Hostel Marisol Playa Samara

1.5 star property
Hostel near Samara Beach in Sámara

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Beach nearby, beach cabanas, sun loungers, beach massages
Living area
Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Courtyard View (Bed in 4-Bed Dorm) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Pool View | Individually decorated, individually furnished, laptop workspace
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar

Check out the area

Map
Contiguo al Supermercado el Delfin, Barrio el Canto del Gavilan, Sámara, Provincia de Guanacaste, 50205
  • Popular LocationSamara Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarrillo Beach17 min drive
  • Popular LocationBuena Vista Beach20 min drive

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Courtyard View (Bed in 6-Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Double Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Pool Access, Courtyard View (Bed in 4-Bed Dorm)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Comfort Triple Room, Pool Access, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Comfort Room, Pool Access, Poolside

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Pool View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Comfort Room, 1 Bedroom, Pool Access, Courtyard Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sámara

Close to the beach.A stay at this hostel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Samara Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Buena Vista Beach. Carrillo Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Garza Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 11 min walk
  • Carrillo Beach - 17 min drive
  • Buena Vista Beach - 20 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona - 23 min drive
  • Nosara Beach - 52 min drive

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco's Mexican Restaurant - 11 min walk
  • Microbar - 14 min walk
  • Roots bakery & Cafe - 12 min walk
  • Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - 3 min drive
  • Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - 12 min walk

About this property

Hostel Marisol Playa Samara

Hostel near Samara Beach in Sámara
Hostel Marisol Playa Samara offers its guests an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 5 beach bars. Barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Hostel Marisol Playa Samara. Free self parking is available.

This Sámara hostel is smoke free.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 5 bars on the beach
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
Hostel Marisol Playa Samara offers 7 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature private pools and rice cookers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate dining areas. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms.

This Sámara hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include shared/communal kitchens and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private in-room pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Trampoline

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available for a fee: USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • 5 beach bars

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle tours
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Ziplining

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Private pool

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio
  • Yard

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Rice cooker
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 10 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 12.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Towels fee: USD 1 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 12.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 10 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
Mobile payment options include: PayPal
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, and PayPal. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Hostel Marisol Samara Samara
Hostel Marisol Playa Samara Sámara
Hostel Marisol Playa Samara Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hostel Marisol Playa Samara to the airport?

Hostel Marisol Playa Samara is 16.8 mi (57-min drive) away from the Nosara (NOB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hostel Marisol Playa Samara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hostel Marisol Playa Samara.

How close is Hostel Marisol Playa Samara to the beach?

This hostel is a short 11-minute walk from Samara Beach and 4.1 mi (20-min drive) from Buena Vista Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hostel Marisol Playa Samara offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hostel Marisol Playa Samara, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 5 for adults and USD 5 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hostel Marisol Playa Samara?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Hostel Marisol Playa Samara?

Check-in start time: noon; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Hostel Marisol Playa Samara?

This hostel offers free self parking.

Does Hostel Marisol Playa Samara have a pool?

Hostel Marisol Playa Samara features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Hostel Marisol Playa Samara have a spa?

This hostel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer mani/pedis and massages.

How close is Hostel Marisol Playa Samara to downtown Sámara?

Hostel Marisol Playa Samara is 0.4 mi away from Sámara.

Hostel Marisol Playa Samara Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews" "

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

dana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would stay here again. they were so helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Madelaine

Liked: Amenities
Pool was clean. I wish this place accepted credit card payment.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness
Decent family place
It's an OK place. Bathrooms are funky and I had ants in my room. The bed was not comfortable. The kids who were staying there liked the pool. Good coffee.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful but the Wi-Fi didn’t work half the time. Missed a couple Zoom meetings.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

joan, perpignan

Traveled with family
propreté correct, attention sdb colectif sur pallier et chambre trés chaude, surtout celle au dessus de la rue
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
La host Marisol fue muy agradable y atenta a lo que ocuparamos. Solo los baños en general estaban un poco sucios.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019