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From San Jose to Samara we are able to offer you two types of services: Collective Shuttle and Private Shuttle, please review the following information:

SAN JOSE TO SAMARA BEACH:

Collective Shuttle:
The collective shuttle daily departures:
- At 8:15am from San Jose Hotels
- At 8:45am from San Jose Airport - Calalu Restaurant by the airport

This collective shuttle is rated in $48 per person, per way.


PRIVATE VIP TRANSPORTATION SERVICES: (If you are not able to take your morning shuttle)
At the time of your arrival one of our drivers would be waiting for you at the airport exit with a sign with your name on it. From there you would be assisted.
The total rate for this service is $250 (per way, from 1 to 4 guests and $25 the extra guest after 4)
Includes: Your own private driver, own private minibus or large SUV
Departure time is selected by the client. (Please provide your arrival flight itinerary)

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Intercultura Samara

Language School and Cultural Center

Samara Beach, Costa Rica

http://www.Samaralanguageschool.com/

Learn Spanish at Costa Rica’s only Spanish School directly on the beach

Study Spanish in amazing Costa Rica and experience the local lifestyle. Sample what the country has to offer and discover the natural beauty of this tropical beach paradise. If you are interested in language immersion and cultural interaction, if a gated beach resort is not your idea of travelling, then Intercultura Samara Language School might be your perfect vacation.

Escape from your daily routine, study Spanish in our beautiful oceanfront campus, explore the beach in your free time, immerse yourself in Spanish and share the life of a local Costa Rican family. The experience will change you!

Why Study Spanish in Samara Beach?

Founded by Laura Ellington and Adelita Jímenez, Intercultura Spanish School has been growing since 1993 by listening and acting on what students have to say.  We've maintained our original mission to give students a superior level of service while they study Spanish and experience all that Costa Rica has to offer and we continually are looking for ways to improve our students' experiences.   In 2001, we opened the Playa Samara beach campus, located directly on Costa Rica's Pacific Coast.

What our Spanish Courses Offer

At Intercultura, we believe that the best way to study Spanish includes a diverse and enriched curriculum along with cultural experiences to make an easy transition from your first language to Spanish!  You will enjoy studying Spanish in class, during daily cultural activities, in your homestay family and in the community.

High standards

Our Spanish teachers are certified through Costa Rican Universities and the government and are outstanding at what they do.  They work closely with you, ensuring excellent, interesting and practical classes that enhance language development.  We offer small classes with 6 students maximum and use the communicative approach of language teaching which encourages fully engaged students and getting them on the road to successful language learning!  Our methodology encourages students to speak as much Spanish as possible so our teachers use the 80/20 rule - teachers only speak 20% of the time while Spanish students speak 80% of the time.  Between our home stays with ‘Tico’ (Costa Rican) families and our intensive classes you’ll be speaking Spanish right away!

Two great campuses

Intercultura Spanish Language School offers students the freedom to study at its busy, colonial city campus in Heredia or our beautiful beach campus in Samara. Many students choose to study at both locations, fully embracing the different cultures Costa Rica offers, as well as to experience our varied offerings at each campus.

Our Mission at Samara Language School

OUR MISSION

Intercultura and Samara Spanish Language Schools are language and cultural centers devoted to achieving linguistic proficiency through cultural immersion and crosscultural education. We seek to cultivate global understanding and cooperation through the sharing of cultures and languages. We believe that participation in our program teaches not only a new language, but also effective tools for communication and understanding in the constantly evolving world culture -- “Learn the language, live the culture.”

OUR VISION

Our vision is to provide Spanish courses based on an integral language learning and cultural experience.  We use the communicative approach of teaching combined with strategic elements of current academic and pedagogical theory in a cultural immersion environment,  contextualizing the language acquisition process. Additionally, we are at the forefront of the linguistic and intercultural studies field and are focused on creating new programs, expanding and improving our facilities, while also continuing the professional development of our staff and reinvesting in local communities.

OUR COMMITMENT TO THE COMMUNITY

Volunteer and Study Spanish in Costa Rica

Although we are a private enterprise, the majority of our profits are reinvested into academic and professional development for our staff, improvement of student facilities, and expansion of our community and cultural activities. A significant portion of our earnings go to regional causes and social development organizations and to the endowment of our local student scholarship fund.

