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Hostel Samara

1.5 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance of relaxation and adventure at this hostel, with spa treatments and rooftop views offering peaceful moments between explorations.

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Hostel Samara offers a spa with massage treatments alongside impressive rooftop views. Guests appreciate the practical amenities including free in-room WiFi, laundry services, and tour assistance. Previous visitors frequently mention the helpful multilingual staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Family Quadruple Room, Multiple Beds, Mountain View | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

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(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sámara, Hostel Samara is near the beach. Shoppers can check out Frog Pad, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Samara Beach and Nosara Biological Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Sámara travel guide
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100mts Este del banco Nacional, Sámara, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • A view of the beach in samara, costa rica
    Samara Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Couple walking towards sea, rear view
    Carrillo Beach
    14 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • The beautiful Playa Barrigona, Costa Rica
    Playa Barrigona
    15 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Guiones Beach
    Guiones Beach
    28 min drive - 12.9 miles
  • Menschenleere Strand, Playa Pelada, Costa Rica
    Playa Pelada
    36 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    127 min drive

Restaurants

  • Las Olas Beach Club
    6 min walk
  • Sheriff Rustic
    4 min walk
  • Gusto Beach Club - Samara
    4 min walk
  • Boulangerie
    6 min walk
  • Malehu
    2 min walk

About this property

Hostel Samara

Hostel near Samara Beach
Take advantage of a rooftop terrace, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a restaurant at Hostel Samara. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, a TV in the lobby, and a water dispenser
  • Luggage storage, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Hostel Samara include amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip 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

More

  • Smoking not allowed

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 available

Check-out

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Hostel Samara pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Hostel Samara doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hostel Samara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 3:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Hostel Samara?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hostel Samara provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 130 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hostel Samara located?

Situated near the beach, this hostel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Samara Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of Carrillo Beach and Buena Vista Beach. Playa Barrigona and Playa Barco Quebrado are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Hostel Samara Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome stay! Clean, safe and great vibes. Thanks for a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay at Hostel Samaria

We were very happy with this place. The room was spacious and clean. A very nice common area and a well equipped kitchen were something we really appreciated. The host Anni and also her sister-in-law were so sweet and welcoming. This strdetksn is definitely recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for nine days Annie and her staff we're awesome we would stay again forsure
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber

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
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10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

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
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10/10 Excellent

Whalan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Joanis

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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8/10 Good

Lina

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022