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Hostel Samara

1.5 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Samara Beach

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom
Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View
Terrace/patio
Reception
Fridge, microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar

Explore the area

Map
100mts Este del banco Nacional, Sámara, Guanacaste
  • Samara Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • La Selva
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Fan
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Fridge
Fan
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Microwave
Shared/communal kitchen
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Oven
  • City view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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About the area

Sámara

At Hostel Samara, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Samara Beach and 6.1 km (3.8 mi) from Carrillo Beach. Highlights at this hostel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .This smoke-free hostel offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include spa services, laundry facilities and a fridge in a common area. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Sámara hostel include Buena Vista Beach and Nosara Spanish Institute.
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What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 3 min walk
  • Carrillo Beach - 13 min drive
  • Buena Vista Beach - 22 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona - 30 min drive
  • Guiones Beach - 51 min drive

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malehu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hostel Samara

Hostel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Samara Beach
There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, spa services, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hostel Samara.

This Sámara hostel is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Fridge in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Locker space
  • Dining venue
Hostel Samara offers 3 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 3:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 130 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit 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. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hostel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 3 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hostel Samara Sámara
Hostel Samara Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Hostel Samara Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Sámara

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hostel Samara?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Hostel Samara?

As of 24 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hostel Samara on 9 Mar 2025 start from NZ$115.14, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Hostel Samara?

Yep, Hostel Samara is a short 3-minute walk from Samara Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling.

Is there a spa on site at Hostel Samara?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like beachside massages.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hostel Samara?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hostel Samara?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Hostel Samara's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hostel Samara?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hostel Samara?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hostel Samara Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
This was our last stop on a week long trip and couldn’t have had a better experience. The staff was amazing helping us with finding good restaurants to eat at as well as activities to do in Samara. The rooms were clean and the AC was an added bonus. The facility felt safe and the restaurant below was a great place to eat at.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely property for a great price. We really enjoyed having a private room and bathroom with AC (it gets very hot and humid) for three people for a very reasonable price, while having the option to use kitchen and have/make your own food, and interact with other people in common spaces. Best of both worlds for hotel and hostel style. The staff were so friendly and attentive, and the spaces were very clean. It is also in a great location, would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best place in Samara :)
Amazing! Exactly what I was looking for! I booked for the weekend and keep extending because everything has been so lovely I don't want to leave. Super clean, safe, and affordable and the kindest Ticos taking care of you during your stay. I can't say enough good things about Annie and Michelle. They really work to make you feel at home and it shows. I felt at ease the second I walked in :).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Mira

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Endrius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
da tonarci
consigliatissimo, ottima posizione, costi contenuti, ottime condizioni…
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

8/10 Good

Lina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La señora Any a été très acueuillante toujours avec le sourire et est toujours lá pour nous aider et expliquer les lieux. On se sent comme chez nous (familial)... Le resto est super. I miss you guys❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019