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Vacation Rentals in Santa Elena

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Toro Blanco Resort
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (63)
"Overall, my stay was good. The hotel could use some upgrades overall bathroom/in the back of the hotel breakfast definitely needs to upgrade because not everybody eats vegan food the perfect store across the street service for Surj. The attitude of the hotel was very good and they went out of the way to make my state as good as possible "
The price is CA $129
CA $146 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Toro Blanco Resort
2 outdoor pools, open 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
3.5 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (72)
"Beside the bugs everything else was great ! We will definitely come back again. The best part was the private beach and the reef with the exotic fish (left side of beach) "
The price is CA $227
CA $389 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Aerial view
Coco Breeze Private Residence
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (40)
"The CoCo Breeze was great! Grocery nearby. Easy communication with staff. Cleaning service was ok. Beach club was also very nice. Would definitely recommend. "
Coco Breeze Private Residence
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Beach
Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (109)
"Mark is an amazing host and the location on the beach could not be more beautiful!"
Spectacular Ocean View, beachfront with 3 swimming pools, snorkel gear included
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Stunning Direct Beachfront Villa in Beautiful Playa Ocotal at Bahia Pez Vela
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"The villa is a beautiful, well kept home just off the beach of a very pleasant cove. It is in a secure and semi-private complex around the cove (by law the beach is open to the public, but this was not a major issue) which is extremely well maintained with gracious and friendly staff. Included is an excellent restaurant open all day which overlooks the great swimming pools and the cove. The villa itself is well laid out; has a generous and totally equipped kitchen, nice dining and living room...
Stunning Direct Beachfront Villa in Beautiful Playa Ocotal at Bahia Pez Vela
Comfort Apartment | Terrace/patio
Hermosa Paradise
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (38)
"Nice to have fenced in parking. Pool was nice. Apartment like room was clean. The person we worked with was very helpful and spoke English better than we spoke Spanish. Good WiFi. Excellent price. "
The price is CA $57
CA $65 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 11 - Jun 12
Hermosa Paradise
Beach nearby, beach towels
Peaceful Hidden Gem 2 bed, 2 bath, Beautiful Pool - 5min walk to Coco Beach!
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8)
"Very nice place. Kitchen fully equipped which is rare but so Much appreciated.Pool clean!"
Peaceful Hidden Gem 2 bed, 2 bath, Beautiful Pool - 5min walk to Coco Beach!
Property grounds
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18)
"The place had amazing views. The staff was very nice. The number of bedrooms/ bathrooms was very misleading. I would not recommend that an adult sleep on a pull out couch."
A true paradise in Playa Hermosa Guanacaste
Property grounds
BEACHFRONT VILLA - FORMER BACARDI FAMILY COMPOUND! Lg FAMILY/WEDDING/EVENT VENUE
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"Our group of 6 couples stayed here. The house accommodated all of us with plenty of shared space. We loved the location and simplicity of the area. Beach and sunsets were picture perfect. Would definitely recommend."
BEACHFRONT VILLA - FORMER BACARDI FAMILY COMPOUND! Lg FAMILY/WEDDING/EVENT VENUE
Exterior
Spectacular Ocean View, Mtn. Top, 5 STAR, Huge pool, Hot tub
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (117)
"When you walk into the house, you will be absolutely amazed at the view. The house has everything you need with plenty of room. On occasion howler monkeys would visit the area, actually one woke us up one morning it was so close and so vocal. We recommend Ocotal Beach. Clear and beautiful water. The only thing that I didn’t like was the lack of control of the jacuzzi. It is on between 5 and 10, and if you want to use it any earlier than 5, you have no control. The staff was helpful. You will...
Spectacular Ocean View, Mtn. Top, 5 STAR, Huge pool, Hot tub
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80)
"Proximity to playa Ocotal was amazing. We loved this private and beautiful beach. Pool at the complex and access to beach club and coco bay estates were amazing."
EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF COSTA RICA: SANITARY - SAFE - SECURE
Outdoor pool
Oceanview 2-bedroom Condo at Pacifico Gated Community
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"This property is so conveniently located and was extremely clean, well-maintained, and felt like home. We never really used the kitchen, but it had everything you would need. Beautiful view of the mountains and ocean. Having an oversized parking space below the apartment was very convenient. Oscar went out of his way to check in several times to make sure we were enjoying our stay. We loved our stay here and will definitely be returning."
Oceanview 2-bedroom Condo at Pacifico Gated Community
View from property
Breathtaking, Premium Ocean View Villa with Beach Access. NEWLY REMODELED!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"The unit was absolutely wonderful with amazing views. The unit was very clean and well supplied for the stay. Communication with the host was very easy and she was very responsive. The location is wonderful, so close to the beach. Would recommend a car to be able to visit other beaches and parks"
Breathtaking, Premium Ocean View Villa with Beach Access. NEWLY REMODELED!
Pool
Luxury Home-4 King Master Suites-Heated Pool-Swim Up Bar & Pool Side Game Area
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35)
"We traveled with friends to celebrate a big birthday. This house was perfect for the 4 couples with the 4 large, beautiful master suites. Everyone enjoyed having their own en suite bathroom as well. The pool and deck were so awesome and we spent so much time together out there. The view from the pool is spectacular! Inside, the kitchen and dining area is large and well equipped. We had chef Marcos come twice. I would highly recommend this. He and his crew cooked both lunch and dinner along with...
Luxury Home-4 King Master Suites-Heated Pool-Swim Up Bar & Pool Side Game Area
8 outdoor pools
Tropical Gardens
3.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (49)
"Centrally located property. The beach is three blocks away. The staff are friendly and helpful. They texted us immediately after our arrival for help us locate the property. There’s security at the gate. It was quiet and peaceful. My only issue was not having running water for 30 mins. "
The price is CA $130
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Tropical Gardens
An infinity pool
Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32)
"We vacationed at Villa Dulce Vida with 8 adults. Everything from the booking, planning and duration of the visit was perfect. Alex assisted with planning all excursions prior to arriving and presented an itinerary that included every activity we desired. Once we arrived at the house we were greeted by Gerry, who ensured every activity was perfectly executed. We appreciated Gerrys input and responsiveness to all our needs and requests. He really made the stay special. I completely recommend...
Luxury 4 Bedroom Oceanview Villa w/breathtaking views : Gated Resort Community!
A heated pool
Luxury 3B/2B condo, 10 minutes walk to the beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"Cet appartement est magnifique, moderne, pratique et très bien situé. Nous y avons passé de très belles vacances"
Luxury 3B/2B condo, 10 minutes walk to the beach
2 outdoor pools, free cabanas, sun loungers
Villa Buena Onda - All Inclusive
4.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Everything about this property was perfect! The staff was exceptional!"
Villa Buena Onda - All Inclusive
Pool
Explore Paradise-Linda Vista cottage
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Eladios place was the perfect stay for me and my family. During our time we enjoyed time relaxing by the pool, and getting to know Eladio and his beautiful family. The hospitality they provided.....wow. I am forever grateful. Eladio provided many opportunities to explore. He is so passionate to share the beauty of his country and the wildlife. We spent many hours exploring the geography and the wildlife, never rushing- "tranquilo, tranquilo" with this, we were able to fully enjoy what costa rica...
Explore Paradise-Linda Vista cottage
Pool
Gorgeous Renovated in 2020 Ocean View Home- Perfect Family Vacation
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13)
"We traveled for a spring/senior trip with another family. There were 2 sets of parents and their 6 kids (3 boys, 3 girls), aged 12-20. This house was perfect for our situation and had plenty of space. We were a little worried about the bedrooms because there were reviews that said you had to go through one room to get to the other. However, each room had a patio door to the pool so it was easy for the older kids to go outside and walk around if they wanted. All rooms had their own bathrooms...
Gorgeous Renovated in 2020 Ocean View Home- Perfect Family Vacation
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Santa Elena Vacation Rental Travel Info

