Samara
The beautiful coastal hamlet of Samara is a paradise on the Nicoya Peninsula's western shore. Known as one of the prettiest and safest beaches in all of Costa Rica, Playa Samara radiates wonderful white sand in contrast to the aquamarine water. Tropical plant life and living coral encompass Samara's 3-mile (5 km) coastline, and the beach is a favorite among locals, foreigners, and wealthier Ticos- forming a quintessential beach community.
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Samara's laidback vibe allows for rest and relaxation, an almost universal characteristic of the Nicoya Peninsula. Its village offers a number of services: stores, restaurants, hotels, and a small selection of bars. The town's nightlife, however, can be found at one of its discos, which keeps the party trucking through early morning.
Sport fishing is a popular activity off the coast, as is snorkeling and scuba diving around the coral environments. A short one-mile (2 km) walk down the beach brings visitors to the Tico hamlet of Matapalo, a great snorkeling spot. For birdwatchers, Chora Island, which is located just off the coast, is home to swaths of avian fauna that can easily be viewed from a kayak. Finally, swimming conditions in Samara's calm coastal waters are an ideal warm temperature. There are no lack of activities around Samara for families to enjoy and for couples to indulge in.
Transportation to Samara has dramatically improved with construction of the paved Road 150, which runs south from Nicoya. Air travel is available to a small airstrip just outside of town. From San Jose or Liberia, planes will fly to Nosara and then to Samara. Daily buses also run from Nicoya, Liberia, and San Jose.
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Incredible Stays
Hotel Azura
This hotel is located on a quiet stretch of beach in Samara. Hotel Azura offers 75 pristine suites and all-inclusive meal and drink plans.
View DetailsVillas Kalimba
Villas Kalimba sits on the gorgeous beach of Samara on the North Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The bay here will enchant you with its white sand, gentle water, coconut palms, and a picturesque wooded island. Samara has a natural coral reef and is one of the safest beaches in all of Costa Rica. Spend your days swimming, fishing, riding the waves or just soaking up the tropical paradise we call Samara.
View DetailsHotel Giada
Hotel Giada is located on the Nicoya Peninsula, at Samara Beach. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag recognition of a clean beach with clean water and is considered one of the nicest beaches in the country. The cozy beach village of Samara is home to great restaurants, shops and bars.
View DetailsEl Pequeño Gecko Verde
El Pequeño Gecko Verde is 150 meters from the beach at Samara, a small coastal village along the western shore of the Nicoya Peninsula. Samara fosters a relaxed vibe by combining a sense of serenity with a sense of seclusion.
View DetailsHotel Sol Samara
Hotel Sol Samara lies along the Nicoya Peninsula's western shore in the lovely coastal hamlet of Samara. Samara is both beautiful and low-key, offering visitors a wonderful place to relax while enjoying one of Costa Rica's best beaches.
View DetailsSamara Beach Hotel
In the tropical wonderland of Samara, travelers looking for inexpensive yet clean and comfortable lodgings need look no further: Samara Beach Hotel has the added benefit of being exceedingly pretty, so travelers can keep the paradisiacal feeling even after returning from the beach.
View DetailsSamara Pacific Lodge
Samara Pacific Lodge is tucked away on the Pacific coast, in the easy going beach town of Samara. The charming beach in Samara is bordered by a protective coral reef, making the waters perfect for swimming and the beach ideal for long leisurely walks. The reef also keeps the waves tame, making this one of the country&s best beaches for learning how to surf. The village of Samara offers a variety of shops, bars and restaurants as well as local artisans selling jewelry on the sidewalks.
View DetailsHotel Belvedere Samara
Hotel Belvedere Samara is a charming boutique hotel nestled in the heart of Samara, a picturesque coastal town on Costa Rica's Nicoya Peninsula. This intimate property is situated just a short stroll from the town center and the stunning Samara Beach, offering guests an unbeatable blend of tranquility and convenience.
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