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Our top choices for Sámara hotels

1. Hotel Giada

Hotel Giada
Sámara
United States
Elsa
€86
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Giada

2. Residencias Samara

Residencias Samara
Sámara
United States
Adrianne
€106
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Residencias Samara

3. Hotel Belvedere

Hotel Belvedere
Sámara
Canada
Kevin
€59
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hotel Belvedere

4. Villas Verdes

Villas Verdes
Sámara
United States
Amelia
€83
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Villas Verdes

5. Bellavista Suites By Villas Verdes

Bellavista Suites By Villas Verdes
Sámara
United States
Javier
€55
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
Bellavista Suites By Villas Verdes

6. Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara
Sámara
United States
Matt
€42
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hotel Sol Samara

7. Blue Iguana

Blue Iguana
Sámara
Canada
Gaëlle
€49
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Blue Iguana

8. Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde
Sámara
Canada
Greg
€93
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

9. Hotel Samara Beach

Hotel Samara Beach
Sámara
United States
CLINTON
€71
includes taxes & fees
25 Aug - 26 Aug
Hotel Samara Beach

10. Hotel La Flor de Coco

Hotel La Flor de Coco
Samara
€68
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel La Flor de Coco

11. Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
Sámara
United States
Robyn
€137
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

12. Hotel Selva y Mar Sámara

Hotel Selva y Mar Sámara
Samara
Canada
Ramona
€100
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Selva y Mar Sámara

13. Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara

Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara
Sámara
Canada
Katherine
€106
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Lodge Las Estrellas de Samara

14. Lodge Mar y Sol

Lodge Mar y Sol
Sámara
United States
Richard
€54
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Lodge Mar y Sol

15. Amaj Eco Lodge

Amaj Eco Lodge
Sámara
Costa Rica
Valerie
€83
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Amaj Eco Lodge

16. Sandy Toes Hostel

Sandy Toes Hostel
Sámara
Canada
Alba
€28
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Sandy Toes Hostel

17. Cabinas el Colibri

Cabinas el Colibri
Puerto Carrillo
Canada
Kim
€68
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Cabinas el Colibri

18. Hotel Amira

Hotel Amira
Puerto Carrillo
Canada
Dave
€108
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Amira

19. Casa Buenavista - Adults Only

Casa Buenavista - Adults Only
Puerto Carrillo
United States
Christian
€114
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Casa Buenavista - Adults Only

20. Villas Welcome to Heaven

Villas Welcome to Heaven
Puerto Carrillo
Canada
Brian Andrew
€89
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Villas Welcome to Heaven
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Stay near popular Sámara attractions

A beach with waves, palm trees, and a forested hill.

Samara Beach

9.0/10 (726 reviews)
Samara Beach's crescent shore and reef offer calm waters ideal for families and new surfers. Enjoy snorkelling with tropical fish or relaxing at beachfront cafés serving authentic Costa Rican cuisine.
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A beach with palm trees and a clear blue sky.

Playa Barrigona

8.8/10 (23 reviews)
Discover untouched paradise at Playa Barrigona, where pristine white sands meet forest-covered mountains. Bring supplies for a tranquil day—a 4x4 vehicle is essential for accessing this secluded gem.
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Playa Barco Quebrado

8.4/10 (13 reviews)
This untouched gray-sand beach offers solitude between rocky terrain and large sand slopes. Bring supplies and a 4x4 vehicle—the reward is pristine coastline with intermediate waves for experienced swimmers.
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Learn more about Sámara

This relaxed beach town offers perfect waves for beginner surfers and a crescent of golden sand for afternoon lounging. Join a guided kayak tour to Isla Chora or take morning horseback rides along the shore when local joggers have it mostly to themselves.

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A beach with a reflective wet sand surface, a distant mountain, and a colorful sky.

Top Sámara Hotel Reviews

Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.

Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.

10/10 Excellent
"Such an amazing place! Perfect for our 3 families. 5 min walk to beach. So many extra touches like books, beach chairs, towels, etc. We had a great stay!!"
Micaela 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Heaven On Earth! Perfect Get-Away! Gorgeous Beach. Pool. Couples &/or Families.
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent
"AZURA Beach Resort is an absolute gem! From the moment we arrived, the superb staff made us feel so welcome with their A+ customer service. Every bartender and staff member was incredibly warm, friendly, and attentive. A really nice touch was how well they honor Expedia VIP customers—they even gave us a separate "Expedia VIP Customer" wristband, which made us feel truly appreciated! The rooms were spotlessly clean, and the resort property itself is magnificent. As an all-inclusive resort, the food was delicious and the drinks were fantastic. Keep in mind that it is about a 2-hour drive from the main airport, and the resort focuses on pure relaxation rather than high-energy entertainment. But if you want a peaceful, high-quality retreat, it is 100% worth the stay. We loved it!"
Sheila 7-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
Residencias Samara

Residencias Samara

10/10 Excellent
"We had a late flight and arrived late, but were given excellent directions which made checking in seamless and easy. The location was close to the beach, very convenient, clean and quiet. We loved our stay here!"
Keith 2-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Residencias Samara
Hotel Belvedere

Hotel Belvedere

10/10 Excellent
"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."
Kevin 2-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Hotel Belvedere
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples

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."
Jennifer L. 7-night trip
Posted 3 weeks ago
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples
Hotel Giada

Hotel Giada

10/10 Excellent
"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."
Sylvia 5-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hotel Giada
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

10/10 Excellent
"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"
Vanessa 2-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde
Best View in Samara! 4BR/3.5BTH. Walk to the beach or town.

