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The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 star property
Tranquility and adventure await at this oceanfront retreat, with relaxing massages and bicycle rentals to explore the coast.

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The Hideaway Hotel, located on the ocean, offers relaxation and activities. Guests enjoy breakfast, spa services, a poolside bar, and in-room WiFi. Unwind at the outdoor pool or try scuba diving and cycling. Children have a dedicated playground.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe King Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | In-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Penthouse | Living area | TV

Penthouse

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Sámara, The Hideaway Hotel is near the beach. Samara Beach and Nosara Biological Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Safari Surf School and Jungle Butterfly Farm. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Sámara travel guide
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on the road from Samara to Carrillo, 150 meters from the ICE Tower, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205

What's nearby

  • A view of the beach in samara, costa rica
    Samara Beach
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Couple walking towards sea, rear view
    Carrillo Beach
    4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • The beautiful Playa Barrigona, Costa Rica
    Playa Barrigona
    25 min drive - 10.2 miles
  • Guiones Beach
    Guiones Beach
    33 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • Menschenleere Strand, Playa Pelada, Costa Rica
    Playa Pelada
    44 min drive - 21.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Las Olas Beach Club
    8 min drive
  • Soda La Plaza
    6 min drive
  • Sheriff Rustic
    7 min drive
  • Gusto Beach Club - Samara
    7 min drive
  • Roots Bakery & Café
    6 min drive

About this property

The Hideaway Hotel

Hotel near Samara Beach
Consider a stay at The Hideaway Hotel and take advantage of free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Active travelers can enjoy amenities like cycling and scuba diving at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a facial, a body treatment, or a massage. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In addition to a garden and a playground, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Hideaway Hotel boast perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies or patios, refrigerators, and coffee/tea makers

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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 self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2008
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Please abide by the guest occupancy limits displayed when booking. Extra-person fee and occupancy limits apply to all ages.

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Reservations are required for massage services; 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
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Hideaway Hotel Samara
Hideaway Hotel
Hideaway Samara
The Hideaway Hotel Hotel
The Hideaway Hotel Sámara
The Hideaway Hotel Hotel Sámara

Frequently asked questions

Does The Hideaway Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Hideaway Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hideaway Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hideaway Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does The Hideaway Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is The Hideaway Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Samara Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Carrillo Beach. Playa Camaronal and Buena Vista Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Hideaway Hotel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 308 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 308 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 308 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 308 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 308 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, really friendly and helpful. Room was a nice size, clean and comfy. Same parking. Nice breakfast. Super close to very secluded beach. Would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size room with all amenities required & cleaned daily. Very quaint hotel, lovely pool. Restaurant is nice and the staff extremely friendly and helpful. 2 minute walk to the beach. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay! Nice hotel with top staff and great food.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The facility is terrific with large clean rooms. Good breakfast and dinner menu
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was easy and secure. Staff was friendly and helpful. I felt at home here. The restaurant was good. The property has small maintenance issues, like not all lights in rooms work, or some curtains are difficult to pull. But this is minor. I highly recommend these accommodations.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was everything we could ask for. Upon arrival, Brian, the front desk manager gave us a wonderful briefing explaining everything well and the property has a nice beach an easy walk in one direction where the sunset view is incredible. Head out the other direction just a short drive (or a long walk) and you have Carillo, an incredible beach that is lined with palm trees and so wide and expansive it almost seems private. The hotel room was great and the breakfast was perfect, served around the pool area each morning. A very relaxing, accomodating place, I will definitely stay at again when visiting that area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Smith Bay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room, excellent staff, good security, secluded
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large spotless room with plenty of space for belongings and comfortable bed. Private porch with chairs and table. Nice pool with chaise lounges and tables to eat surrounding it. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Because we needed to leave at 5am they kindly made up breakfast boxes for us the night before. Short walk to a lovely beach where we swam and snorkeled. Wonderful hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived late after a canceled flight and the staff write us a very informative message telling us about the room and restaurants in the area that may be open late. Besides that, room was spotless, staff was great, breakfast was delicious. Location can't be beat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robabeh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spacious rooms and staffs great you with Pura Vida, smile and kindness. Beach was 5 mins walk. The road was gravel though.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. The room was clean and very nice. I enjoyed my visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kind and helpful staff. Restaurant is delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice small hidden hotel.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place is only a couple minute walk to Samara Beach and about a 4 minute drive to Carillo Beach. Both are fantastic! The staff here are amazing and go above and beyond to make you feel welcome and help you select some great adventures without getting ripped off. The food is top notch (and reasonably priced). Other restaurants are nearby too. The pool is small, but adequate to take a dip. The room was clean, and the A/C was great. There was a lot of room (we stayed in the King Suite The wifi was accessible everywhere on property, making staying connected to home and sharing our adventures on social easy. It also feels very private. The only downside comes down to preference. The bed was hard as a rock. If you like a firm bed, then perfect. We like medium firm. Maybe they would've had a mattress topper if we asked. But we persevered. Otherwise, for the price, this is an amazing find.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kira

Liked: Staff & service
Was a bit disappointed with our stay here. I’d read that the rooms were a bit dated, but it was rundown in aspects as well. The window in our bathroom had a broken hinge, the towels were old and tattered, the faucet discoloured, but the worst part was the bugs in the room. There was an ant (?) infestation - they’d burrowed a few holes into the bathroom doorframe and they were coming in and out of them and we found them in various places around the room. There were other various bugs we found over the three nights, so never felt settled. I know this is a tropical area, but we didn’t encounter this to this degree elsewhere. That said, the staff were very nice and when we went to the front desk about the ants they came and sprayed the room. Unfortunately, we still found stragglers and other new bugs during the rest of our stay. The hotel is within walking distance to a beach, but we ultimately preferred other beaches with vendors and amenities, which required a drive either to Carrillo or central Samara.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

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

Beautiful Hideaway

Incredible service, the staff is super nice and helpful. The breakfast is great especially the breakfast burritos. Our host Dania was very knowledgeable and gave us wonderful recommendations. The beach was very close and not too crowded.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very helpful and friendly, the hotel is great and walking distance to the beach, definitely coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate

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

Super stay

We enjoyed a lovely 3 days with our 11yo and 8yo kids. Excellent service, they organized excursions for us, easy breakfast, quiet and safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Staff were extreamly helpful great breakfast and restaurant
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dana at the front desk was exceptional during check in. The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a nice property. Breakfast was good and nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place ! 2 min walk to an amazing beach - love that area of Costa Rica !
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hidden treasure. Nestled into the beauty of nature - this property was spectacular. The staff were welcoming and took every opportunity to check in on us - and see how they could make our stay memorable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Secluded south end walk to Playa Samara Beach. Monkeys serenade you everyday. very good kitchen. Close to Samara Village and Playa Carillo. Not really close enough to walk. Peaceful.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was a great choice, 2min walk from Samara beach, staff was friendly, they had onsite food available, very nice bar beverages options by the pool. Pool was kid friendly with some stairs and nice shade during the day. Room had nice A/C and very comfortable beds, was very spacious and had very nice seating area. Will definitely come back to this hotel with my family.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025