Pension Playa Samara
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About this property
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Getting to nearby attractions is...
Amenities
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area. Getting to nearby attractions is a breeze with the area shuttle (surcharge).
Business amenities
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 air-conditioned guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and ceiling fans, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Location
With a stay at Pension Playa Samara in Sámara, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach. This hotel is 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from Buena Vista Beach and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Playa Barrigona.
What's nearby
Samara Beach(0.3 Miles)
Carrillo Beach(3.6 Miles)
Buena Vista Beach(6.9 Miles)
Playa Barrigona(7.6 Miles)
Playa Barco Quebrado(8 Miles)
Playa Camaronal(9.3 Miles)
Nosara Beach(11.2 Miles)
Playa Islita(12.4 Miles)
Garza Beach(12.7 Miles)
Nosara Spanish Institute(12.8 Miles)
Safari Surf School(13.9 Miles)
Frog Pad(14.2 Miles)
Guiones Beach(14.5 Miles)
Nosara Biological Reserve(15.7 Miles)
Playa Bejuco(18.4 Miles)
Nosara (NOB)(20.1 Miles)
Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)(66.9 Miles)
Free wi-fi
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Garden
Picnic area/Tables
Luggage storage
Location
75m Oeste Casa Paraiso, Playa Samara, Sámara, Costa Rica
Samara Beach (0.3 Miles)
Carrillo Beach (3.6 Miles)
Buena Vista Beach (6.9 Miles)
Playa Barrigona (7.6 Miles)
Playa Barco Quebrado (8 Miles)
Playa Camaronal (9.3 Miles)
Room options
3
Deluxe Triple Room, Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
323 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
3
Superior Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
5
Economy Double Room, Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
161 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
3
Economy Triple Room, Multiple Beds, Shared Bathroom
Room details
1 Double Bed
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 3
215 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
4
Quadruple Room, Private Bathroom
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
323 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Living Room
3
Premium Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen
Room details
1 Double Bed
Sleeps 2
323 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
4
Premium Apartment, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen
Room details
2 Double Beds
and 1 Single Bed
Sleeps 5
484 ft²
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Kitchen
Guest reviews of Pension Playa Samara
9
Superb
Based on 161 verified reviews
What guests think
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At Pension Playa Samara, travelers highlight strong value for money, a laid‑back vibe, and a walkable location near the beach and town, with many praising friendly staff and the included breakfast alongside a pleasant pool and common areas.
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What guests think
At Pension Playa Samara, travelers highlight strong value for money, a laid‑back vibe, and a walkable location near the beach and town, with many praising friendly staff and the included breakfast alongside a pleasant pool and common areas.
Rooms are basic or rustic, some small, with effective AC in several; noise from upstairs or thin walls appears in a few reviews, and occasional issues like worn beds or missing TVs are mentioned. Cleanliness feedback is mixed: many note clean rooms and bathrooms, but others cite smelly common areas and inconsistent upkeep of shared bathrooms or the kitchen. Overall, expect a simple, budget-friendly stay with warm service and modest comforts.
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Facilities
Guests like the pool and common areas, though a few found the pool cloudy or unclean. Some mention easy parking and note the shared kitchen needs better equipment and upkeep.
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Sophie
20 Feb 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
Linda
18 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 8 nights
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
4
Andres
31 Jan 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
10
Cathy
8 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
6
joanna
18 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
El sitio normal, elegimos la opción de habitación triple con aire acondicionado. Muy sencilla, creo que le falta mantenimiento al lugar en general. La cocina estaba mal equipada y le faltaba bastante higiene. Tienen una piscina muy bonita y el personal fue muy amable y nos ayudó en resolver las dudas que planteamos.
El sitio normal, elegimos la opción de habitación triple con aire acondicionado. Muy sencilla, creo que le falta mantenimiento al lugar en general. La cocina estaba mal equipada y le faltaba bastante higiene. Tienen una piscina muy bonita y el personal fue muy amable y nos ayudó en resolver las dudas que planteamos.
4
Andrew
12 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Location and price were good but everything else needs improvement. We booked based on positive reviews but didn’t enjoy many things. The room was tiny, with shared bathroom. No soap in bathroom. Dirty pool. Smelly common areas. Basic breakfast. Slow internet. Congo monkeys were a surprise.
Location and price were good but everything else needs improvement. We booked based on positive reviews but didn’t enjoy many things. The room was tiny, with shared bathroom. No soap in bathroom. Dirty pool. Smelly common areas. Basic breakfast. Slow internet. Congo monkeys were a surprise.
