Offering outdoor pool plus an à la carte restaurant, Paraiso Cocodrilo lodge - spirit of nature is located in Sámara, in Playa Buenavista Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Magdalena
Poland
It is located just in the jungle, you can see monkeys from the swimming pool!
Set in Samara just a one-minute walk from the beach, Blue Iguana features a swimming pool and on-site award-winning Asian Sushi restaurant.
Olivera
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Booked the place for the location and because it was one of only 2 in town accepting credit cards but was pleasantly surprised and extended for a week. Rooms were dark and somewhat dated (but, e.g., while my AC was very old, saw the room next door have a brand new one so they may be upgrading things) and the kitchen, although well-equipped, a total mess in grave need of some food marking/scheduled disposal practices. Still, the property overall was amazing – very friendly and efficient staff, big pool with multiple lounge chairs, on-site restaurant with great food (and music), and a bar with different events every night but far enough to keep the rooms quiet.
Samara Palm Lodge is situated on the edge of the small village of Playa Sámara. The beach as well as in the centre of Sámara are 5 minutes away.
Xiao
Canada
The landscaping is super pretty at the property. The pool is very well-maintained and clean. The owners are friendly and very nice, they provided what we needed during the stay and beyond. The porch seating is nice and convenient right by our room. We enjoyed having coffee by the porch. The breakfast was great too!
Located 4 minutes’ walk from Samara Beach and from Carrillo Beach, Montelaguna Boutique Hotel features free buffet breakfast, an extensive garden with a furnished terrace and a swimming pool.
Lorraine
United States
The hotel restaurant was fantastic and the atmosphere felt like a very calm retreat. The staff went above and beyond and made us feel like family. The beach is only a 5 minute walk from the hotel and the trail had beautiful trees and monkeys along the way. The loft was roomy, very clean, and the beds were extremely comfortable. It’s a fantastic hidden gem.
Situated in Sámara and with Samara Beach reachable within 1.5 km, Hostel Marisol features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.
Vicki
Australia
They moved us to a bigger room without charging extra
The Samara Pacific Lodge is situated 800 metres from the Samara Bay shores and offers a fresh-water pool, a bar and breakfast. American, Continental or local breakfast is included.
Sara
United Kingdom
The property is really nice , quiet and the breakfast is really good with different options. The staff is nice and polite, they let us leave the luggage there at our checkout and let us use the swimming pool shower before to leave in the afternoon.
Located on the Main street of Playa Samara and just 50 metres from the beach, this hotel offers free WiFi and free parking.
MARIIA
Ukraine
It's a great location.
It's a nice swimming pool.
It's a beautiful garden with amazing birds 🐦 and unforgettable squirrels!
Our room was upgraded ❤️ thanks for that!
Beach just 3 min from the hotel!
Women staff were very friendly and helped with all problems.
Located in Sámara, 1.7 km from Samara Beach, Las Perlitas Rentals Playa Samara features a terrace and views of the pool.
Barbara
Canada
Quiet neighborhood, baked onto a field with farm animals. Lovely pool, which was very welcome with the hot temperature outside. Close walk to town or to the beach. There was several grocery stores in the area. "Soda's" were are favorite eating places. There was a great variety offering local dishes and gelanti. The manager was very helpful.
LOCANDA SAMARA BEACH is set in Sámara, 37 km from Nicoya. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a shower.
Beautiful place on a great location. Comfortable rooms and nice food.
Located in Sámara, less than 1 km from Buena Vista Beach, Cabañas Lamaite provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
Super freundlich, super schön, beste Unterkunft je!!!
Located 4 minutes’ walk from Samara Beach and from Carrillo Beach, Montelaguna Boutique Hotel features free buffet breakfast, an extensive garden with a furnished terrace and a swimming pool.
Es un lugar muy tranquilo y la comida y atención es excelente
The Samara Pacific Lodge is situated 800 metres from the Samara Bay shores and offers a fresh-water pool, a bar and breakfast. American, Continental or local breakfast is included.
Pool , comfy bed , friendly people, the breakfast.
Set in Playa Sámara, 35 km from Nicoya, Villas Verdes boasts air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site.
Great villa, lots of space, nice garden and pools.
Offering outdoor pool plus an à la carte restaurant, Paraiso Cocodrilo lodge - spirit of nature is located in Sámara, in Playa Buenavista Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available.
Nice peacefull stay in jungle. Helpful staff and comfortable bungalow
This green-friendly Hotel Giada is just 250 metres from Sámara Beach on Costa Rica’s west coast. It offers an outdoor pool and spa bath, and air-conditioned rooms with cable TV and a private balcony.
