Title: The 10 Best Hotels Near Playa Guaria, Santa Elena from CA $66 | Expedia.ca [Santa Elena Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Elena.dx553248635973283445)[Vacation Rentals in Santa Elena](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Elena-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635973283445.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Playa Guaria Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Playa-Guaria.d553248635997364848.Car-Rental-Guide)[Playa Guaria Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Guaria-Santa-Elena.d553248635997364848.Vacation-Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Feb 27 - Feb 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635997364848&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Feb 28 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635997364848&startDate=2026-02-28&endDate=2026-03-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Feb 27 - Mar 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635997364848&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Mar 6 - Mar 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248635997364848&startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-08&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Our top choices for Playa Guaria hotels ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103913300/103913218/18103ff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Quadruple Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103913300/103913218/fb1aee9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103913300/103913218/6a74930d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103913300/103913218/b39f5729.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Santa Elena Lodge [](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Elena-Hotels-Santa-Elena-Lodge.h103913218.Hotel-Information) 2.2 km from Playa Guaria 9.8/10 Exceptional (23 reviews) "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." ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Robert CA $76 CA $139 total includes taxes & fees Mar 14 - Mar 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Elena-Hotels-Santa-Elena-Lodge.h103913218.Hotel-Information) ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69385300/69385292/aee98d16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Family Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69385300/69385292/65be772d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69385300/69385292/cae37198.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Traditional Studio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69385300/69385292/35f08901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Nandel Beach Resort [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Nandel-Beach-Resort.h69385292.Hotel-Information) 7.7 km from Playa Guaria 8.4/10 Very good (194 reviews) "Nice room" ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Radley CA $176 CA $199 total includes taxes & fees Mar 14 - Mar 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Nandel-Beach-Resort.h69385292.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18760000/18757300/18757289/2739b048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach nearby, windsurfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18760000/18757300/18757289/48589d6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18760000/18757300/18757289/ac71f68b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cabin, 1 Bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18760000/18757300/18757289/830e5668.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Blue-Dream-Kiteboarding-Resort.h18757289.Hotel-Information) 7.2 km from Playa Guaria 8.6/10 Excellent (72 reviews) "Everything was great, especially the staff, and all the conveniences." ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) carl CA $55 CA $77 total includes taxes & fees Mar 14 - Mar 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Blue-Dream-Kiteboarding-Resort.h18757289.Hotel-Information) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/b2be50b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/db3e5700.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/b783f6cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Comfort Twin Room, 2 Single Beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/884ed68a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Punta Descartes [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Punta-Descartes.h96776870.Hotel-Information) 14.6 km from Playa Guaria 8.6/10 Excellent (24 reviews) "Excelente Service and Good Food," ![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg) Elsworth [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Punta-Descartes.h96776870.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114116200/114116119/dc47215a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Balcony | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114116200/114116119/w1969h1536x0y0-dcb0261d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Balcony | Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114116200/114116119/02e7f5b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Cabin, 1 Bedroom, Smoking, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114116200/114116119/a8169eac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Linda Casita [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Linda-Casita-Breakfast-Included.h114116119.Hotel-Information) 9.1 km from Playa Guaria 10/10 Exceptional (1 review) "Muy buena atención excelente el local" ![Costa Rica](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/cr.svg) Daniel CA $59 CA $66 total includes taxes & fees Mar 6 - Mar 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Linda-Casita-Breakfast-Included.h114116119.Hotel-Information) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124400000/124396700/124396659/8ef525db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124400000/124396700/124396659/665ecb00.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124400000/124396700/124396659/8eb1f951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Deluxe Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Patio, Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124400000/124396700/124396659/34536ee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Esencia de Miel Villas & Boutique Safari [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Esencia-De-Miel-Villas-Boutique-Safari.h124396659.Hotel-Information) 6.5 km from Playa Guaria CA $246 CA $305 total includes taxes & fees Mar 5 - Mar 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/La-Cruz-Hotels-Esencia-De-Miel-Villas-Boutique-Safari.h124396659.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15®ionId=553248635997364848&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Compare popular hotels close to Playa Guaria | Property | Star rating | Guest rating | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included | | | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------ | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- | | | ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103913300/103913218/18103ff8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Santa Elena Lodge | 2.5 star property | 9.8Exceptional23 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Breakfast, lunch and dinner served](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69390000/69385300/69385292/aee98d16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Nandel Beach Resort | 3.5 star property | 8.4Very good194 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18760000/18757300/18757289/2739b048.