Intercultura supports several area environmental, social and development projects, offering logistical assistance, materials, scholarships and/or monetary donations to the following non-profit organizations:

Torito Public elementary school

Samara Public elementary school

CREAR Association: free supplementary & creative education for local schoolchildren

Oxford University Costa Rica Conservation Expedition

Heredia Public School

Carrillo Wild Animal Refuge Centre

Heredia Domestic Animal Shelter

Heredia State Orphanage

Samara Pacific School

Samara Sports Associations

Heredia Homeless Groups

Nicoya Environmental & Sustainable Farming Project

Turtle Refuge Project

Alajuela Clinic & Hospital

Children's Hospital Teletón

Samara Community Development Association

Heredia & Samara Emergency & Medical Relief

Heredia & Samara Police Force

Drug Rehabilitation Project for Young People CREA, Heredia

Samara Spanish Language School is located in Playa Samara, directly on the beach in beautiful beachfront facilities. Spanish courses are given in modern, air-conditioned rooms, all with a view of the ocean, providing an ideal spot for learning Spanish at the beach. Each classroom is equipped with AC, standard audio equipment, whiteboard, and a large communal study space, encouraging dynamic activities and easy participation. The beach provides an ideal break from the midday heat or for a quick swim during your break. Sometimes our Spanish teachers take students outside the facilities to hold a conversation hour in our rancho, the tropical gardens, or on the beach under the shade of a palm tree. Ecological trips, community interviews and other activities help students practice Spanish "en vivo" with local Costa Ricans.

Our school facilities include a large open-air rancho used for dance classes, yoga classes and other activities; a stage for performances, community activities and cultural events; a kitchen for student use; lounges, gardens, open-air classroom study areas, hammocks, and the reception and tour services desk. Nearby restaurants and open air cafés and bars provide ample places to relax and chat with friends, drink coffee or try the delicious local tropical fruit shakes.

If you are interested in taking classes at our city campus in Heredia, please click here!

Costa Rica

Costa Rica is situated on the narrow Central American isthmus directly north of Panama, with the Caribbean to the east and the Pacific to the west.  Intercultura has two Spanish schools in Costa Rica, one in the colonial city of Heredia, founded in 1993, and the other on beautiful Samara beach that opened in 2001. Each campus and area has a  distinctive flavour, giving students the chance to experience Costa Rica from two very different perspectives.

Samara Language Courses

Spanish Courses in Costa Rica on the beach

Spanish Courses in Costa Rica with Samara Language School.   Our Spanish courses are designed to fully immerse students in real social interactions.

Excellent Language Courses

The primary goal of Intercultura and Samara Language School is to offer Spanish courses in a warm yet intellectually challenging environment. Classes are conducted entirely in Spanish, providing students from all over the world with a complete and intensive learning experience. Intercultura's professors have advanced university degrees and teaching certifications, and we are accredited through the U.S. university system, offering undergraduate academic credit to those interested. In addition, you have the opportunity to know Costa Rica, its traditions and its rich cultural heritage by participating in our daily cultural activities and events.

Superior Course Quality

The quality of our programs is among the highest and most recognized in Costa Rica and Latin America.  We were selected to receive Spanish students from Duke University, the World Health Organization (WHO), Fulbright Commission teaching programs, the Organization for Tropical Studies (OTS), University of Washington, the European Commission, the Costa Rican Consulate in the US, Colorado University, Collège de Maisonneuve, HEBO (Holland) and more. Intercultura is also the first academic institution in Costa Rica to gain official recognition by the United Nations (UN) as a partner in the UN Global Compact, upholding the principles of sustainable development and corporate responsibility in human rights, labor laws and environmental practices.

On a larger scale, we hope to promote global awareness and tolerance through sharing cultures. We believe that participation in our Spanish courses teaches a new language and also provides effective tools for communication and understanding in today's constantly evolving culture.

" In my role as a trainer of teachers, I am keenly aware of what constitutes effective instruction...as an educator, I recognized and experienced first-hand the excellence of Marcelo's instruction.....[He] has the ability to explain grammatical concepts with great clarity...he constructed excellent visuals which helped me comprehend and use the new learning. Equally effective was his insistence that all newly learned grammar be applied in conversation....It is my belief that [he] is an outstanding instructor, one of the finest I have encountered in my work as an educator."

-- Marc Becker, PhD, Director of high-school district Research and Assessment.

NOTE: To maintain academic consistency in the material covered in each level, classes with only 1 student may be reduced to 3 hours per day instead of 4. Exceptions may apply for academic credit candidates, and/or at the discretion of the program director.

Cultural Activites at Samara Language School

Spanischkurse und kulturelle Aktivitäten in Costa Rica

Study Spanish through the Culture

After you study Spanish during the day, you have your choice of activities that are conducted in Spanish. Students should check the notice boards in reception daily for times, sign-up sheets and specific information. We encourage all students to participate in as many activities as possible since they greatly enhance your understanding and connection to the culture.

Learn Spanish and Salsa dancing in Costa Rica

Latin dance classes

From Monday through Thursday students have the chance to move their hips in our Latin dance classes! You will learn salsa, merengue, cumbia bolero, and bachata -- all popular dances in Costa Rica. Then you can to go out to discos and dance with confidence and interact and practice your Spanish with Ticos.  Our dance instructors in Samara, Karol and Julio, have years of experience dancing and touring and belong to the Intercultura International Folkloric Dance Group.

Discussion Groups

We hold periodic talks and informal gatherings that cover a diverse range of subjects such as the culture, ecology and environment of Costa Rica, Latin-American literature, politics, women's studies and other socially and culturally related themes.  The discussions are held in Spanish.

Film night

Once a week we show a film in Spanish, an entertaining and practical way to practice the language and culture.

