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Hotel Samsara

3.0 star property
3-star beach lodge with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
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Boating
Front of property
TV

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Costa Ballena, Costanera Pacífico Sur, 100m Sur de la Ferretería El Colono, Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504
  • Marino Ballena National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Uvita Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Punta Uvita
    ‪80 min walk‬
  • Drake Bay (DRK)

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  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Uvita

Steps from the beach.Stay at this Ballena lodge and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Marino Ballena National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Uvita Beach. Playa Colonia and Arco Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marino Ballena National Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Uvita Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Arco Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Catarata uvita - 6 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪La Choza de Alejo - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Hotel Samsara

3-star beach lodge with outdoor pool
A private beach is featured. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Samsara. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Ballena lodge is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2001
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Samsara offers 10 accommodations with air conditioning. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers. This Ballena lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Samsara

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
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 and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

CoopeAgri
Hotel Samsara Uvita
Hacienda CoopeAgri Lodge
Hacienda CoopeAgri Lodge Uvita
Hacienda CoopeAgri Uvita
Hotel Hacienda CoopeAgri Costa Rica/Uvita
Hotel Samsara Ballena
Samsara Ballena
Lodge Hotel Samsara Ballena
Ballena Hotel Samsara Lodge
Lodge Hotel Samsara
Hacienda CoopeAgri
Samsara
Hotel Samsara Lodge
Hotel Samsara Ballena
Hotel Samsara Lodge Ballena

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Samsara to the airport?

Hotel Samsara is 131.7 mi (214-min drive) away from the Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Samsara?

As of May 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Samsara on May 31, 2025 start from $63.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel Samsara have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Samsara.

How close is Hotel Samsara to the beach?

This lodge is 1 mi (2-min drive) from Uvita Beach and 1 mi (2-min drive) from Playa Colonia. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Samsara offer free breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Samsara offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel Samsara?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Hotel Samsara?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Samsara?

This lodge offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Samsara have a pool?

Hotel Samsara features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Samsara have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Hotel Samsara have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this lodge.

How close is Hotel Samsara to downtown Ballena?

Hotel Samsara is 1.2 mi away from Uvita.

Hotel Samsara Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 74 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, nice pool and surrounding
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the owners where fantastic will be back again
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

duane

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We left early for a tour and staff made us a fruit plate and coffee as we were too early for breakfast. Rooms were noisy, we were in a center room which had 4 neigbours and noise from above as well. Room was not cleaned. Pool was cold, and dirty, especially for the price as it was more expensive than most. Beautiful location in tropical setting. Not close to ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscila

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jenny

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel should not be a hotel. People should not be spending money to stay in this horrible place because you will not be able to sleep. The noise level is horrendous. People walking on the room upstairs all night, and I mean all night. The reception area closed at 7:00 and n one to complain about the noise. The room smells dirty. The bathroom smells like urine. The towels are dirty. The AC makes a horrible noise. There was a DJ who played music until 12:00 am, and no one to complain.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

shahin

Business traveler
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old hotel. Nothing works and everything is broke
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Colette

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place was very good for our 1 night stop. The highlights were the owners, their dog, the AC and the delicious dinner. Room was basic. Mattress basic. Shower adequate. Road noise was loud. Just bring earplugs. Little pool looked good although we did not use it. Monkeys in the trees.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location and friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Recommend

The hotel is really nice and has a great pool. Lots of wildlife around. Woke up to the sounds of monkeys and birds
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alexandru

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Wonderful hotel on a beautiful property

A wonderful hotel located on a beautiful property right along the main highway. My wife and I only stayed the night as a stop over along our trip to the Osa, but we will definitely be back. This property is well worth a few days stay if you enjoy comfort surrounded by nature. We will most definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a quiet area. There really aren't many amenities besides the pool, wifi, and the breakfast. Of course, Max the dog is super friendly and made a great guide to walk though the jungle to the beach. The owner Raul really made us feel welcomed and made breakfast for us personally. The walls are really thin here that we can hear the guy on the phone in the next room. Just a basic lock on the door, but we didn't feel unsafe at any moment.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike

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

Hosts are the best

Hosts, both human and canine, were totally charming. Restaurant was A+. Cuban cuisine the finest. We would stay here again in a heartbeat. Susan Mauk
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

Joselyn

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Stephanie

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

Lovely stay here

Wonderful hosts, lovely breakfast and good location. (Uvita is pretty remote) The room was really nice and I had a great sleep, bathroom curtain was a bit dodgy/needed to be replaced. Over all a good value and reccomended place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room with AC and neat trailto the beach.great staff and nice restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

John R.

Great place. Raul and Sabilia were great host. Staff was very friendly and accommodating.

Rooms were clean. Great walk through the jungle tonthe beach. Very breakfast. Restaurant on site serving Cuban food -‘excellent! Close to town and many other attractions
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Noisy, near highway. Nice hike to beautiful beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Maureen

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

Good stay

Comfortable and good restaurant too
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

We, San Isidro , Perez Zeledon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The many trees and privacy. There is an excellent Cuban restaurant on the property, and a good chef and cook. No pressures , either use Pool or make a short walk to the beach, with senderos. Good bird watching. It was a pleasant stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carly

We enjoyed our stay here. The owner, Raul, was amazing. The restaurant on site was closed but he offered to make us food anyway. All the staff were nice and accommodating. He’s upgrading the rooms. Max the puppy was the sweetest thing. It’s anout a 10-15 walk through the jungle to an incredible beach. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

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

A great value

we happened upon the Hotel Samsara when we were in the Uvita area- it was spacious, comfortable and the owner/staff were very quick to respond and help out with questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great family (couple) operated hotel, with direct access to the beach located within a beautiful national park. It was one of the best experiences of our journey throughout Costa Rica, especially because the property owners made us feel so much like family instead of guests that we did not want to leave and are missing them so very much! Great Cuban Restuarant and cuisine, wonderfully styled rooms within jungle canopy that was amazing! Very clean, neat, comfortable, spacious rooms and an awesome feeling of Pura VIDA! We’ll be back soon & thank you for making our short stay so wonderfully pleasurable and relaxing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel with brilliant owner Raul who couldn't do enough for us, if your looking for modern furniture and decor than it's not but it's clean and tidy and near centre of Uvita
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018