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Blue Dream Kiteboarding Resort | 2.5 star property | 8.6Excellent72 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96780000/96776900/96776870/b2be50b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Hotel Punta Descartes | 3.0 star property | 8.6Excellent24 reviews | View | | | | | | | ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114120000/114116200/114116119/dc47215a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Linda Casita | 2.0 star property | 10.0Exceptional1 review | View | | | | | | ## Top Playa Guaria Hotel Reviews ![Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5440000/5431400/5431338/9bf2a11d_y.jpg) ### Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive 10/10 Excellent "Great place" [](https://expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Palace-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive.h5431338.Hotel-Information) ![Condovac la Costa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12540000/12534600/12534581/e5e1be5d_y.jpg) ### Condovac la Costa 10/10 Excellent "The housekeeper Ana was the exceptional part of my stay. She went above and beyond as a housekeeper. I’ve traveled the world and stayed in 100’s of hotels and resorts. I’ve never had such great service out of one single person. If she isn’t the boss, she should be. In real life outside of vacation I run a crew of 100’s of people. Give that woman an crew and have her train them on EXACTLY what to do! She’s the one! I recognize leaders in their field when I see them. She’s the leader! We had a great stay at the resort, thank you to all who work there" [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Condovac-La-Costa.h12534581.Hotel-Information) ![Villas Sol Beach Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1820000/1810700/1810654/a968fedf_y.jpg) ### Villas Sol Beach Resort 10/10 Excellent "Yes" [](https://expedia.ca/Playa-Hermosa-Hotels-Villas-Sol-Hotel-And-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h1810654.Hotel-Information) ![Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95680000/95677000/95676903/2edaf9e4_y.jpg) ### Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport 10/10 Excellent "room was exceptionally clean. We received a grab and go back as we had to leave at 5:00am. there was a shuttle to the airport which was also makes it easier for the traveller." [](https://expedia.ca/Liberia-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-Guanacaste-Airport.h95676903.Hotel-Information) ![Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1860000/1858800/1858721/177d51e5_y.jpg) ### Buena Vista del Rincon Eco Adventure Park, Hotel & Spa 10/10 Excellent "From the location to the comfort and cleanliness, everything was top notch" [](https://expedia.ca/Canas-Dulces-Hotels-Buena-Vista-Del-Rincon-Eco-Adventure-Park.h1858721.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2820000/2818800/2818771/998dab18_y.jpg) ### Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive 10/10 Excellent "The staff was always willing to help, clean/big rooms We had the best view, monkeys every day Drinks were good, pools were fun" [](https://expedia.ca/El-Ocotal-Hotels-Riu-Guanacaste-All-Inclusive.h2818771.Hotel-Information) ![Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/660000/659700/659642/85805c69_y.jpg) ### Occidental Papagayo - Adults Only - All inclusive 10/10 Excellent "There is the buffet and snack bar. Snack bar is not open for dinner, its the steak house then. We ate most meals at buffets, and while small, food was not too bad! Snack bar does have made to order burgers! Oriental and italian were great with great atmosphere! You do have to go to the front desk to make reservations. We did premium so did get premium lounge which had better alcohol, and had room service which we did once. Drinks were only okay. We could not find a good margarita all week, anywhere! Tried both white and red wine which were both good, and loved the Imperial beer! While old, it’s beautiful and quaint. Lots of walking, but there’s also a shuttle running all the time too." [](https://expedia.ca/Panama-Beach-Hotels-Occidental-Papagayo-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h659642.Hotel-Information) ![CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1340000/1334000/1333932/1ded58e0_y.jpg) ### CC Beach Front Papagayo All Inclusive 10/10 Excellent "We had such a wonderful and relaxing stay at the resort. The staff were so kind and really caring to the kids. The food was top notch and comforting. Every day had a different theme. The drinks were great too. The property is set facing the beach and the views during sunset are really beautiful. The beach was sufficiently clean and looked like there were lots of activities you could purchase separately. One of the pools were being cleaned when we were staying. But the other three were great and also relaxing. The best part of this resort was that it was not over crowded. So you felt that you're being taken care of. Over all our family thoroughly enjoyed here. Would absolutely come back in a heartbeat." [](https://expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-Casa-Conde-Beach-Front-Hotel.h1333932.Hotel-Information) ![Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21890000/21883000/21882911/cd2adec8_y.jpg) ### Planet Hollywood Costa Rica by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort 10/10 Excellent "The staff at Planet Hollywood are fantastic. Very inviting, friendly, accommodating, and truly display the idea of 'Pura Vida'. The food was delicious, the drinks were great and the entertainment staff did a phenomenal job. This wasy second time at this location and I'm positive there will be a third sometime soon." [](https://expedia.ca/Papagayo-Hotels-Planet-Hollywood-Beach-Resort-Costa-Rica-All-Inclusive.h21882911.Hotel-Information) ## Hotels near other Playa Guaria attractions ### Playa Coronado Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Coronado during your trip to Cuajiniquil? [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=977882272466481152) ### Junquillal Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Junquillal Beach during your trip to Santa Elena? [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635997364935) ### Playa Cuajiniquil Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Cuajiniquil during your trip to Cuajiniquil? [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635997364188) ### Playa Mostrencal Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Mostrencal during your trip to La Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635997363716) ### Sector Murciélago Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sector Murciélago during your trip to Santa Elena? [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=977882288085905408) ### Playa Coyotera Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Coyotera during your trip to La Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [See properties](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=553248635997364209) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Playa Guaria? ### Where is the best place to stay close to Playa Guaria? ### How many hotels are there near Playa Guaria? ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Playa Guaria, will I receive a refund? ### What can I see and do near Playa Guaria?