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Pensión Santa Elena

2.0 star property
Mountain Monteverde hostal with restaurant

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Pensión Santa Elena puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Concierge services
  • Picnic area
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (5)

  • Children stay free
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited onsite parking
The current price is CNY136
CNY154 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23

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Grand Standard | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Standard

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Grand Cabin | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Grand Cabin

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Petite Suite - Private Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Petite Suite - Private Bathroom

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Santa Elena, Monteverde, Monteverde, 5655

What's nearby

  • Monteverde Orchid Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ranario - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Mundo de los Insectos - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Centro Comercial Monteverde - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ficus La Raiz - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • La Fortuna (FON-Arenal) - 146 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tree House Restaurante & Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café Monteverde - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Taco - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Soda La Amistad - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sabor Tico - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Pensión Santa Elena

  • Pensión Santa Elena puts you within a 10-minute drive of Monteverde Cloud Forest Biological Reserve. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (7 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - This restaurant specializes in Mexican cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Pensión Santa Elena Hostel Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal
Pensión ta ena Montever
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal
Pensión Santa Elena Monteverde
Pensión Santa Elena Hostal Monteverde

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Pensión Santa Elena?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of USD 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Pensión Santa Elena?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pensión Santa Elena?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

What is there to do at Pensión Santa Elena and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like hiking and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Pensión Santa Elena?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers Mexican cuisine.

What's the area around Pensión Santa Elena like?

Pensión Santa Elena is a short 1-minute walk from Monteverde Orchid Garden and 3 minutes' walk from Centro Comercial Monteverde.

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Reviews

Pensión Santa Elena Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The breakfast was generous, good, super tasty, and convenient with a menu to order from. (20 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It's a hostel but better than many hotels. We had a big family room and bathroom and the garden was awesome. Having access to the kitchen was great and the breakfast was fantastic. The location couldn't be beat and the staff was so nice.
Ashley, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Clean and courteous staff
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The gran room was perfect for our family of 4 and the staff were very nice and friendly. Beds and pillows were OK. Location great for walking but noisy with all the motorcycles gunning it up the hill out front all day and night
Deborah, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with friendly and helpful staff; conveniently located.
Gilberto, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Location. Dated hostel with a great vibe. Lots of international guests. Great staff who offered stellar advice and help with transportation.
Paul, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

My son and I travelled there together. He commented how friendly everyone was the room was spotless. The breakfast was so delicious - I miss it already. I loved how the other guests there were from all age groups too - young families, elderly and young students… such a great feeling there. I can’t wait to go back with my daughter!
Cheryl-Lynn, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff, great location, clean spacious private room. Could do with more seating/ relaxing areas. But that was only a problem during busy meal times
siobhan, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in Santa Elena

Great hostel close to restaurants. Easily walkable. Great breakfast. The staff is amazing.
Louise, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were very helpful and friendly. Good central location
1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Basic but well kept property in a very convenient location. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Eszter, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

No frills, but perfectly adequate accomodations. Wonderful, hot shower with good pressure.
Jeffrey, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Pension was good the breakfast was perfect, the kitchen worked well too and room was great. They had free yoga and they helped us book tours and things to do.
Cecilia, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Wonderfully walkable to restaurants, shops, etc with about a 10 min drive to all the reserves. Loved the communal kitchen and games in the shared gathering area with free tea and coffee all day. This is an older property, but the location is great, the staff are helpful, and it is clean.
Anjelica, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best hostel experience!

This is an amazing place to stay. Feels like a cozy bed and breakfast up in the mountains. The staff is so friendly and accommodating! Common areas are comfortable and the free breakfast is a great way to start your day.
Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Excellent location, well equipped and clean common area, free breakfast. Paper thin walls, squeaky bed.
Maria, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Aging hostel

It is an aging hostel right on the main street, expect uncomfortable beds, unclean floors, and lots of road noise all night. The breakfast was good
Kyle, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We really enjoyed our stay at the pension. We had the chance to meet with beautiful people and share parts of our trip with them. The place is very well located, but the area is quite busy and get somehow quite noisy with traffic noise in the background.
LAURA, 4-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The concept is interesting. Makes for a lovely youth hostel. Was surprised it was so much in the city. Breakfast was very good.
Erika, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Comfortable, convenient.

Super convenient location, very clean and comfy bed, warm shower, staff helpful and breakfast included with ease. Downside: noisy road, lots of dust and exhaust fumes. However, if you’re staying here it’s likely because you want the central location and it’s right in the centre so it’s perfect. Wouldn’t stay if I had a car. The kitchen facilities could also do with updating: better pans and more fridge space.
Olivia, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great for the solo female traveller

As a female traveller, I felt completely safe here and would definitely stay again if I'm ever back in Monteverde. Great place for a solo traveller with a communal kitchen to help keep down expenses of eating out. WiFi in all the rooms. Staff were extremely friendly, welcoming and helpful 😊 My only complaint would be the floors in my room hadn't been cleaned (but in fairness it's a 2 star hostel, not a 5 star hotel). Make sure you have some flip flops or slippers for the room and then its not a problem 👌
K, 6-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

I understand that this is a budget hotel, but I have to admit we were disappointed. First off, the photos online were misleading regarding the standard rooms with bath. It turns out that our room was small, dingy and run down. We ended up going elsewhere after a couple nights. The bed was hard and uncomfortable. Housekeeping service is apparently only on Saturday. It was fairly noisy, but that was expected since we were centrally located. On the positive side, the location was good, staff was as friendly and as helpful as possible. The breakfast was generous and good. The communal kitchen seems to function quite well, and there was room in the lobby to hang out or eat. We prepaid and were not offered any refund options when we asked (our fault for prepaying). In short, this hotel might work well for the price providing you know what you’re in for. Again, better photos would help.
Ronald, 5-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Staff was amazing. Unfortunately, the walls are paperthin, the room was absolutely freezing, they were very dated… It is more of a large field than a hotel. I unfortunately didn’t get much sleep due to how send the walls were and how cold the rooms were. The price was very cheap, but you are better off paying $10-$20 more to get a good nights rest.
Kim, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay, more then expected
Rohit, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This place was great for our family. Helpful knowledgeable staff, great breakfast and perfect location in the center of Santa Elena.
Marie, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location! Near a lot off restaurants!
Mukhtar, 1-night trip