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Beach
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Pool
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms94 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!!

20% DISCOUNT FOR MORE THAN 90 DAYS BOOKINGS!
Beautiful 2 bed / 2 bath ocean view just renovated condo with everything new in a small and charming relaxed-feel beach town.
24 hr gated security condo with 17 units, secured parking with infinity pool and plenty of lounge chairs. My unit is on the 2nd floor and affords serene and spectacular views. Short trail walk to the beach, ocean, restaurants & town. Or $2 taxi from Condo to town. The Condo has fishing poles, 2 boogie boards, footballs, frisbees, beach chairs, beach shade canopy, cooler, beach bags. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters, washer/dryer, 55" TV with DVD player. King size bed with new bathroom. 2nd room has 2 single beds with bathroom. Plenty of closet space. Lots of activities close by - to name a few - swimming, surfing, kayaking, horseback riding, zip lining, quad tours or just rent and cruise, fishing tours, dolphin tours, bike rentals, hiking, etc. Plenty of nice and casual beach restaurants. Fantastic local doctor (Dr. Freddy) in case you need one, banks, markets, post office, police station, souvenir shops. More about.....Samara, the town, is located in Guanacaste Province on the northern Pacific coast. It is about 1.5 hrs from Liberia International Airport (LIR). The drive from the airport is along all paved roads, making it is an easy destination to reach.
One of the main draws of Samara is its centrally located downtown. The downtown abuts the beach and is full of restaurants, trendy boutique shops, tour operators, markets and other amenities. Another draw is its surrounding forest and wildlife. Unlike areas to the north, thick tropical dry forest borders Samara. You can find animals like monkeys, iguanas, and many kinds of birds.
Samara’s biggest attraction is its beautiful beach. Playa Samara attracts all types of travelers with its rows of palm trees and light tan sand. You will find 20-somethings grabbing a beer at one of the beachside bars, couples strolling at sunset, and children at play in the calmer ocean waters. You can do so much in Samara - swim, surf, kayak, zip line, snorkel, short or long trips, hike, rent quads, horse back, etc. or simply nothing at all.

Property manager

John Sutton

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bodyboard on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1007 sq ft (94 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Samara, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 10 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 27 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 31 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Guiones Beach - 43 min drive - 23.6 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Malehu - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!! located?

Situated by the ocean, this condo building is steps 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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Awesome Ocean & Beach Views of Beautiful Samara, Costa Rica - WALK TO BEACH!! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to Costa Rica, 4 nights in Samara Beach area.
Very nice unit, stunning views, secure easy access, very comfortable and a great place on our first trip to Costa Rica. Owner is very responsive for questions !! Thank you !!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The greatest view!
John let us check in early! This place was amazing! The pool was wonderful and the walk to the beach is just down some stairs down the hill! Make sure and eat at the restaurant Bahia we had 3 meals there and they were all so good! Also, Roots bakery is the best!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Handy Condo
Loved the location with a short walk to the beach or to town. You do not need to have a car. Some good restaurants right at the end of the beach trail as well.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay - Perfect Location
Had a great time at John's place in Samara! A great location and just minutes from a beautiful beach. Would stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Condo with Stunning Views
Beautiful condo with stunning views of the ocean. Walking distance to town, but we chose to drive given the narrow busy road. Condo was very clean and in great location just slightly out of town on a hill with sweeping views. Well stocked with all kitchen utensils and necessities. Good parking and guarded community. Felt very safe. The condo pool was amazing !!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sensational Samara!
We had a couple of issues when we arrived but the owner was quick to respond and resolve the problems. Very convenient to beach and restaurants with a fantastic view! We did appreciate having a car as the hill from the beach is a bit much to carry a lot of items. Our biggest issue was not having more time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Really liked this condo. Great view of the ocean! The place was clean, easy to check in, had a lot of small amenities that made the trip better: boogie boards, flashlights, well stocked pots/pans/utensils, beach chairs, etc. Owners has thought of many things to make guests comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

LaurA B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place ! Amazing view ! Very roomy and up to date!
Wonderful experience! Very easy! This was our first time here and we’re nervous but no need to be ! Easy, safe location and very friendly people!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H., Chevy Chase

