Santa Elena Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast
Lovely helpful staff. Nice kitchen area. Very good breakfast included. Good location. The only negative was that our windows rattled all night for our 3 day stay due to the wind which is very strong here at the top of the hill.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Monteverde Lodge by Böëna
The grounds were beautiful with several short trails. We really enjoyed the night hike. Great food and hospitality.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Cala Lodge
Very clean, nice location and staff.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Villas Jawara
Beautiful well-appointed home!!! We were excited to find a washing machine since we were 5+ days into our trip in Costa Rica, coming from Guanacaste. Villa Calathea met our needs perfectly and thoroughly enjoyed the views, serenity, hot tub, etc. It's great that we had access to the hot sprints, ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Cabañas del Lago
The owner Roy was super helpful and had a big heart. We were hit by a motorcycle at the entrance of the hotel in a dark night. Roy stayed with all night to calm us down, handle the issue as translator, as coordinator guiding us through the whole process and brought us to the police station to report. ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Los Pinos Cabanas y Jardines
Quiet, peaceful stay in a character, wood cottage. Set in a forest, don't forget to climb the hill to the lookout. Enjoyed the fireplace and everything about the visit.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve
Enjoy a trip to Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve and popular activities such as hiking in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.
Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde
Explore the lovely green spaces of Reserva Biológica Bosque Nuboso Monteverde and enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. Wander the lush forest or discover the area's volcano viewpoints.
Wildlife Refuge Monteverde
Explore the great outdoors at Wildlife Refuge Monteverde, a lovely green space in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.
Monteverde Butterfly Gardens
Explore the lovely green spaces of Monteverde Butterfly Gardens and also enjoy the hiking trails in Monteverde. While you're in the area, wander around the lush forest.
Monteverde Orchid Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Monteverde Orchid Garden, a lovely green space in Santa Elena. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the local tours.
Curi-Cancha Reserve
Enjoy the volcano viewpoints and explore Curi-Cancha Reserve, a lovely green space in Monteverde. Amble around the area's lush forest or seek out the hiking trails.
Activities
Monteverde Night Tour: Glass Frogs, lateralis, Sloths & Jungle
Monteverde Night Tour Unique Experience
