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Your Santa Elena Vacation

The coastal scenery, tropical climate and spectacular views are a few of the many reasons why travelers adore this beachfront city. Discover this wonderful destination as you please with a Santa Elena vacation package. Want to explore your surroundings? Santa Rosa National Park, Junquillal Beach and Playa Cuajiniquil are among the most popular places to visit during a trip to Santa Elena. Stop dreaming and start traveling. Explore the broad range of options on Expedia today and finally put your Santa Elena vacation plans into action!

The Latest Santa Elena vacation packages

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Epic Tamarindo Boutique Hotel

Epic Tamarindo Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,678, price is now $879 per person
$879
per person
Nov 13 - Nov 18
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Liberia (LIR)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
The property was beautiful and the staff were very friendly and helpful!

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2025

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Price was $2,989, price is now $1,359 per person
$1,359
per person
Oct 25 - Nov 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
8/10 Very Good! (1,224 reviews)
Just think it needs a upgrade on the rooms

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2025

Suitree Experience Hotel

Suitree Experience Hotel

4 out of 5
Price was $2,174, price is now $1,038 per person
$1,038
per person
Nov 15 - Nov 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Unique “treehouse” experience. Amazing forest/mountains view. It was quite of a delight to stay in such of eco-friendly environment. Great food at the Hotel Taru restaurant. Excellent customer service. Kudos to the entire staff but specially to Carlos Guzman for going above and beyond. Thank you. Pura Vida!

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2025

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Price was $2,379, price is now $1,179 per person
$1,179
per person
Oct 25 - Nov 1
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
7.6/10 Good! (1,355 reviews)
Great vacation- would go again! Need to switch up food menus a bit but otherwise great time!

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,721, price is now $1,521 per person
$1,521
per person
Nov 8 - Nov 12
found 16 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (253 reviews)
It was great, quiet, clean, and attentive staff.

Reviewed on Sep 5, 2025

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Discover the most popular places to visit in 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.

Maritza Biological Station

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.

La Casona

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.

Pitilla Biological Station

What to do in Santa Elena

Papagayo Gulf: 2 Dives Half-Day Scuba Dive Tour

Papagayo Gulf: 2 Dives Half-Day Scuba Dive Tour

$120
per adult
Papagayo Gulf: 2 Dives Half-Day Scuba Dive Tour
Guanacaste: Discover Scuba Dive Day in Papagayo Gulf

Guanacaste: Discover Scuba Dive Day in Papagayo Gulf

$160
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guanacaste: Discover Scuba Dive Day in Papagayo Gulf
Private Jetski Adventure in Goulf Papagayo

Private Jetski Adventure in

$227
per adult
Private Jetski Adventure in
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Santa Elena Hotel Deals

Hacienda Casa del Viento

Hacienda Casa del Viento

3 out of 5
C. Cuajiniquil, Santa Elena, Provincia de Guanacaste
$100 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Sep 9 to Sep 10
$113 total
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Hacienda Casa del Viento
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Hermosa, Golfo De Papagayo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
$177 nightly
The price is $200 total per night from Oct 1 to Oct 2
$200 total
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

3 out of 5
Ruta 21 frente Condominio Solarium, Liberia, Guanacaste
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$131 nightly
The price is $148 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$148 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Elena vacation package cost?
You can grab a vacation package to this top destination from $879 on Expedia. However, how much your vacation to Santa Elena costs will depend on factors like the season, hotel choice and length of stay.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Elena?
If you're hoping to score a cheap Santa Elena vacation package, consider traveling in April, July and September. You're likely to find better prices on hotels and flights during these quieter months — perfect for budget-conscious travelers.
How many days is enough for Santa Elena?
The ideal duration for your Santa Elena vacation depends on what you'd like to do. Usually, a handful of days to a week will give you time to visit all the top attractions and discover some hidden treasures along the way.
How to find the best Santa Elena package deals?
Use Expedia's filters to help you find some fabulous Santa Elena package deals. When you begin your search, just set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you're looking to save, plan your trip for midweek, or search for Santa Elena package deals in the low season. Switch up your travel dates and you may land even better discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's typically best to lock in your vacation package as soon as possible.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Elena vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could land you great savings when compared to booking flights and accommodations individually. Better still, you can customize your Santa Elena escape to match your exact style. Pick your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a rental car. Browse our bundle deals and find out how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to Santa Elena?
If you're planning an impromptu Santa Elena vacation, browse our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you take off. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can find sensational deals on your flights and hotels by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to Santa Elena?

  1. Choose your travel dates: The things you want to do in Santa Elena and your favorite season can help you decide when to go.
  2. Calculate your budget: Make sure you have enough money to pay for everything from dining out and transportation to flights and experiences. Your accommodations will likely be the biggest expense during your trip to Santa Elena.
  3. Discover Santa Elena using our trip planning tool: Gain insights into the leading attractions and best hotels for your trip to Santa Elena. You can also save your must-visit places, collaborate with friends and family and arrange all your plans in one place.
  4. Decide how many days away: Start by listing all the attractions you want to get to in Santa Elena. Then, estimate how long you'll need for each, as well as any travel time.
  5. Combine your hotel and flights: Epic destination, check. Length of stay, check. Now all that's left is to pick a Santa Elena vacation package that brings all your bookings together.
  6. Add on experiences and excursions: Read our dedicated 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 hassle of searching for activities once you arrive.

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Santa Elena vacation packages?
Your Santa Elena break should be an escape from your daily routine, not a reason for money worries. So to give you extra flexibility, we've joined up with online lender Affirm to bring you our Book Now, Pay Later vacations. Pick one of our vacation packages with payment plans and split up the total cost over 3, 6 or 12 months. Plus, there are no hidden or late payment fees to worry about.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.