Hotel Sol Samara  

On Costa Rica’s Nicoya Peninsula, within walking distance of Playa Samara and very close to Puerto Carrillo Beach. About 2 km from Samara town center and near the El Torito community center — a salty, beach-happy spot for sun and sunsets.

Rooms come with queen beds, private bathrooms, air-conditioning and fans, flat-screen TVs, cable, mini-fridges, hairdryers and in-room safes. First-floor rooms offer private decks. The open-air lobby cafe/lounge and friendly English- and Spanish-speaking staff add relaxed, local charm.

Outdoor pool and sun deck, open-air lobby, on-site bar and restaurant, transfers and a tours desk for kayaking, snorkeling to Isla Chora, turtle-watching trips, dolphin tours, paddleboarding and more. Private parking, laundry and a safe-deposit box are available. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and unwind by the pool.

Wireless Internet throughout the property and access to local and international phone calls. Reception and private parking make arrivals and work calls easy.

An on-site restaurant specializes in fresh seafood, backed by a bar and an open-air cafe/lounge. Expect local Costa Rican flavors and beachfront-friendly meals after a day of tours or beach time.