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Sámara – 42 hotels and places to stay

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.

The property was in a good location for our needs. We had a rental car so it was easy for us to get around. The breakfast was good and the service was great.
Review score
8.6
Excellent
347 reviews
Price from
$62.86
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

This place is in a wonderful location and affordable. The pool is nice and the Breakfast tipico is really good. The rooms are small and ours specifically didn't get internet, so we had to go out of the room for that. Not a big deal but worth mentioning. I feel safe there. It has a shared kitchen, which always seemed clean, and they sell beer, water and tea. The staff is super friendly and always available to help. And although the restaurant is separate, they all work together to make sure everyone is taken care of. It isn't a 5 star hotel but it is a great place for family, work-cation. 2 min walk from the beach.
Review score
6.8
Pleasant
275 reviews
Price from
$40
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Sámara, Samara Palm Lodge has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Even though we were only there for one night as they were booked solid, we got their business card to come back sometime. Very nice, close to everything. Quiet and exceptional. The continental breakfast was amazing but you can order as well. Definitely would stay again.
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
247 reviews
Price from
$65
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Peace & Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Sámara. With a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

All good
Review score
8.6
Excellent
169 reviews
Price from
$132.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Villas Kalimba is located in the center of Playa Sámara, features: six villas surround by a tropical garden and a pool.

The property was beautiful and the rooms very comfortable. The staff went above and beyond and was genuinely happy to help us. We loved the pool and the restaurant is really good! We are very grateful we found this location as it made our vacation even more lovely. Thank you to all the staff at Kalimba for being truly awesome.
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
105 reviews
Price from
$202.42
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Sámara, a 4-minute walk from Samara Beach, The Inner Light Yoga Lodge has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

Federica and her husband were amazing hosts. The place is as beautiful as it looks and the location is ideal. You step into an oasis when you walk inside and the daily yoga with breakfast was something we looked forward to every day. We will definitely go back!
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
85 reviews
Price from
$99
1 night, 2 adults
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Located in Sámara, Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

The staff at the Lodge were amazing. Nathan and his family were so friendly and helpful. And, the view from our was beautiful.
Review score
9.7
Exceptional
103 reviews
Price from
$130
1 night, 2 adults
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Set in Playa Sámara, 22 mi from Nicoya, Villas Verdes features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site.

Everything
Review score
9.1
Wonderful
153 reviews
Price from
$85.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa Buenavista is located in Carrillo, 984 feet from the beach. It offers air-conditioned rooms in a tropical garden.

Stunning! Vincent and his family were kind and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Highly recommend!
Review score
9.8
Exceptional
401 reviews
Price from
$90
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Belvedere Playa Samara Costa Rica is located on the shores of Samara Bay and within walking distance of a bus stop.

Everything was great
Review score
9.4
Wonderful
911 reviews
Price from
$67.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Sámara's best hotels with breakfast

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 611 reviews

    LOCANDA SAMARA BEACH is set in Sámara, 23 mi from Nicoya. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. The rooms include a private bathroom equipped with a shower.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 169 reviews

    Hotel Peace & Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a terrace and restaurant in Sámara. With a bar, the 3-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom.

    Guest review
    great location and view, very helpful and kind staff
  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 497 reviews

    Facing the beachfront, Nammbú Beach Front Bungalows offers 4-star accommodations in Sámara and has an outdoor swimming pool, fitness center and garden.

  • Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 368 reviews

    Offering an outdoor swimming pool and an on-site restaurant, The Hideaway Hotel is located just 328 feet from the beach and 10 minutes' drive from Sámara City Center.

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 211 reviews

    Offering an outdoor pool and a restaurant, Leyenda Boutique Hotel & Spa is located in the tropical town of Carrillo. It is just 1.2 mi from the beach and features free Wi-Fi and continental breakfast.

    Guest review
    The pool was amazing as well as the restaurant facility.
  • Review score
    8.2
    Very Good · 236 reviews

    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.

  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 42 reviews

    Located in Sámara and within a 5-minute walk of Samara Beach, Casa Nelly Apartamentos has a garden, allergy-free rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Guest review
    Really close to the beach and in the heart of Sámara
  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 76 reviews

    Located in Sámara, Hotel Las Brisas del Pacifico offers beachfront accommodations a 5-minute walk from Samara Beach and facilities like a garden.

    Guest review
    excellent location right on the beach and a fantastic pool, friendly staff and good breakfast

Budget hotels in Sámara

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 210 reviews

    Located in Sámara and with Samara Beach reachable within a few steps, Hotel Casa Esmeralda provides concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    Guest review
    The staff was so kind, the breakfasts were super delicious, and the location was perfect.
  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 449 reviews

    Offering outdoor pool plus an à la carte restaurant, spirit of jungle lodge is located in Sámara, in Playa Buenavista Beach. Free Wi-Fi access is available.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 206 reviews

    The Samara Pacific Lodge is located 2625 feet from the Samara Bay shores and offers a fresh-water pool, a bar and breakfast. American, Continental or local breakfast is included.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 590 reviews

    This green-friendly Hotel Giada is just 820 feet 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.

  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 347 reviews

    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.

  • Review score
    6.8
    Pleasant · 275 reviews

    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.

    Guest review
    Proximity to beach In town. Easy walk to all basic needs and beach.
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 135 reviews

    Located in Sámara, a 10-minute walk from Buena Vista Beach, Cabañas Lamaite provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    Guest review
    A little paradise - pool is so nice especially at night
  • Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 244 reviews

    Located in Sámara and with Samara Beach reachable within a 5-minute walk, Hotel Entre Dos Aguas provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.

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What Guests Said About Sámara:

  • Review score
    10.0

    We loved Samara.

    We loved Samara. It's a small town of only about 3,000 permanent residents. We LOVED the beach. It was perfect. It was clean and safe and peaceful and there isn't anybody walking up and down trying to sell you anything. The town is small but friendly and lovely; plenty of restaurants to check out, live music to hear, ice cream treats, great Sushi in town, grocery store, cheese & sausage store, etc. We went to Limey's twice for the great food and live music:) We could live here; we didn't want to leave:)
    Guest review by
    Farrell
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    We like the beach at Samara because there is a reef...

    We like the beach at Samara because there is a reef protecting the bay, so it is safe to swim for everyone in the family. The beach is clean and nice sand for walking. There are a wide variety of restaurants and grocery stores for eating out or cooking in your apartment.
    Guest review by
    Lehmann
  • Review score
    10.0

    Samara is wonderful.

    Samara is wonderful. It's a touristy beach town, but a very low-key one. The beach was never terribly crowded, the restaurants were never very crowded, and it was not full of obnoxious, loud partiers. Just a laid-back place full of friendly people.
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    United States
  • Review score
    8.0

    Very laid back small village.

    Very laid back small village. Tourists were very chill during my month long stay. Food at sodas and restaurants was very tasty. Do not expect resort type accomodations. A true surfer would go elsewhere but I saw many people getting their first rides here. Everything is walkable. I attended Intercultura Spanish Immersion School for 4 weeks. I hope to return for another month next year. All residentss appeared to enjoy their lives with quiet contentment.
    Guest review by
    Tineke
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    The town of Samara is very busy and bustling.

    The town of Samara is very busy and bustling. Quite touristy. There are some nice restaurants on the beach though. Carillo is just about 2 miles away and as a tiny village with a few very good restaurants a nice beach and is very quiet.
    Guest review by
    Lisa
    United States
  • Review score
    10.0

    Samara is a small beach town that is entirely walkable.

    Samara is a small beach town that is entirely walkable. It is not home to large resorts (which we like). We LOVED Carrillo beach (10 minute drive south of town) and I would rate it one of my all time favourite beaches in the world (extremely long beach with palm trees lining it for ample shade, beautiful sand, safe surf for kids and families, easy parking along the road, no parking fees, no resorts, no cruise ships, quiet - perfection!).
    Guest review by
    Sandra
    Canada

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  • Hotel Peace & Lodge

    Sámara
    From $141.25 per night
    Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 169 reviews
    Laura is a brilliant host and the location is stunning. She’s has created a little slice of heaven up on the top of a mountain. Yes you will def need a 4x4 and the roads are very ‘Costa rican’ but what awaits is truly worth it. The food - from breakfast to the dinner options were really nice. Laura went out of her way to help us with her onward travel and we can’t thank her enough. There is also 3 lovely friendly dogs, 2 cats and a pig called Brad Pig. What more could you really ask for…
    Guest review by
    Sam
    United Kingdom

  • Samara Chillout Lodge - Adults only

    Sámara
    From $115 per night
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 222 reviews
    What can we say....you have a property where almost every imaginable detail is taken into consideration. it's a new, modern build. Rooms all are comfortable and have air conditioning. Shower's great, mattress is great, pillows are great (these are always issues in Costa Rica). Having a small soaker pool on the property was a great way to spend our afternoon after we went dolphin watching. We spent 3 nights here and wished it could have been 5. Would recommend to everyone.
    Guest review by
    Richard
    Canada

  • The Hideaway Hotel

    Sámara
    Review score
    8.9
    Excellent · 368 reviews
    Beautiful place with lovely garden between forest and ocean. Rooms are very spacious. it is a 5 minutes drive from Samara center. the hotel has a good restaurant with fair prices, dinner was delicious.
    Guest review by
    Hrisanta
    Germany

  • Hotel Entre Dos Aguas

    Sámara
    Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 244 reviews
    Lovely hosts, good location on the edge of Samara and an easy walk to the beach and local area. The pool was a refreshing treat, gardens beautiful and a really pretty hotel.
    Guest review by
    Tim
    United Kingdom

  • Good Life Lodge

    Sámara
    From $146.90 per night
    Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 402 reviews
    we stayed in more than 8 high-class hotels/Airbnbs during our Costa Rica trip, yet good life lodge had the cleanest and most modern rooms of all of them
    Guest review by
    Michael
    Austria

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