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Pension Playa Samara

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Samara Beach

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Outdoor pool
Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen | Private kitchen
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$80
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

Explore the area

Map
75m Oeste Casa Paraiso, Playa Samara, Sámara, Guanecaste, 5655
  • Samara Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Sámara

At Pension Playa Samara, you'll be 0.5 km (0.3 mi) from Samara Beach and 5.7 km (3.6 mi) from Carrillo Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast (local cuisine), an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own poolside bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Sámara hotel include Nosara Spanish Institute and Safari Surf School.

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 27 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 31 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Nosara Beach - 60 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 136 min drive

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

Hotel with free breakfast, a short walk to Samara Beach
You can enjoy a drink at the pool bar. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Pension Playa Samara. Free self parking is available.

This Sámara hotel is smoke free.

  • 14 guestrooms or units
  • Local cuisine
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Pension Playa Samara offers 14 air-conditioned accommodations, with a ceiling fan. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and cash.

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Pension Playa Samara?

Pension Playa Samara offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pension Playa Samara?

As of 29 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pension Playa Samara on 1 Apr 2025 start from AU$80.17, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pension Playa Samara?

Yep, Pension Playa Samara has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Pension Playa Samara?

Yep, Pension Playa Samara is a short 6-minute walk from Samara Beach.

Does Pension Playa Samara have a pool?

Pension Playa Samara has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar.

Does Pension Playa Samara serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pension Playa Samara?

No, Pension Playa Samara does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pension Playa Samara?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Pension Playa Samara?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Pension Playa Samara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 39 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 143 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Connor’s positive review.
I thought the price was outstanding considering the great value that was provided.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely inexpensive place to stay in Samara. It is only a block away from the beach and close to everything, but quiet and safe. Breakfast is included, which is convenient. Ryan was very helpful in answering all our questions and finding information for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An easy walk to the beach for morning swims, good restaurant recommendations and good breakfasts. We enjoyed!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jayson

Liked: Amenities
Nice basic room. Good ac. Friendly helpful staff. Good breakfast. Many rooms share a bathroom. They could use another to decrease traffic.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Vance

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yup
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It is perfectly acceptable for shorter stays. A long term stay would be challenging.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking right out front. Staff was very friendly and willing to help with any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were very helpful and treated my son and I like we were family.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vidas

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederic

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Warren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Lovely spot great service thank you Katie
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024