10
François
28 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Très bon rapport qualité prix Bon déjeuner Café thé a toute heure gratuit Belle piscine Personnel serviable Près de l'océan A recommander
Très bon rapport qualité prix Bon déjeuner Café thé a toute heure gratuit Belle piscine Personnel serviable Près de l'océan A recommander
10
David
20 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Louise
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Justin
23 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Parking right out front. Staff was very friendly and willing to help with any questions.
Parking right out front. Staff was very friendly and willing to help with any questions.
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Cleanliness
Feedback is mixed: several describe clean rooms and bathrooms, while others report smelly common areas and inconsistent cleaning of shared bathrooms and the kitchen.
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Itzaxo
24 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Super friendly front desk staff. Property is a little older but our room was clean and cozy. Nice chill/laid back vibe.
Super friendly front desk staff. Property is a little older but our room was clean and cozy. Nice chill/laid back vibe.
10
Linda
18 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 8 nights
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
10
Zhechka C
27 Dec 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
6
Svetlana
14 Jun 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
Deseable que el baño compartido, tenga limpieza de ducha despues de uso de los huespedes de 4 habitaciones y que personal de servio no use mismo. Asi como los huspedes no dejen sus articulos de higiene personal en dispositivos de la ducha. La pagina de reserva que utilize tenia fotos no acordes a la habitacion y no indicaba que baño es compartido. Habitacion poco ventilada y muy humeda. Desayuno no es mejor, un miembro de la familia resulto intoxicado, se puede mejorar. Area comunes y piscina agradables
Deseable que el baño compartido, tenga limpieza de ducha despues de uso de los huespedes de 4 habitaciones y que personal de servio no use mismo. Asi como los huspedes no dejen sus articulos de higiene personal en dispositivos de la ducha. La pagina de reserva que utilize tenia fotos no acordes a la habitacion y no indicaba que baño es compartido. Habitacion poco ventilada y muy humeda. Desayuno no es mejor, un miembro de la familia resulto intoxicado, se puede mejorar. Area comunes y piscina agradables
4
Andres
31 Jan 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
10
Stephen
22 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Really enjoyed it here! Nice straightforward rooms with clean bathrooms. Tasty breakfast. Friendly atmosphere.
Really enjoyed it here! Nice straightforward rooms with clean bathrooms. Tasty breakfast. Friendly atmosphere.
8
Sandra
30 Dec 2022
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The place is charming and rooms clean and comfortable, but modest. The staff are cheerful and sweet. Breakfast is great. The pool is mighty refreshing. The location is perfect, both central and quiet.
The place is charming and rooms clean and comfortable, but modest. The staff are cheerful and sweet. Breakfast is great. The pool is mighty refreshing. The location is perfect, both central and quiet.
6
joanna
18 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
El sitio normal, elegimos la opción de habitación triple con aire acondicionado. Muy sencilla, creo que le falta mantenimiento al lugar en general. La cocina estaba mal equipada y le faltaba bastante higiene. Tienen una piscina muy bonita y el personal fue muy amable y nos ayudó en resolver las dudas que planteamos.
El sitio normal, elegimos la opción de habitación triple con aire acondicionado. Muy sencilla, creo que le falta mantenimiento al lugar en general. La cocina estaba mal equipada y le faltaba bastante higiene. Tienen una piscina muy bonita y el personal fue muy amable y nos ayudó en resolver las dudas que planteamos.
10
Alain
1 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Endroit très bien . Et près de la plage et commerces. Très simple mais propre.
Endroit très bien . Et près de la plage et commerces. Très simple mais propre.
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Andrew
12 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Location and price were good but everything else needs improvement. We booked based on positive reviews but didn’t enjoy many things. The room was tiny, with shared bathroom. No soap in bathroom. Dirty pool. Smelly common areas. Basic breakfast. Slow internet. Congo monkeys were a surprise.
Location and price were good but everything else needs improvement. We booked based on positive reviews but didn’t enjoy many things. The room was tiny, with shared bathroom. No soap in bathroom. Dirty pool. Smelly common areas. Basic breakfast. Slow internet. Congo monkeys were a surprise.
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Rooms
Rooms are basic or rustic; some are small, while others note effective AC and comfortable beds. A few mention noise from upstairs or thin walls and occasional issues like worn beds, missing TVs, or limited door security.
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Nathaniel
20 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Simple, family-friendly option very close to the beach, with decent wifi and breakfast included.
Simple, family-friendly option very close to the beach, with decent wifi and breakfast included.
