Santa Elena Holiday Rentals: Short-Term Accommodations for Rent

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Mi rinconcito en Liberia

Liberia

HK$1,113 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Jul - 21 Jul

Cabañas Don Ramiro

Guayabo

Grant

HK$987 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Jul - 24 Jul

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

Liberia

Chelsey

HK$673 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Aug - 3 Aug

T Loft

Playa Hermosa

Lydia

HK$1,541 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

La Cruz

"Un lugar sin privacidad. La parte frontal de la habitación es de vidrio( Sucios) lo que expone a los huéspedes a la mirada en todo momento de cualquier persona. Durante nuestra estancia habían trabajadores que acentúaban aún más este problema. Además, mantenían música y conversaciones a alto volumen. Parquear es todo un reto, especialmente con un coche grande y con otros coches en el parqueo. Para salir de la propiedad hay que bajar del coche y digitar un código, lo cual me parece una...

Oscar

HK$1,624 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Aug - 10 Aug

Casa Shantí: Your Private Paradise Above the Bay

Coco

T R.

HK$3,979 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Jul - 20 Jul

Toro Blanco Resort

Sardinal

Gunwoo

HK$757 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Jul - 19 Jul

Hermosa Paradise

Sardinal

Sucel

HK$529 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Jul - 22 Jul

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Top Santa Elena Hotel Reviews

Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and friendly staff."

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay at CC Beach Front Papagayo! Costa Rica is one of my new favorite destinations, and as always, it is the people that make the experience special. Everyone we encountered was welcoming, kind, and genuinely happy to help. The resort grounds were beautifully maintained, the rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the housekeeping staff did an excellent job throughout our stay. The chef was fantastic! Not only was the food great, but he made a point of greeting us every day and sharing the theme for that evening's dining experience. The wait staff was attentive and friendly, the pool staff kept our drinks full, and the pool attendants worked hard to keep the pool clean throughout the day. The tasting restaurant was a nice touch and a unique experience, but it felt a bit out of place given the quality and variety offered elsewhere on the property. My only area for improvement is communication around the snack menu. We arrived near the end of lunch service and scraped together what remained from the buffet. We discovered the snack menu by accident on our second day. We would have ordered from it if we had known about it sooner. The snack menu hours were also confusing. The times listed on the board near the kitchen differed from the sign outside the dining area. Overall, this was a fantastic stay with exceptional service, great food, and the warmth and hospitality that make Costa Rica so special!"

Condovac la Costa

8/10 Good

"I stayed one night at Condovac and honestly wished it had been longer! The resort was clean and exactly as advertised. It never felt overcrowded, even at the pools and lounge areas—which were open until midnight (although towel service wasn’t available that late). The rooms were spacious and comfortable. One of the AC units didn’t seem to cool as much as expected, but overall the stay was still very comfortable. No WiFi in rooms is a bummer. Beach access was a highlight—clean and easy to get to. Kayaks are available starting at 9am, and there were a few local vendors nearby selling treats like snow cones and handmade artisan items, which added a nice local touch. I really appreciated the continuous shuttle service around the property—it made getting up and down the hill effortless. The pools were warm and well-maintained. The food was delicious and had a home-cooked feel. Dinner included options like rice, pasta, potato wedges, vegetables, and chicken or fish. Breakfast offered traditional rice and beans, sweet plantains, eggs, pancakes, salami, fruit, and cereal. Lunch featured arroz con pollo, white rice, ribs, and salad. And the tres leches dessert was amazing! Coffee was always available, and alcoholic drinks were included—shoutout to the friendly bartender who made a caipirinha so good I wanted another! The only downside was the shuttle. Pickup from the airport is free, but return is not. It also isn’t 24hr (available from 7am–10pm). Paid $80 one way"

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was amazing. Lots of walking but shuttles were available. The breakfast was delicious lots of choices. The speciality restaurants were good too. Had no issues with getting reservations."

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was super attentive, helpful and friendly. The resort is absolutely beautiful. Stunning views, wildlife everywhere! We literally had monkeys on our balcony at times. The food was amazing as well. The way the staff cleaned and organized our room while we were out each day was great. They paid a lot of attention to little details. You could really feel the pride everyone there had for their part in making us feel like we were the most important people there."

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Very relaxing environment. The rooms were clean and the AC worked great. Staff was friendly and helpful. They have a shuttle service and it doesn't take long for them to come get you after you call them. Be prepared to walk up and down steep hills if you don't use the shuttle service. Beach was clean. Small pool by the beach has a swim up bar and that's where I spent a lot of my time. We saw monkeys in the trees by the swim up bar a few days."

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed in the Nyuri Suite for 4 nights. The suite is huge, clean and well air conditioned. We brought our teenager and had his own room queen bed and bathroom within the suite. We had a king bed and a huge bathroom. The suite had 2 large decks that overlooked the beach and many beautiful large trees. The food at the hotel was fantastic! We enjoyed many meals there, including several on the beach. There is food and drink service on the beach from the hotel. The pool at the hotel was very pretty and clean and more refreshing than the ocean. The best part of this wonderful hotel was its staff. Everyone we encountered was warm, friendly and helpful. After staying here for several days we had felt we had made new friends with the staff. Such nice people!"

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Frequently asked questions

Are there holiday rentals in Santa Elena?

Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Santa Elena, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Elena has to offer?

Playa del Coco Villa • 6BR • Private Pool • Beachfront Sunset Views: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Elena is located on the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. It offers a terrace, a garden and a selection of games so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday.

What can I see and do in Santa Elena?

Santa Rosa National Park and Sector Murciélago are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Other places in town to visit include Coronado Beach and Junquillal Beach.

What are holiday rentals like in Santa Elena?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Santa Elena. Holiday rentals feature extras such as laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, a holiday rental can provide a sense of privacy away from public hotel lifts and busy concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is a popular choice for families.

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Mi rinconcito en Liberia

Cabañas Don Ramiro

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

T Loft

Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari

Casa Shantí: Your Private Paradise Above the Bay

Toro Blanco Resort

Hermosa Paradise

Anona Guesthouse

Villas Winara With Private Pool and Close to Amazing Waterfalls

Casa Paz by Otium

Casa Buda - 10 min airport and 25 min National Park - 150 MB Internet

Cozy 2-bedroom house in perfect Puerto Soley with AC 10 mins to beaches

Serene Cabin Retreat in Cuajiniquil, Costa Rica

Coco Sunset Hills 52

Casa Amura : Guesthouse with 5 cozy rooms in Liberia downtown

Essence of Honey Villas & Boutique Safari - Villa # 3

Tropical Gardens

Volcanic Stone House | Near River & Wildlife

La Casita Private garden view beachfront

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Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport

Villas Sol Beach Resort

CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive

Secrets Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Condovac la Costa

Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort

Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Resort, Costa Rica, by Hyatt

Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive

Hotel Bosque del Mar, Playa Hermosa

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