Top Rated Resorts in Samara
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Valet parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Full body massage
- Pool with view
Guests who stay at the 3-star Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only Samara can park their car on site.
There is a sundeck and a picnic area that will make your stay a pleasant one.
Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Valet parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Full body massage
- Pool with view
Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only
Guests who stay at the 3-star Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only Samara can park their car on site.
There is a sundeck and a picnic area that will make your stay a pleasant one.
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Beach access
Samara Palm Lodge
- Valet parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Massage
- Outdoor swimming pool
Samara Palm Lodge hotel, located 2.1 km from Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, offers a year-round outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The hotel can arrange horse riding and fishing for its guests.
Samara Palm Lodge
- Valet parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Massage
- Outdoor swimming pool
Samara Palm Lodge
Samara Palm Lodge hotel, located 2.1 km from Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, offers a year-round outdoor swimming pool, Wi-Fi throughout the property.
The hotel can arrange horse riding and fishing for its guests.
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Beach access
The Hideaway Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
The 4-star smoke-free The Hideaway Hotel Samara, located about a 25-minute stroll from Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, offers an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Along with a sundeck and a shared lounge, guests can also enjoy horse riding tours as part of an exciting getaway. The Hideaway Samara is a perfect place to practise snorkelling, canyoning, and cycling.
The Hideaway Hotel
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
The Hideaway Hotel
The 4-star smoke-free The Hideaway Hotel Samara, located about a 25-minute stroll from Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, offers an outdoor swimming pool and Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Along with a sundeck and a shared lounge, guests can also enjoy horse riding tours as part of an exciting getaway. The Hideaway Samara is a perfect place to practise snorkelling, canyoning, and cycling.
Budget Resorts in Samara
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Top location
Hotel Dos Aguas Adults Only
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
The elegant Hotel Dos Aguas Adults Only Samara, located just 9 minutes on foot from Samara-Carrillo Info Center and 2.3 km from Malanoche Estuary, features a year-round outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This Samara hotel boasts views of the garden and offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Guests can also practiсe boating, hiking, and fishing organised by the accommodation.
Hotel Dos Aguas Adults Only
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
Hotel Dos Aguas Adults Only
The elegant Hotel Dos Aguas Adults Only Samara, located just 9 minutes on foot from Samara-Carrillo Info Center and 2.3 km from Malanoche Estuary, features a year-round outdoor swimming pool for guests to take a dip in. This Samara hotel boasts views of the garden and offers Wi-Fi in the rooms.
Guests can also practiсe boating, hiking, and fishing organised by the accommodation.
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Beach access
Spirit Of Jungle Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Located only 650 metres from Flying Crocodile, the 3-star Spirit Of Jungle Lodge Samara hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking.
This Samara hotel has an outdoor swimming pool. Those who want to get in shape, can practise diving, canoeing, and cycling.
Spirit Of Jungle Lodge
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Spirit Of Jungle Lodge
Located only 650 metres from Flying Crocodile, the 3-star Spirit Of Jungle Lodge Samara hotel offers Wi-Fi throughout the property and parking.
This Samara hotel has an outdoor swimming pool. Those who want to get in shape, can practise diving, canoeing, and cycling.
Las Perlitas Apartments Playa Samara
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
The comfortable 3-star Las Perlitas Apartments Playa Samara hotel provides proximity to Samara-Carrillo Info Center, which is located only 1.4 km away. Featuring rooms with views of the pool, this Samara hotel boasts a prime setting along with an outdoor swimming pool available onsite.
Las Perlitas Apartments Playa Samara
- Shared kitchen
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Outdoor swimming pool
Las Perlitas Apartments Playa Samara
The comfortable 3-star Las Perlitas Apartments Playa Samara hotel provides proximity to Samara-Carrillo Info Center, which is located only 1.4 km away. Featuring rooms with views of the pool, this Samara hotel boasts a prime setting along with an outdoor swimming pool available onsite.
Resorts in Samara for Couples
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Beach access
Nammbu Beach Front Bungalows
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Nammbu Beach Front Bungalows Samara hotel offers 63 rooms a 16-minute walk from La Selva Wildlife Refuge & Zoo. Guests will enjoy Wi-Fi throughout the property and an outdoor swimming pool on site.
Leisure facilities feature a sunbathing terrace and a shared lounge. Alternatively, guests can exercise in a fitness centre.
Nammbu Beach Front Bungalows
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Nammbu Beach Front Bungalows
Nammbu Beach Front Bungalows Samara hotel offers 63 rooms a 16-minute walk from La Selva Wildlife Refuge & Zoo. Guests will enjoy Wi-Fi throughout the property and an outdoor swimming pool on site.
Leisure facilities feature a sunbathing terrace and a shared lounge. Alternatively, guests can exercise in a fitness centre.
