75m Oeste Casa Paraiso, Playa Samara, Sámara, Guanecaste, 5655
What's nearby
Samara Beach - 6 min walk
Carrillo Beach - 10 min drive
Buena Vista Beach - 27 min drive
Playa Barrigona - 31 min drive
Nosara Beach - 60 min drive
Getting around
Nosara (NOB) - 67 min drive
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 136 min drive
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Las Olas Beach Club - 14 min walk
Gusto Beach Bar - 4 min walk
Malehu - 11 min walk
Coco's Mexican Restaurant - 5 min walk
Microbar - 4 min walk
About this property
Pension Playa Samara
Pension Playa Samara offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Samara Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the pool bar. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 4 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
Poolside bar
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
Beach nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
An outdoor pool
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate sitting area
Freshen up
Soap
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Area shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Also known as
Pension Playa Samara Hotel
Pension Playa Hotel
Pension Playa
Pension Playa Samara Hotel
Pension Playa Samara Sámara
Pension Playa Samara Hotel Sámara
Frequently asked questions
Does Pension Playa Samara offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Pension Playa Samara does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Pension Playa Samara?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Pension Playa Samara?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Pension Playa Samara?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Pension Playa Samara?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Pension Playa Samara and nearby?
Pension Playa Samara has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.
What's the area around Pension Playa Samara like?
Pension Playa Samara is located a short 6-minute walk from Samara Beach.
Pension Playa Samara Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2024
Parking right out front. Staff was very friendly and willing to help with any questions.
Justin
Justin, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jun 2024
Would stay here again
The staff were very friendly. We enjoyed the free tea and coffee and the breakfast was filling.
The air conditioning in the room chilled.it quickly.
Only concern was that the building work on it started early in the morning.
From an 8 year old: I loved the pool so much.
Louise
Louise, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
25 May 2024
Jimmy
Jimmy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 May 2024
Rustic perfection
What a bargain. Super friendly staff, nice pool, and close to the beach. Breakfast tipico was great. We felt safe and welcome. Our room was…. Rustic. But it got the job done.
Courtney
Courtney, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Apr 2024
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great basic breakfast included. Comfortable and tranquil place. Nice pool area. One minute walk to grocery store and two minute walk to the beach.
David
David, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Apr 2024
Excellent value. Staff very friendly and helpful.
Apologetic for construction to repair apparent storm damage. Will definitely be coming back to stay again for a longer stretch. Very close to beach and downtown.
Neil
Neil, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Apr 2024
Deborah
Deborah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Mar 2024
The staff were very helpful and treated my son and I like we were family.
Luke
Luke, 10-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Mar 2024
Vidas
Vidas, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
2 Mar 2024
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Joseph
Joseph, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
20 Feb 2024
Nice stay close to town and beach
Decent place to stay for a couple of nights a short walk to the beach and town
Good breakfast included and nice to have complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
Really nice pool area also
Room was basic but fine
Sophie
Sophie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Feb 2024
Frederic
Frederic, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2024
Nice breakfast with help-yourself coffee. Super staff. Peaceful central gathering area and pool. Perfect location surrounded by plenty of dining, beach, grocery, tour, misc options. Had a wonderful time!
Warren
Warren, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2024
Lovely spot great service thank you Katie
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2024
Pension Playa Sámara is wonderful! Low-key, a short walk from town center and the beach. Well-run and welcoming. Not fancy but definitely pura vida.
Andrew
Andrew, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jan 2024
Kurtis
Kurtis, 8-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 Jan 2024
Jena
Jena, 14-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
20 Jan 2024
Simple, family-friendly option very close to the beach, with decent wifi and breakfast included.
Nathaniel
Nathaniel, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2024
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2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 Jan 2024
Tina
Tina, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan 2024
Endroit très bien .
Et près de la plage et commerces.
Très simple mais propre.
Alain
Alain, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 Dec 2023
Sabri
Sabri, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 Dec 2023
This hotel was very basic but very nice and served the purpose for the price. The rooms were big and clean. There was hot water, which we found out was not common everywhere in Costa Rica. The property was beautiful and the staff was very nice and accommodating. I needed a hair dryer and the girl at the reception gave me hers to use. That was super nice! We asked for blankets since it got chilly with the AC and they provided us with them. Anything we needed and asked for was given to us! Breakfast options were limited but delicious, so no complains there. The hotel was only a block away from the beach and we walked everywhere. Overall, we had very good experience and were glad we stayed there!
Zhechka C
Zhechka C, 2-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
6/10 Good
21 Dec 2023
Chilled out spot popular with Ticos easy 5 min walk from the beach. Made up of private accommodations but definitely has more of a hostel vibe. Rooms are pretty rustic with thin walls and shades on only some of the windows. Door lacked a deadbolt. Only had a twist lock on the knob so didn’t feel terribly secure. Staff were friendly. Street parking is easy and there is an excellent restaurant right around the corner with solid breakfast and dinner options.