Costa Rican Cooking classes

Once a week, we teach students how to make typical Costa Rican dishes, a great skill to take home and share with friends and family.  Learn to prepare tortillas de maiz, tortas de yuca, picadillos, empañadas de plátano y much more!

Intercambios

During these cultural exchanges, Spanish students meet with Tico English students at the school to practice conversation skills (in both languages) in a relaxed atmosphere, and to make new friends from the local community.  It's a fantastic way to get to know locals students of all ages!

Latin music class

In this class, students learn traditional and modern songs from different Spanish-speaking countries, then analyze the meaning and cultural significance. This helps greatly in overall comprehension. Feel free to join in and bring your own instrument!

"Fiestas Patronales"

These local celebrations are held in all Costa Rican cities and villages every year, usually over a weekend. They are advertised throughout the country and are an excellent source of cultural enrichment and entertainment. You can watch bullfights "Tico" style, where the bull is not harmed in any way, participate in traditional games and try out a variety of local fare.  The "fiestas" usually happen twice a year in Samara--close to Christmas and close to Semana Santa.

Tours/Excursions

On weekends we host excursions to many different parts of the country.  Possibilities range from relaxing on a white sand beach, to studying the complex ecosystems of the Monteverde Cloud Forest, to watching the eruptions of a live volcano! During the week we take students to soccer games, hidden beaches and local hikes.

MONTHLY ACTIVITIES CALENDAR:

Each month we have a new activity plan of special events, national holiday activities, and a variety of fun excursions which are accompanied by a school teacher or staff member and in which we encourage English students to participate so as to promote social interaction with the locals.

"I was very impressed with the professional manner in which the school was run. Both the teachers and directors were very accomodating in tailoring a program to fit my specific skills and needs....The classes were demanding and interesting, and after class, having fun with the cultural activities was the high point of my day!...My experiences with both the school and the family were exceptional."

-- Tracy Hicks, BA Sociology / Psychology

Samara Beach Hotels

Learn Spanish and surf in beautiful Samara Beach Costa Rica

There are various local hotel options for all budgets in Samara, all close to Samara Language School and surfing.

Cabinas Sol y Mar, AC, cable TV,  506.2656.0925

Casa del Mar Hotel, AC, close to beach,  506.2656.0264

Hotel Giada, AC, two pools, restaurant, free wifi, 506.2656.0132

Hotel Belvedere, pool, AC, wifi, refridgerator, 506.2656.0213

Hotel Samara Inn, AC, pool, wifi, restaurant, 506.2656. 0482

Locanda rooms & Apartments, beachfront, AC, TV, cafe, 506.2656.0036

Rancho de la Playa, AC, pool, restaurant/bar, wifi, breakfast, 506.2656.0573

Villas Pepitas, furnished apartments/villas, AC, pool, TV, 506.2656.0747

Villas Kalimba, villas across from the beach, wifi, pool, 506.2656.1111

Hostel Mariposas, hostel 40 meters from school, 506.8703.3625

THE HIDEAWAY HOTEL, Playa Samara:  Your Escape from the everyday.

Rated #1 on TripAdvisor!

Stay at The Hideaway Hotel and you will enjoy the privacy of our exclusive location on Samara Beach.

The Hideaway at Samara Beach appeals to travelers looking for a luxury boutique hotel, who appreciate extra amenities. Travellers have awarded us an "Excellent" rating on TripAdvisor--come see for yourselves! We offer 12 Superior rooms with either 1 King bed (plus double sofa bed) or 2 Queen beds, with upgrades like high-quality mattresses, ample granite counters in bathrooms to hold all your toiletries, private spacious bathrooms with walk-in showers and complimentary shampoo/conditioner & bath gel, overhead fans and air conditioning. Our quiet location close to both Samara & Carrillo offers relaxation and privacy, plus easy access to exciting activities.  There are great tours in the Samara area, including turtle tours, fishing, zipline/canopy tours, dolphin & whale watching, horseback riding--take a look at our Activities page for more options. Be sure to plan enough time to enjoy all of it! We are located so that you can make our hotel your base to enjoy all the nature & excitement that Costa Rica offers. Of course, our Front Desk staff is happy to make reservations for any activities that you are interested in experiencing. Your hosts and staff know the area and will strive to ensure your stay is special. Please let us know how we can help you plan your vacation.

For beach lovers, our twelve room boutique hotel on Samara Beach is uniquely situated on a one-acre private lot, approximately 1-minute’s stroll to the ocean. Our property backs to lush trees, home to howler monkeys and beautiful birds. We also have a full restaurant & bar, as well as complimentary guest computer and wireless access. For that unforgettable beach wedding, we offer wedding planning services and wonderful receptions. Please see details in our Weddings section.

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THE HIDEAWAY HOTEL, Playa Samara:  Your Escape from the everyday.

Guest Suites & Services

The Hideaway Hotel is a 5 minute drive from the villages of Samara & Carrillo, but a world apart in style and service.  The stunning design creates a unique experience where the guest suites are in harmony with the lush landscape. Begin your day with a stroll through our tropical gardens and a dip in the refreshing swimming pool, complete with a cascading fountain. Enjoy our complimentary breakfast with rich Costa Rican grown coffee. We also offer lunch & dinner in our restaurant, and drinks or appetizers at the bar. Our seafood & pasta dishes get rave reviews!

We also offer complimentary Internet access & free local phone calls. Our front desk staff will be happy to assist you with reserving any tours that you are interested in, as well as making suggestions for activities to enjoy in and around Samara. There is so much to do, just let us know what you are interested in and we'll take care of the arrangements for you.

From MOON Costa Rica Travel Guidebook--"The Hideaway...its stylish, gleaming white modern architecture impresses. The 12 huge air-conditioned guest rooms have...equally huge bathrooms, pleasant furnishings, Wi-Fi, and most other modern conveniences...."

Guest suites feature upgrades that make the difference:

air conditioning

blackout shades so you can sleep in or enjoy an afternoon nap!

private patios

luxurious bathrooms with large walk-in showers, and plenty of hot water

shampoo/conditioner & bath gel, as well as hairdryers

full complimentary breakfast

satellite television with English & Spanish-language programs, plus music channels

king bed or 2 queen beds with high-quality matresses and large pillows

all suites include a sitting area

King suites offer the option of a foldout bed

all suites are non-smoking

two suites are handicap-accessible

Restaurant & Bar

Complimentary breakfast is included with your room rate. Fresh tropical fruit—sweet watermelon, mango, bananas, papaya—help you start the day off right.  World-famous Costa Rican coffee wakes you up, and the traditional gallo pinto gives you energy for your day in the tropics. Choose indoor dining in our air-conditioned dining room or al fresco dining on our terrace overlooking the swimming pool, fountain & gardens. Our bar features wine, delicious mixed drinks (try The Hideaway Sunset!), beer, soft drinks, fruit smoothies and bottled water to keep you cool and refreshed. We serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, and box lunch by request. Just let us know.  Guest favorites include the fresh guacamole, mango salsa, fruit smoothies, grilled fish, Tropical Shrimp, chicken with Porcini mushroom sauce, and brownie sundaes! Be sure to save space for homemade ice creams and delicious brownies. Some of the great ice cream flavors--chocolate mousse, cinnamom chocolate chip, mango sorbet!

Recent guest comment: "We chose this location as it was close to the sportfishing charter that my husband wanted to go on out of Carrillo. We returned from our day of fishing with mahi mahi steaks which the staff at the Hideaway cooked for us to perfection. What a wonderful treat that was as we dined outdoors by the pool."

THE HIDEAWAY HOTEL, Playa Samara

Uncommon quality, stunning beach, privacy.

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The Hotel Lodge Las Ranas is located in Playa Samara in the northwestern part of Costa Rica; in the middle of the Guanacaste province. The province of Guanacaste is the hottest and the driest of Costa Rica; therefore the temperature is nice all year round, even during the raining season, which people here call invierno (winter).

Because of the relatively dry climate in the region, there isn’t a lot of mosquito and practically no infectious diseases are present here.

The region is characterized by a lot of farmland. Even though there are a lot of mountains, most of the province is flat thus accommodating a lot of agriculture like the sugar cane.

The Hotel Lodge Las Ranas The hotel has 10 rooms. All the rooms have a magnificent view of the mountain and the sea and are fully equipped:

We have 2 rooms with an additional single bed for kids, one room with kitchenette, which is wheel chair accessible, and 2 communicating rooms for larger groups.

The restaurant is offering you a diverse menu and has about 30 seats where you can relax before you head toward our safe swimming pool or toward the bar where you can enjoy what the Ticos call "la Pura Vida".

From the pool’s terrace, you’ll be able to watch the amazing variety of animals that are visiting us every day! Monkeys, parrots, iguanas, "pisote ", "martilla" and much more! If you’re really lucky, you might also have the chance to see the famous blue butterfly!

The Hotel Amenities

Free High-Speed Internet

Free Hot Breakfast

Kitchenette

Free Parking

Restaurant

Wheelchair acces

Swimming Pool

Private Balcony’s

Surroundings

Our lodge is located a few minutes from the Pacific Ocean on the hills of the town of Samara. We therefore have a magnificent view of the Samara beach, which is one of the safest in the country.

From our restaurant, you can also admire the view of Buena Vista beach. This beach is secluded and unknown to most tourists in the area.

During your stay, you can enjoy our wonderful terrace on the edge of the mountain to make your afternoon cocktails more enjoyable or just to put your feet up and relax. Also, do not miss the wonderful sunset over the Pacific Ocean, which you can see from the restaurant.

Information

We recommend that our guests take a flight that lands at the NEW terminal at Daniel Oduber International Airport near the city of Liberia because of its proximity.

From this airport you can choose to rent a car, arrange for a taxi shuttle or the more adventurous may want to use the local bus.

It is advised that you arrange your airport transportation in advance. We would be pleased to offer our assistance, given adequate notice. Our personal recommendation is to rent as car, which is absolutely safe in Costa Rica. This will allow you more freedom to visit the many tourist sites in the region and explore the vast array of beaches in our area.

We can arrange a number of tours such as:

Ocean Kayak and Snorkeling

Dolphin tour and snorkeling

Wild life and birding kayak tour

Horse back riding

Palo Verde

Turtle Tour

Hiking

Canopy Tours

Barra Honda Caves

Monteverde cloud Forest

Rafting tour

Inshore Fishing

Outshore fishing

Pottery Tour

Villas Kalimba

Located in Samara

Villas Kalimba sits on the gorgeous beach of Samara on the North Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The bay here will enchant you with its white sand, gentle water, coconut palms, and a picturesque wooded island. Samara has a natural coral reef and is one of the safest beaches in all of Costa Rica. Spend your days swimming, fishing, riding the waves or just soaking up the tropical paradise we call Samara.

Just steps from one of the most beautiful beaches, lays Villas Kalimba. The lovely accommodations are surrounded by a tropical garden and a wonderful swimming pool fully equipped with a bubbling waterfall cascading into an inviting Jacuzzi. The "Rancho' besides the pool is a tree trunk structure, shielded with colored curtains, and comfortable armchairs. It is the perfect place to relax and read a book or visit with friends.

Each villa is totally independent with uniquely tiled bathrooms with hot water, a kitchen unit and a large wrap-around terrace. All six villas are gems set in a tropical garden perfectly situated to take in the soothing music of the ocean surf.

Be in contact with the natural beauty that abounds here. Enjoy horseback riding along scenic trails, visiting national parks, birding tours, and kayaking. The area is renowned for surfing, so get yourself a board and some lessons and head on out. Also great fun is the canopy tour and ATV rides.

Villas Kalimba Facilities

Rancho, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, gardens, private parking, beach access

Accommodations

Each villa is equipped with a kitchen, private bath with hot water, terrace, AC, TV, phone and safety box

Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara lies along the Nicoya Peninsula's western shore in the lovely coastal hamlet of Samara. Samara is both beautiful and low-key, offering visitors a wonderful place to relax while enjoying one of Costa Rica's best beaches.

Playa Samara is a 3 mile (5 km) white-sand wonder that borders a calm aquamarine ocean perfect for snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, and sport fishing. Just off the coast is Chora Island, a site that is popular with birders, as it is home to a wide range of colorful feathered fowl. The town itself offers a number of visitor services, including shops, restaurants, bars and discos.

Hotel Sol Samara is a sublime mixture of pleasure and elegance, set amidst an environment that invites all kinds of relaxation. Located only 100 feet from the beach, the hotel's location couldn't be better, allowing guests easy access to both the warm waters of the Pacific and the white sands of Playa Samara. The hotel's recently finished swimming pool provides another place to beat the heat, and with a shallower section for kids, it's perfect for swimmers of all ages. The adjoining Jacuzzi will soothe any aches or pains that may have developed during the day, as will the hotel's private spa, a service which offers a number of massage and facial treatments.

Wake up daily with a fresh cup of Costa Rican coffee alongside the hotel's complementary breakfast. The restaurant's menu offers a variety of choices for both lunch and dinner, and the hotel's bar serves up a nice selection of wine, beer, and cocktails.

The rooms are clean and attractive. All feature queen size beds, air conditioning, private hot water bathrooms, mini fridge, safety box, hair dryer, cable TV, and wireless internet. The lower level rooms have private porches, and two of the hotel's rooms are handicap accessible.

Hotel Sol Samara's friendly staff can help arrange a wide variety of tours and adventures in the surrounding area.

Hotel Sol Samara Facilities

Gardens, swimming pool, sun deck, 24-hour security, private parking, Jacuzzi, spa, beach access, restaurant, bar, tour services

Amenities

Air conditioning, cable TV, hot water, private bathroom, safety box, hair dryer, mini refrigerator, wireless internet, private porch, iron, ironing board, telephone, handicap accessible, complementary breakfast, swimming pool, sun deck, private parking, 24-hour security, Jacuzzi, spa, massage, gardens, beach access, restaurant, bar, tour services

Accommodations

All rooms come equipped with a private hot water bathroom, air conditioning, cable TV, safety box, hair dryer, mini refrigerator, and wireless internet. All rooms have a queen size bed, with the option of an additional foldout bed as well. Two rooms are handicap accessible, and lower level rooms have private porches. Irons and ironing boards can be arranged upon request.

Hotel Giada

Located in Samara

Hotel Giada is located on the Nicoya Peninsula, at Samara Beach. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag recognition of a clean beach with clean water and is considered one of the nicest beaches in the country. The cozy beach village of Samara is home to great restaurants, shops and bars.

Just a short drive away is the town of Nosara, with lush tropical greenery of protected forest and a long stretch of pristine beach, Playa Guiones, known for stunning sunsets and excellent surfing.  Ride into the brilliant sunset on horseback, listen to the musical sounds of dolphins as you ride alongside them in a boat, or kayak your way to the secluded Chora Island. Water adventures are very popular, such as scuba diving, snorkeling, and boat adventures that will take you through the blue waters and stunning coastline. Nature lovers can experience the beauty and magic of Playa Ostional where you'll be able to witness the annual nesting of the Olive Ridley Sea Turtle.

Hotel Giada is built and decorated in a tropical style, offering thirteen charming rooms, each accented with bamboo furniture. All accommodations are complete with AC, a TV, ceiling fan, private balcony and with a variety of bed options. Guests may bask in the warm tropical sun by the pool or soak and relax in the Jacuzzi. When looking for a bite to eat, treat yourself to the delicious restaurant and bar, specializing in pizza and pasta.

Hotel Giada Facilities

Pool, restaurant, bar, pizzeria, laundry, private parking

Accommodations

All rooms are equipped with AC, cable TV, a ceiling fan, hair dryer, bamboo furniture, private balcony and a private bathroom with hot water. The hotel offers eight rooms with one queen size and one single size bed, two rooms with two queen size beds and three rooms with one king size bed.

Note: Children under 16 years old are not allowed at the hotel.

Samara Pacific Lodge

Located in Samara

Samara Pacific Lodge is tucked away on the Pacific coast, in the easy going beach town of Samara. The charming beach in Samara is bordered by a protective coral reef, making the waters perfect for swimming and the beach ideal for long leisurely walks. The reef also keeps the waves tame, making this one of the country&s best beaches for learning how to surf. The village of Samara offers a variety of shops, bars and restaurants as well as local artisans selling jewelry on the sidewalks.

Imagine coconut palms lining a white sand beach and warm ocean breezes caressing your face as you watch one of the most spectacular sunsets of your life in Samara. Nature lovers will be awe struck at the sight of the giant Olive Ridley Turtle nesting at Playa Ostional's wildlife refuge about a 35 minute drive from the hotel. Swimming with the frolicking dolphins and scuba diving are also exciting options in the area.

Samara Pacific Lodge is surrounded by pastures, forest and tranquility, while being about a 10 minute walk to the Samara and Buena Vista beaches, as well as from the center of town. It is only a three-minute drive to the Samara village shops or about 10 minute drive to the white sant beach Playa Carrillo. The hotel is built in a European style with a large swimming pool and sunbathing terrace. The grounds have fruit trees and lovely gardens as well as a bar and restaurant in an Italian style gazebo.

The hotel offers comfortable standard rooms as well as fully equipped apartments with a home ambiance. Each standard room offers two separate rooms, one with a double bed and a private bath and the other sleeping area with a single or a bunk bed. The small apartments on the first floor have a small terrace in the garden as well as a fully equipped kitchenette. The larger apartments are on the second floor and offer two spacious rooms with a private bath in each, as well as a balcony overlooking the tropical garden.

Samara Pacific Lodge Facilities
Bar, restaurant, pool, laundry service, TV room, gardens, private parking

Accommodations
Each standard room offers two separate rooms, one with a double bed and a private bath and the other sleeping area with a single or a bunk bed, with or without a/c. A double room with one king size bed equipped with a/c is also available.
The smaller apartments offer a room with a double bed and a bath, a fully equipped kitchenette and a small terrace in the tropical garden.
The large apartments have two spacious rooms with a double bed and a private bath in each.

Lodge Las Ranas

The Lodge Las Ranas is located in Playa Samara on the northwestern segment of Costa Rica's Pacific coastline. Playa Samara is in the middle of Guanacaste Province, which is the driest and hottest of all Costa Rica's seven regions. As a result, even during the rainy season (Jun-Dec.), Playa Samara boasts blue skies and an average daily temperature of 83 degrees F. Due to this dryness, Guanacaste is relatively mosquito free compared to other regions in Costa Rica.

Nestled into the foothills of Samara, Hotel Las Ranas is spectacularly located. The brand new lodge offers views of some of the safest and most serene beaches in the country. With terraces that seem perched on the edge of a mountain, the hotel has a truly majestic feel. Afternoon cocktails from the lounge can be sipped while watching the soft roll of the ocean below. The rooms are simply but elegantly decorated and a cooling breeze makes each room's private balcony a perfect retreat from the hot sun. For the particularly hot days, the lodge has a huge and well-maintained swimming pool with an array of beach chairs and umbrellas that surround it.

Only a two-minute drive from the plethora of bars and restaurants in Playa Samara, Lodge Las Ranas manages to feel tranquil and secluded. For those who feel like dining-in and relaxing, the hotel has an on-site Rancho style restaurant with views of Buena Vista beach, a secluded stretch of sand that has remained hidden to most tourists. Offering a diverse menu, the open-air restaurant is also the perfect place to take in a sunset over the Pacific Ocean. An amazing variety of Costa Rica's famed wildlife can be spotted from the pool terrace. Monkeys, parrots, and iguanas all reside in the tropical foliage surrounding Hotel Las Ranas, and give camera-ready guests excellent photo-ops daily.

