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Your Santa Elena Holiday

When a city break is calling your name, answer it with a Santa Elena holiday package. With all your travel arrangements worked out before you leave, all you need to do here is concentrate on enjoying yourself. Like to explore your surroundings? Punta Carnero Beach, El Paseo Shopping La Peninsula and Punta Barandua are among the top-rated places to visit during your trip to Santa Elena. Check out Expedia's extensive range of travel options and begin planning your ideal holiday to Santa Elena today.

Santa Elena Holiday

Santa Elena Essential Information

Language
Spanish
Currency
U.S dollars
Local Welcome
¡Hola!
Local Goodbye
Adiós
Population
42,200
Max Temp Winter
24ºC
Max Temp Summer
24ºC
Top Sights
Punta Blanca Beach, Punta Barandua and Parque Marino Valdivia

Our pick of the best Santa Elena Hotel Deals

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
3.5 out of 5
Km 10 1/2 via Salinas, Manglar Alto, Santa Elena, Santa Elena
7.6/10 Good! (80 reviews)
"Suave"

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

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Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
Hostería Punta Blanca
Hostería Punta Blanca
3 out of 5
Avenida Del Pescador, Entrada 7, Ruta del Sol, Ruta del Spondylus, Santa Elena, Santa Elena
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$90 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$90
15 July - 16 July
8.8/10 Excellent! (26 reviews)
"Close to beach"

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2025

Hostería Punta Blanca
Blue Villas
Blue Villas
3 out of 5
Entrada 5 de Punta Blanca, Calle 10, Santa Elena, Santa Elena
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Blue Villas
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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.
All Inclusive Holidays

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All Inclusive Holidays
Cheap Holidays

Cheap Holidays

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beach holidays

Beach Holidays

Beach Holidays

Discover the most popular places to visit in Santa Elena

Punta Barandua

You can learn about the history of Punta Blanca with a trip to Punta Barandua.

Punta Barandua

What to do in Santa Elena

Private Full Day Ayangue Tour with Snorkeling in The Pelado's Islote

Day Trip Ayangue Beach & Snorkeling Activity in Pelado's Islote

AU$618
per adult
Day Trip Ayangue Beach & Snorkeling Activity in Pelado's Islote
Salinas

3-Day Tour to Salinas and Montañita from Guayaquil

AU$727
per adult
3-Day Tour to Salinas and Montañita from Guayaquil
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Santa Elena holiday package cost?
You can snap up a holiday package to this popular destination on Expedia. But how much your holiday to Santa Elena costs will depend on your hotel choice, length of stay and season.
What are the cheapest months to go to Santa Elena?
The off-season is the best time to head to Santa Elena if you're hoping to keep costs down. Another tip for scoring cheap Santa Elena holiday packages? Try to avoid visiting during public holidays and any major events.
How many days is enough for Santa Elena?
With a well-organised itinerary, you can easily visit the main Santa Elena sights in a handful of days. But if you want to discover hidden gems or go on day tours, think about booking your Santa Elena holiday for longer.
How to find the best Santa Elena package deals?
Begin your search for a Santa Elena package deal by entering your preferred travel dates and destination under our "Packages" tab. Then add some filters, like "Guest rating" and "Property type," to fine-tune the results to your exact needs. You can also sort by "Package discount" and discover offers that come with huge savings. If you don't find the perfect Santa Elena package deal right away, simply switch up your dates and search again. Bear in mind that deals are only available for a limited time, so book early and get your Santa Elena adventure off to a flying start.
Is it cheaper to book a Santa Elena holiday as a package?
An Expedia holiday package could score you significant savings when compared to arranging stays and flights individually. Better still, you can customise your Santa Elena trip to fit your exact needs. Choose your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a car rental. Check out our great deals to see how much you can save.
When to book a holiday package to Santa Elena?
If you're considering an impromptu Santa Elena holiday, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you take off. Don't want to leave things to the last minute? You can score incredible deals on your hotels and flights by booking ahead.
How to plan a trip to Santa Elena?

  1. Choose your dates: The things you plan to do in Santa Elena and your preferred season will help you decide when to travel.
  2. Set a budget: Consider expenses such as flights, transportation and food when calculating how much to put aside for your trip to Santa Elena. Then, pick a property that matches your budget, whether that's an affordable stay or a lavish retreat.
  3. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're up to speed on Santa Elena, you can figure out the right length of your break. Pull together a draft itinerary and give yourself enough time for all the things you want to do.
  4. Bundle your bookings: With your travel dates in order, you can combine your hotels, car rental, flights and more into a customised Santa Elena holiday package.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.