
Hotels in Santa Elena
Most Favorite hotel in Santa Elena

Samai Lodge Holistic Living
Located in Manglaralto, Samai Lodge Holistic Living is by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Olon Beach and Montañita Beach. This beach bed & breakfast is 11 mi (17.7 km) from Machalilla National Park and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ayampe Beach.
Samai Lodge Holistic Living Facility and Service
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers facials. This bed & breakfast also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and charcoal grills.
Samai Lodge Holistic Living Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms featuring microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with Egyptian cotton sheets. Rooms have private balconies. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the bed & breakfast's coffee shop/cafe. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

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Hotel Boutique Playa Canela Ecuador

Punta Centinella Yacht Club

Hotel Colon Salinas

Tres Palmas

Posada Estrella

Slumber Party Montañita
When you stay at Slumber Party Montañita in Manglaralto, you'll be near the beach, just steps from Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This hostel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Montanita Point.
Slumber Party Montañita Facility and Service
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hostel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and tour/ticket assistance.
Slumber Party Montañita Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 78 air-conditioned guestrooms. Prepare your meals in the shared/communal kitchen. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.
Restaurant and Cafe
At Slumber Party Montañita, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Royal Decameron Punta Centinela
When you stay at Royal Decameron Punta Centinela in Santa Elena, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 5-minute drive of Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Chapel. This all-inclusive hotel is 28.7 mi (46.2 km) from Montañita Beach and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Punta Blanca Beach.
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela Facility and Service
Spend the day on the private beach or dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the area shuttle (surcharge).
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 197 air-conditioned guestrooms. Bathrooms have shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include safes and complimentary bottled water, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at El Coral, one of the hotel's 3 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at the beach bar, the poolside bar, or one of 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hotel Colon Salinas

Spectacular Ocean View Condo
When you stay at this condo in Santa Elena, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Chapel. This beach condo is 28.7 mi (46.2 km) from Montañita Beach and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Punta Blanca Beach.
Spectacular Ocean View Condo Facility and Service
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, an outdoor tennis court, and a fitness center. This condo also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Spectacular Ocean View Condo Rooms
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer and a stovetop. A 32-inch flat-screen television with cable programming provides entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.

Saint Patricks Lodge

ME Hotel in Montañita Estates
When you stay at ME Hotel in Montañita Estates in Manglaralto, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Spanish School. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Montanita Church and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Montanita Point.
ME Hotel in Montañita Estates Facility and Service
Pamper yourself with onsite massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 outdoor pools, 2 hot tubs, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
ME Hotel in Montañita Estates Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms featuring DVD players. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy Fusion cuisine at ME Cade Vida, a poolside bar/lounge which features a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Nativa Bambu Ecolodge
When you stay at Nativa Bambu Ecolodge in Manglaralto, you'll be in the entertainment district, within a 15-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This family-friendly hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Montanita Point.
Nativa Bambu Ecolodge Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and babysitting (surcharge).
Nativa Bambu Ecolodge Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 37 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy Fusion cuisine at Originarios at Nativa, a bistro which features a bar/lounge and a garden view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM.
Important Information
This property is closed from May 15 2025 to May 14 2027 (dates subject to change).

La Casa de Pio Pio
Located in Manglaralto, La Casa de Pio Pio is within a 10-minute drive of Montanita Church and Montañita Beach. This beach vacation home is 6.7 mi (10.9 km) from Ayampe Beach and 7.3 mi (11.8 km) from Machalilla National Park.
La Casa de Pio Pio Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include complimentary wireless internet access, tour/ticket assistance, and a picnic area. The beach shuttle (surcharge) makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
La Casa de Pio Pio Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and ovens. Flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include safes and microwaves, and housekeeping is provided weekly.

Montañita
When you stay at Montañita in Manglaralto, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This beach hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Montanita Point.
Montañita Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a television in a common area.
Montañita Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Restaurant and Cafe
Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 5 beach bars. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Hotel Francisco III
Located in Salinas, Hotel Francisco III is near the beach, within a 5-minute walk of Salinas Beach and Malecon Dock. This beach hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Chipipe Beach and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Locals Point.
Hotel Francisco III Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and a ballroom.
Hotel Francisco III Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 46 guestrooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.
Restaurant and Cafe
Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe.

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Hotel Cocos
With a stay at Hotel Cocos in Salinas, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Salinas Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Malecon Dock. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Chipipe Beach and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Locals Point.
Hotel Cocos Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.
Hotel Cocos Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 48 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Cable television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.

Ocean Blue Hotel
With a stay at Ocean Blue Hotel in Manglaralto, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Montañita Beach and Montanita Point. This beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Olon Beach and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Montanita Church.
Ocean Blue Hotel Facility and Service
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.
Ocean Blue Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 28 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Restaurant and Cafe
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Ocean Blue Hotel, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Dharma Beach Hotel
When you stay at Dharma Beach Hotel in Manglaralto, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Montañita Beach and a 1-minute drive from Montanita Church. This beach hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Montanita Point.
Dharma Beach Hotel Facility and Service
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a steam room, and a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and an arcade/game room.
Dharma Beach Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy Peruvian cuisine at Dharma Beach Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the beach bar or the poolside bar.

