Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"We had a great time staying here, the pool was perfect in the afternoon and everything is such a short walk away. They also had some beach chairs and umbrellas for us to take down to the beach. Samara is a great town and this hotel was the perfect place to stay."
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples
10/10 Excellent
"This was a great home for a family trip! Paul was very responsive to questions and the property managers were very helpful with booking a private boat tour for us."
"We loved this hideaway! Tucked in off a side road, it’s peaceful and relaxing with a gorgeous view of the sunset just a quick walk from the property. Playas Samara and Carrillo are a quick drive in either direction. We were glad to be cloistered among the giant trees at this property instead of close to the chaos of a beach town.
The staff were so attentive and kind addressing all our needs. Onsite is a restaurant which was excellent and reasonably priced for lunch or dinner.
I would stay here again and again!"
"We had a great time in Samara! The apartment was a perfect size for our family of 4. Great location - so close to little shops, bakery and restaurants. The apartment and pool area was very clean. The included breakfast was delicious! We always felt very safe and appreciated the entry by code and lock box so we didn’t have to carry keys with us. They also assisted us with an amazing turtle egg laying night excursion.
It’s a short walk to the beachfront property (where breakfast is served). Beach pictures are a little misleading. Yes, lounge chairs are available but there isn’t much room to use them. In front of the building is a surf school that has palapas for rent; meaning you can use the hotels chairs but not directly in front and no shade found. I think they have 1 umbrella to use but one of the other guests was using it.
Overall, we loved Samara and loved this place and would definitely stay here again."
"We loved the hotel, however we were woken up by loud construction going on in the property each morning and our shade was broken in our room which was never addressed after we reported it several times. The only other thing is if you are going to this hotel DO NOT FLY INTO SJO. THE TRAFFIC IS DANGEROUS AND 5.5 hour drive. Expedia is at fault on this. They should not even have it as an alternative. It’s like wanting to go see the Alamo and they fly you into Dallas."
"Best hotel in Samara, guaranteed! Affordable and smack downtown. Laura, Jessica and Karina were top notch with their fine customer service and friendliness. Pools and overall property is well kept. Had an amazing stay plus breakfast was a perk. Italian restaurant in site is a must! Extremely pleased. Will come back here."
"Tout était impeccable ; la chambre, la piscine,… Impossible de se sentir plus dans la jungle qu’à cet endroit! C’était magique de prendre son café dans le hamac ou se laver dans la douche extérieure. Le déjeuner était succulent et différent des « classiques » du coin.
La plage de Samara était à 5 minutes de voiture: toujours facile de se stationner. Honnêtement, la tranquillité valait la distance.
Excellent service, très accommodants.
J’ai tout adoré!!! Merci"
Best View in Samara! 4BR/3.5BTH. Walk to the beach or town.
10/10 Excellent
"Bill's place is amazing. Of all the places to stay in Samara, this place felt perfect for our family of 7. It is easily walkable to the beach - I timed it at 4 minutes and 30 seconds. And several times on our walk to the beach, we saw and heard monkeys. The apartment has everything we could have wanted for a beach trip: beach chairs, separate towels for pool and beach, beach toys, pool floats, board games, umbrellas, etc etc. The host has really thought through what a traveling family needs for a beach vacation. The gated entrance with onsite attendant made us feel safe at all times (although Samara itself never felt anything remotely close to "unsafe") and it was nice to know someone was onsite if needed. The host, Bill, and the property management company were both exceptionally responsive and very helpful. We got held up in terrible Costa Rica traffic on our drive to Samara and the local property management company made it super-convenient to check-in after a long day of travel. While we had a rental car, a car would not be absolutely necessary here. You can still walk to many places in Samara from here, although it would probably be easier with a car to get to the more northern end of town. The A/C units worked well enough to make our stay comfortable and the view from the kitchen and the master BR are unmatched in Samara. The view from the pool was great too and we hardly ever had to share it with other residents. 10/10 we would stay here again."
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for fun things to do. We've heard good things about this destination's natural setting, including its beaches and sea views.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Sámara?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These top picks have the best reviews from our travellers and might be a good place to look first: Sandy Toes Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Samara Beach. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and tour/ticket assistance. You'll find free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Hostel Samara - Located within a 5-minute walk of Samara Beach. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a rooftop terrace. You'll find showers, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Hostel Marisol Playa Samara - Located within a 20-minute walk of Samara Beach. You can take advantage of free breakfast and free Wi-Fi, as well as free parking. You'll find towels, bed sheets and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Sámara?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually March and April, with an average temperature of 27°C, while the coldest months are December and January, with an average of 26°C. The rainiest months in Sámara are October, September, June and August, with each month seeing an average of 390 mm of rainfall.
What is there to see and do in Sámara?
Overall, Sámara is known for its beaches, snorkelling and dolphins. Get out into nature with places such as Samara Beach, Buena Vista Beach and Carrillo Beach. Cultural attractions include Museo Islita. Locals like to shop at Frog Pad.
What's the best way to get to and around Sámara while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Sámara in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Nosara (NOB), located 10.7 mi (17.2 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Cóbano Airport (ACO), located 32.2 mi (51.9 km) away.