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Family Hotels & Resorts in Santa Elena from AU$76

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Best Santa Elena Family Hotels

Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna

4.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (412)
"Relaxing, peaceful and attractive hotel. Loved the atrium, garden and dining areas. Beds and linen are very comfortable. Also found the stream off our patio very relaxing. Only negative is that you can hear people in hallway and through the bathroom vent."
The price is AU$852
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Monteverde Lodge & Gardens by Böëna

Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (978)
"Excellent location, good breakfast. Rooms are small but again it is in the mountain city so good. "
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Camino Verde Bed & Breakfast

Cala Lodge

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (522)
"Very good lodge. Rooms are big. Very comfortable bed. Good breakfast. "
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan
Cala Lodge

Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (582)
"Clean property. But it was too loud as some construction was going on. The nature walk around the property was great. Breakfast was good. Shopping nearby and plenty of restaurants at walkable distance. "
The price is AU$492
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco

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

Monteverde Country Lodge

3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (255)
"Decent property. Excellent staff. Mediocre food"
The price is AU$264
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Monteverde Country Lodge

Rainy Days b&b

2.5 star property
8.8 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

Pensión Santa Elena

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (343)
"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 AU$76
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Pensión Santa Elena
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Frequently asked questions

What's Santa Elena like for family-friendly holidays?
The destination of Santa Elena is a great choice if you’ve been thinking about a holiday with your children. The recreation options, local tours and coffee shops are just some of the things that make this an attractive spot for a family holiday. Arrange a flight into La Fortuna (FON-Arenal), which is located 17.4 mi (28 km) from the city centre.
What's the best family accommodation in 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 options for your child-friendly holiday include Hotel & Spa Poco a Poco and Ficus Sunset Suites.
How many hotels that welcome families will I find 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 holiday in Santa Elena?
The hottest months are usually March and February, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are January and December, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Santa Elena are October, August, June and September, with each month seeing an average of 482 mm 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 may want to explore some child-friendly attractions such as Ficus La Raiz and Arenal Volcano National Park. Make sure that you have lots of time for activities such as Children’s Eternal Rainforest and The Motmot Jungle.