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo and location! Beach is an easy walk as well as the town. Lovely pool on premise!
The drive from San Jose is long (5-6 hours realistically), so the closer airport is a better choice since it is apparently only 2 hours away. This is a slice of paradise though so it is worth the trip however long!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
Nice condo very clean with good a/c. Nice pool and area for breakfast in the morning. Close to the beach. Have to be in shape to climb the hill from the beach to the condo if you walk😉. Parking well supervised. Good communication with John the owner
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
Four senior adults (two couples) stayed here and found it to be just right. From the view with wonderful views of the Pacific and birds, to the access to the beach, to the comfort of helpful appliances, to the helpful staff, we enjoyed our short three day stay and would happily stayed longer. The town offers a nice variety of restaurants and shops too. We rented a golf cart that provided easy transport to town and the beach when we preferred--just let the owner know of you intention ahead of time. Would highly recommend for a fantastic vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo in a beautiful location
We have stayed in several condos in CR, and this is one of our two favourites (the other being in Playa Flamingo). It is extremely comfortable, clean and well-equipped. The owner was great to deal with; the entire process was simple and John was very responsive to our questions. If we are lucky to return to Samara in the future, we will look no further than this condo.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GREAT SAMARA FIND
I was travelling with my husband and two adult daughters. The view from the condo was spectacular. Food for the soul. The bedrooms were large and beds very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked.The beach was close and beginner surfing was enjoyable for the girls. Wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely recommend to friends
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay + Great View
This property is an excellent value. The owner, John, was an absolute pleasure to communicate with. He made the check-in process as seamless as possible and was available anytime we had questions. The condo itself has a beautiful view of the ocean and is easy walking distance form the beach and the town of Samara. The only thing people should take note of is that the building is situated on a hillside, so expect a small hike to get there if you are coming from the beach. We are a fit/athletic family, so to me, it was a bonus (i.e. free to eat more gelato), but overweight people and/or people with mobility issues may want to take this into consideration. Highly recommend. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen T.

Beautiful, Safe and Perfect Location
My daughter and I spent 5 nights at this wonderful condo and there is not one negative thing I can say about it. Jon was very helpful and very pleasant to deal with. It is in a great location, so close to Samara and many other areas of interest. We felt safe and secure with Antonio and Santos always on hand in the parking and surrounding areas. The condo is very well equipped with plush towels and comfortable beds. We really enjoyed the Tico breakfast (gallo pinto)at Laconda and would highly recommend anything at LuvBurger on the beach. It was a great bonus to have Netflix. After a hot day of hiking or sightseeing, followed by a leisurely dinner out, we loved to come "home" and watch a movie. Definitely a 5 star! Thank you for sharing your home away from home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

kathy e.

Excellent stay!
We really loved our vacation in Samara! The condo was one of the highlights. It was a great condo with an amazing view. It felt like all of the furniture was new and well organized. Finding it was easy and the support staff was always helpful. We had a car, but you can walk everywhere. You just have to be a little careful at night because it's a little dark on the road, but within one block, you're in the middle of town and everything is lit and easy to see. John, the owner was accessible via text and very responsive. We were late to arrive because of an accident on the road, but we texted him and everyone was waiting and access to the condo was very easy. We would definitely recommend the condo and will stay again if/when we return to Samara. The only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 stars is because the internet was inconsistent, but other than that, it was excellent!!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location in Samara!
This property exceeded our expectations in pretty much every aspect. The view was even more spectacular than the photos show, the location was awesome and the condo was well stocked with amenities. John (the owner) was super easy to communicate with and he answered any questions I had promptly. It was so nice having new appliances, washer & dryer in the unit, comfortable beds, comfy furniture when relaxing, great pool area, etc. I would say my only complaint was that there is not a grill on the property, which would've been nice to have. We made due with no problems and thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay. I would highly recommend contacting the Samara Info Center to book any excursions as they were super helpful and don't charge any extra booking fees. We really enjoyed visiting the Macaw Recovery Network, the Ora River kayaking tour, the Monte Alto Nature Reserve, and especially our numerous visits to Playa Carrillo! That is one of the top 10 beaches in all of Costa Rica and was a quick 10 minute drive away. We rented a car so we could do more exploring but many people just rent a golf cart or walk to get around Samara. I personally wouldn't recommend riding a bike or walking on the road as it is very narrow and curvy which made the driving a bit more stressful. Overall, a great vacation! Pura Vida!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
What a view!
The view is what initially sold us to rent the property, and it was spectacular. Some things we wish we had realized--the condo is at the top of a 100 foot hill which involves walking up 60 plus steps AND then a hilly gravel driveway....and in the heat, walking up and down once was enough for us. We also should have realized that having such a view toward the west would mean direct sun into the unit for many hours...and the a/c was set by the owner to not go below an assigned temperature. We had some mechanical problems--the washing machine was broken and the sink, toilet and shower in the second bedroom did not drain. The washer was never usable during our stay but the drain problems were resolved before we left. As the owner told us "It's just something we live with and repair as we go. It just comes with the territory"
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John O., Boulder, CO USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Wow! This was home away from home. The pictures online are accurate but it was still nicer than expected. Wifi was probably the fastest we had for our 1 month long trip in Costa Rica. The views from the floor to ceiling windows is unmatched (except perhaps by other units in the sam building I suppose). You can tell the use the property themselves and care for this property. Very modern with all upgrades and luxury touches. Lots of beach equipment at the condo, including nice boogie boards that our kids used daily and a variety of other beach toys. It's not right on the beach of course, but really nothing is, except for maybe a few small hotels. It's a short 5 minute walk to the beach, or if you have a car like we did, we'd load it up with all of the beach toys, drive 2 minutes to the beach and park it and use the car as mobile storage for the day. John was very responsive to our countless questions and emails, and extremely flexibly when we decided to come to Samara early and stay longer. On site manager was very helpful as well and always available. We didn't want to leave! We'll be back hopefully sooner than later
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Bill S., Phoenix

