Title: Pensión Santa Elena - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Pensión Santa Elena Hostal in Monteverde with a restaurant ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/6d04f686.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Petite Suite - Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/1e1a96f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/b36141b2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mexican cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/2c10eed0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/11b1dfa0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Consider a stay at Pensión Santa Elena and take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.6 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - Laundry - Free WiFi - Restaurant ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 30 - Oct. 31](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 31 - Nov. 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 31 - Nov. 2](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 7 - Nov. 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=10552835&PinnedHotelID=10552835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Grand Standard ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/ba81ac68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Grand Standard 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Desk Pet friendly Wardrobe or closet - 151 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Standard Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/fa9f2dea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Daily housekeeping Desk - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Grand Cabin ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/fc5ffc6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Grand Cabin 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Pet friendly - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 6 - 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds ![Petite Suite - Private Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10560000/10552900/10552835/673b96d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Petite Suite - Private Bathroom 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Separate bedroom Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Pet friendly - 258 sq ft - Sleeps 4 - 2 Double Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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Airport (SJO) - 153 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬1 min walk - ‪Café Monteverde - ‬2 min walk - ‪Choco Café - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Green - ‬4 min walk - ‪The Open Kitchen - ‬1 min walk ## About this property ### Pensión Santa Elena Hostal near Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve At Pensión Santa Elena, you can look forward to a garden, laundry facilities, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and concierge services - Free newspapers and tour/ticket assistance - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guestrooms at Pensión Santa Elena have amenities such as free WiFi. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite 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 elevator - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public washroom - 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 2 children, up to the age of 7 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Pensión Santa Elena Hostel Monteverde Pensión Santa Elena Monteverde Pensión Santa Elena Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Pensión ta ena Montever Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Pensión Santa Elena Monteverde Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pensión Santa Elena pet-friendly? > Yes, this hostal allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Pensión Santa Elena? > As of Oct 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pensión Santa Elena on Nov 4, 2025 start from CA $42.85, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Monteverde-Hotels-Pension-Santa-Elena.h10552835.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking at Pensión Santa Elena? > Limited spots are available. ### What time is check-in at Pensión Santa Elena? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pensión Santa Elena? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pensión Santa Elena located? > Situated in the mountains, this hostal is steps from Jardín de Orquídeas and Monteverde Orchid Garden. Mundo de los Insectos and Ficus La Raiz are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pensión Santa Elena Reviews 8.6 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 171 8 - Good 135 6 - Okay 33 4 - Poor 11 2 - Terrible 8 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.2/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.8/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gilberto Jul 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent hotel with friendly and helpful staff; conveniently located. ##### Gilberto Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jeffrey Mar 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities No frills, but perfectly adequate accomodations. Wonderful, hot shower with good pressure. ##### Jeffrey Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie Apr 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This place was great for our family. Helpful knowledgeable staff, great breakfast and perfect location in the center of Santa Elena. ##### Marie Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Anjelica Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities Wonderfully walkable to restaurants, shops, etc with about a 10 min drive to all the reserves. Loved the communal kitchen and games in the shared gathering area with free tea and coffee all day. This is an older property, but the location is great, the staff are helpful, and it is clean. ##### Anjelica Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Fraser Mar 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Friendly, convenient and good value place in the centre of Santa Elena ##### Fraser Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mukhtar Mar 19, 2023 Great location! Near a lot off restaurants! ##### Mukhtar Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Dec 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Staff were very helpful and friendly. Good central location ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pramod Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very helpful. Place had everyting wr needed. ##### Pramod Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Pilar Mar 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities In general the place was good. Not enough tables for breakfast, you had to make your own coffee and breakfast portions were small. Bed a little on a firm side, not enough water pressure for the shower ##### Pilar Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cecilia Mar 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Pension was good the breakfast was perfect, the kitchen worked well too and room was great. They had free yoga and they helped us book tours and things to do. ##### Cecilia Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher Feb 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Best hostel experience! This is an amazing place to stay. Feels like a cozy bed and breakfast up in the mountains. The staff is so friendly and accommodating! Common areas are comfortable and the free breakfast is a great way to start your day. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9163423E99E28AD919BC9451DFA337EA2698FBE21707205803255.