Lodge Las Ranas Facilities

Swimming pool, restaurant, bar.

Amenities

Air-conditioning, wireless internet, safety box, refrigerator, terrace, restaurant, bar, swimming pool, lounge.

Accommodations

Hotel Las Ranas has ten guest rooms, each with a stunning view of the surrounding mountains and sea. Every room has a queen size bed and is fully equipped with amenities. In addition to their standard room, the hotel has rooms with additional single beds for children, rooms with kitchenettes, wheel chair accessible accommodations, and two conference rooms for large-group functions.

El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Located in Samara

El Pequeño Gecko Verde is 150 meters from the beach at Samara, a small coastal village along the western shore of the Nicoya Peninsula. Samara fosters a relaxed vibe by combining a sense of serenity with a sense of seclusion.

Known as a safe and beautiful beach, Samara’s white-sand coast is strewn with coconut trees and pleasant shady spots. Sport fishing is quite popular here, as are kayak trips to Chora Island, a fleck of land nearby that acts as habitat for a wide range of birds. An offshore coral reef calms the water close to shore and also sports some excellent snorkeling and scuba diving sites. The village at Samara is scattered with stores, restaurants, and a few bars. There is also a disco that – although the town is quite small – draws consistently good numbers.

El Pequeño Gecko Verde is under a mile from the town center and only a few steps away from a secret section of beach. Set on a property that enjoys the company of centenarian trees, botanical gardens, and an ever-changing range of tropical critters, El Pequeño Gecko Verde is a true Costa Rican find. On-property afternoons can be spent lounging beside the large pool or taking walks to the nearby cliffs, which overlook the seemingly endless Pacific Ocean. Off-property afternoons can be spent on the beach, in the ocean, or through the hills. Hunger and thirst can be sated either in town or at the hotel’s restaurant, which serves meals with a “French touch” and its drinks always cold.

Five freestanding bungalows make up the lodging at El Pequeño Gecko Verde. Integrated naturally into the surrounding land, they are nicely equipped with comfortable amenities, plus local decorations – bright blue paintings and bamboo room dividers – that really brighten the place up. Each has a full kitchen, private hot water bathroom, air conditioning, cable TV, and safety deposit box. Private outdoor terraces are furnished with wooden dining areas and handmade hammocks.

El Pequeño Gecko Verde Facilities

Restaurant, bar, swimming pool, gardens, beach access, parking lot, 24-hour security.

Amenities

Wireless internet, massage, restaurant, bar, laundry service, parking lot, bike rentals, board games, library, swimming pool, fax services, hot water, private bathroom, air-conditioning, hammock, fan, fully equipped kitchen, cable TV, safety box, gardens, beach access, 24- security.

Accommodations

All bungalows come equipped with full kitchens, living areas, outdoor terraces/dining areas, private hot water bathrooms, air conditioning, fans, hammock, large closets, sofa bed, wireless internet, cable TV, and a safety deposit box.

Large Bungalow – this bungalow can sleep 4-5 people. It has two separate bedrooms, each with a queen size bed.

Smal Bungalow – these bungalows sleep 2-3 people, with one bedroom that has a queen size bed.

Hotel Villas Pepitas

Located in Samara

Hotel Villas Pepitas is a wonderful hotel with independent apartments that will allow you to fully enjoy the beautiful area of Samara, on the Nicoya Peninsula.

The Villas Pepitas are cozy, family sun villas only a few minutes walk from town and from the beach.

You will be impressed by Samara's beautiful white sandy beach, lined with palm trees and the Villas Pepitas offer the perfect place to relax here and if you would like to unwind some more, you can ask at reception to arrange for a massage.

Samara beach is a quiet town on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica where you can still find some traditional culture combined with amenities for tourism and one of the safest beaches to swim. The town has a bank, some restaurants and stores and breathes a relaxed atmosphere.

A variety of water sports and activities are available, including sport fishing, snorkeling, dolphin or turtle tours and kayaking. There are also National Parks nearby where you can go if you're interested in hiking and seeing some of the amazing Costa Rican flora and fauna. Horseback riding or a zip line Canopy tour are other possible ways to spend your time.

The hotel Villas Pepitas has 5 apartments that combine Italian charm with natural, Costa Rican materials.

All villas include A/C and fan, private bathroom with hot water, cable TV, safe box and have a view of the swimming pool and gardens. There are one bedroom and two bedroom apartments, each one decorated in warm colors and with attention to detail.

Villas Pepitas Amenities

Swimming pool with waterfall, private parking, security, BBQ area, wireless internet, laundry service, tropical gardens.

Villas Pepitas Accommodations

Two villas offer two independent apartments each, on first or second floor.

These apartments have a Queen sized bed with orthopedic mattress in the bedroom and a double sofa bed in the living room, a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious bathroom and a large terrace comes with dining table, fan and hammocks.