Great Location, Beautiful Condo & Responsive Owner
This condo is in a great location to the town of Samara. Easy access to many destinations. It is also spacious, well kept, comfortable, clean and upgraded. Very modern. The view of the beach and ocean is wonderful. The condo owner provides towels and a boogie board for the beach. The property's security personnel and attendants were friendly and helpful. I valued the private, secure and ample parking to the complex. Samara is a fun little town - take the time to walk all the streets leisurely, and you will find friendly businesses, restaurants and great food! Best groceries were found at the Iguana Verde market located on the north side of town, and at Samara Super close to the beach. As for restaurants, try the Bohemian Cafe - near the town's fitness plaza - for breakfast. For an evening meal, try Marisqueria Calochas south of the center of town, two blocks off the main street, and tucked back at the end of a small street. I encountered some periodic Internet access problems and initial hot water problems that prevent me from giving this property a "5" star rating, but the owner was very responsive to the problems and got them remedied as soon as he could. The problems were not his fault, but they did distract from enjoying my stay. I think the problems I encountered are not repetitive issues, so I would recommend this unit as a lovely place to stay for 2-4 people.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2018

6/10 Okay

Jennifer S.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Samara
This condo sits on a hill above Samara. The view is great. The condo is spacious. It is nice that it is gated and secure. Just note it is a long walk to the beach down the driveway, across a road and through town. We drove to and from the beach each time as we did not want to take the time and energy to walk. We appreciated and enjoyed the extras like beach chairs, umbrella, beach mats, boogie boards and cooler. The beds were comfortable and the bedding was nice. Now for the Cons: The owner John is hard to deal with if you have any problems. First of all, we were not sent a map/instructions on how to get there and had to stop in town to ask for directions to the condo. Secondly, the bathrooms were not cleaned before we arrived. There was blood, poop, urine and hair on one of the toilets. The shower floors were not cleaned either. Overall, the place could use a good deep cleaning. The owner quickly responded when we reached out to him but had a hard time accepting that everything was not perfect and made excuses. He was aggressive and accusatory at times. He did offer to refund us our next nights' stays if we wanted to find another place but that just wasn't feasible for us. We told him we would clean the bathrooms that night after finding dinner and then expected the cleaning fee to be refunded. He responded in an an arrogant and unprofessional way and told us that he felt 1/2 the cleaning fee was more than enough to be refunded. I don't agree. It took a lot of our time to deal with this after a long day of travel. The previous people paid a cleaning fee and we did too, therefore the condo should have been clean upon our arrival. It was not a pleasant experience to deal with John. I have stayed in a lot of rentals and have never had an owner communicate with me in such a negative way. Overall, this was a nice place to stay away from the busy part of town but still pretty close. Just beware that if you have a problem, it will not be a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Stay
Owner very easy to work with and good communication. Property was beautiful and good location and proximity to beaches in and around Samara.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo Veneto
We stayed at Condo Veneto for three nights. The condo was extremely clean and had everything we needed. The condo is located within walking distance to the beach and downtown Samara but climbing the hill back to the condo does require some stamina. We also really enjoyed the pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent in Sámara
Wonder location. Magnificent view. A place to which we will return!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for beach lovers
Accurate information, easy check in details provided, communication was very good. Beach is minutes away though a little bit of a hike back to condo. Great town!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022