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Samara Beach

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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

This collective shuttle is rated in $40 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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From Samara to San Jose we are able to offer you two types of services: Collective Shuttle and Private Shuttle, please review the following information:

Collective Shuttle:
The collective shuttle departs one time a day at 09:00am departing from your local hotel and drop off at your final destination. You will be arriving by 2:45 pm. (Pick up and drop off is available directly from the main hotels in the area)
The collective shuttle is rated in $40 per person, per way.

Private VIP Service:
This is a private service with your own driver and own vehicle door to door service. At the time of your election the driver would be go directly to your hotel to pick you up, 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: Stops as you pleased for sightseeing, bath, or restaurant + Your own private driver, own private minibus or large SUV.
Departure time is selected by the client.

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Samara Costa Rica

Samara is perfect for soaking up sun and beach life in an unpretentious, laid-back atmosphere. The little village is set in a large half moon bay with pale sand beach shaded by palms and old fig trees.

The shallow waters of the Samara bay are protected by a coral reef and the easygoing surf makes swimming enjoyable.

Samara is a traditional weekend and vacation retreat for Costa Ricans and still feels fairly authentic with many businesses and hotels run by local Ticos. It's a perfect family destination and seems especially popular with travelers from Europe.

Samara's main drag leads directly down to the beach where seaside restaurants and bars feature sand floors, beach arts, and mellow tunes.

Several good dining options are available in Samara, along with bars and lounges, and the lively discotheque of Samara is also located right on the beach!

Hotels in Samara run the gamut from budget cabinas, to cozy B&B, boutique hotels and vacation rentals.

Activities in Samara

2 km south of Samara is the fishing community of Matapalo. The beach is littered with broken corals which inhabit the reef and sea bottom of the southern part of the bay. The shallow waters here are great for snorkeling.

Diving and snorkeling is also excellent at the far northern end of Samara where the reef closes up to the beach. The reef is one of the few ones found on the Costa Rican Pacific side and in dry season you enjoy crystal clear waters with schools of yellow jacks, pork fish, manta rays, and star fish, among many others.

Next to the reef is Chora Island which is home to colonies of maritime birds. With an ocean kayak you can paddle to the island and enjoy escapism on a pink sand beach.

The chest-deep water and easy surf in the bay is perfect for beginners learning to surf. More challenging waves for the pros are found 12 km south of Samara, on Playa Camaronal.

Other water sports in Samara include windsurfing, sport fishing, or kayaking along the coast or into the river estuary of the Rio Ora.

For activities on land you can ride on horseback to the Tobacco waterfalls with its three cataracts and natural swimming pools. Or go on a Canopy Tour in Santo Domingo, three km inland from Samara.

Samara

The tiny picturesque town of Samara is located 35 km south of Nicoya and 245 km west of the capital San Jose. Lying on the southern Pacific coast of the Nicoya Peninsula in Guanacaste province, Samara is known for its beautiful tropical beach, which is one of the safest and most attractive beaches in Costa Rica. 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 canopy tours.

A four hour drive from San Jose, you can reach this town much quicker if you arrive by plane at the Liberia International Airport and then drive out 2 hours to Samara, via Nicoya. Do keep in mind though that this tiny town also has its own airstrip for small planes. A quaint little town, Samara lies at the foot of a steep hill. The main road here leads straight into town and ends at the stunning Playa Samara or Samara Beach. This beach is a great getaway if you want a quiet holiday or if you want a fun family vacation.
If you take a left before the road along the beach, you will find many affordable hotels and restaurants located here. Plus, this road leads to the beautiful and luxurious Hotel Punta Islita and the lovely Playa Carrillo.

Samara and its surrounding environs offer tourists an ideal place to relax and have a good time. Here, a variety of exotic plants and animals can be found along the 5 km beach strip of Samara beach, along with a stunning coral reef that lies just offshore. A short boat trip away is the gorgeous and remote Isla Chora. In town, you will find everything from a supermarket to a number of gift stores, bars and nightclubs as well. An excellent place to use as a stopover for the nearby national parks and reserves, Samara is perfect for a quiet holiday or a night out on the town.

This thriving farming and fishing village is unlike any other in Costa Rica, with some of the country’s most prominent people having homes out here, such as president Oscar Arias Sanchez.

