Pensión Santa Elena

2.0 star property
Hostal in Monteverde with a restaurant

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Petite Suite - Private Bathroom
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$106
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct

Explore the area

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Santa Elena, Monteverde, Monteverde, 5655
  • Monteverde Orchid Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal)

Room options

Petite Suite - Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Grand Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Pet friendly
Daily housekeeping
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Grand Standard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Desk
Pet friendly
Wardrobe
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Monteverde

At Pensión Santa Elena you'll be within steps of Jardín de Orquídeas and Monteverde Orchid Garden. Highlights at this hostal include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This pet-friendly hostal offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, a picnic area and free newspapers in the lobby. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Near this Monteverde hostal, you'll find Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve.

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Monteverde Butterfly Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Curi-Cancha Reserve - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve - 9 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Taco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Choco Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Green - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Pensión Santa Elena

Hostal in Monteverde with a restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. Pensión Santa Elena also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a picnic area.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Monteverde hostal.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Dining venue
Pensión Santa Elena offers 35 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 7 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 7 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Pensión Santa Elena Hostel Monteverde
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Pensión Santa Elena Hostal
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Pensión Santa Elena Hostal
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Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Pensión Santa Elena?

Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Pensión Santa Elena?

As of 11 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pensión Santa Elena on 3 Oct 2025 start from AU$105.56, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pensión Santa Elena?

No, Pensión Santa Elena does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pensión Santa Elena?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Pensión Santa Elena's onsite restaurant that serves Mexican cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pensión Santa Elena?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.