Nice hotel in a good location, not far from the beach.
The tropical BellaVista Suites Hotel is only 2 blocks from scenic Samara Beach, and features a rooftop terrace with stunning sunset views. It offers horseback riding, boat tours and diving lessons.
Quiet location, close to gorgeous beach, good breakfasts
Set in Sámara, 1.4 km from Samara Beach, Hotel Sol Sámara offers accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.
L'accueil, les chambres, le déjeuner, le restaurant, l'amabilité du personnel
La Flor de Coco has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Sámara. With a restaurant, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.
comfortable and clean, very quiet at night and morning
Situated in Sámara and within 500 metres of Samara Beach, Casa Nelly Apartamentos has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.
Really close to the beach and in the heart of Sámara
Situated in Sámara and with Samara Beach reachable within 1.5 km, Hostel Marisol features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.
La hospitalidad y los utensilios para poder cocinar
Set in Samara just a one-minute walk from the beach, Blue Iguana features a swimming pool and on-site award-winning Asian Sushi restaurant.
Location close to the beach and close to the shops.
FAQs about hotels in Sámara
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Sámara this weekend is £77 or, for a 4-star hotel, £160. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Sámara for this weekend cost on average around £68 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £74 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Sámara for tonight. You'll pay on average around £233 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Sámara will cost around £68 (based on Booking.com prices).
Fly into Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport, Liberia, then take a 2-hour drive to Sámara. Alternatively, from San José, take a 4-hour bus ride or a 40-minute domestic flight to Nosara, followed by a 30-minute drive.
The most convenient airport for Sámara, Costa Rica is Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia. It's approximately 110km away, offering both domestic and international flights, and is favoured for its proximity and flight variety.
In Sámara, Costa Rica, public transport options include local buses and taxis. Buses operate daily between Sámara and Nicoya, while taxis are readily available. Alternatively, the town is small enough for walking or cycling. Car rental services are also accessible for those preferring to drive.
What guests said about Sámara:
8.0
Scored 8.0
Samara is a fairly busy small town that has a lovely beach.
Samara is a fairly busy small town that has a lovely beach. There are many other beaches nearby. It has quite a few restaurants and cafes to choose from. Lots of great fish. Prices are "reasonable" by comparison with some fancier locations along the coast, but all prices in US dollars are high for Canadians.
Just two hours from Liberia airport, this town has a laid back feel. Not sure how long that will last.
Deborah
Canada
10
Scored 10
Samara is a funky little beach town with lots of little...
Samara is a funky little beach town with lots of little eateries and shops, and a number of restaurants right on the beach undercover with enough variety to make it interesting. There were also enough activities and beaches in the area to enjoy.
Christa
Canada
10
Scored 10
This is a great little town with a beautiful beach and yummy...
This is a great little town with a beautiful beach and yummy food options. We wish we could have spent more time here to explore the different restaurants a bit more. We hope to come back soon! We also really enjoyed the neighboring beach of Carrillo, which we drove to - but it didn't have food options the way Samara did.
Luan
United States
10
Scored 10
A wonderful walkable town with many restaurants, excellent...
A wonderful walkable town with many restaurants, excellent couple massages, friendly community, and beautiful beaches. I did the Warner preserve tour with a native Samarian - he was EXCELLENT - a fantastic visit. My husband and I are thinking about coming back and staying much longer. The community seems very low key - just the right pace for us :)
Busch
United States
10
Scored 10
Very easy to get around.
Very easy to get around. Everything is close and you feel safe walking there. Very friendly local people.
I would recommend checking out the restaurants Las Olas, AhoraSi, Mana, Malehu coffee shop, L'Ulvio, and the Saturday local market.
Alexandra
United States
8.0
Scored 8.0
The beach and ocean are beautiful.
The beach and ocean are beautiful. There are lots of restaurants and fun bars to have a drink. The city government has to work harder at keeping the town clean. Sidewalks, store fronts and some restaurants need to be improved, there were so many flies at one of the restaurants where we ate, that we ended up having to leave. There is very limited parking, there should be a place where excursion buses can park further away from town, it feels chaotic.
The staff were all very friendly and helpful. This is the only place we stayed where we were asked if we wanted our garbage changed and room tidied. Large kitchen area with designated spots in the fridge for each room. Our room was spacious, clean and quiet. Very convenient location, close to the beach, restaurants and grocery store. We appreciated having cold drinking water as Samara was by far the hottest stop on our journey! There is no designated parking however we had no issue parking across the road.
