Hotels on the beach in Sámara, Costa Rica

• 1 Villas Kalimba Sámara

  Guest Rating 9.3

  

  Hotel Villas Kalimba is located in the center of Playa Sámara, features: six villas surround by a tropical garden and a pool. Each of these villas is totally independent with air conditioning, private bathroom and hot water, fully equipped kitchen. Rooms have a flat-screen TV and a large wraparound terrace with garden views. In the same property you will find another luxury house with swimming pool and private parking (it has five bedrooms and five bathrooms, two rooms with King Size beds, two rooms with two single beds and one room large with a queen bed, each with air conditioning), is distinguished by its high-class design, central location and the security of a closed house. Villa Bruga & Villa Sandy, are part of Hotel Villas Kalimba, located 0.6 mile and a half from the center of Playa Samara. Each of these villas with private pools share in common the reception located in the Hotel Villas Kalimba where all our clients arrive to check-in and our reception staff will accompany the client to their villa to provide a general introduction. Additionally, the hotel offers a paid breakfast with prior reservation, which will be served at our ranch located in Hotel Villas Kalimba The reception of Hotel Villas Kalimba offers the tour operator service for the different activities in the area. The nearest airport is Nosara, 11 mi from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

  Address 200 metros Este de la Estación de Policía, frente Casa Valeria Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Water sports facility
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• 2 Cabinas del Mar Sámara

  Guest Rating 8.4

  

  Featuring a garden, Cabinas del Mar is located in Sámara in the Guanacaste region, a few steps from Samara Beach. Among the facilities at this property are room service and an ATM, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The hostel has an outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and a shared kitchen. At the hostel, each room is equipped with a closet. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, while some rooms contain a terrace and others also feature sea views. Guests at Cabinas del Mar can enjoy a continental breakfast. Bike rental and car rental are available at this hostel and the area is popular for cycling. Nosara Airport is 19 miles from the property. Show full description

  Address 400 metros oeste de villas, Playa Samara Guanacaste, Costa Rica Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Water sports facility
  • Pets are welcome
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• 3 LA DOLCE VITA - on the Beach - Samara Sámara

  Guest Rating 7.9

  
  • This hotel has a private beach area

  With Samara Beach reachable in 200 metres, LA DOLCE VITA - on the Beach - Samara features accommodation, a restaurant, a bar, a garden and a private beach area. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. There is a private bathroom with shower in some units, along with bathrobes, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Continental and à la carte breakfast options are available each morning at the bed and breakfast. LA DOLCE VITA - on the Beach - Samara offers a terrace. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy billiards on site, or go windsurfing or cycling in the surroundings. Buena Vista Beach is 2.9 km from LA DOLCE VITA - on the Beach - Samara, while Barra Honda National Park is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Nosara, 26 km from the bed and breakfast, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service. Show full description

  Address Playa Samara 100m oeste de la Policia Rural frente a la playa Show on map

  • Pool tables
  • Ping pong tables
  • Karaoke
  • Water sports facility
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• 4 Hotel Casa del Mar Sámara

  Guest Rating 7.8

  

  Hotel Casa del Mar is located in Sámara Bay. Free WiFi access is available, free parking depending on availability. Some rooms have a private bathroom with a shower and air conditioning. Others, more economical, have to share a common bathroom and do not have air conditioning. Guests of the Hotel Casa del Mar have a Natural Center right behind the hotel, while several restaurants are located in front of the hotel, on the beach. Other facilities offered include a tour desk, luggage storage and laundry service. An array of activities can be enjoyed on-site or in the surroundings, including cycling, hiking and snorkeling. Show full description

  Address 50 meters este de la escuela de Samara Show on map
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• 5 Blue Iguana Sámara

  Guest Rating 6.3

  

  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. We have 40 rooms, strong fans, air conditioned, TV and free WiFi throughout the property. The rooms come with a private bathroom. Parking is located off-site, around the park in front of the hotel. Breakfast is included with all room reservations. Nosara is 22 mi from Blue Iguana, while Carrillo is 4.3 mi away. Show full description

  Address Costado Oeste de la Plaza de Deportes, Samara Centro. Show on map

  • Swimming pool
  • Pool tables
  • Ping pong tables
  • Karaoke
  • Water sports facility
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