Offering an outdoor swimming pool and an on-site restaurant, The Hideaway Hotel is located just 100 metres from the beach and 10 minutes' drive from Sámara City Centre.
Valentina
United Kingdom
It’s a small hotel, pretty quite, walking distance to one part of Samara beach and 5 mins by car to playa Carrillo (very nice beach especially at sunset). The hotel has all the key features, big beds, A/C, small nice swimming pool. The onsite restaurant is a decent option or Samara restaurants are at 10 mins by car (Ahora si is an excellent Italian one).
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!
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.
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.
Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa is located in the tropical town of Carrillo. It is just 2 km from the beach and boasts free Wi-Fi and continental breakfast.
Alexandre
Spain
Place is fair and convenient. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Casa Buenavista is located in Carrillo, 300 meters from the beach. It offers air-conditioned rooms in a tropical garden.
Anne Sophie
Switzerland
We had a wonderful time at Buenavista, the complex is designed with great attention to detail and the host family is very professional. Thank you very much and all the best!
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.
Birte
Germany
Very nice and clean room for three with two patios: one to the refreshing pool, the other is facing the garden. The beach nearby is stunning. Breakfast very tasty and nice and helpful staff around.
We planned to stay for one night only and made it three.
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
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.
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.
Situated in Sámara, 1 km from Samara Beach, Tuki Tuki Lodge offers accommodation with a terrace and free private parking. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests.
The owner J-P is the best, he takes care of his people, the whole team is great.
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!!!
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
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.
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
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
FAQs about hotels in Sámara
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Sámara this weekend is £79 or, for a 4-star hotel, £161. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Sámara for this weekend cost on average around £69 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £82 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Sámara for tonight. You'll pay on average around £167 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Sámara will cost around £69 (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 owners were so personable as well as all the staff! They arranged an amazing turtle excursion for us where we saw hundreds of turtles hatching. Absolutely amazing! We were greeted on the first day of opening after being closed for Sept/Oct, we were surprised with an upgraded room. Our Casita was spectacular with an outdoor shower!The grounds are one of the prettiest we've seen in Costa Rica, lots of animals visiting us, raccoons and coatis. The pool was refreshing and there was a trail from the property to a secret beach.
This stay was perfect! If you are looking for being in touch with Costa Rica’s wonderful nature then this is the place for you! Celine was the nicest and made sure everything was good for us. The tent is surprisingly comfortable, with very very little insects. However, if you do not like being around animals of if tiny bugs bother you it’s not worth to come and then complain :) just know what to expect and enjoy the wonderful shade under the florest trees, with families of monkeys and coatis walking around
This is a beautiful boutique property a 2 minute walk along a dirt track to the most southerly spot on Playa Samara. We loved that spot on the beach which we mainly had to ourselves. The hotel have plenty of beach chairs,umbrellas and towels which you can borrow.
Our room was very large with a lovely seating area and a patio.
The breakfast was excellent and we also ate there on 3 evenings and enjoyed our meals especially the dips.
The staff are always friendly and cheerful.
The lodge and gardens were exceptionally designed and rooms were modern, bright and airy but maintained a distinctly Costa Rican feel. Hosts/owners were super-friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them; they organized a number of local tours for us and these, and all their dining recommendations were great! I would not hesitate to stay again or recommend this exceptional place to anyone.
By far, our favorite place to stay in Costa Rica! A perfect oasis, a true garden of eden. Not only were the grounds kept perfectly and the bungalows gorgeous, but Emma and her sweet family made it feel like home. The pool area was also so wonderful and peaceful, lots of cozy little nooks to chill out in and birds and iguanas everywhere. If I could give it 6 stars I would! Highly recommend!!!
Location: Easy access to town. If you stay in hotels located farther east than this hotel, it is recommended to walk on beach to/from town.
Beach: stunning and super clean. we really like to relax in the cabana. they have also several beach chairs are on the beach.
Restaurant: The taste is good. they take time, but we were there on vacation. It was not problem.
Location - it is about 5-10 minute walk from the Samara beach
Friendly staff and guests - super easy to talk and make friends! Not only the kitchen area is sociable, but the second floor where the dormitory rooms are is equipped with beds on the lobby, which makes it easy to chat
Cute dogs and a cat at the property!
The location was perfect! Basically beachfront because it took a 2 minute walk to get there! I liked how the rooms were private and you can sit outside and hangout. The pool was amazing! Very nice place. I have been to Samara before this trip a few times and this is the best hotel I stayed at. Very nice staff as well.
Easy walking distance to the town of Samara. When you walk inside the tropical landscape of the hotel grounds you leave the busy, disheveled town vibe of Samara behind. Use of the outdoor kitchen facility and the tables to prepare meals and play cards was great. Big shower in the bathroom with good natural lighting.
We were so happy to find this gem in Samara. The price is very reasonable for the comfort of the room and the facilities, including a large pool. The hotel is 5 min walking to the main part of Samara. To top it off, the hosts are very friendly and are always willing to share recommendations of things to do nearby.
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.
I was very pleased with my stay at Hotel Macao. I stayed for a full week and the location, staff, and accommodations were well above my expectations. Breakfast was provided, the property was so well kept, and you really can’t beat being a few steps away from the beach. It’s a hidden gem in Samara!
Very well located hotel in Samara. You get a sense that you are staying in a traditional Costa Rican lodging here not only because of the decor but the friendly hosts. Danielle and Luis are very friendly as are the housekeeping staff. Close to restaurants, shops, Samara beach and bus stop.
It’s just Minutes to drive from Samara beach , has a beautiful secret beach that is about a 20 minute walk through the jungle with only a handful of people at sunset , swimming at 11 pm , well equipped kitchen , outdoor shower, swimming pool and staff.
Great rooms, quiet location and close to the beach, amazing breakfast, beautiful and clean pools and incredible hosts. Would go back anytime! Best hotel we stayed in during our 14 day Costa Rica trip. Can‘t recommend enough!
Super lovely staff, great room and the most amazing breakfast ever. The chef was so lovely, giving us advice on where to go and what to do in the area. Really great experience in a lovely place of Costa Rica!
The meals we had were excellentLocation was great close to beach view of beach from hotel was awesome. Samara was close enough for shopping and options to eat
Everything was perfect. The owners were very friendly and helpful. I would choose this Lodge right again. It was our best accomodation in Costa Rica so far!
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