I liked the privacy and design of the villa. Its bedrooms are all self-contained and with 3 bathrooms, one in each bedroom and one in the common area, there was never any issue with that. It is designed for both indoor and outdoor loving, with a great kitchen, but also a grill and comfortable outdoor seating. The complex was secure and conveniently located between Samara and Playa Carrillo. The beach was 2 - 3 minutes away. The fact that the villa is serviced by a hotel is a real plus.
It doesn't get any more beachfront than this place, and the beach itself is wonderful. A few minutes walk down the beach from the small town, and well away from any busy roads, so very peaceful. A fantastic and unpretentious place to relax, with a superb restaurant - some of the best food we had in our entire Costa Rica stay was eaten out on the patio. Really pleasant and helpful staff who almost instantly felt like friends. Highly recommended, and we hope to be back before long.
Garden: well-maintained with beautiful flowers. my wife really likes.
Shower and bath room: very large space.
Beach: it is located rip current. but we enjoyed sitting down in front of the beach.The hotel provides several shade between trees. we moved the beach chairs to one of them and enjoyed a relaxing time.
Breakfast: basic but enough and tasty. we can choose one from 4 options
Restaurant: no restaurant for lunch and dinner.
I loved my stay at Casa Terra! Samara was my first destination in Costa Rica, and the trip was my first as a solo female traveller. Andres and team made me feel welcomed, safe and included in the Casa Terra family. The dorms and kitchen are simple but clean. The common space out fun is really nice and perfect for socializing with others. Best part is the location, which is close to everything one needs: grocery store, soda & beach.
I liked everything. The style, you really feel in Costa Rica with the plants around, wooden balconies, birds singing, etc. It's relaxing. Very cute private single room with private bathroom, balcony and hammock. Super clean, there's everything to cook, good free coffee, clean beautiful pool, very welcoming and helpful staff. One of the best hotels I have been to in Costa Rica. I would certainly come back and for many nights.
We live in Costa Rica and escape to Samara as often as possible. We have stayed Casa Maiana for many years under prior and found the new owners Thierry and Christina to be gracious, welcoming and available to answer any questions you have. Casa Maiana is perfectly located for discovering Samara on foot - close to the beach, restaurants, cafes and supermarkets but off the beaten path and quiet. Highly recommend!
Great, relaxing stay, friendly stuff comfortable beds, spotless enviroment, clean german-family-owned hotel. Short walking distance to thé perfect Samara beach. Best value for money place in our 3 weeks CostaRica trip. Highly recommend. Safe parking, big swimming pool and jacuzi, nice garden, aircon, fast laundry service, flexoble in booking of a extra night...Thank you for Bering your guests. :-))
We had a wonderful stay here for e few nights. The hotel rooms were great and very comfortable. The pools and the restaurant were outstanding. What we loved the most is the shuttle and the provided chairs at the nearby beach by the hotel. The Playa Carrillo was on our whole trip the most beutiful beach of Costa Rica we have seen so far. We enjoyed our stay here so much, thank you!
We stayed in the bungalow. It was newly built, beautiful grounds/pool, well decorated and very clean. The staff are super nice and helpful. Playa Carrillo is one of the nicest, cleanest beaches in Costa Rica. playa carillo is a not super touristy area and a great place to unwind. only a few restaurants it’s a bit we highly recommend
genna welcomed us so kindly we feel ourselves at home. a lot of advices and kindness for a real human adventure. in addition Peke prepares wonderfull breakfast with great recommandations on the area. we were in Costa Rica since one week but our vacations began in Villas Tangerine. a wondefull place for quiet and intense moments
The owner was really lovely, helped with any matter, high level service. The room was clean, water very hot unlike other places in Costa Rica. Very close to the beach and to the center of city. beautiful view from the property. Washing machine is accessible and generally the place is quiet and cozy.
The location was beautiful and so peaceful in nature. My room was great and the hotel pool was nice. The nearby beach was way less crowded than the other beaches I went to, only a handful of people there each day. The food at the restaurant was really good, it felt like getting a home cooked meal!
Lovely small comfortable hotel in a quiet location. Spacious rooms. Well located near the beach….albeit the quieter end of the beach away from central Samara. Near Playa Carillo which is also worth a visit…less touristy.
Everything. Stayed at seven places on our Costa Rica trip. Villas Kalimba was the best. Diego is the hardest working, best manager I have ever met, anywhere, period!!!
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