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SÁMARA / COSTA RICA

Friends in Sámara

Sámara is a small town. These are local businesses we know and work with. If you need a place to stay, a ride, or something to do before or after your day on the water, start here.

Where to stay

  • HideawayA boutique hotel between Playa Sámara and Playa Carrillo, a one-minute walk from the beach.
  • Hotel BelvedereA family-friendly hotel in Sámara with a pool and jacuzzi in a tropical garden, about three minutes on foot from the beach.
  • LeyendaA boutique hotel and spa near Playa Carrillo, with two pools and two restaurants.
  • LocandaA beachfront hotel on Playa Sámara with rooms, bungalows and apartments, and an Italian and Costa Rican restaurant.
  • Marea AzulVacation and long-term rentals of houses, villas and apartments in Sámara, Puerto Carrillo and nearby.
  • MontelagunaA small boutique hotel with 18 rooms, a few minutes on foot from both Playa Sámara and Playa Carrillo.
  • Samara RentalsVacation homes and villas in Sámara and Playa Carrillo, from two-bedroom family homes to large villas for a group. Office in town, next to the post office.
  • Ventanas del MarA community of ocean-view homes above Playa Carrillo.
  • Villas DualisTwo upscale villas right in town, Casa Ola and Casa Brisa. Each has a private pool and sleeps up to six.
  • Villas EspavelSix villas in Sámara.

Tours, transfers and local help

  • LegendPrivate airport transfers, guided day tours and multi-day trips across Costa Rica, with drivers who speak English, Spanish and French.
  • Samara AdventuresOcean and nature tours from Sámara, day trips across Costa Rica, and private or shared transfers. They can also plan your whole trip.
  • Samara Info CenterFree local advice and booking help for hotels, activities and transport in Sámara, Carrillo and Nosara. Running since 2011.

Surf

  • Pato's Surf SchoolA family-owned surf school on Playa Sámara: lessons, board rentals, and kayak and paddleboard tours.
  • Tico's Surf SchoolSurf lessons for all ages and levels on Playa Sámara, with certified instructors. Teaching since 2008.

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