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Here is a quick list of Hotels in Samara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only |
9.7 / 10 (389 Reviews) |
From 119$ | |
| Cabanas Lamaite |
9.7 / 10 (157 Reviews) |
From 112$ | |
| Hotel Belvedere Playa Samara Costa Rica |
9.4 / 10 (786 Reviews) |
From 120$ | |
| Lodge Las Estrellas De Samara |
9.8 / 10 (104 Reviews) |
From 120$ | |
| Beach Front Bahia |
9.2 / 10 (932 Reviews) |
From 89$ |
There are 17 hotels and other accommodations in Samara city centre to choose from. We recommend La Dolce Vita - On The Beach - as the best hotel with back massages, a spa lounge, yoga classes, set 0.2 km from the city centre. Click here to see more central hotels.
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Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only
From 119$
Situated around 5 minutes on foot from Playa Carrillo, the 3-star Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only Samara arranges horseback riding and snorkeling trips for active guests. Located 3.9 km from the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, this Samara hotel boasts a swimming pool.
You'll need 50-minute drive to Nosara airport. Standing just 8 minutes on foot from La Selva Wildlife Refuge and Zoo, the Casa Buenavista - Adults Only Samara is nearly a 10-minute ride from the Camaronal Beach.
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Cabanas Lamaite
From 112$
Situated about a 15-minute stroll from Playa Buenavista, the 3-star smoke-free Cabanas Lamaite Samara hotel also offers a swimming pool. Located 4.1 km from the Playa Barrigona, this Samara hotel features 24-hour security service.
You'll need 35-minute drive to Nosara airport. The Samara-Carrillo Info Center in Samara is nearly a 10-minute ride from the hotel. The free beach is only 1.2 km away. The Cabanas Lamaite Samara is situated approximately a 15-minute drive from the Belรฉn Waterfall.
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Hotel Belvedere Playa Samara Costa Rica
From 120$
The smoke-free Hotel Belvedere Playa Samara Costa Rica, located merely 11 minutes' walk from Guana Bike, offers 2 outdoor swimming pools, Wi-Fi in public areas. There is a bus stop within walking distance of this 3-star hotel, and guests can easily reach the Samara-Carrillo Info Center which is only 550 metres away.
You'll need 37-minute drive to Nosara airport. The Belvedere Playa Samara Costa Rica is nearly 5 minutes on foot from the Samara Ticos Surf School and in proximity to Samara Trails. The hotel is situated a mere 1.7 km from the Samara Beach, while Terminal de es Samara bus station lies merely 550 metres away.
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Lodge Las Estrellas De Samara
From 120$
Lodge Las Estrellas De Samara hotel is located in Samara, 3.6 km from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, and offers an outdoor swimming pool. Wi-Fi is available in public areas and a free private car park is provided on site too.
You'll need 49-minute drive to Nosara airport. The Malanoche Estuary can be reached about 10 minutes by car from the hotel. The Playa Carrillo can also be found 3.9 km from the Lodge Las Estrellas Samara.
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Beach Front Bahia
From 89$
Providing guests with car rentals, the 2-star Beach Front Bahia Samara hotel is located 4.2 km from La Selva Wildlife Refuge and Zoo. Situated in close proximity to the Samara Beach, the hotel features an American-style restaurant serving American cuisine.
The centre of Samara can be reached within a 15-minute walk. The Belรฉn Waterfall is around 10 minutes' drive from the Beach Front Bahia Samara and Nosara airport is 30 km away. There is the Samara-Carrillo Info Center merely 1.6 km away, while Terminal de es Samara bus station is a short way from the hotel.
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Hotel Villas Tangerine
From 80$
Located nearly a 15-minute walk from Playa Buenavista, Hotel Villas Tangerine Samara features hiking and cycling. Located 2.3 km from the Samara Ticos Surf School, the bed & breakfast features a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
You'll need 35-minute drive to Nosara airport. The Malanoche Estuary is also situated about 10 minutes by car from this 4-star hotel. Guests can find the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, which is 2.4 km away.
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Samara Palm Lodge
From 64$
Featuring a terrace and an outdoor swimming pool, Samara Palm Lodge hotel lies merely 1 km from the Samara Ticos Surf School. This Samara hotel provides Wi-Fi, which is available throughout the property.
The centre of Samara can be reached within a 10-minute walk. The Belรฉn Waterfall is about a 10-minute drive from the hotel and Nosara airport is 30 km away. There is the Samara-Carrillo Info Center just 1.1 km away, and Terminal de es Samara bus station is in proximity to the Palm Lodge.
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Hotel Entre Dos Aguas
From 80$
Hotel Entre Dos Aguas Samara features 9 rooms and lies 2.9 km from the Isla Chora. There is also a car park.
The centre of Samara is a 5 minutes' walk of this hotel. The hotel is 16 minutes' stroll from the Samara Beach and in proximity to the Samara-Carrillo Info Center. The Entre Dos Aguas is situated 2.3 km from the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, while Terminal de es Samara bus station lies 550 metres away. For those travelling from afar, Nosara airport is 37 minutes' drive away.
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The Inner Light Yoga Lodge
From 116$
The Inner Light Yoga Lodge Samara hotel, located 700 metres from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center and only 0.7 km from Guana Bike, features an infinity pool for guests to take a dip in. Business travellers will appreciate conveniences such as Wi-Fi throughout the property and access to a laptop safe and a desk.
The centre of Samara is a 5 minutes' walk of this hotel. The Samara Beach is a short way from the Inner Light Yoga Lodge and Nosara airport is 30 km away. There is the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve around 25 minutes' walk away, while Terminal de es Samara bus station is just 10 minutes' walk from the hotel.