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Hotel SoleMare
When you stay at Hotel SoleMare in Manglaralto, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Point. This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Montanita Church and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Montanita Spanish School.
Hotel SoleMare Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Hotel SoleMare Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Conveniences include free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Restaurant and Cafe
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.

Muyuyo Lodge

HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA
When you stay at HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA in Manglaralto, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Point. This hostel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Montanita Church and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Montanita Spanish School.
HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

ROCIO BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Located in Manglaralto, ROCIO BOUTIQUE HOTEL is a 4-minute drive from Montañita Beach and 8 minutes from Olon Beach. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Montanita Church and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Montanita Spanish School.
ROCIO BOUTIQUE HOTEL Facility and Service
This hotel offers designated smoking areas.
ROCIO BOUTIQUE HOTEL Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 27 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include desk chairs, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the hotel's coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the beach bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

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Hotel SoleMare
When you stay at Hotel SoleMare in Manglaralto, you'll be on the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Point. This beach hotel is 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Montanita Church and 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Montanita Spanish School.
Hotel SoleMare Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Hotel SoleMare Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms. Rooms have private furnished balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access is available. Conveniences include free tea bags/instant coffee, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Restaurant and Cafe
Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily.

Casa del Sol

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HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA
When you stay at HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA in Manglaralto, you'll be near the beach, within a 10-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Point. This hostel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Montanita Church and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Montanita Spanish School.
HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA Facility and Service
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
HOSTAL ROSA MISTICA Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 9 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

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Hotel Mileto
With a stay at Hotel Mileto in Salinas, you'll be a 3-minute walk from Salinas Beach and 9 minutes by foot from Malecon Dock. This hotel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Chipipe Beach and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Locals Point.
Hotel Mileto Facility and Service
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a television in a common area.
Hotel Mileto Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 8 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and portable fans.

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Cali hotel in Montanita beach
With a stay at Cali hotel in Montanita beach in Manglaralto, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Montanita Point.
Cali hotel in Montanita beach Facility and Service
This hotel offers designated smoking areas.
Cali hotel in Montanita beach Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 16 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.
Restaurant and Cafe
Full breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.

Hotel Boutique Hurvinek
With a stay at Hotel Boutique Hurvinek in Manglaralto, you'll be steps from Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This hotel is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Montanita Point.
Hotel Boutique Hurvinek Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 11 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Restaurant and Cafe
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served on weekends from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Hostal Costa Linda Salinas

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
Located in La Libertad, Hotel Suites Costa de Oro is in a shopping district, within a 15-minute drive of Ballenita Park and Salinas Beach. This hotel is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Chipipe Beach and 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from La Chocolatera.
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro Facility and Service
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as an indoor pool or make use of other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access.
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 43 individually furnished guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Restaurant and Cafe
Enjoy a meal at La Tasca de Don Quijote or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Palms Oasis Montanita
With a stay at Palms Oasis Montanita in Manglaralto, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Montañita Beach and Montanita Church. This hostel is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Montanita Spanish School and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Montanita Point.
Palms Oasis Montanita Facility and Service
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This hostel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a communal living room, and a picnic area.
Palms Oasis Montanita Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 15 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include safes, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Restaurant and Cafe
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

HOTEL LIBERTAD 109
A stay at HOTEL LIBERTAD 109 places you in the heart of La Libertad, a 1-minute drive from El Paseo Shopping La Peninsula and 7 minutes from Locals Point. This hotel is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Parque Marino Valdivia and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Salinas Beach.
HOTEL LIBERTAD 109 Facility and Service
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and a ballroom.
HOTEL LIBERTAD 109 Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 4 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads.
Restaurant and Cafe
At HOTEL LIBERTAD 109 , enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Sea Horse
With a stay at Sea Horse in Salinas, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Salinas Beach and Malecon Dock. This hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Chipipe Beach and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Punta Carnero Beach.
Sea Horse Facility and Service
This smoke-free hotel offers bellhop services.
Sea Horse Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 12 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Housekeeping is provided on request, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
FAQ about Hotels in Santa Elena
Which hotels have the best ratings in Santa Elena?
Many guests who stay in Santa Elena give high ratings for My Little house Montanita, Hotel Cocos, and Hotel Francisco I.
What are the best hotels in Santa Elena with swimming pools?
Royal Decameron Punta Centinela, Hotel Colon Salinas, and Spectacular Ocean View Condo are some best hotels with swimming pools.
What are some cheap hotels that are popular in Santa Elena?
People who are looking for cheap accommodations in Santa Elena often pick Slumber Party Montañita, Royal Decameron Punta Centinela, and Spectacular Ocean View Condo.
What are some cool hotels that have many Instagrammable spots in Santa Elena?
There are many Instagrammable spots at Hotel Colon Salinas, Saint Patricks Lodge, and Muyuyo Lodge that you can utilize to snap some good pictures.
What hotels in Santa Elena offer great breakfasts?
You can enjoy delicious breakfast every morning by staying at CASABLANCA PREMIER BEACH, APARTAMENTOS OCEAN SUN 2 DORMITORIOS, and Hotel Kinova.
Where are the best areas to stay in Santa Elena?
The best areas to stay in Santa Elena are at Santa Elena and Salinas.
What are the top tourist destinations in Santa Elena?
Montanita Point, Salinas, and Ballenita Park are the most visited destinations in Santa Elena by tourists.
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