,549 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 14 - Jan 15, 2026
Monteverde Lodge
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4.0 star property
Monteverde
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (620)
"We stayed in a family room by the pool. It was awesome. Great property. Lovely staff. Comfy beds. Delicious breakfast. Pool was warm. Hot tub could be hotter. Wish there was a microwave in the room. Pool was very nice, and while the resort does overall seems family friendly, the pool is overall somewhat small and includes a swim up bar...so kids jumping, thrashing, splashing around isn't necessarily compatible. I did feel like I had to police my kids quite a bit to prevent them splashing people...
Canada
Brittni
The price is ₩415,879
₩469,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
3.0 star property
La Fortuna
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (921)
"Clean facility with beautiful view, hiking trails, and and other entertaining contents. The food in the restaurant is just average but well overpriced."
United States
Miroslav
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails
Villa Oso Perezoso Aire Acondicionado | Balcony
San Rafael Ecolodge

San Rafael Ecolodge

San Rafael Ecolodge
5.0 star property
La Tigra
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"This is a charming resort. Luis and Giovanni were gracious, welcoming, and helpful! They pointed out several attractions. We very much enjoyed our stay and recommend this location. "
Canada
Tracey
San Rafael Ecolodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

10/10 Excellent
"Clean facility with beautiful view, hiking trails, and and other entertaining contents. The food in the restaurant is just average but well overpriced."
Miroslav 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Arenal Observatory Lodge & Trails

Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Elena like for family-friendly vacations?
The destination of Santa Elena is a great choice if you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids. The recreation options, local tours, and coffee shops are just some of the things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Arrange a flight into La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is located 17.4 mi (28 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Santa Elena?
Monteverde Lodge is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices to stay with the kids include Ficus Sunset Suites and Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Elena?
The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Elena?
While you and your family are visiting Santa Elena, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Ficus La Raiz and Arenal Volcano National Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Butterfly Conservatory and Arenal Eco Zoo.