Samara Costa Rica

The beautiful coastal hamlet of Samara is a paradise on the Nicoya Peninsula's western shore. Known as one of the prettiest and safest beaches in all of Costa Rica, Playa Samara radiates wonderful white sand in contrast to the aquamarine water. Tropical plant life and living coral encompass Samara's 3-mile (5 km) coastline, and the beach is a favorite among locals, foreigners, and wealthier Ticos- forming a quintessential beach community.

Samara's laidback vibe allows for rest and relaxation, an almost universal characteristic of the Nicoya Peninsula. Its village offers a number of services: stores, restaurants, hotels, and a small selection of bars. The town's nightlife, however, can be found at one of its discos, which keeps the party trucking through early morning.

Sport fishing is a popular activity off the coast, as is snorkeling and scuba diving around the coral environments. A short one-mile (2 km) walk down the beach brings visitors to the Tico hamlet of Matapalo, a great snorkeling spot. For birdwatchers, Chora Island, which is located just off the coast, is home to swaths of avian fauna that can easily be viewed from a kayak. Finally, swimming conditions in Samara's calm coastal waters are an ideal warm temperature.

Transportation to Samara has dramatically improved with construction of the paved Road 150, which runs south from Nicoya. Air travel is available to a small airstrip just outside of town. From San Jose or Liberia, planes will fly to Nosara and then to Samara. Daily buses also run from Nicoya, Liberia, and San Jose.

Mirador de Samara Apartotel

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.

Mirador de Samara Apartotel

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.

Lodge Las Ranas

The Lodge Las Ranas is located in Playa Sámara on the northwestern segment of Costa Rica's Pacific coastline. Playa Sámara 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 Sámara 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.

Lodge Las Ranas

Nestled into the foothills of Sámara, 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 Sámara, 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.

Hotel Villas Pepitas

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.

Hotel Villas Pepitas

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.

Hotel Villas Playa 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.

Hotel Villas Playa Samara

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.

Samara Pacific Lodge

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.

Samara Pacific Lodge

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.

El Pequeño Gecko Verde

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.

El Pequeño Gecko Verde

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

Casa del Mar

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.

Casa del Mar

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.

Hotel Giada

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.

Hotel Giada

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.

Villas Kalimba

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.

Villas Kalimba

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

Location:

Playa Samara, Costa Rica is a very special place. Lonely Planet travel guide calls it one of Costa Ricas most beautiful and unspoiled beaches. The waters here are the safest for swimming and families because of the reef that protects the bay.

The Mirador Resort is built on a hill about 40 meters ( 400 feet ) above sea level. The Resort offers  breathtaking,  unspoiled views of one of Costa Ricas most beautiful beaches. The Mirador Resort is located in the center of the town of Samara Beach and there are spectacular views of the bay and Pacific Ocean from every room and terrace. Playa Samara is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in all of Costa Rica and  is the safest swimmer friendly beach in the country.

You are able to watch dolphins, at certain time of the year even whales. It is very quiet at night, noise producing nightlife is in a good distance, to the left green area, behind the same and to the right a small well maintained hotel. The Resort is located in a big tropical garden, with fruit trees, ornamental tropical plants, home of howler monkeys, iguanas, armadillos, butterflies, squirrels, and many birds that can be watched.

A secondary road with no traffic leads you to the beach in only 3 min easy walking, in more or less the same time you can find public schools, as well as a private bilingual one, a hospital clinic, an international doctor, 2 pharmacies, 2 international operating banks, post office, police station, car rentals, 2 commercial centers, international school for learning Spanish, various supermarkets, one of the Wal-Mart group, different restaurants, bars and discotheques, Yoga, Surf schools…Samara is located 1 ½ hours drive from International Airport Liberia, and 3 hours from International Airport San Jose.

In many guide books Samara Beach is described as the safest and prettiest beach in the country…perfect long white sand beach with shallow, gentle waters…The coral reef offshore prevents from dangerous  seacurrents, so Playa Samara is popular with swimmers and surfers, its an ideal beach for kids and eldery persons. At this 4 miles long beach one can find shade under coconut and other tropical trees.

Welcome to Montaña Costa Rica

Costa Rica is a special place in the world...and Playa Samara on the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica is a paradise unlike any other. Dramatic mountains roll into white sand beaches and crystalline waters. Here, the abundant, undisturbed nature is awe inspiring and at the same time, deeply calming and life affirming. Your inner senses come alive here, you feel like you are in a different and protected place, outside and away from the stress that seems to encompass most of the world. That's one of the reasons why Costa Ricans in the Nicoya blue zone over the age of 59 have the longest life expectancy anywhere on the planet.

Montana Samara Estates is a special place in Playa Samara, Costa Rica. Our ecologically conscious community is nestled inside a 280 acre sanctuary blending into the majestic mountain landscape with untouched virgin, primary forest. 80 % of the community boasts beautiful ocean views and the rest with mountain valley forest views and only 12 minutes to the center of the bay.

Mangos and avacados fall in the street, exotic birds, like parrots and toucans nest in your trees. You can enjoy a conversation with your howler monkey neighbors in the morning over locally grown organic coffee, hike along clean abundant rivers amidst story book virgin mountain forest for a picnic lunch, and enjoy a wonderful meal at sunset on your picture perfect bay after a refreshing sunset swim.

This is the paradise that is Playa Samara, that is Costa Rica. This paradise can be yours for a day, a week, or the rest of your life!

Samara Surf School

Located in Samara, Costa Rica, we specialize in teaching beginner to advanced surfers. Our surf school utilizes a unique step-by-step method developed at Jesses Gym and Samara Surf School to teach beginning surfers  as well as help intermediate and advanced surfers take their surfing to the next level. We work with muscle memory and balance to get you standing on a wave in your first lesson.

Our lessons are all taught in a 1-to-1 setting. This is not the norm in the industry, but we believe better instruction of the basics leads to quicker development of more advanced skills.

Beginners learn the basics on the beach before entering the water with a coach, and we are proud to say that almost all of our students are able to get up on the surfboard and surf BY THEMSELVES after just 1 lesson!

We also cater to intermediate and advanced surfers by teaching carving, advances maneuvers, and aerials.  To supplement their experience, we offer half-day trips to breaks with more powerful and unique waves.

SAMARA INN HOTEL

Samara Beach, Costa Rica is a long, beautiful beach, considered one of the safest in Costa Rica because of the coral reef that protects it and makes it and ideal place for diving swimming and water sports. Here you will enjoy a pleasant, sunny climate most months of the year. At Samara Inn we are pleased to host you and to provide you with a great place to stay in this natural paradise. Surf Class, Sea Fishing, Snorkling, Water sports, horse back riding.

Samara is perfect for soaking up sun and beach life in an unpretentious, laid-back atmosphere. The little village is set in a large half moon bay with pale sand beach shaded by palms and old fig trees.

Samara is a traditional weekend and vacation retreat for Costa Ricans and still feels fairly authentic with many businesses and hotels run by local Ticos. It's a perfect family destination and seems especially popular with travelers from Europe.

Samara's main drag leads directly down to the beach where seaside restaurants and bars feature sand floors, beach arts, and mellow tunes. Several good dining options are available in Samara, along with bars and lounges, and the lively discotheque of Samara is also located right on the beach! Hotels in Samara run the gamut from budget cabinas, to cozy B&B, boutique hotels and vacation rentals.

Playa Samara

Samara is located in Guanacaste and is 245km away from the capital city of San Jose where two daily buses leave from. Playa Samara is one of the finest beaches in Costa Rica thanks to its’ peaceful nature and reasonably developed infrastructure and is a popular destination for many Tico’s looking to escape for the weekend as well as a being a trendy destination for a host of tourists.

Many tours can be enjoyed in the area including snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking, deep sea fishing, Para-gliding and horseback riding amongst several others whilst long walks along the 5km long beach give you the chance to enjoy some stunning views.
In recent years the area has undergone a transformation and several restaurants and hotels have sprung up to cater for the growing demand of visitors to the region on the sea front. Hotels vary from cheap backpackers resorts for travelers with a strict budget to high end luxurious ones. One of the most formidable hotels in the region is Hotel Punta Islita which is a great place to stop into for a sunset drink.
Just down the road from Playa Samara you will find Playa Carrillo which is definitely worth visiting due to its untouched beauty. No town can be found here just the sandy beach, palm trees and stunning views.

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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From MOON Handbooks Costa Rica--"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..."

Playa Samara

Lonely Planet compliments Playa Samara as a “...beautiful,

gentle, white-sand beach…

one of Costa Rica’s safest and prettiest, and one of the most accessible on the peninsula.”  This is the view at our end of the bay. The sunsets are beautiful!

Samara and Carrillo are small beach towns offering relaxation, restaurants, mini-golf, a small zoo, shopping, surfing, excellent fishing, and beautiful, calm swimming beaches. There are so many activities to enjoy around Samara, including horseback riding, zipline tours, turtle tours, whale watching---give yourself enough time because all the beauty & excitement that Costa Rica offers is right here in Playa Samara.  Many of our guests make The Hideaway their base and venture out from here for local tours & exciting day trips. We can arrange for any activities you're interested in experiencing. Or you can spend your time just relaxing by the pool, enjoying the beach & daydreaming. You can walk into Samara along the beach or take a cab ride into either Samara or Carrillo. Or, you can rent a bike and enjoy a beach ride into town.

Costa Rica

Lonely Planet describes Costa Rica in glowing terms.  “The waves are prime, the natural beauty staggering, the pace of life slow, the beer plentiful and the locals friendly….The country is also unique globally for its enlightened approach to conservation.  More than 27% of the country is protected in one form or another…Lush jungles are home to playful monkeys, languid sloths, crocodiles, countless lizards…and a mind-boggling assortment of exotic birds and butterflies….Then again, if you have some serious chilling to do, you can always lounge in a hammock and enjoy the pure life, or pura vida—a national expression that sums up the desire to live the best, most hassle-free existence.”

Costa Rica offers visitors an abundance of wildlife. Here are just a few impressive facts:

Costa Rican waters are home to 29 species of dolphins & whales, which make up 35% of the total existing species on the planet.

2005 International Game Fish Association’s “World Record Game Fish”—Costa Rica holds 22 All-Tackle records, 18 Fly-Fishing records, 77 Line-Class records

March—northward migration of hundreds of thousands of migratory birds along Costa Rica’s Pacific Coast

Weather & What to Pack

With a warm climate most of the year, the Samara area is known for great weather. It is reliably sunny most of the time. Because we are so close to the equator, there is no real winter here. In the dry season, we seldom have any rain. In the green season, you can expect some afternoon or evening showers, though in the tropics that is the perfect time to lounge around and read a book. Pack for warm weather at the beach. If you are also staying in San Jose or any of the highland areas, a sweater will come in handy. If you have more specific questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Member - Costa Rica Hotel Association The Hideaway Hotel is a member of the Adventure Hotels of Costa Rica. Find eco-friendly beach hotels, mountain lodges and unique, small hotels throughout Costa Rica.

Welcome to the Hotel Paraiso del Cocodrilo

costa rica hotel, apartments and pool

Travel to Costa Rica increases more and more due to the country’s beautiful nature with its exotic animals and its natural and unspoiled sandy beaches.

If you are looking for a nice stay in a Costa Rican hotel, Hotel Paraiso del Cocodrilo will offer you anything you need in order to have both, relaxation and adventure. Choosing us means individuality and comfort.

Our hotel is located in the sunny province of Guanacaste, about three miles from the small but lovely little town of Samara. Right next to the hotel you will find the natural beach of Buena Vista, which is famous for its turtle conservation project. If you are lucky, you may watch them arriving from the ocean at night or see some of the baby turtles crawling into the ocean. Next to Buena Vista you can visit the beautiful beach of Barrigona with its white sand and its amazing waterfall.

However, those are just a few things you can do when you spend your holiday around our hotel. We also offer you the possibility to improve your Spanish skills. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced learner, our local professor will help you to not only broaden your vocabulary or grammar knowledge, but also introduce you to the local language and characteristic lifestyle of the area.

Furthermore, you may join one of our spontaneous music sessions on our hotel veranda.

Go on adventure and discover the treasures of Costa Rica

Hotelapartment, oasis of comfort

Hotelpool and Rancho

Hotel Paraiso del Cocodrilo provides an innovative mixture. If you love nature, you will be fascinated by the diversity of the flora and fauna. Palms, banana and guava trees will guide your way to the hotel porch. Monkeys, parrots and butterflies will be your daily companions.

If you like adventure, Hotel Paraiso del Cocodrilo is just right for you. We provide numerous tours to all the unique attractions Costa Rica has to offer. Discover an overwhelming nature in one of the country’s national parks, explore the fascinating volcanoes or take a trip by boat to watch whales, dolphins, turtles and crocodiles. We also offer kayak and canoe tours.

A place which satisfies your needs

enjoy nature

Leave your daily grind behind and enjoy one of our tropical cocktails at the hotel bar. Taste some of our delicious international or traditional dishes, while listening to the music of one of our music sessions.

