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A pool area with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and hanging lights.
An outdoor lounge area with a woven ceiling, a hammock, and a pool in the background.
A green door with multiple windows and a hanging light fixture.
A view through a window of a covered outdoor area with a thatched roof, a hammock, and potted plants.

1. Hostería Punta Blanca

Hostería Punta Blanca
Santa Elena
$63
$63 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hostería Punta Blanca
A swimming pool with a waterfall feature, a stone wall, and outdoor furniture.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with two chairs, and a wooden door in the background.
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 living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, and a wicker chair.

2. APARTAMENTOS OCEAN SUN 2 DORMITORIOS

APARTAMENTOS OCEAN SUN 2 DORMITORIOS
Santa Elena
$117
$147 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
APARTAMENTOS OCEAN SUN 2 DORMITORIOS
A hotel with a swimming pool, lush garden, and a large yellow planter.
A long dining table set for a meal with chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and a view of the water.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a window with a view of the sea, and a door leading to another room.
A buffet table with a tiered white cake, various desserts, and floral decorations.

3. Playa Canela Hotel Boutique

Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
Salinas
$180
$198 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
A breakfast table with food, a view of the sea, and a sign reading "LIBERTAD 109".
A balcony with two chairs, overlooking a coastal view with buildings and a sunset.
A multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'Libertad 109 Hotel'.
A modern living space with a coffee maker on a wooden table, a teal sofa with yellow cushions, and a window with a view of the city at night.

4. HOTEL LIBERTAD 109

HOTEL LIBERTAD 109
La Libertad
$45
$45 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
HOTEL LIBERTAD 109
A person sitting by a pool with a drink, surrounded by blue mosaic tiles and a potted plant.
A hotel reception area with a sign reading "Hotel-Suites Costa de Oro".
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a long dining area with tables and chairs, and a sign reading "Hotel-Suites Costa de Oro".
A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a row of multi-story buildings in the background.

5. Hotel Suites Costa de Oro

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
La Libertad
$30
$60 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
Three colorful cocktails on a poolside table with a pool and palm trees in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hotel featuring a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a beachside location.
A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, a bar area, and a seating area.
A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a pier extending into the sea.

6. Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas
Salinas
$120
$132 total
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Hotel Colón Salinas
A resort pool area with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and a pathway.
Room
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and a pool area visible outside.

7. Presidente Beach

Presidente Beach
Salinas
$51
$51 total
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Presidente Beach
A multi-story hotel with a white facade, balconies, and palm trees in front.
A modern interior with a large glass door, a wooden bench, and potted plants.
A bathroom sink with a mirror above it, a towel rack with folded towels, and a tiled backsplash.
A neatly made bed with white linens, two wooden nightstands with a remote control on one, and a blue curtain above the window.

8. Hosteria la Costanera

Hosteria la Costanera
Salinas
$36
$36 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hosteria la Costanera
A seaside restaurant with outdoor seating, a pier, and a view of the ocean.
A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and palm trees.
A balcony with a view of a calm sea and boats, a clear sky, and a distant shoreline.
The entrance to Hotel Blue Bay with a clear view of the building's facade and a palm tree.

9. Blue Bay Hotel

Blue Bay Hotel
Salinas
$81
$81 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Blue Bay Hotel
A terrace with a view of the sea, potted plants, and outdoor furniture.
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Room
A hotel room with two beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a painting on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

10. CASABLANCA PREMIER BEACH

CASABLANCA PREMIER BEACH
Salinas
$40
$43 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
CASABLANCA PREMIER BEACH
A hot tub area with a stone wall, a pool, and outdoor seating with umbrellas.
A hotel entrance with a large sign reading "HOTEL Marvento" and a sailboat graphic.
A hotel reception desk with a sign reading "Harviento Suites".
A hotel room with two single beds, a double bed, a wooden desk, a chair, a TV, and a mirror.

11. Marvento Suites

Marvento Suites
Salinas
$55
$61 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Marvento Suites
A dining area with tables and chairs, a pool with a view of greenery, and a ceiling with a skylight.
A restaurant with tables and chairs, ceiling fans, and a tiled floor.
A hotel reception area with a counter, seating, and a staircase.
A rooftop terrace with a patterned floor, surrounded by high-rise buildings, and a clear sky.

12. Hotel Marvento Dos

Hotel Marvento Dos
Salinas
$45
$55 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Marvento Dos
A hotel with a white facade, a visible restaurant named 'Cocotica', and a sign indicating 'Restaurante del Mar'.
An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the street.
A room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a painting on the wall, and a bedside table with a lamp.
A swimming pool with a tiled deck, surrounded by palm trees and a stone wall.