8
Sophie
20 Feb 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
Linda
18 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 8 nights
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
10
Zhechka C
27 Dec 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
6
dan
3 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
Michael
8 Jul 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Had a great time at Pension Playa Samara. The accommodations was very comfortable and the beds were great. The hotel is one block from the beach with awesome restaurants all in walking distance.
Had a great time at Pension Playa Samara. The accommodations was very comfortable and the beds were great. The hotel is one block from the beach with awesome restaurants all in walking distance.
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Andrew
12 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
Location and price were good but everything else needs improvement. We booked based on positive reviews but didn’t enjoy many things. The room was tiny, with shared bathroom. No soap in bathroom. Dirty pool. Smelly common areas. Basic breakfast. Slow internet. Congo monkeys were a surprise.
Location and price were good but everything else needs improvement. We booked based on positive reviews but didn’t enjoy many things. The room was tiny, with shared bathroom. No soap in bathroom. Dirty pool. Smelly common areas. Basic breakfast. Slow internet. Congo monkeys were a surprise.
10
Jayson
23 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Nice basic room. Good ac. Friendly helpful staff. Good breakfast. Many rooms share a bathroom. They could use another to decrease traffic.
Nice basic room. Good ac. Friendly helpful staff. Good breakfast. Many rooms share a bathroom. They could use another to decrease traffic.
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Michael
21 Dec 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Louise
10 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and welcoming, with staff assisting with information and bookings. One review reported poor attention.
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wayne
11 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,367 nights
Very good value..laid back and comfortable. Great staff.
Very good value..laid back and comfortable. Great staff.
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Itzaxo
24 Jan 2023
·
Stayed 1 night
Super friendly front desk staff. Property is a little older but our room was clean and cozy. Nice chill/laid back vibe.
Super friendly front desk staff. Property is a little older but our room was clean and cozy. Nice chill/laid back vibe.
10
Linda
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
10
Neil
4 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Andres
31 Jan 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
10
gloria
20 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
Luke
28 Mar 2024
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Stayed 10 nights
The staff were very helpful and treated my son and I like we were family.
The staff were very helpful and treated my son and I like we were family.
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April
9 Dec 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Wonderful service
Wonderful service
10
François
28 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Très bon rapport qualité prix Bon déjeuner Café thé a toute heure gratuit Belle piscine Personnel serviable Près de l'océan A recommander
Très bon rapport qualité prix Bon déjeuner Café thé a toute heure gratuit Belle piscine Personnel serviable Près de l'océan A recommander
10
David
20 Apr 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Location
Consistently praised for being a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops, and often described as central yet quiet.
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Jean-Charles
20 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Au plus près de la plage …pour un rapport qualité prix excellent
Au plus près de la plage …pour un rapport qualité prix excellent
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Zhechka C
27 Dec 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
6
dan
3 Jan 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
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
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
10
Michael
8 Jul 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a great time at Pension Playa Samara. The accommodations was very comfortable and the beds were great. The hotel is one block from the beach with awesome restaurants all in walking distance.
Had a great time at Pension Playa Samara. The accommodations was very comfortable and the beds were great. The hotel is one block from the beach with awesome restaurants all in walking distance.
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Cathy
8 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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gloria
24 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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.
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.
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Sandra
30 Dec 2022
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The place is charming and rooms clean and comfortable, but modest. The staff are cheerful and sweet. Breakfast is great. The pool is mighty refreshing. The location is perfect, both central and quiet.
The place is charming and rooms clean and comfortable, but modest. The staff are cheerful and sweet. Breakfast is great. The pool is mighty refreshing. The location is perfect, both central and quiet.
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josiane
8 Feb 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Accueil très agréable, hôtel très proche de la plage.
Accueil très agréable, hôtel très proche de la plage.
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Andrew
3 Feb 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
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.
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.
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David
20 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Dining
Breakfast is included and generally considered tasty or satisfying, though options can be simple or limited. Several appreciate free coffee or tea throughout the day, while one guest reported a poor experience.
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Courtney
1 May 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Katie
5 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Ruby Wanda
9 Dec 2023
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Stayed 10 nights
The hotel has basic accommodations, but the staff was excellent especially Keidy and Juan. Lots of excursions to choose from which can be booked from the hotel. The breakfast was tasty and helped start the day right. Just a five minute walk from the beach and close to many restaurants. Restaurants are pricey, but there are lots of choices. A pizza will run you $20 USD. Will definitely be back.
The hotel has basic accommodations, but the staff was excellent especially Keidy and Juan. Lots of excursions to choose from which can be booked from the hotel. The breakfast was tasty and helped start the day right. Just a five minute walk from the beach and close to many restaurants. Restaurants are pricey, but there are lots of choices. A pizza will run you $20 USD. Will definitely be back.
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Linda
18 Feb 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
All employees great. Two choices of breakfast. Pool seemed to be cloudy so didnt swim in it. Close to beach. Beds need to be replaced as one of our beds was just springs. Good water pressure and hot water It is old and needs some updates but for value, it is a good deal. TV was not in room. Seemed to be missing. If you are in a bottom unit and there are units above, it is noisy with people thumping on the ground. Wooden structure mostly. Everyone very friendly. Would stay again. Just on no one above.
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Svetlana
14 Jun 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Deseable que el baño compartido, tenga limpieza de ducha despues de uso de los huespedes de 4 habitaciones y que personal de servio no use mismo. Asi como los huspedes no dejen sus articulos de higiene personal en dispositivos de la ducha. La pagina de reserva que utilize tenia fotos no acordes a la habitacion y no indicaba que baño es compartido. Habitacion poco ventilada y muy humeda. Desayuno no es mejor, un miembro de la familia resulto intoxicado, se puede mejorar. Area comunes y piscina agradables
Deseable que el baño compartido, tenga limpieza de ducha despues de uso de los huespedes de 4 habitaciones y que personal de servio no use mismo. Asi como los huspedes no dejen sus articulos de higiene personal en dispositivos de la ducha. La pagina de reserva que utilize tenia fotos no acordes a la habitacion y no indicaba que baño es compartido. Habitacion poco ventilada y muy humeda. Desayuno no es mejor, un miembro de la familia resulto intoxicado, se puede mejorar. Area comunes y piscina agradables
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Cathy
8 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Stephen
22 Jan 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Really enjoyed it here! Nice straightforward rooms with clean bathrooms. Tasty breakfast. Friendly atmosphere.
Really enjoyed it here! Nice straightforward rooms with clean bathrooms. Tasty breakfast. Friendly atmosphere.
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François
28 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Très bon rapport qualité prix Bon déjeuner Café thé a toute heure gratuit Belle piscine Personnel serviable Près de l'océan A recommander
Très bon rapport qualité prix Bon déjeuner Café thé a toute heure gratuit Belle piscine Personnel serviable Près de l'océan A recommander
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Rachèle
8 Jul 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
C’est un bel endroit tranquille et abordable. Le personnel est très gentil. Le petit déjeuner inclus est un moment de bonheur à chaque matin. Café gratuit disponible toute la journée. Petit service de bar et autres boissons sur place. Environ 5 min à pied de la plage et de presque tous les restos et commerces.
C’est un bel endroit tranquille et abordable. Le personnel est très gentil. Le petit déjeuner inclus est un moment de bonheur à chaque matin. Café gratuit disponible toute la journée. Petit service de bar et autres boissons sur place. Environ 5 min à pied de la plage et de presque tous les restos et commerces.
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David
20 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Katie
5 Mar 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
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!
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!
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Itzaxo
24 Jan 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Super friendly front desk staff. Property is a little older but our room was clean and cozy. Nice chill/laid back vibe.
Super friendly front desk staff. Property is a little older but our room was clean and cozy. Nice chill/laid back vibe.
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josiane
8 Feb 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Accueil très agréable, hôtel très proche de la plage.
Accueil très agréable, hôtel très proche de la plage.
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Andres
31 Jan 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
Reserve 2 cabinas con el mismo precio pero una tenía televisión y la otra no,una era súper pequeña y la otra más cómoda La atención muy Mala y la cocina compartida realmente en abandono sin utensilios ,al lugar no le invierten solo quieren sacarle sin invertir a ser un lugar más agradable
FAQs about Pension Playa Samara
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary local cuisine breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including step-free entrances and accessible facilities in public areas.
What is the location like in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located 0.5 km from Samara Beach and 5.7 km from Carrillo Beach, with easy access to various attractions in the area.
Does the property have a swimming pool?
Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available for guests.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
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The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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
Popular amenities
Free wi-fi
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Garden
Picnic area/Tables
Luggage storage
Services
Multilingual staff
Safe-deposit box
Luggage storage
Concierge Services
Front Desk (limited hours)
Tours/Ticket Assistance
Internet
Free wi-fi
Activities
Garden
General
Picnic area/Tables
Free breakfast
Coffee/Tea in Common Areas
Smoke-Free Property
Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
Parking
Area Shuttle (surcharge)
Parking (Self) (free)