Santa Elena accommodation from NZ$166

The Casa Luna Hotel & Spa is located 25 kilometres away from the heart of Santa Elena. Another option is the Hostel Rio Danta, which is located 25 kilometres away. The Regina Hotel and the Hotel La Fortuna are two alternative options in Santa Elena.

But wait, there's more! Don't leave without taking a look at what you can discover in the wider region of Arenal Volcano Region. Northern Plains has forests and lakes, along with commonly visited Northern Plains attractions like the traditional villages. Energetic visitors may also try their hand at hiking and shore fishing in this part of Costa Rica.

Everyone knows we Kiwis know how to relax, so consider extending your stay and check out the Butterfly Conservatory and Costa Rica Sky Adventures, in El Castillo, 14 kilometres to the northeast of Santa Elena. The Arenal Vista Lodge and Arenal Observatory Lodge & Spa are just some of the great accommodation options in El Castillo. Or, you could consider staying in Fortuna, 25 kilometres to the northeast of Santa Elena, where you can pick from the Hotel Magic Mountain and Aparthotel Tierra del Fuego. The Baldi Hot Springs, La Fortuna Waterfall and Los Lagos Hot Springs are just some of the more popular points of interest to experience in Fortuna.

Before your Santa Elena trip draws to a close, why not spend an afternoon cheering along with local sports obsessives at a local sporting fixture? Saprissa Stadium is 90 kilometres to the southeast of Santa Elena. For travellers who fancy booking a bed nearby, make a reservation at the Hotel Bougainvillea or the Isla Los Angeles Costa Rica.

Located 75 kilometres from Santa Elena is Juan Santamaria International Airport. Stay nearby at the Hampton Inn and Suites San Jose Airport or the Holiday Inn Express San Jose Costa Rica Airport.