The two bedroom villa at hotel Villas Pepitas has a principal bedroom with Queen sized bed with orthopedic mattress. A second bedroom has two single beds, both with orthopedic mattresses. The villa includes a fully equipped kitchen with fridge, stove, microwave, coffee maker, blender, toaster/grill and cooking utensils. There is a spacious bathroom and large terrace with dining table, fan and hammocks.

Casa del Mar

Located in Samara

Casa del Mar is located in the town of Samara, one of the most accessible beaches on the northern Pacific coast and four hours from San Jose. This quaint and picturesque village, known for its beautiful tropical beach, is one of the safest and most attractive beaches in Costa Rica. The main road takes you through the cozy town center, passing cafes, bars, and restaurants on its way to the beach.

Here you can find some of the best water sports activities in the entire country, as well as horseback riding, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, paragliding, waterfall visits and a canopy tour. A variety of exotic plants and animals can be found along the 5 km beach strip along with a stunning coral reef that lies just offshore. Paddle out in a kayak or take a boat out to Chora Island where you can be alone on your own pink sand beach.

Casa del Mar offers 17 comfortable rooms, all equipped with ceiling fans or air conditioning and either a private or shared bathroom. Some accommodations face the topical gardens that surround the Jacuzzi area and others overlook the beach. There are hammocks, for reading or just relaxing, in the gardens and lounge chairs by the Jacuzzi. In the morning, guests can awaken to the smell of fresh brewed Costa Rican coffee and enjoy a delicious complimentary breakfast.

Casa del Mar Facilities

Jacuzzi, bar, gardens, lounge chairs, hammocks

Accommodations

There are 17 rooms with a ceiling fan or AC and private or shared bathrooms.

Mirador de Samara Apartotel

Located in Samara

The Mirador de Samara Aparthotel sits in the north Pacific region of Costa Rica. Samara, a beachfront community which has maintained its original charming village character, offers a variety of restaurants and shops. The town and its surrounding area offer a large variety of plants and exotic animals, a 5-kilometer long beach with coconut palms and other tropical plants and the shelter of a coral reef offshore.

Don't forget to explore this rich area and all its treasures. Visit Playa Ostional and watch the Lora turtles come out of the ocean in droves to nest on this beach. Also venture into the blue waters on a dolphin and snorkeling boat trip or surround yourself with the local flora and fauna on a kayaking trip through the waterways of the jungle.

The Aparthotel Mirador de Samara is built high on a hill, boasting a panoramic view of the village, beach and ocean from every room and terrace. The beach is just a five-minute walk away. The building is constructed in such a way that allows the ocean breeze to enter the rooms during the daytime and mountain breezes at night, keeping the rooms fresh and cool. A restaurant and private bar for guests of the Mirador adjoins the hotel in a tower with a 360-degree panoramic view. Here guests will also find a large garden area with a swimming pool.

The accommodations are apartments and sky rooms. The sky rooms can accommodate up to three people and have a private bath, hot water, queen and twin bed with orthopedic mattresses, cable TV, fridge and a balcony. The apartments have a large bathroom with hot water, fully equipped kitchen, terrace with a huge dining table and chairs and a lounge.

Mirador de Samara Aparthotel Facilities

Garden, restaurant, bar, parking, phone/fax, safe deposit box, ocean view

Accommodations

Sky Rooms have a private bath, queen and twin beds, TV and a fridge. Apartments have a big bathroom, fully equipped kitchen with fridge, electric coffee maker, electric mixer, microwave, and other common kitchen utilities, sleeping sofa and a terrace with furniture.

Hotel Villas Playa Samara

Located in Samara

The gorgeous North Pacific region of Costa Rica is home to the Hotel Villas Playa Samara, at Samara Beach. In these lush, verdant, natural tropical surroundings, and on the white sand beach, you will be thrilled with the antics of the howler monkeys, the graceful soaring of tropical birds in flight and a colorful tapestry of flowers and fruits at your fingertips. Besides the lovely beach, the town offers a variety of restaurants, cafe's and shops.

This beach area is blessed with an abundance of activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, deep sea fishing excursions, ATV tours and kayak trips. When the season is right, there are opportunities to watch the sea turtles come on shore to nest, truly a remarkable experience.

At the hotel, guests can laze in the swimming pool and refresh with tropical cocktails from the swim-up bar. Villas come with either one, two or three bedrooms. The sunny and comfortable accommodations have a large living room, dining room and kitchen, along with spacious bedrooms with private bathrooms.

Hotel Villas Playa Samara Facilities

Bar, restaurant, swimming pool, fitness room, wet bar, Jacuzzi, souvenir shop, laundry service

Accommodations

Villa A has a bedroom with a king or queen size bed and a single bed, a living room, small dining room, terrace with a hammock and a kitchenette. Villa B, with all the amenities of Villa A, has two bedrooms: a master bedroom with a king bed and a second bedroom with a full size and single bed. Villa C has a master bedroom with a king size bed and a master bathroom, another bedroom with a full size bed and a single bed, and third bedroom with two single beds.