A coastal lighthouse with a wooden walkway leading to it, surrounded by a sandy beach and the ocean.

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Cheap Hotels in Santa Elena

Properties are selected based on real traveler reviews and popularity among guests who’ve booked a night in Santa Elena on Hotels.com. These Santa Elena Cheap Hotels consistently deliver on quality, location and traveler experience. Last updated on October 12, 2026.

A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, a stone wall, and outdoor furniture.

A modern kitchen with a built-in microwave, a dining area with a marble table and black chairs, and a view of the outside through a large sliding door.

A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a minimalist design.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a wicker chair.

1. APARTAMENTOS OCEAN SUN 2 DORMITORIOS

Santa Elena

CNY783

CNY984 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and palm trees in front.

A neatly made bed with white linens, two wooden nightstands with a remote control on one, and a blue curtain above the window.

A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by white chairs and tables, and palm trees.

A modern interior with a large glass door, a wooden bench, and potted plants.

2. Hosteria la Costanera

Salinas

CNY241

CNY241 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A dining area with tables and chairs, a pool with a view of greenery, and a ceiling with a skylight.

A hotel reception area with a counter, seating, and a staircase.

A restaurant with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a tiled floor.

A rooftop terrace with a patterned floor, surrounded by high-rise buildings, and a clear sky.

3. Hotel Marvento Dos

Salinas

CNY301

CNY367 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in microwave, and a gas stove.

A room with two wooden beds, each with a blue quilted bedspread and white pillows. There is a window with a view of the sky, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

A building with a sign reading "Sea Horse Hostel" and a gated entrance.

A wall-mounted air conditioner with a sticker indicating energy efficiency. Below it, a flat-screen TV displays the word "NETFLIX" in red letters.

4. Sea Horse

Salinas

CNY199

CNY199 total

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A reception area with a glass door labeled "Mileto," a potted plant, and a seating area with chairs.

A small outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a potted plant, and a door with a sign indicating a hotel room.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A hotel building with a sign that reads "HOTEL Millete."

5. Hotel Mileto

Salinas

CNY287

CNY287 total

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A two-story building with a brick facade, wooden balcony railings, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A room with a bunk bed, a small bedside table with a plant, a window with a view of greenery, and a stone wall.

A wooden deck with benches and a covered area.

A hammock in a room with wooden floors, a brick wall, and a view of the outdoors.

6. CASA DE ORON

Parroquia Colonche

CNY217

CNY217 total

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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Top landmarks in Santa Elena

Punta Blanca Beach

8.8/10 (38 reviews)

If being by the water is a major draw, Punta Blanca Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from central Santa Elena.

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Punta Barandua

8.4/10 (14 reviews)

If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Punta Barandua— just one of the landmarks located 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from central Santa Elena.

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Ballenita Park

9.2/10 (21 reviews)

Ballenita Park is 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Ballenita, why not stop by during your stay. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Parque Marino Valdivia, located nearby.

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Parque Marino Valdivia

8.0/10 (2 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Parque Marino Valdivia, a park in the heart of Santa Elena. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Ballenita Park, located nearby.

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Punta Blanca Chapel

8.6/10 (10 reviews)

You might want to get your camera out and head to Punta Blanca Chapel— just one of the landmarks located 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from central Santa Elena.

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