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Top Santa Elena Family Hotels

Front of property - evening/night
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna
4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (365)
"Great hotel, awesome views and extremely eco friendly. Very nice hotel. "
The price is CA $344
CA $388 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna
Exterior
Cala Lodge
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (488)
"Being in our room here almost felt like being in an upscale cabin or treehouse! It was very quiet and peaceful. There were thunderstorms at night and I loved listening to them while lying in bed. The bathroom was extremely nice with good soap, shampoo, conditioner, and body lotion. There is a lovely trail at the back of the property. "
The price is CA $93
CA $105 total
includes taxes & fees
May 30 - May 31
Cala Lodge
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (884)
"Very cute, modest B&B. Wonderful views from the common deck off the lobby and breakfast is tasty. Rooms are on the small side, but clean and comfortable. Would stay here again. "
The price is CA $119
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Private kitchen
Rainy Days b&b
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Ernesto and his family obviously have pride of ownership in their quaint B&B. But more than that, they obviously have a deep love for what they do and where they live, and they want everyone to have a meaningful experience. They went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable and welcomed. The rooms were basic, yet met all the needs and were very comfortable. They were surprisingly large and conveniently located to shops, dining, and attractions. "
Rainy Days b&b
Exterior
Pensión Santa Elena
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (341)
"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...
The price is CA $64
CA $72 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Pensión Santa Elena
Children's play area - indoor
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (566)
"Beautiful, faciltiy. We stayed in the Forest Deluxe room which was larger and a bit further back from the road. The grounds are well maintained, the breakfast service was great and the staff was friendly. Just across the street are some decent restaurants and a grocery store. It's a short 2-3 block walk to the town square. "
The price is CA $288
CA $326 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco
Interior
Monteverde Country Lodge
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (239)
"Beautiful property with large dining room for breakfast. Only downside is that it is Not walkable to Santa Elena town."
The price is CA $144
CA $163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Monteverde Country Lodge
Front of property - evening/night
Cabinas Eddy
2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6)
"Freddy was wonderful! Even though we had booked our tours online he helped arrange for them to pick us up. Breakfast was fresh & cooked to order. Rooms were older but clean. Would stay here again"
Cabinas Eddy
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Family Hotels in Santa Elena

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Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Elena like for family-friendly vacations?
If you’ve been thinking about a vacation with your kids, Santa Elena is a good choice. The recreation options, local tours, and coffee shops are just some of the things that make this an attractive family vacation spot. Arrange a flight into La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is located 17.4 mi (28 km) from the city center.
What's the best hotel for a family vacation to Santa Elena?
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna is a hotel with an outdoor pool and a restaurant, and it’s a top choice on Expedia for families. Other choices to stay with the kids include Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco and Cala Lodge.
How many hotels that welcome families are there in Santa Elena?
Expedia has 20 hotels in Santa Elena that are rated for being family-friendly.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Santa Elena?
The hottest months are usually March and February with an average temp of 81°F, while the coldest months are January and December with an average of 79°F. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, August, June, and September, with each month seeing an average of 19 inches of rainfall.
What's there to see and do with your family in Santa Elena?
While you and your family are visiting Santa Elena, you might want to check out some kid-friendly attractions such as Ficus La Raiz and Arenal Volcano National Park. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Children’s Eternal Rainforest and El Cafetal.

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