13. Hotel Cocos

Hotel Cocos
Salinas
$54
$54 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Cocos
A modern building exterior with a bench, two wall-mounted lights, and a wooden door.
A modern building with a flat roof, large windows, and a door with a glass panel.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, and a dining area with a red table.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a marble countertop, a microwave, and a stove.

14. Alojamiento en Ayangue

Alojamiento en Ayangue
Ayangue
$90
$90 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Alojamiento en Ayangue
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in microwave, and a gas stove.
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.
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.

15. Sea Horse

Sea Horse
Salinas
$30
$30 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Sea Horse
A poolside view overlooking a crowded beach with umbrellas and people.
A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A modern building with large windows, a wooden balcony, and a flat roof.
A wooden door with horizontal slats leading to a lush garden with various plants and a stone wall.

16. Muyuyo Lodge

Muyuyo Lodge
Parroquia Colonche
$60
$67 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Muyuyo Lodge
A two-story building with a brick facade, wooden balcony railings, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A kitchen with a stone island, wooden chairs, and a dining table with woven placemats.
A hammock in a room with wooden floors, a brick wall, and a view of the outdoors.
A room with a bunk bed, a small bedside table with a plant, a window with a view of greenery, and a stone wall.

17. CASA DE ORON

CASA DE ORON
Parroquia Colonche
$32
$32 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
CASA DE ORON
A reception area with a glass door labeled "Mileto," a potted plant, and a seating area with chairs.
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."
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a white refrigerator, and a sink.

18. Hotel Mileto

Hotel Mileto
Salinas
$36
$36 total
Oct 10 - Oct 11
Hotel Mileto
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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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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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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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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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Learn more about Santa Elena

Santa Elena is well-known for its attractions such as Punta Barandua and Punta Blanca Beach.

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

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A breakfast table with food, a view of the sea, and a sign reading "LIBERTAD 109".
A balcony with two chairs, overlooking a coastal view with buildings and a sunset.
A multi-story building with a prominent sign for 'Libertad 109 Hotel'.
A modern living space with a coffee maker on a wooden table, a teal sofa with yellow cushions, and a window with a view of the city at night.

HOTEL LIBERTAD 109

HOTEL LIBERTAD 109
La Libertad

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Blanca
HOTEL LIBERTAD 109
A hotel with a swimming pool, lush garden, and a large yellow planter.
A long dining table set for a meal with chairs, a thatched-roof structure, and a view of the water.
A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a window with a view of the sea, and a door leading to another room.
A buffet table with a tiered white cake, various desserts, and floral decorations.

Playa Canela Hotel Boutique

Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
Salinas

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Renato
Playa Canela Hotel Boutique
A person sitting by a pool with a drink, surrounded by blue mosaic tiles and a potted plant.
A hotel reception area with a sign reading "Hotel-Suites Costa de Oro".
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a long dining area with tables and chairs, and a sign reading "Hotel-Suites Costa de Oro".
A beach with clear turquoise waters, palm trees, and a row of multi-story buildings in the background.

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro

Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
La Libertad

10/10 Exceptional

United States
James
Hotel Suites Costa de Oro
Three colorful cocktails on a poolside table with a pool and palm trees in the background.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent hotel featuring a central courtyard, multiple floors, and a beachside location.
A spacious lobby with a curved ceiling, a bar area, and a seating area.
A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and a pier extending into the sea.

Hotel Colón Salinas

Hotel Colón Salinas
Salinas

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Tod
Hotel Colón Salinas
A reception area with a glass door labeled "Mileto," a potted plant, and a seating area with chairs.
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."
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a white refrigerator, and a sink.

Hotel Mileto

Hotel Mileto
Salinas

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Juan
Hotel Mileto
A resort pool area with thatched-roof structures, lounge chairs, and a pathway.
Room
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and large windows.
A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows, and a pool area visible outside.

Presidente Beach

Presidente Beach
Salinas

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Laura
Presidente Beach
A poolside view overlooking a crowded beach with umbrellas and people.
A thatched-roof structure with a wooden deck, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
A modern building with large windows, a wooden balcony, and a flat roof.
A wooden door with horizontal slats leading to a lush garden with various plants and a stone wall.

Muyuyo Lodge

Muyuyo Lodge
Parroquia Colonche

10/10 Exceptional

United States
VERONICA
Muyuyo Lodge

Frequently Asked Questions

What hotels do travelers recommend in Santa Elena?

Guests like Royal Decameron Punta Centinela, Hostería Punta Blanca and Blue Villas by Host Ecuador.

Can I book refundable hotels in Santa Elena?

If you need the flexibility to change your travel plans to Santa Elena, most properties offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where can I stay in Santa Elena if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?

If you want a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 25 vacation homes. You can also book one of 23 apartments or 13 villas.

What will the weather in Santa Elena be like during my visit?

With an average temperature of 71°F, Santa Elena is a great place if you want to enjoy the sunshine year all year long.

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