Pension Santa Elena

Hotels
8.1 (828 reviews)
Contigua al Banco Nacional Santa Elena , Monteverde Costa Rica , CR

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Garden
Pets allowed
Laundry
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Central location
Good service
Comfortable common areas
Cons:
Small rooms
Noise issues
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
7.86
Rooms are small and noise can be an issue, suggesting cleanliness may be affected by proximity.
Service
8.63
Staff are pleasant and responsive, showing good service.
Location
8.47
Several reviews highlighted the central location as a major plus.
Room Quality
7.62
Specific complaints about small rooms and thin walls impacting overall comfort.
Amenities
8.15
Good common areas and facilities like a kitchen were noted.
Value for Money
8.31
Overall considered good value for the price paid.
Food and Beverage
7.86
Limited breakfast options were mentioned, causing a slight dip in rating.
Overall Experience
7.93
Generally positive experiences with minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 08:13

Property Description

Charming Hotel in Monteverde, Costa Rica

Historic Building: Pension Santa Elena, dating back to 1990, offers a unique stay in Monteverde, Costa Rica. The property boasts a cozy garden and a shared lounge for guests to relax and unwind.

Local Adventures: With Sky Adventures Monteverde just 2.7 km away and Selvatura Adventure Park at 3.9 km, thrill-seekers will find plenty to do. Nature lovers can explore Monteverde Ecological Sanctuary, only an 8-minute walk from the hotel.

Convenient Services: Start your day with a delicious American or vegetarian breakfast. Need tips for exploring the area? The tour desk is at your service. Plus, enjoy free WiFi throughout the property.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at Pension Santa Elena!

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 828 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.86
Service: 8.63
Location: 8.47
Room Quality: 7.62
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 7.86
Overall Experience: 7.93
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Quentin François David • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Baolong • solo_traveller • us
10
Best value in town
Pros:

Center location. Greta value . Nice breakfast. Very helpful stuff .

Cons:

None

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Noa • couple • es
10
Increíble calidad precio. El chico de la recepción tremendamente amable y con unas excelentes recomendaciones de sitios
Pros:

La mejor ubicación

Cons:

Todo perfecto

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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LEDUC • extended_group • fr
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Jarred • family_with_children • cr
10
Pros:

Super adorable, clean, super hot shower and can't bear the location

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Michael • family_with_children • au
10
Excellent value
Pros:

Excellent value for money, good location in town, nice rooms, comfy bed, great breakfast.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Amalia • solo_traveller • cl
10
Pros:

Neatest shared kitchen I ever been, loved it and amazing location, you can see guatusas and coatis chilling in the garden and also they do have coffee and tea available all day long

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Olaia • family_with_children • es
10
2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Núñez • solo_traveller • cr
6
Pros:

Na

Cons:

No emiten factura

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Camille • solo_traveller • fr
8
Très sympathique
Pros:

Établissement très bien situé, agréable, et point fort sur le personnel, et aussi à noter que le petit déjeuner est inclus et copieux.

Cons:

Je pense que les horaires de la cuisine sont à revoir, notamment sur l'horaire de la fermeture de la cuisine (21h).

2026-10-09 • via Nuitee
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Megan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Perfect!
Pros:

Brilliant place and amazing value for money! Friendly and really helpful staff, delicious breakfast, great facilities, nice and comfortable room, clean. We enjoyed the night tour we booked via here.

Cons:

Nothing!

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Anna • couple • de
10
Im Herzen von St Elena mit Frühstück
Pros:

Sehr schöne und preisgünstige Unterkunft, im Zentrum mit Parkplatz , gutes Frühstück, ruhig.

Cons:

-

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Monge • couple • cr
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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sofi barzilay • solo_traveller • th
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • de
10
Perfekt
Pros:

Besser als erwartet. Das Zimmer war absolut sauber und auch die Gemeinschaftsküche war top in Schuss. Sehr zu empfehlen. Tolle Arbeit, weiter so!

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Marion • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

-Emplacement central dans SantaElena
-Gentillesse des personnes a la réception
-Petit dejeuner (sale ou sucré) tres bon
-Propreté des chambres et des parties communes (cuisine, sanitaire)
-Ambiance chaleureuse

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Rebeca • solo_traveller • es
8
Acogedor
Pros:

El desayuno era lo mejor y la gente. El acogedor

Cons:

Tiene facilidad de que se cuelen bichitos y la almohada muy alta.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Miren • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

La ubicación es inmejorable. El personal super amable y la relación calidad-precio impecable.

Cons:

Nada

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Núñez • extended_group • cr
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
S
sofi barzilay • solo_traveller • th
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee