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Your Santa Elena Vacation

Book a customized Santa Elena vacation package that includes everything you need and no unnecessary extras. Good for hiking, views and nature, consider basing yourself in the neighborhood of La Lindora. Fill your free time with tours of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve, Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and Curi-Cancha Reserve, some of the top attractions you really should see during your trip to Santa Elena. Expedia is here to help you escape your routine. Tailor your vacation to Santa Elena to suit your style of travel, whatever that may look like.

The Latest Santa Elena vacation packages

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Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums

Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
Price was $1,296, price is now $567 per person
$567
per person
Dec 7 - Dec 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to San José (SJO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (93 reviews)
Love the Monte Carlo. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025

Casa Lamia

Casa Lamia

4.5 out of 5
Valle Pura Vida
Price was $2,387, price is now $850 per person
$850
per person
Dec 7 - Dec 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
8.2/10 Very Good! (68 reviews)
The property is beautiful! It is in a great area if you want to rest and also very close to the main road if you are there for attractions. The food is delicious and the attention is top tier. Thank you guys for everything.

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

Origins Lodge

Origins Lodge

4 out of 5
Price was $2,587, price is now $1,058 per person
$1,058
per person
Nov 6 - Nov 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
8.8/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

Namu Garden Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Price was $2,500, price is now $1,082 per person
$1,082
per person
Nov 19 - Nov 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (218 reviews)
This place is beautiful staff is very helpful just a wonderful experience

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

Vista Suites at Parador

Vista Suites at Parador

2.5 out of 5
Price was $3,666, price is now $1,694 per person
$1,694
per person
Dec 6 - Dec 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Elena

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities like hiking in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde

Explore the lovely green spaces of Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.

Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde

Monteverde Butterfly Gardens

Explore the lovely green spaces of Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and also enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.

Monteverde Butterfly Gardens

What to do in Santa Elena

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

$35
per adult
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

$27
per adult
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour
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Monteverde Birdwatching Experience

$80
per adult
Monteverde Birdwatching Experience
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Santa Elena Hotel Deals

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
300 Mtrs Southwest From SuperCompro, Supermarket, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$44 nightly
The price is $50 total per night from Oct 2 to Oct 3
$50 total
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Thank you for great advice on activities and we had our best night tour during our entire Costa Rica trip. Our room is half basement but it’s equipped with dehumidifier and air purifier thus it’s not humid during rain season, very considerate."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge

4 out of 5
Monteverde, Monteverde, Puntarenas
$288 nightly
The price is $325 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$325 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (449 reviews)
"beautifully situated in Santa Elena. Entrance is in a busy area but the property is tucked into a dreamy rainforest with trails and beautiful outdoor features. Simple, elegant, meticulously maintained. Everyone was so gracious and welcoming! We LOVED our stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2025

Monteverde Lodge
Ficus Sunset Suites

Ficus Sunset Suites

4 out of 5
200 mts north east from Banco Popular, Santa Elena, Monteverde, Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$222 nightly
The price is $250 total per night from Oct 22 to Oct 23
$250 total
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (346 reviews)
"Beautiful property with lots of green walking trails. Rooms are nice and well stocked. Staff was friendly and very helpful. They even pointed out monkeys in the trees to us."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025

Ficus Sunset Suites
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Elena vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices from $567 on Expedia for your Santa Elena getaway. However, factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your vacation to Santa Elena costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Elena?
June, July and August are great times to look for cheap Santa Elena vacation packages. Choosing to travel in quieter periods means you can typically find lower prices on flights and accommodations.
How many days is enough for Santa Elena?
Generally, a handful of days is enough to tick off the major sights during your Santa Elena vacation. However, if you want to have some time to kick back or go on day trips, think about extending your trip.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Santa Elena?
During your Santa Elena vacation, you can look forward to enjoying some excellent nature and hiking. Leave enough room in your schedule to check out leading attractions like Curi-Cancha Reserve and Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde.
How to find the best Santa Elena package deals?
Finding a cheap Santa Elena package deal is easy with Expedia. Once you've entered your destination and travel dates under our "Packages" tab, set your budget, add a couple of filters and see what's available. You can customize your search by "Popular locations," "Property type," "Guest rating" and more. Order the results by "Price: low to high" to view the most pocket-friendly Santa Elena package deals. Want a simple trick to score even more savings? Be flexible with your departure dates and consider traveling on a weekday, when prices are typically lower.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Elena vacation as a package?
Expedia vacation packages are designed to make your money go further. Bundle your flight, hotel and car rental into one great-value price and you could save hundreds of dollars. You'll typically snag a better deal than booking each component individually. And you'll still enjoy the flexibility to create a customized Santa Elena vacation by choosing your favorite airline, accommodation type and car class.
When to book a vacation package to Santa Elena?
Score incredible discounts by booking your flights early with Expedia. If spontaneity is more your style, snap up one of our last-minute deals for an impromptu Santa Elena getaway.
How to plan a trip to Santa Elena?

  1. Choose when to go: Check your schedule and get your bags packed. Your preferred time of year and the available activities will also help you decide when to visit Santa Elena.
  2. Set your budget: Consider expenses like flights, meals and transportation when working out how much to set aside for your trip to Santa Elena. Then, pick a hotel that suits your budget, whether that's a low-cost stay or a lavish getaway.
  3. Organize your Santa Elena escape with Expedia's trip planning tool: Look for and book hotels and experiences all in one place. You can also collaborate with your group to plan an unforgettable trip to Santa Elena together.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Santa Elena, you can figure out the ideal length of your break. Put together a rough plan and allocate enough time to get through everything on your must-do list.
  5. Combine your flights and hotel: Awesome destination, check. Length of stay, check. All that's left now is to pick a Santa Elena vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Add on experiences and excursions: Take a look at our travel guide to find some fun things to do in Santa Elena. Book tickets or make reservations before you go to save time and avoid the stress of trying to find activities when you arrive.

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Santa Elena vacation packages?
Your Santa Elena getaway is meant to be an escape from your daily routine, not a source of money worries. So to give you that extra flexibility, we've partnered with online lender Affirm to offer our Book Now, Pay Later vacations. Choose one of our vacation packages with payment plans and spread the cost over 3, 6 or 12 months. Plus, there aren't any late payment fees or hidden costs to worry about.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.