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."
Jeff M. 7-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Best View in Samara! 4BR/3.5BTH. Walk to the beach or town.
Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara

8/10 Good
"Comfortable place. Two beds in the room, that was unexpected. Nice. Staff need to be more attentive when . Serving and at the bar. But free breakfast was very good. Great beach, one of the best I have been in Costa Rica. Affordable. I don’t know if they have any beach chairs, I didn’t asked. There are none available at the beach except for the next door resort which they don’t rent. There are different activities offered by other businesses."
Jairo 2-night trip
Posted 4 months ago
Hotel Sol Samara

More cheap stays in Sámara

Blue Iguana

Blue Iguana

West side of the soccer field Sámara Guanacaste
€49
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Blue Iguana
Lodge Mar y Sol

Lodge Mar y Sol

Canto del Gavilan Sámara Provincia de Guanacaste
€54
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Lodge Mar y Sol
Hotel La Flor de Coco

Hotel La Flor de Coco

50205 Samara Provincia de Guanacaste
€68
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Hotel La Flor de Coco
Nosara Hotel Playa Garza

Nosara Hotel Playa Garza

Playa Garza Nosara Guanacaste
€85
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
8/10 Very good! (2 reviews)
Nosara Hotel Playa Garza
Pension Playa Samara

Pension Playa Samara

75m Oeste Casa Paraiso Sámara Guanecaste
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9/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
Pension Playa Samara
Hotel Brisas del Pacifico

Hotel Brisas del Pacifico

160 Provincia de Guanacaste Sámara
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8.6/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
Hotel Brisas del Pacifico

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in Sámara?
Based on our traveller data, Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay. This property is a short 13-minute walk from Samara Beach, and it offers 2 outdoor pools and 6 restaurants. Other good choices for your stay include Hotel Giada and The Hideaway Hotel. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in Sámara.
What are some of the best holiday rentals that Sámara has to offer?
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples: This highly rated holiday home rental in Sámara is located on the beach, and has an outdoor pool, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games. Some other homes for rent in Sámara include SAMARA - Stunning 2 bedroom House 15 min from the Beach. and Comfort in the Jungle. See all vacation rentals in Sámara.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sámara, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in Sámara.
What's the best place to stay on a budget in Sámara?
Based on our traveller reviews, Sandy Toes Hostel is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Other choices for your budget-friendly stay include Hostel Samara and Hostel Marisol Playa Samara. View all budget hotels in Sámara.
What's the best family accommodation in Sámara?
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort is a hotel with a children's pool and a restaurant, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Also, attractions in the area such as Safari Surf School are fun for the whole family. Find more child-friendly accommodations in Sámara.
What's the best all-inclusive hotel in Sámara?
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only is an all-inclusive property featuring 6 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools, and a favourite with Expedia travellers. Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort is another good option for your stay. See more all-inclusive resorts in Sámara.
What's the best LGBTQ-friendly hotel in Sámara?
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort is a top LGBTQ-friendly hotel, and features a fitness centre and in-room fridges. The Hideaway Hotel and Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde are other good options for your holiday. See all available hotels listed as LGBTQ-friendly in Sámara.
What's the best dog-friendly accommodation option in Sámara?
Hotel La Flor de Coco is a top hotel for people travelling with their pets, and offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi for its human guests. Two other good options to stay with your pet include Lodge Mar y Sol and Sandy Toes Hostel. See more pet-friendly hotel accommodations in Sámara.
What's the best accommodation option to stay near the beach in Sámara?
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only is a top beachfront property offering 2 outdoor pools and 6 restaurants, located within a short 13-minute walk of Samara Beach . Other good choices for your stay near the beach include Hotel Sol Samara and Hotel Locanda Samara Beach. See more stays near the beach in Sámara.
What are some accommodation options with pools in Sámara?
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort is a top hotel with a children's pool, an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. A couple of other options that feature an on-site pool include Hotel Sol Samara and Cabañas Lamaite. View all hotels with pools in Sámara.
What is the best spa hotel in Sámara?
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front Resort is a top spa hotel featuring a rooftop terrace, a fitness centre, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Treat yourself to a facial, body scrub or body wrap at the on-site spa. In-room massages are also available. Other popular spa hotels in Sámara include Hotel Selva y Mar Sámara and Hotel Belvedere. See all spa hotels in Sámara.
What is staying in Sámara like?
Travellers to Sámara give high marks for the beaches. The relaxing and secluded setting also entices those visiting the city. In Sámara, there are 278 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about Sámara.
What should I see while I'm in Sámara?
The natural setting is picturesque, namely the beaches, and places to see include: Samara Beach, Buena Vista Beach and Carrillo Beach. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Playa Barrigona and Garza Beach. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's Sámara guide.
What's the weather like in Sámara?
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.

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