Located near Samara Beach, Pension Playa Samara is your haven. Savor local flavors at breakfast and enjoy the poolside bar or lush garden. Connect to in-room WiFi, park with ease, and take advantage of an area shuttle during your stay.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Free parking
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Outdoor pool
Pool bar
Room service
Area shuttle
Coffee/tea in a common area
Air conditioning
Garden
Front-desk safe
Multilingual staff
Concierge services
Feel at home (6)
Separate bedroom
Separate sitting area
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Free self parking
Outdoor swimming pools
Room options
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75m Oeste Casa Paraiso, Playa Samara, Sámara, Guanecaste, 5655
What's nearby
Samara Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Carrillo Beach - 11 min drive - 6.4 km
Buena Vista Beach - 13 min drive - 7.8 km
Playa Barrigona - 13 min drive - 8.5 km
Garza Beach - 20 min drive - 16.9 km
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
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Hotel size
14 rooms
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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
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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
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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
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
DONE
Off-site
Area shuttle*
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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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
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.
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Pension Playa Samara Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Beach
Breakfast
Service staff
Restaurant
Towns
Location
Value
Walking
Ambience
Air conditioning
What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, tasty, and filling, with many guests enjoying the included meal. (16 reviews)
The property is conveniently located just a short walk from the beautiful beach. (8 reviews)
The pool was clean, refreshing, and a great place to relax. (7 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
5 February 2025
The location was perfect, the breakfast was good, the olace was beautiful with the pool, the employees gave us a recommandation for a restaurant and it was a good experience.
Nathalie
Nathalie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 January 2025
A hidden gem the best place to stay in Samara Thank you Katie & Family ❤️🎁❤️
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 February 2025
It was a quaint place. Nice pool. Great breakfast, the airconditioning works PLUS there were hot showers
Mary
Mary, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 January 2025
This is a lovely place to stay . Thank you Katie and Family
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
27 January 2025
Staff was helpful & friendly, the breakfasts hardy & delicious, room with a/c much appreciated. Location 1 minute walk to beach, restaurants, & grocery store. A great value
Cynthia
Cynthia, 14-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2024
An easy walk to the beach for morning swims, good restaurant recommendations and good breakfasts.
We enjoyed!!!
Rebecca
Rebecca, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
31 January 2025
Price is great, breakfast was awesome. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Pool was also great. Atmosphere was excellent. Would definitely stay here again. 9 out of 10.
William
William, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 January 2025
Exactly what I was looking for!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 January 2025
Great location to everything especially the beautiful beach. Yet nice and private. Pool was clean and refreshing. Good tunes and excellent breakfast! Would definitely recommend!
Cathy
Cathy, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
15 March 2023
Great Breakfast, walking distance to beach and town, great pool and simple rooms.
Aiyana
Aiyana, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 December 2024
Wonderful service
April
April, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
20 January 2024
Simple, family-friendly option very close to the beach, with decent wifi and breakfast included.
Nathaniel
Nathaniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 December 2024
The hotel is in the quieter side of Samara, yet close to the beach and to restaurants. It has a casual atmosphere. The weekly market is directly behind the hotel, a grocery store is a block away and there’s a great soda(Mister Warners) and seafood restaurant (Malibu) less than a 2 minute walk away.
gloria
gloria, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 December 2024
Connor’s positive review.
I thought the price was outstanding considering the great value that was provided.
Connor
Connor, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
3 January 2025
The place is ok - it is fairly close to the beach. Make sure to note that it is a two star hotel - so make sure your expectations are 2 star. The shower worked fine and the bed was comfortable. The staff were nice. Also Samara beach is not bad - but this is NOT a must visit destination
dan
dan, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 February 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
10/10 Exceptional
11 April 2023
Great stock fun place and good locations
Ector
Ector, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 December 2022
Good location. Beautiful town and beaches.
Eugene
10/10 Exceptional
23 November 2024
Nice basic room. Good ac.
Friendly helpful staff.
Good breakfast. Many rooms share a bathroom. They could use another to decrease traffic.
Jayson
Jayson, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 March 2024
The staff were very helpful and treated my son and I like we were family.
Luke
Luke, 10-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 November 2024
It is perfectly acceptable for shorter stays. A long term stay would be challenging.
Bryan
Bryan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
5 March 2023
We loved this hotel. The staff was amazing, the room had AC, the breakfast was delicious. We would highly recommend this location to young couples or relaxed travellers!
Katie
Katie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 June 2024
Parking right out front. Staff was very friendly and willing to help with any questions.
Justin
Justin, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 April 2023
We liked the staff and the breakfast the most the shared bathroom was good and not used by other people very often.