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Residencias Samara
From 97$
The 4-star Residencias Samara hotel is situated nearly a 5-minute stroll from Plaza Samara and provides shuttle service, along with cars for rent. Located within reach of the Samara Beach, the aparthotel features a safe deposit box.
You'll need 37-minute drive to Nosara airport. Guests will also get to this Samara hotel 4.2 km from the Belรฉn Waterfall. The Residencias Samara is situated within a few blocks of the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, and Terminal de es Samara bus station lies just 10 minutes' stroll away.
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Las Perlitas Rentals Playa Samara
From 85$
Featuring a patio with outdoor dining areas, the 3-star Las Perlitas Rentals Playa Samara hotel is about 25 minutes on foot from the Malanoche Estuary.
You'll need 38-minute drive to Nosara airport. Attractions in the area also include the Belรฉn Waterfall, located 3.1 km from this Samara hotel. The Las Perlitas Rentals Playa Samara is situated in the vicinity of the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, and Terminal de es Samara bus station lies only a 10-minute walk away.
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Tuki Tuki Lodge
From 94$
Featuring a sun deck with outdoor dining areas and a barbecue grill, Tuki Tuki Lodge Samara hotel is within 25 minutes' walk of the Samara Ticos Surf School.
You'll need 35-minute drive to Nosara airport. Guests can visit the Playa Barrigona located 4.1 km from this Samara hotel. Also, the hotel is approximately 30 minutes' walk from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center.
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Villas Kalimba
From 222$
The 4-star luxury Villas Kalimba Samara hotel is nestled only 600 metres from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center and features a private swimming pool. Discover this Samara hotel's tropical garden, designed with a patio area for guests to enjoy.
The hotel is situated 3.2 km from the Playa Buenavista and in the vicinity of the Samara Beach. The Werner Sauter Biological Reserve is also located around 25 minutes on foot from the Villas Kalimba Samara. Well-connected to many sights, the accommodation is not far from Terminal de es Samara bus station.
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Barracuda Apartments
From 80$
Featuring a sun terrace with a barbeque grill and outdoor dining areas, the 4-star Barracuda Apartments Samara hotel is a mere 1.4 km from the Samara Beach.
The aparthotel puts you right in the centre of Samara, about a 10-minute drive from the Belรฉn Waterfall. There is the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve located 2.1 km from this Samara hotel. Well-connected to many sights, the Barracuda Samara is not far from to San Jose bus stop. The closest airport is Nosara, 30 km from the accommodation.
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Hotel Giada
From 81$
Featuring views of the pool, Hotel Giada Samara lies in a recreational area, right around the corner from Samara Trails. This hotel offers 60 rooms plus a swimming pool with a spa, near a boat dock.
The 3-star hotel is centrally situated 5 minutes by car from the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve. The Giada is located just around the corner from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center and Guana Bike. Plaza Samara is also situated 50 metres away. Terminal de es Samara bus station is in the vicinity of this property.
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Hotel Sol Samara
From 82$
The 3-star Hotel Sol Samara is situated in a prime touristic area of Samara, 2.9 km from La Selva Wildlife Refuge and Zoo and about 25 minutes' walk from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center. Within a few blocks of the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, the hotel with 10 rooms features a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities, plus an ร la carte restaurant, serving local specials.
This hotel has a prime setting within a 2-km distance of the Samara Beach. The Sol Samara is also around 800 metres from Quebrada Sangrada. For those travelling from afar, Nosara airport is 44 minutes' drive away.
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Villas Verdes
From 100$
Offering cars for rent, as well as Wi-Fi in public areas, the 3-star Villas Verdes Samara hotel is 3.2 km from the Playa Buenavista. Located approximately a 20-minute walk from the Samara Beach, the hotel features 15 rooms with views of the pool.
This smoke-free hotel is a great place to stay due to its prime location in Samara. The Malanoche Estuary is right near the Villas Verdes, while to San Jose bus stop is around 500 metres away. For those travelling from afar, Nosara airport is 37 minutes' drive away.
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Hotel El Pequeno Gecko Verde
From 195$
Situated 2.9 km from the Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, the boutique-style Hotel El Pequeno Gecko Verde Samara is adorned with wooden floors, offering essentials such as Wi-Fi and a car park. Located about a 10-minute drive from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center, this 3-star hotel features a safe deposit box and 24-hour security.
The hotel boasts a lush setting a mere 1.2 km from Playa Buenavista. The Samara Ticos Surf School is within 15 minutes' drive of the El Pequeno Gecko Verde, and Nosara airport is 30 km away.
5 Star Hotels in Samara
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El Nido Rojo Bed & Breakfast
From 90$
Featuring a terrace and an outdoor swimming pool, El Nido Rojo Bed & Breakfast Samara lies 10 minutes by car from the Playa Barrigona. Families staying at this bed & breakfast can enjoy a variety of entertainment options for children, such as outdoor play equipment and board games.
You'll need 28-minute drive to Nosara airport. Guests will find the Samara-Carrillo Info Center 4.9 km from the El Nido Rojo Bed & Breakfast.
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Spirit Of Jungle Lodge
From 70$
Situated nearly a 5-minute walk from Playa Buenavista, the 3-star Spirit Of Jungle Lodge Samara hotel offers 9 rooms. The hotel is located steps away from the Playa Buena Vista and features horse riding tours.
This Samara hotel is 3.3 km from the Playa Barco Quebrado and 3.5 km from the Playa Barrigona. Guests can get to Samara city centre, which is 5 km away. The Spirit Of Jungle Lodge lies approximately 10 minutes by car from the Samara-Carrillo Info Center. For those travelling from afar, Nosara airport is 32 minutes' drive away.