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christopher Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### MacKenzie May 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities The staff were very nice and helpful. I enjoyed the courtyard. ##### MacKenzie Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace Jan 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Had a lovely experience staying here! Has a great location -walking distance to restaurants and shops. Staff were welcoming and helpful with booking us a shuttle and recommending places! Very cozy and comfortable sleep, clean and cute place, tasty free breakfast included. Pretty garden lounge area outside too! ##### Grace ### 10/10 Excellent #### Meredith Apr 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This is our 4th time staying at the Pension Santa Maria. Staff and guests are super friendly. Location is very centralized. Beds are comfortable (but bring your own pillows). ##### Meredith Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Maria Feb 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities Excellent location, well equipped and clean common area, free breakfast. Paper thin walls, squeaky bed. ##### Maria Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### THOMAS Aug 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff was very helpful they arranged my ground transportation when I left ##### THOMAS Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### LAURA Jan 6, 2024 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Amenities We really enjoyed our stay at the pension. We had the chance to meet with beautiful people and share parts of our trip with them. The place is very well located, but the area is quite busy and get somehow quite noisy with traffic noise in the background. ##### LAURA Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorene Jan 16, 2025 The photos make the rooms look bigger. They also don’t show they count a double bed as a loft that has a low ceiling. ##### Lorene Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Hilla Dec 26, 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness Check if it is what you are looking for ##### Hilla Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Abby Mar 12, 2023 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### friendly staff, easy access to town, slept awful The hotel has a lot of personality and staff was super friendly and helpful. The included breakfast was great. Hotel is easily walkable to a bunch of good restaurants and super market in the area. Beds were not comfortable and there is no sound proofing in the rooms-- we could hear everything on the main road all night long. We slept really poorly but otherwise were happy with the hotel. ##### Abby Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### ian Dec 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Basic but perfect Very basic. but super friendly and convenient, the staff are great, the breakfast is really good local food.. you have to try the local ice cream at the front of the hostel it was amazing. great base for town and trips. also the hotel helped us with our arrangements when our plan were changed due to flight issues.. thank you Pesion Santa Elena. ##### ian Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Olivia Mar 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service #### Comfortable, convenient. Super convenient location, very clean and comfy bed, warm shower, staff helpful and breakfast included with ease. Downside: noisy road, lots of dust and exhaust fumes. However, if you’re staying here it’s likely because you want the central location and it’s right in the centre so it’s perfect. Wouldn’t stay if I had a car. The kitchen facilities could also do with updating: better pans and more fridge space. ##### Olivia Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### K Mar 30, 2024 Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities #### Great for the solo female traveller As a female traveller, I felt completely safe here and would definitely stay again if I'm ever back in Monteverde. Great place for a solo traveller with a communal kitchen to help keep down expenses of eating out. WiFi in all the rooms. Staff were extremely friendly, welcoming and helpful 😊 My only complaint would be the floors in my room hadn't been cleaned (but in fairness it's a 2 star hostel, not a 5 star hotel). Make sure you have some flip flops or slippers for the room and then its not a problem 👌 ##### K Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Mar 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities #### Good location, but… Santa Elena Pension is in a central spot of Monteverde. However, there is poor noise isolation so you can really hear the traffic outside. In addition, some of the staff were a bit rude and unhelpful. The room itself is fine, but the floor is concrete and uneven. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Alice Dec 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities I am a senior traveler and was trying to bring the self-indulgence of a solo trip in on a budget. Staying at Pension Santa Elena helped. I had a Garden Standard Room with private bath. Location in the town in very good for a traveler without a car. As noted by others staff are pleasant, informative and helpful with making travel arrangements. Room was basic but comfortable, shower was good. Found the pension quiet at night, though an early start to motorcycle traffic in the am might be a problem for some. Satisfied with the breakfast. If you are out and about before it is offered at 7 am, Panaderia Jimenez just up the street opens at 0500 and has good coffee. ##### Alice Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Fairmont Vancouver Airport In-Terminal Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Fairmont-Vancouver-Airport-In-Terminal-Hotel.h432651.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Costa Verde](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Hotel-Costa-Verde.h5580910.Hotel-Information) > > [Cottages Ontario](https://www.expedia.ca/Ontario-Cottages.d11178-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Fiesta Resort Central Pacific - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Barranca-Hotels-Fiesta-Resort-Central-Pacific-All-Inclusive.h692315.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Vacation Club at Los Suenos](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Marriott-Vacation-Club-At-Los-Suenos.h60169844.Hotel-Information) > > [Igloo Beach Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-IGLOO-BEACH-LODGE.h46091182.Hotel-Information) > > [Si Como No Resort, Spa and Wildlife Refuge](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Si-Como-No-Resort.h1321388.Hotel-Information) > > [Bosque del Cabo Rain Forest Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Jimenez-Hotels-Bosque-Del-Cabo-Rain-Forest-Lodge.h11886299.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Buffalo](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo-Hotels.d602674.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel San Bada Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Hotel-San-Bada.h4247464.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Nantipa - A Tico Beach Experience](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobano-Hotels-Hotel-Nantipa-A-Tico-Beach-Experience.h28413626.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Naoz](https://www.expedia.ca/Manuel-Antonio-Hotels-Hotel-Naoz.h74524806.Hotel-Information) > > [La Vela Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-La-Vela-Boutique-Hotel.h11881555.Hotel-Information) > > [La Mariposa Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-La-Mariposa-Hotel.h119352.Hotel-Information) > > [Incredible Tropical Retreat Full of Monkeys, Sloths, Toucans and much more](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Incredible-Tropical-Retreat-Full-Of-Monkeys.h19220284.Hotel-Information) > > [Tango Mar Beachfront Boutique Hotel & Villas](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobano-Hotels-Tango-Mar-Beachfront-Boutique-Hotel-Villas.h903960.Hotel-Information) > > [The LINQ Hotel & Casino – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-The-LINQ-Hotel-Experience.h8753178.Hotel-Information) > > [Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Los-Suenos-Marriott-Ocean-Golf-Resort.h522999.Hotel-Information) > > [Shana by the Beach Manuel Antonio](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Shana-By-The-Beach-Manuel-Antonio.h2351763.Hotel-Information) > > [Tulemar Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Tulemar-Resort.h12685352.Hotel-Information) > > [El Faro Containers Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-El-Faro-Containers-Beach-Hotel.h8249200.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Punta Leona](https://www.expedia.ca/Jaco-Hotels-Hotel-Punta-Leona.h486442.Hotel-Information) > > [Arenas Del Mar Beachfront & Rainforest Member of the Cayuga Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Quepos-Hotels-Arenas-Del-Mar-Beachfront-Rainforest-Member-Of-The-Cayuga-Collection.h1484897.Hotel-Information) > > [Barceló Tambor](https://www.expedia.ca/Paquera-Hotels-Barcelo-Tambor.h795208.Hotel-Information) > > [Ylang Ylang Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Cobano-Hotels-Ylang-Ylang-Beach-Resort.h32536597.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyz/calgary-to-toronto) ### Packages > [Vietnam Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Vietnam.d194.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [all inclusive vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations)