Samara Beach Tours

Samara Beach
Photo by Frank Methling
Photo by Frank Methling
Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens
Photo by ‎Michelle Stevens
Photo by Ashley Wanders
Photo by Ashley Wanders
The kids will sleep soundly after frolicking by the water at Samara Beach. Hunt for washed up treasures, stick a toe in the water or throw a Frisbee around!

If you're planning to stick around a while in Sámara, Samara Beach is a good place to start your exploring. This stretch of coastline is one of numerous attractions worth seeing here. Carrillo Beach, Playa Barrigona, and Buena Vista Beach are also waiting to be discovered nearby.

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Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

Apartamento Ganesha Liberia

3 out of 5
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Price was $1,110, price is now $549 per person
$549
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Dec 8 - Dec 13
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Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Liberia (LIR)
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
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Price was $2,242, price is now $1,176 per person
$1,176
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Jan 7 - Jan 11
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Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
8/10 Very Good! (1,251 reviews)
Everything was great only thing I’d say is to change sheets after I’ve used them.

Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
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Price was $1,820, price is now $1,060 per person
$1,060
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Jan 7 - Jan 11
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Roundtrip flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
7.6/10 Good! (1,292 reviews)
Great place, ambience above all. Food is okay. People make the trip worth it, service was top tier.

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

Reviews of Samara Beach

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Underwater tide pool photography! A sea cucumber! We stayed in Guiones, within a few minutes walk to the beach. With our rental car, we were close to several beaches, each with their own distinct character. Playa Pelada had morning cool tide pools to explore. #BeachBound

Playa Pelada

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Playa Pelada during your travels in Nosara? You can seek out the area's surfing spots and yoga studios.

Playa Pelada
Waffle with ice cream and chocolate sauce.

Nosara Biological Reserve

You can take time to visit Nosara Biological Reserve during your travels to Nosara. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the surfing spots.

Nosara Biological Reserve

Playa Barrigona

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Barrigona during your trip to Barco Quebrado?

Playa Barrigona

Playa Barco Quebrado

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Barco Quebrado during your trip to Barco Quebrado?

Playa Barco Quebrado

Playa Islita

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Islita during your trip to Islita? Wander the beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Playa Islita

Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal

Explore the great outdoors at Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal, a lovely green space in Islita. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal

Best Lodging Options Near Samara Beach

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Playa Samara, Carrillo, Sámara, Guanacaste
Azura Beach Resort - All Inclusive - Adults Only
The Hideaway Hotel

The Hideaway Hotel

3.5 out of 5
on the road from Samara to Carrillo, 150 meters from the ICE Tower, Sámara, Guanacaste
The Hideaway Hotel
Hotel Sol Samara

Hotel Sol Samara

3 out of 5
From El Torito community 800 m East, and 250 South, Sámara, Guanacaste
Hotel Sol Samara
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

Montelaguna Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
Calle principal hacia Playa Carrillo, Sámara, Guanacaste
Montelaguna Boutique Hotel
Hotel Brisas del Pacifico

Hotel Brisas del Pacifico

2.5 out of 5
160 Provincia de Guanacaste, Sámara
Hotel Brisas del Pacifico
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples

Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples

Samara
Luxury by the Beach - Great for Families or Multiple Couples
Casa Lumenez, Samara Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View

Casa Lumenez, Samara Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View

Sámara
Casa Lumenez, Samara Luxury Spacious 6-Bedr 7-Bath Eco Property Great Ocean View
Casa Tranquila, Brand NEW Modern Villa with Pool

Casa Tranquila, Brand NEW Modern Villa with Pool

Sámara
Casa Tranquila, Brand NEW Modern Villa with Pool
Stunning Modern Ocean View with Private Pool

Stunning Modern Ocean View with Private Pool

Samara
Stunning Modern Ocean View with Private Pool
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