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Beach access
Azura Beach Resort (Adults Only)
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
The comfortable 5-star Azura Beach Resort Samara offers proximity to Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, situated just 1.9 km away. For active guests, horse riding tours are organised at the beachfront resort.
An outdoor swimming pool is featured onsite. Sports lovers will enjoy snorkelling, canyoning, and horseback riding.
Azura Beach Resort (Adults Only)
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Azura Beach Resort (Adults Only)
The comfortable 5-star Azura Beach Resort Samara offers proximity to Werner Sauter Biological Reserve, situated just 1.9 km away. For active guests, horse riding tours are organised at the beachfront resort.
An outdoor swimming pool is featured onsite. Sports lovers will enjoy snorkelling, canyoning, and horseback riding.
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort
- Kitchenette
- 24-hour security
- Hair dryer
- Bar/ Lounge area
The smoke-free Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort is rated 3 stars and comprises 53 rooms with homely comforts. While staying about 10 minutes by car from La Selva Wildlife Refuge & Zoo, guests can benefit from yoga classes, massage therapy, and a shared lounge.
A swimming pool is provided onsite this Samara hotel. Take part in diverse sports — snorkelling and kayaking and others.
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort
- Kitchenette
- 24-hour security
- Hair dryer
- Bar/ Lounge area
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort
The smoke-free Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort is rated 3 stars and comprises 53 rooms with homely comforts. While staying about 10 minutes by car from La Selva Wildlife Refuge & Zoo, guests can benefit from yoga classes, massage therapy, and a shared lounge.
A swimming pool is provided onsite this Samara hotel. Take part in diverse sports — snorkelling and kayaking and others.
Party Resorts in Samara
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Private beach
La Quebrada Eco Lodge Hotel Boutique
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Full body massage
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated 4.1 km from Flamingo, Costa Rica, the 5-star La Quebrada Eco Lodge Hotel Boutique Potrero features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and complimentary private parking on site. Boasting a prime location within reach of Potrero Beach, this elegant hotel includes an infinity pool.
This accommodation offers diving, boating, and fishing while car hire is also available.
La Quebrada Eco Lodge Hotel Boutique
- In-room breakfast
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Full body massage
- Outdoor swimming pool
La Quebrada Eco Lodge Hotel Boutique
Situated 4.1 km from Flamingo, Costa Rica, the 5-star La Quebrada Eco Lodge Hotel Boutique Potrero features Wi-Fi in the rooms, and complimentary private parking on site. Boasting a prime location within reach of Potrero Beach, this elegant hotel includes an infinity pool.
This accommodation offers diving, boating, and fishing while car hire is also available.
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Guest favorite
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Private beach
Hotel El Velero
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Pool with view
The 3-star beachfront Hotel El Velero Playa Hermosa is located within 5 minutes' walk of Playa Hermosa and comprises 20 rooms with modern comforts.
In order to relax, guests can dive into an outdoor swimming pool or have a head massage and a back massage. Other activities include snorkelling, diving, and hiking.
Hotel El Velero
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Entertainment
- Pool with view
Hotel El Velero
The 3-star beachfront Hotel El Velero Playa Hermosa is located within 5 minutes' walk of Playa Hermosa and comprises 20 rooms with modern comforts.
In order to relax, guests can dive into an outdoor swimming pool or have a head massage and a back massage. Other activities include snorkelling, diving, and hiking.
Conchal Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Situated merely a 6-minute walk from Brasilito Beach, the 4-star Conchal Hotel Brasilito boasts air-conditioned rooms overlooking the pool. Located 2.8 km from Villas La Paz, the hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool.
As leisure options, Conchal Hotel offers a sundeck, spa therapy, and a golf course. This Brasilito hotel offers a variety of sport activities including snorkelling, diving, and boating.
Conchal Hotel
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Outdoor swimming pool
Conchal Hotel
Situated merely a 6-minute walk from Brasilito Beach, the 4-star Conchal Hotel Brasilito boasts air-conditioned rooms overlooking the pool. Located 2.8 km from Villas La Paz, the hotel boasts an outdoor swimming pool.
As leisure options, Conchal Hotel offers a sundeck, spa therapy, and a golf course. This Brasilito hotel offers a variety of sport activities including snorkelling, diving, and boating.
Golf Resorts in Samara
Aves Resort Montezuma
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
The 4-star Aves Resort Montezuma offers access to Montezuma Bay, which is located nearly 5 minutes' drive away.
Aves Resort Montezuma
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Pool with view
Aves Resort Montezuma
The 4-star Aves Resort Montezuma offers access to Montezuma Bay, which is located nearly 5 minutes' drive away.
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Beach access
Hotel Esperanza
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
There is a currency exchange and a vending machine at the comfortable Hotel Esperanza Puerto Carrillo.
