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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.

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Arenal Roca Suites

Arenal Roca Suites

3 out of 5
Price was $1,351, price is now $596 per person
$596
per person
Jan 12 - Jan 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
8.4/10 Very Good! (40 reviews)
This place was unbelievable. The view.....I have no words. Great condo. Good food. (Breakfast) not one bad thing I could say. Only be prepared for the seclusion. Nothing around so bring what you might want to eat and drink besides breakfast

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums

Monte Carlo Luxury Condominiums

3.5 out of 5
Price was $2,515, price is now $791 per person
$791
per person
Jan 2 - Jan 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to San José (SJO)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (94 reviews)
Love the Monte Carlo. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025

Vista Suites at Parador

Vista Suites at Parador

2.5 out of 5
Price was $2,469, price is now $1,102 per person
$1,102
per person
Jan 16 - Jan 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to San José (SJO)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
Beautiful setting and comfortable room in the Vista Suites. Lots of picture taking on the property of wildlife. Very friendly staff and great personalized service.

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Casa Amarillo Jaco Costa Rica

Casa Amarillo Jaco Costa Rica

3.5 out of 5
Price was $7,520, price is now $3,631 per person
$3,631
per person
Feb 2 - Feb 9
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to San José (SJO)
No reviews
Casa Lapa Roja

Casa Lapa Roja

3 out of 5
Hermosa Palms
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Price was $1,701, price is now $849 per person
$849
per person
Feb 12 - Feb 19
found 2 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to San José (SJO)
No reviews
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Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve

4.5/5(348 reviews)

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

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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

Curi-Cancha Reserve

5/5(4 reviews)

Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Curi-Cancha Reserve, a lovely green space in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.

Curi-Cancha Reserve

What to do in Santa Elena

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience

$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

Monteverde: Kinkajou Forest Night Walking Tour

$30
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 Monteverde Puntarenas
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$93 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
Diego is an amazing host! We truly appreciated the welcome and his approachable demeanor. The rooms were very clean and comfortable. We also enjoyed the breakfast included and other amenities.

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Monteverde Lodge

Monteverde Lodge

4 out of 5
Monteverde Monteverde Puntarenas
$316 nightly
The price is $357 total per night from Dec 2 to Dec 3
$357 total
Dec 2 - Dec 3
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (452 reviews)
Amazing stay at this hotel. The staff was amazing and always smiling and ready to help. I can’t say enough about the food - I’m gluten free and this was not a problem. There were many wonderful delicious options!

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Monteverde Lodge
Ficus Sunset Suites

Ficus Sunset Suites

4 out of 5
200 mts north east from Banco Popular Monteverde Puntarenas
$213 nightly
The price is $240 total per night from Dec 11 to Dec 12
$240 total
Dec 11 - Dec 12
Total with taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (348 reviews)
very nice and clean. beautiful view from the room. Staff was very friendly. not the best food experience though. other than that, we enjoyed it.

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Ficus Sunset Suites
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Santa Elena Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
Costa Rican colóns
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Closest Airport
La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)
Max Temp Winter
90ºF
Max Temp Summer
90ºF
Top Sights
Serpentario, Bat Jungle and Ranario

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Elena vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices from $596 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.
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