Pension Santa Elena

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

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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SOFIA couple es
8
2026-08-14 via Nuitee
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YUKIO couple jp
9
コスパ最高
Pros:

コスパ最高です。建物は古く、老朽化していますが、室内は広く、メンテナンスが行き届いての快適に過ごせました。スタッフの方々の対応が親切で丁寧なので、困ることがなく、安心して過ごせました。本当に感謝しています。

Cons:

特にありません。

2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Nuno solo_traveller pt
8
2026-08-13 via Nuitee
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Peter family_with_children de
8
2026-08-12 via Nuitee
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Marie-Eve family_with_children ca
8
Excellent rapport qualité prix. Parfait pour les familles. Je recommande.
Pros:

Les personnes à l'accueil sont très sympathiques et nous ont donné de bons conseils pour les activités et nos déplacements.

Très bons petits déjeuners (inclus) qu'on a pu manger sur la petite terrasse devant.

La cuisine partagée est bien pratique pour économiser un peu (comme tout est cher au Costa Rica, ça peut permettre de prendre une petite pause de restaurants - et en plus il y a une épicerie à côté).

Les espaces communs sont confortables pour relaxer à la fin de la journée.

Cons:

Rien à signaler.

2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Barbara solo_traveller it
9
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Vadiraj couple mx
7
2026-08-11 via Nuitee
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Dominica couple cr
10
2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Quentin solo_traveller nl
8
Pros:

Centrale ligging, rustige sfeer.

Cons:

De matrassen waren niet heel comfortabel, hard en kuilen, duidelijk aan vervanging toe.

2026-08-10 via Nuitee
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Julia solo_traveller nl
9
Pros:

Great breakfast

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Heinrich-Stinner family_with_children de
10
Herrlich erfrischendes Ambiente mit netten Leuten und too Preis-Leistungsverhältnis. Vielen lieben Dank!
Pros:

Das Hostal ist sehr gut gelegen, hat ein tolles Frühstück und eine Gemeinschaftsküche, was uns super gut gefallen hat. Ein schöner Mix, aus allen Altersgruppen, Familien, Alleinreisenden, etc.

Cons:

Nichts. Alles war super.

2026-08-09 via Nuitee
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Sophie family_with_children ca
10
Pros:

Super bien situé, confortable et les douches chaudes étaient parfaites. Espace commun agréable pour jouer et se reposer. La cuisine est correctement équipée pour cuisiner simplement. Personnel est super sympa, on s’y sent bien. Je recommande

Cons:

Ce n’est pas un problème pour nous mais internet avait des sautes d’humeur. Ok pour faire des recherches et communication quotidienne, mais si vous avez besoin d’un haut débit, je ne suis pas certaine

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Júlia couple gb
10
Pros:

Great, clean and comfortable room. Lovely reception staff. Small kitchen which looked great but we didn't use. The location is very central and perfect. Breakfast included was a plus. We booked and night tour through reception which made the process super easy. Highly recommend for a short/few days stay!!!

2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Leire solo_traveller es
9
2026-08-08 via Nuitee
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Juanillolu solo_traveller es
8
Pros:

Buenas ubicación y bastante acogedor. La ducha salía con buena presión y caliente. Un patio común bastante bonito.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Tim Lucas solo_traveller de
5
Pros:

Gute Lage, Küche wurde gepflegt.

Cons:

Kein sehr nettes Personal, sehr unflexibel mit dem Frühstück. Wir mussten leider schon um 6 Uhr morgens abfahren und normalerweise findet man dann mit dem Frühstück eine Lösung. Das war hier nicht der Fall.

2026-08-07 via Nuitee
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Tom couple de
10
Pros:

Die Lage, das Personal und vorallem das Frühstück waren hervorragend!!

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Jackson solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Great place to stay right in the middle of Monteverde. Very friendly and helpful staff

2026-08-06 via Nuitee
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Lorena solo_traveller be
8
Goed verblijf
Pros:

-Goede locatie, pal in het midden van het stadje

Cons:

-Te weinig douches en toiletten

2026-08-05 via Nuitee
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Gabriela couple cr
9
2026-08-04 via Nuitee