The Esperanza Puerto Carrillo also offers a hot tub and a picnic area for guests to enjoy their stay.
Hotel Esperanza
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Outdoor swimming pool
Hotel Esperanza
There is a currency exchange and a vending machine at the comfortable Hotel Esperanza Puerto Carrillo.
The Esperanza Puerto Carrillo also offers a hot tub and a picnic area for guests to enjoy their stay.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Rooftop pool
The 4-star Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey Tamarindo, situated only 0.9 km from Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica, offers a rooftop pool as well as a fitness centre. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tamarindo, including Con Mucho Gusto, which is just a 9-minute walk away.
Bike hire is available at the Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey and the area is popular for snorkelling, diving, and surfing. You can try fishing and snorkelling at the property.
Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey
- Restaurant
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Rooftop pool
Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey
The 4-star Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey Tamarindo, situated only 0.9 km from Tamarindo Beach Costa Rica, offers a rooftop pool as well as a fitness centre. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Tamarindo, including Con Mucho Gusto, which is just a 9-minute walk away.
Bike hire is available at the Maravida Social Hotel By Crazy Monkey and the area is popular for snorkelling, diving, and surfing. You can try fishing and snorkelling at the property.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Resorts in Samara, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only |
9.7 / 10 (395 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
| Samara Palm Lodge |
9.4 / 10 (175 Reviews) |
From 64$ | |
| The Hideaway Hotel |
9.0 / 10 (343 Reviews) |
From 89$ | |
| Hotel Dos Aguas Adults Only |
9.1 / 10 (223 Reviews) |
From 80$ | |
| Spirit Of Jungle Lodge |
8.7 / 10 (377 Reviews) |
From 70$ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What 5-star hotels near Tamarindo Beach offer beach access?
Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort is just a short walk from Tamarindo Beach, providing guests with beachfront access and all-inclusive amenities. This hotel appeals to families and couples, ensuring a relaxing vacation by the sea.
Visit during the off-season from May to November for lower rates and fewer crowds at local attractions.
Which 5-star hotels in Samara are excellent for family vacations?
Nammbu Beach Front Bungalows and Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort both cater to families with spacious accommodations and pools. These hotels offer kid-friendly activities and easy access to local beaches.
Book family suites well in advance during summer and winter holidays to secure the best options for larger groups.
Are there any 5-star hotels with pools near Samara Beach?
The Hideaway Hotel features an outdoor pool located just 100 meters from Samara Beach. It combines relaxation with easy access to aquatic fun, making it ideal for water lovers.
For a quieter experience, visit the pool area early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid peak hours.
Which 5-star resorts near Samara provide wellness facilities?
Azura Beach Resort (Adults Only) offers wellness amenities and spa services, focusing on comprehensive relaxation for guests. The resort creates a serene atmosphere, perfect for rejuvenation.
Take advantage of spa packages offered during weekdays for discounts and special treatments.
What 5-star hotels in Samara are near local landmarks?
Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only is conveniently located near Carrillo Beach and Parque Samara. Couples can enjoy scenic landscapes and nearby restaurants for dining.
Plan beach walks in the morning when temperatures are cooler to make the most of your visits to nearby attractions.
Are there romantic 5-star hotels in Samara for couples?
Hotel Casa Buenavista - Adults Only provides an adults-only atmosphere with private terraces and spa services. It is suited for couples looking to unwind together.
Request a room with garden views to enhance your romantic experience during your stay.
Which 5-star hotels in Samara offer outdoor dining experiences?
Azura Beach Resort (Adults Only) and Villas Playa Samara Beach Front All Inclusive Resort both feature on-site restaurants with outdoor seating options, allowing guests to enjoy meals with ocean views.
Reserve a table for sunset, as it provides a beautiful backdrop for a dining experience with stunning views.
What unique cultural activities can I experience in Samara?
Samara hosts many cultural events, including local art fairs and traditional music festivals, often taking place during the dry season from December to April. These events provide a glimpse into Costa Rican culture.
Check local event calendars for specific dates and consider attending the Samara Beach Festival in January for vibrant performances.
How can I get around Samara efficiently?
Walking is a common and easy way to explore Samara, given its compact layout. Taxi services and bicycle rentals are also available, providing alternatives for getting to further attractions.
Rent a bicycle from local shops around the beach area to explore at your own pace, especially during the cooler morning hours.
What are the best local restaurants near 5-star hotels in Samara?
Nearby restaurants like The Crazy Monkey Bar and Arrecife at Villas Playa Samara offer delicious local cuisine with vibrant atmospheres. Enjoy fresh seafood and traditional dishes while overlooking the ocean.
Visit The Crazy Monkey Bar during happy hour, which offers discounts on drinks and appetizers every evening from 5 pm to 7 pm.