Number of vacation rentals
2
Popular accommodation
Santa Elena private vacation homes
Known landmarks
Junquillal Beach, Playa Cuajiniquil and Playa Mostrencal
International airport
Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)

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Outdoor pool
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
4.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (237)
"Staff was amazing "
The price is CA $166
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport
Body treatments, hydrotherapy, facials, 7 treatment rooms
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
4.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (925)
"Karol is amazing !! They make you feel very welcomed "
The price is CA $509
CA $509 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1179)
"Reception is excellent, fastest check in, in quite a while. Car rentals are available onsite. We had dinner & breakfast here before our journey south on the Costa Rica West Coast. There are a lot of family's that use this place as it is very close to LIR airport. The room was spacious, bathroom clean but starting to show signs of needing updating. All the staff that we encountered were fabulous. About the only complaint was that to get a bottle of water you had to pay $5 USD for a quart of local...
The price is CA $166
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Hilton Garden Inn Guanacaste Airport
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.

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Santa Elena. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Santa Elena?

Yes, we have vacation rentals close to the most popular local attractions in Santa Elena, or you can go with a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.

What's the top vacation rental in Santa Elena?

BEACHFRONT VILLA - FORMER BACARDI FAMILY COMPOUND! Lg FAMILY/WEDDING/EVENT VENUE: This vacation home rental near Santa Elena is located on the beach and has an outdoor pool, a balcony, and a barbecue grill 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 you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, an arcade game room, and a spa tub so you can immerse yourself in your vacation.

What can I see and do in Santa Elena?

Santa Rosa National Park and Junquillal Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Other places in town to visit include Maritza Biological Station and Playa Cuajiniquil.

What are vacation rentals like in Santa Elena?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can book for several days or longer in Santa Elena. Vacation rentals provide amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens to help you enjoy your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of seclusion away from public hotel elevators and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.

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