Besides a refreshing pool, you will find apartments and rooms of every size. Furthermore our hotel provides free Internet and W- Lan access and the possibility to call home via Skype.

Our team is looking forward to your visit and will do anything to make you spend an unforgettable vacation in Costa Rica.

We welcome you to Samara Beach

Samara Beach ... Costa Rica's hidden tropical paradise on the Pacific ocean. It is the perfect, long, white sand beach with shallow, gentle waters. Samara has a superb coral reef and its own picturesque and deserted wooded island in the bay - Isla Chora. It is popular with swimmers and surfers, and it is an ideal beach for your kids.

Samara is not only a charming beach resort, with a wide choice of friendly and attractive hotels, Bed & Breakfast, homes for rent, restaurants, bars and discos, but, unlike other Pacific Ocean resorts, it is also a thriving fishing and farming community.

"One of the safest and prettiest beaches in the country is Playa Samara..."
Lonely Planet - Destination Costa Rica: Off the Beaten Track

"Playa Samara is the perfect long white sand beach with shallow, gentle waters."
The Key to Costa Rica

Samara has a superb coral reef and its own picturesque wooded island in the bay ~ Isla Chora. It's popular with swimmers and windsurfers, and it's an ideal beach for your kids.

Samara is not only a charming beach resort, with a wide choice of friendly and attractive hotels, restaurants, bars and discos, but, unlike other Pacific Ocean resorts, it is also a thriving fishing and farming community.

There are cowboys and cattle drives, fishing boats returning at sunset, exotic fruit harvests, specialty and organic farming, tree  nurseries and reforestation projects and many other authentic and vital Sámara activities. There are unusual plant and animal species, ancient Indian sites, underwater caves and coastal and mountain nature trails.

Guitar, Spanish, aerobic and dancing lessons and massages are available. And there is even a Sámara art gallery with its own resident artist.

Hotels, cabinas, b&bs

Cabinas El Colibri
Cabinas Sol y Mar
Casa Buenavista
Casa del Mar
Casa Paraiso
El Pequeño Gecko Verde
Entre Dos Aguas
Flying Crocodile Lodge
Hideaway Hotel
Hotel Belvedere
Hotel Giada
Hotel Puerto Carrillo
Hotel Samara Inn
Hotel Sol Samara

La Mansión B & B
La Terrazza B & B
Las Brisas del Pacifico
Locanda Rooms / Apts
Lodge Las Ranas
Posada Matilori
Rancho de la Playa
Samara Pacific Lodge
Samara Palm Lodge
Samara Treehouse Inn
Tico Adventure Lodge
Villas Kalimba
Villas Pepitas
Villas Playa Samara

vacation rentals

Alta Vista Condominiums
Apartamentos Karmen
Bambula Inn Samara
Casa Caracol de Luna
Casa de la Playa
Casa de Las Palmas
Casa JR
Casa Simba

Casas Mango y Papaya
Exclusive Escapes Rentals
La Villa Blanca
Prado's del Sol
Samara Rentals
The Logan
Villas Boheme Chic
Villas del Mar

dining

Al Manglar
Casa Esmeralda
El Ancla
El Lagarto
Gusto Creativo Italiano

Il Vino
La Perla
La Vela Latina
Las Brasas
Tabanuco

tours & sports activities

Alexis Boat Tours
Carrillo Adventures
Carrillo Tours
Choco's Surf School

Pato Surf School
Samara Sport Fishing
Skynet Tours
Wingnuts Canopy Tours

real estate & homes

A Samara Property Company
Century 21 Vistas del Mar
Coldwell Banker Samara

OCIO Samara Condominiums
Rojas Construction

shops & services

BarbarArt
Costa Rica TEFL
El Farol Magico
Fabiola López

Froggies Video Lounge
Intercultura Language School
Lilliana Salon
Samara Security

In Samara or Carrillo you can spend your daytime hours relaxing on the beach, jumping in the waves, reading a book under the shade of the coconut palms or you can entertain yourself with a variety of activities like.

Horseback Riding ~ along the beach and scenic nature trails ~ Carrillo Tours ~ Carrillo Adventures ~ Skynet Tours

Boat Tours ~ A Must while in Samara - Whether you are an expert underwater swimmer or enjoy fishing or  want to view our beautiful coast and the blue ocean ... Alexis Boat Tours

Sport Fishing either from specialized deep sea motor launches ~  Samara Sport Fishing

Snorkelling at the coral reef in the midst of fantastically colorful tropical fish ... - Contact Skynet Tours for Snorkelling and Boat Tours.

