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Santa Elena Lodge

2.5 star property

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A wooden cabin with large windows, a fireplace, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A room with a ceiling fan, two chairs, a bench, and large windows with a view of trees.
A room with two beds, wooden walls, and large windows with curtains.
A wooden interior with large windows, a ceiling fan, and a caution sign.
A wooden interior with a bench, a chair, and a table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Bar
  • Laundry room
The current price is AU$143
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug

Explore the area

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Ruta 914, 506 83823030, Santa Elena, Guanacaste Province
  • Place, Coronado Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa Rosa National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Copal
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪95 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

A wooden-paneled room with a bed, two wall-mounted lamps, and an air conditioning unit.

Basic Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Basic Quadruple Room

Basic Quadruple Room

Basic Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room

A room with two beds, wooden ceiling beams, large windows with curtains, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Family Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Cuajiniquil

At Santa Elena Lodge you'll be 2.2 km (1.4 mi) from Coronado Beach and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Playa Guaria. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), a restaurant and free self-parking. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a fridge in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Elena hotel include Area de Conservación Guanacaste and Junquillal Beach.

What's nearby

  • Coronado Beach - 8 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Santa Rosa National Park - 18 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Junquillal Beach - 19 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Playa Papaturro - 51 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Playa Copal - 56 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marisquería Boulevard - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Indio Desnudo Bar & Grill - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Arrecife - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar/Piscina EcoBeach Hotell - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪El Fogón de Juana - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Santa Elena Lodge

There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and dry cleaning/laundry services are also featured at Santa Elena Lodge. Free self parking is available.

This Santa Elena hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Corner/local shop
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • On-site shopping
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Santa Elena Lodge offers 5 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Bathrooms include a shower. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • In a nature reserve

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 11 accessible parking spaces
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways (80 centimetre high)
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (102 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • Communal living room
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards and cash.

Property is also known as

Santa Elena Lodge Hotel
Santa Elena Lodge Santa Elena
Santa Elena Lodge Hotel Santa Elena

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Santa Elena Lodge?

Santa Elena Lodge offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Santa Elena Lodge on 18 Aug 2026 start from AU$143, 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 parking available at Santa Elena Lodge?

Yep, Santa Elena Lodge has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Santa Elena Lodge?

The closest beach to Santa Elena Lodge is Playa Copal (9.4 km).

Does Santa Elena Lodge serve breakfast?

Yeah, free local cuisine breakfast is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 8:30 AM.

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

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

Is there a bar or restaurant at Santa Elena Lodge?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

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

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

Are pets allowed at Santa Elena Lodge?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Santa Elena Lodge Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The lodge was nice with nice restaurant adjacent, good food. Quiet town with few extras but several DYI beach and wildlife viewing opportunities.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a slice of paradise! Rooms, staff, hotel facilities were fantastic and run by a Costa Rican familyas described and pictured. Excellent if you’d like an out-of-the-way place from the crowds, this area is absolutely perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, a beautiful older Costa Rican style wooden building. Rooms are not very spacious, but there are common spaces to enjoy. Good local food, and the staff are all very kind and helpful. Great region to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yumi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint rooms, authentic Costa Rica vibe, ran by a super nice family, I would recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yamil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love this place, the attention from all the staff is very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay for 2 nights in a friendly, family environment. Close to grocery and souvenir shopping. Also close to Santa Rosa National Park and other natural areas and beaches.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is a gem. Always clean and very friendly. Food nearby is wonderful. Beaches close clean and almost empty which we appreciated.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elsa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Santa Elena Lodge. It was comfortable, clean, historical, and charming. The dinner and breakfast food was delicious. We would come back with the whole family next time!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Noemy

Liked: Cleanliness
Personalized attention by the owners make a difference. Well located place.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pilar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable, it had all the items we needed. The location was great to explore various beaches around the area (we visited 8 or 9 but there are over 40!). Food was really good and service was incredible. Don Manuel and his family are great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is very friendly family run hotel. The lodge may be a little old, but it has charm and is kept very clean. The hosts are welcoming and helpful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STEVE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful owner and his family cared for us during our stay in this wonderful hand crafted place with beautiful woodwork and friendly caring staff. Room was nice, clean and beds were comfortable. Service and food were excellent and the staff were very helpful with ideas about fun things to do in the area. Definitely want to come back soon and spend more time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Janis

Santa Elena Lodge in northern Costa Rica

Lovely lodge off the beaten path. Owners accommodating and very friendly. Located near several beaches and nature reserves. Breakfast included was mediocre.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cean, clean, clean...
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not many choices in the area, there is a Super Compro grocery store directly next door. Seafood Restaurant on the oposite side and this place is clean safe and quiet. Staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My husband and I stayed at Santa Elena Lodge for 3 nights while visiting Cuajiniquil for birding and natural history. We were told the lodge was constructed from reclaimed wood and built by the family who still run it today. It is quite a stunning structure. The gardens are lovely. The food was probably the best we had on a 9 day trip to some natural areas of Costa Rica - generous portions at every meal and good coffee There are many natural areas to visit to see birds and other wildlife and there is a reference guide in each room expaining in detail where to find these areas. Owners and staff were also very knowledgeable. This area and the lodge is authentic and undisturbed by the excessive tourism of some other areas. The staff at the lodge are very, very friendly, rooms very clean. I recommend this lodge and area for true nature lovers.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Manuel and his family run a lovely homey lodge, and they were super friendly and accommodating. The room was comfortable, immaculate and spacious and the air conditioning and room darkening shades were a pleasant surprise —we slept so well! This is a very unique and personal quality accommodation. I would definitely go back. The lodge has a lot of style and you will feel well cared for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo estuvo muy bien, desde la llegada, la cordialidad con que lo reciben a uno, la limpieza y orden de la habitación, la amabilidad del personal y lo mejor un desayuno riquísimo!! La ubicación es perfecta para desplazarse en la zona, aparte de las buenas recomendaciones que dan para conocer lugares increíbles. Súper recomendado
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rolando Vallejo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo excelente, el desayuno incluye fruta fresca, bien ubicado y la familia que atiende es muy agradable y atenta
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stéphane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quel endroit formidable. un acceuil impeccable, la tranquilité absolue tellement bien situé; au centre des plus beaux parcs nationaux. Le service, la nourriture de grande qualité, la propreté tout était parfait 11/10
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mycket trevligt, familjärt boende med trevlig personal. Bra restaurang vägg i vägg och knappa 100 m till en liten supermercado. Ett flertal kanonfina stränder inom några kilometers radie, och ingen trängsel alls trots att de är så fina, på en av dem var vi helt ensamma. I byn Cuajiniquil, en knapp kilometer därifrån finns flera autentiska barer med en enklare meny men även fullskaliga restauranger med mycket god mat. Vi var de enda gringosarna i byn den dagen/kvällen vi var där. Kan varmt rekommendera detta boende.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Josée

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel est très aimable. L’hôtel est propre et typique, un peu vieillot. Les repas au restaurant sont excellents et le déjeuner est très diversifié et délicieux
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es un excelente lugar para vacacionar, la atencion excelente, la comida vale la pena por lo que se paga.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Familia de propiedad si desea una auténtica estancia costarricense con áreas para caminar y actividades de playa oceánica. Este es un buen lugar para ir por un par de días.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

lorena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personale gentilissimo, ristorante qualità prezzo ottima.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024