Hotel Giada, by the ocean, offers a peaceful retreat focused on relaxation. Guests enjoy full breakfast options before heading to the garden or pool. Free in-room WiFi and tour assistance are provided, with staff consistently impressing visitors with their helpful service.
Located in Sámara, Hotel Giada is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Frog Pad, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Samara Beach and Nosara Biological Reserve. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Sámara travel guide
Playa Sámara, Sámara, Guanacaste
What's nearby
Samara Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Carrillo Beach
13 min drive - 6.4 km
Buena Vista Beach
15 min drive - 8.5 km
Playa Pelada
36 min drive - 25.7 km
Playa Barco Quebrado
17 min drive - 10.3 km
Getting around
Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
127 min drive
Restaurants
Boulangerie
7 min walk
Las Olas Beach Club
8 min walk
Sheriff Rustic
3 min walk
2 Gringos Artisan Brewing
1 min walk
Gusto Beach Club - Samara
4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Giada
Hotel near Samara Beach
A terrace, a garden and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Giada. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
2 outdoor pools, along with sunloungers
A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), tour/ticket information and concierge services
A water dispenser and a front desk safe
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel Giada have thoughtful touches, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
Showers and hairdryers
26-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services and cable channels
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Front entrance ramp
No lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
More
1 building
2 floors
Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
Comprehensive recycling policy
Designated smoking areas
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
26-inch LCD TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
LED lighting
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Property is also known as
Giada Hotel
Giada Samara
Hotel Giadahotel giada
Hotel Giada Samara
Giada Hotel Playa Samara
Hotel Giada Samara, Nicoya Guanacaste
Giada Samara, Nicoya Guanacaste
Hotel Giada Hotel
Hotel Giada Sámara
Hotel Giada Hotel Sámara
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Giada have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Giada?
As of 8 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Giada on 9 Mar 2026 start from €86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Hotel Giada pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Giada?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Hotel Giada?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hotel Giada?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Does Hotel Giada provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Hotel Giada located?
Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Samara Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Carrillo Beach and Buena Vista Beach. Playa Barrigona and Playa Barco Quebrado are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
Hotel Giada Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 302 reviews
10 - Excellent
144
Rating 8 - Good. 120 out of 302 reviews
8 - Good
120
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 302 reviews
6 - Okay
29
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 302 reviews
4 - Poor
6
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 302 reviews
2 - Terrible
3
Reviews
8/10 Good
sarah marie
20 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was clean, bed alwas comfortable, staff were beyond friendly, breakfast was super, pool area was nice.
The staff was friendly! The room and hotel is older but the room is immaculate! The breakfast was delicious ! They were amazing! Great central location easy to walk everywhere in Sámara
The room was spotless and newly refurbished. The staff was very friendly and very helpful. Very walkable to beach, restaurants and stores. We didn't eat at the restaurant in the hotel but they were bustling everyday of our stay. The only disappointment were the pools which were surrounded by white rocks instead of cement making them not very inviting to spend time at. Of course we were there for the beach which was beautiful!
Susan
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Brittni
7 Dec 2025
Basic hotel that was clean and well kept with friendly staff. The daily breakfast that was included was very good. Easy walk to the beach, shops, grocery store etc. Stayed as a family with kids (youngest age 4). Would stay again.
The room was much smaller than I thought it would be but it was right on the pool which was nice. The staff were very attentive as we had trouble with the AC and safe and they helped right away. Great location.
Great staff -- so friendly, helpful and understanding od those of us who speak broken Spanish.
Two nice pools. Located within walking distance of the (gorgeous) beach.
Leanne
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
6/10 Okay
James
19 Feb 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Superb dining
An older hotel but well-maintained in a good location in downtown Samara only a 5 minute walk to the beach. It has the best restaurant we have experienced in Costa Rica.
I liked the reception spoke pretty good English and were very personable and the hotel is a relatively easy walk down to the beach about 5 minutes away. They are next door to a great place to hire an ATV or tour. Even in low season we found multiple restaurants to est at within easy walking distance.
Ian
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn
14 Mar 2024
Great service, great restaurant too. Good location. Good price.
Nice quiet little hotel located on the main street in Samara. Close to shops, restuarants and bars. Nice swimming pool and good WIFI. Clean and comfortable room.
Giada is a beautiful property, just up the street from the beach in Samara. The flowers and landscaping are amazing, really surprised my wife and I how nice it was. Staff is very friendly (Karina is a sweetheart!). Rooms small and simple, with a nice balcony. Can't beat the price either. We would stay here again.
Great location at Samara. We had booked a room with balcony looking out to the street not realizing it’s a busy street. We got upgraded to a bigger room with pool view without any request. We appreciated that very much as e were tired that day. The ac in the room worked excellent, the room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. Parking is across the street. We only stayed one night so did not get the a chance to try the restaurant, which looked great but can’t actually rate as we decided to try another restaurant in the town.
Clean and safe property. Breakfast was great and sufficient. Pool was clean. Room was clean and had great AC. Balcony was a great addition to room. Staff was kind and appreicative. Being from the USA we are anxious but were quickly at ease upon arriving and settling in.
A pleasant hotel with two pools and a small interior garden. With some older and newer features, but all in all clean and a great stay. The closeness to the beach, local shopping and food choices makes it a great option for sating in Samara. Walk the hallways and admire some of local art. A short drive to beautiful Playa Carrillo.
Florica
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
4/10 Poor
Marc
3 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We specifically requested a quiet room as neither of us sleep well. When we got there Jessica at the front desk informed us that we were booked in Room 10 which was directly over the busy street and right adjacent to a spaghetti of power lines (for those sensitive to electrical fields). We explained our need for quiet and our request in our booking reservation and while she was very understanding and nice to deal with she informed us that there was nothing she could do to change us as all other rooms were reserved already. We contacted Expedia and explained the situation as we had booked for 2 nights and although they called the hotel only the manager could approve a refund and he was in Italy for another week. Again Jessica was as helpful and understanding as she could be but we were forced to accept a noisy room overlooking a busy street on a Friday and Saturday night and left feeling exhausted from poor sleep as a result of all the noise. For those who react to electrical fields the bunch of multiple wires all connect very close to the room. The hotel itself is nice and they have a quiet pool at the back away from street noise. Had we been able to stay in a room off the street we would have been very satisfied so make sure if you book that you dont get a room facing the street. It is very noisy!