Surf if you already know how to ride the waves or take some lesson with professional instructors at Choco's Surf School and Pato Surf School

Rent a Bike or a Scooter and discover the area. Contact Skynet Tours

Learn Spanish in Sámara. Intercultura Samara Language School offers intensive Spanish courses at our brand new campus overlooking the ocean, at beautiful Samara Beach. Students learn in interactive small groups with university credentialed professors. Cultural activities such as Latin dance, tours and family home stays provide total immersion in the Costa Rican culture.

Learn a career! Costa Rica TEFL offers a balanced program which focuses on key areas for being a successful English teacher: teaching methodologies, teaching techniques, learning styles, classroom management, classroom adaptation, culture in the classroom.

Yoga classes are offered daily from Monday to Thursday, and are given by local and international yoga practitioners. Contact Intercultura Spanish School.

Get in touch with your friends and family. Do not feel guilty if you are on holiday you can now easily contact your office and work from here. Write your blog or update your pictures right from Samara. Froggies Video Lounge and Skynet Tours offer Internet connection.

Wireless Internet Access is now available in many Hotels and Houses for rent in Samara Beach. Or just go to the beach and sit down in one of the Bar & Restaurant offering Wi-Fi service.

Rent a DVD. After an active day at the beach you can decide to have a quiet evening and enjoy a movie. Visit Froggies Video Lounge and find the latest DVD. Video games are also available.

Get Married! Samara has been chosen by many couples as a romantic place to get married.

Canopy Tours above the forest floor using a network of aerial trails and tree platforms. Its a new experience here in Santo Domingo, a few minutes from Samara - Wing Nuts Canopy Tours.

Bird Watching adventures with over 100 tropical species - adventures with over 100 tropical species. Carrillo Adventures ~ Carrillo Tours

Shopping for Souvenirs and Local Art, Original wooden and semi-precious jewellery, carved wooden objects, the famous Guaitil pottery and more...

Kayak are available at the beach for your enjoyment. Carrillo Adventures ~ Carrillo Tours

Discover Other Beaches close to Sámara.  Playa Carrillo with its graceful rows of coconut palms, Playa Barrigona, a hidden beach with white sand and wonderful white shells, Playa Camaronal and Playa Guiones for surf lovers, Playa Buenavista, a long deserted beach ... or looking for the falls and natural swimming pool in Punta Indio. Carrillo Adventures ~ Carrillo Tours

Ultra Light Tour, an unforgettable experience! You can also let us train you to be a UL pilot yourself.

Day Trips

Kindly contact Carrillo Adventures and Carrillo Tours to arrange any of these day trips.

Samara Beach is located at

35 minutes from Nicoya, the cultural and business capital of Guanacaste.

45 minutes from Ostional Refuge, famous for the nesting of turtles.

1 hour from Guaitil, an indigenous little town, where you can still witness some of the Indian culture that is left in Guanacaste province. Guaitil is famous for its pottery, and you can buy directly from the artisans.

1 hour from Playa Grande where Baula turtles ( 1,500 pounds) lay their eggs.

1 hour from Barra Honda National Park with its several caves that you can visit.

1 hour and 30 minutes from Palo Verde National Park with crocodiles in River Tempisque, and more than 250 species of birds.

1 hour and 30 minutes from Liberia, the white town rich of history and culture

1 hour and 30 minutes from Africa Mia ~ Natural Private reserve for and African Safari Wildlife Tour

2 hours from Santa Rosa National Park with 10 different natural habitats and an incredible variety of flora and fauna: 75 kinds of mammals, 260 species of birds, more than 2.000 kinds of butterflies ......  with 10 different natural habitats and an incredible variety of flora and fauna: 75 kinds of mammals, 260 species of birds, more than 2.000 kinds of butterflies ....

2 hours and 30 minutes from Monteverde Cloud Forest reserve with its rich and varied natural life.

2 hours and 30 minutes from Rincon de la Vieja National Park with its volcano, hot sulphur springs and geysers.

3 hours from Volcano and Lake Arenal with views that you will never forget ...

3 hours from Tabacon Springs where you can enjoy the Spa and Thermal Pools.

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.

You can reach us via email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

or tel 011-506-2656-1145.

http://www.thehideawayplayaSamara.com/

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.