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Hotel Giada

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, 3-minute walk to Samara Beach

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Hotel Giada, by the ocean, offers a peaceful retreat focused on relaxation. Guests enjoy full breakfast options before heading to the garden or pool. Free in-room WiFi and tour assistance are provided, with staff consistently impressing visitors with their helpful service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Triple Room (Vista a la calle) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room (Vista a la calle)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Netflix
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room (Vista a la calle) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room (Vista a la calle)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Netflix
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Double or Twin Room (Vista a la calle) | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room (Vista a la calle)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Netflix
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Double Room, Pool View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Netflix
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Quadruple Room, Pool View | In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Quadruple Room, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Netflix
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Netflix
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Sámara, Sámara, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carrillo Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Buena Vista Beach - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Playa Barrigona - 13 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Garza Beach - 20 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Anglers - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malehu - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Giada

Hotel near Samara Beach
A terrace, a garden, and a library are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Giada. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • 2 outdoor pools along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a water dispenser, and concierge services
  • A front-desk safe and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Giada have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • 26-inch LCD TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and cable channels
  • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and ceiling fans

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Library

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Giada Hotel
Giada Samara
Hotel Giadahotel giada
Hotel Giada Samara
Giada Hotel Playa Samara
Hotel Giada Samara, Nicoya Guanacaste
Giada Samara, Nicoya Guanacaste
Hotel Giada Hotel
Hotel Giada Sámara
Hotel Giada Hotel Sámara

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Giada have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Hotel Giada pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Giada?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Giada?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Giada?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Giada provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hotel Giada located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Samara Beach and within 6 mi (10 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

Hotel Giada Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 290 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 290 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 290 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 290 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 290 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katrina Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family friendly hotel. Kind and attentive staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, friendly staff, ok breakfast. Good value for price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mehrdad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay in Samara. The hotel is in the center of the town very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

James

Liked: Staff & service

Superb dining

An older hotel but well-maintained in a good location in downtown Samara only a 5 minute walk to the beach. It has the best restaurant we have experienced in Costa Rica.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rogue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property right on the main street, and a quick 5 minute walk to the beach. Rooms were clean and nice. Staff was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fine . The hotel is a bit run down and dated
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Florica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A pleasant hotel with two pools and a small interior garden. With some older and newer features, but all in all clean and a great stay. The closeness to the beach, local shopping and food choices makes it a great option for sating in Samara. Walk the hallways and admire some of local art. A short drive to beautiful Playa Carrillo.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

france

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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We specifically requested a quiet room as neither of us sleep well. When we got there Jessica at the front desk informed us that we were booked in Room 10 which was directly over the busy street and right adjacent to a spaghetti of power lines (for those sensitive to electrical fields). We explained our need for quiet and our request in our booking reservation and while she was very understanding and nice to deal with she informed us that there was nothing she could do to change us as all other rooms were reserved already. We contacted Expedia and explained the situation as we had booked for 2 nights and although they called the hotel only the manager could approve a refund and he was in Italy for another week. Again Jessica was as helpful and understanding as she could be but we were forced to accept a noisy room overlooking a busy street on a Friday and Saturday night and left feeling exhausted from poor sleep as a result of all the noise. For those who react to electrical fields the bunch of multiple wires all connect very close to the room. The hotel itself is nice and they have a quiet pool at the back away from street noise. Had we been able to stay in a room off the street we would have been very satisfied so make sure if you book that you dont get a room facing the street. It is very noisy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Habitación renovada, moderna, cómoda. La comida en el restaurante muy buena al igual que el desayuno incluido. A pocos pasos de la playa.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location at Samara. We had booked a room with balcony looking out to the street not realizing it’s a busy street. We got upgraded to a bigger room with pool view without any request. We appreciated that very much as e were tired that day. The ac in the room worked excellent, the room and bathroom were clean and comfortable. Parking is across the street. We only stayed one night so did not get the a chance to try the restaurant, which looked great but can’t actually rate as we decided to try another restaurant in the town.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très bel hébergement pratique près des services (resto, épicerie ) et de la plage . Chambre propre et tranquille avec un balcon . Belle piscine (eau était chaude) avec beaucoup de chaises longues . Personnel vraiment gentil et serviable à l’accueil. Je recommande sans hésitation .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Luba

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like to have coffeemaker and microwave in the room.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with king size bed and balcony. Very helpful personnel. Unfortunately the restaurant was under renovation
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mélissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff really helpful and friendly. Comfy room and nice balcony with a view on the pool and the beautiful flowers.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pool area
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Frederik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bien. Je recommmande
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bel emplacement, à 5 minutes à pieds de la plage. Belles chambres, lit et oreillers confortables. Personnel courtois. Deux piscines très propres et chaudes.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was much smaller than I thought it would be but it was right on the pool which was nice. The staff were very attentive as we had trouble with the AC and safe and they helped right away. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and well maintained with a nice staff ! Walkable to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff -- so friendly, helpful and understanding od those of us who speak broken Spanish. Two nice pools. Located within walking distance of the (gorgeous) beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe property. Breakfast was great and sufficient. Pool was clean. Room was clean and had great AC. Balcony was a great addition to room. Staff was kind and appreicative. Being from the USA we are anxious but were quickly at ease upon arriving and settling in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super sejour !
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

Samara Sun

Nice quiet little hotel located on the main street in Samara. Close to shops, restuarants and bars. Nice swimming pool and good WIFI. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the reception spoke pretty good English and were very personable and the hotel is a relatively easy walk down to the beach about 5 minutes away. They are next door to a great place to hire an ATV or tour. Even in low season we found multiple restaurants to est at within easy walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

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