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Hotel Giada

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near Samara Beach

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Outdoor pool
Triple Room (Vista a la calle) | Terrace/patio
Beach nearby, white sand
Quadruple Room (Vista a la calle) | Living area | 26-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV
Double Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Playa Sámara, Sámara, Guanacaste
  • Samara Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carrillo Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Buena Vista Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Nosara (NOB)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Quadruple Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Quadruple Room, Pool View

  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Pool View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Triple Room, Pool View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Double or Twin Room (Vista a la calle) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Double or Twin Room (Vista a la calle)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Triple Room (Vista a la calle)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 223 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room (Vista a la calle) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Quadruple Room (Vista a la calle)

  • 223 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Sámara

Seaside stay .At this Sámara hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Samara Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Carrillo Beach. Buena Vista Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Playa Barrigona is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carrillo Beach - 12 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Buena Vista Beach - 12 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Playa Barrigona - 13 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Guiones Beach - 24 min drive - 12.5 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Malehu - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Giada

3.5-star hotel near Samara Beach
As a guest of Hotel Giada, you'll find a hot tub, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. Hotel Giada also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Sámara hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Hotel Giada offers 24 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. 26-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Sámara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: CRC 6 for adults and CRC 6 for children

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • Library
  • Pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Giada

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.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CRC 6 for adults and CRC 6.00 for children

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 04 and close December 31.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Giada Hotel
Giada Samara
Hotel Giadahotel giada
Hotel Giada Samara
Giada Hotel Playa Samara
Hotel Giada Samara, Nicoya Guanacaste
Giada Samara, Nicoya Guanacaste
Hotel Giada Hotel
Hotel Giada Sámara
Hotel Giada Hotel Sámara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Giada to the airport?

Hotel Giada is 20.1 mi (66-min drive) away from the Nosara (NOB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Giada?

As of Jun 25, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Giada on Jul 4, 2025 start from $81.32, 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 Giada have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Giada offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Hotel Giada to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Samara Beach and 3.7 mi (10-min drive) from Carrillo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Giada offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Giada, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of CRC 6 for adults and CRC 6.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Giada?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hotel Giada?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Giada?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Giada have a pool?

Hotel Giada does not have a pool.

Does Hotel Giada have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Giada to downtown Sámara?

Hotel Giada is 0.1 mi away from Sámara.

Hotel Giada Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 134 out of 285 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 285 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 285 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 285 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 285 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was much smaller than I thought it would be but it was right on the pool which was nice. The staff were very attentive as we had trouble with the AC and safe and they helped right away. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and well maintained with a nice staff ! Walkable to everything
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We specifically requested a quiet room as neither of us sleep well. When we got there Jessica at the front desk informed us that we were booked in Room 10 which was directly over the busy street and right adjacent to a spaghetti of power lines (for those sensitive to electrical fields). We explained our need for quiet and our request in our booking reservation and while she was very understanding and nice to deal with she informed us that there was nothing she could do to change us as all other rooms were reserved already. We contacted Expedia and explained the situation as we had booked for 2 nights and although they called the hotel only the manager could approve a refund and he was in Italy for another week. Again Jessica was as helpful and understanding as she could be but we were forced to accept a noisy room overlooking a busy street on a Friday and Saturday night and left feeling exhausted from poor sleep as a result of all the noise. For those who react to electrical fields the bunch of multiple wires all connect very close to the room. The hotel itself is nice and they have a quiet pool at the back away from street noise. Had we been able to stay in a room off the street we would have been very satisfied so make sure if you book that you dont get a room facing the street. It is very noisy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Varan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

JERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff -- so friendly, helpful and understanding od those of us who speak broken Spanish. Two nice pools. Located within walking distance of the (gorgeous) beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and safe property. Breakfast was great and sufficient. Pool was clean. Room was clean and had great AC. Balcony was a great addition to room. Staff was kind and appreicative. Being from the USA we are anxious but were quickly at ease upon arriving and settling in.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

W Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

Samara Sun

Nice quiet little hotel located on the main street in Samara. Close to shops, restuarants and bars. Nice swimming pool and good WIFI. Clean and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the reception spoke pretty good English and were very personable and the hotel is a relatively easy walk down to the beach about 5 minutes away. They are next door to a great place to hire an ATV or tour. Even in low season we found multiple restaurants to est at within easy walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Andre

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

Good hotel for two nights

Nice hotel in Samara. Breakfast was good. Room was spacious. Walking distance to a bakery and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Katrina Ann, Tempe

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great family friendly hotel. Kind and attentive staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed there many times and I’ve been very pleased every time I stay
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Conveniently located, friendly staff, ok breakfast. Good value for price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mehrdad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One night stay in Samara. The hotel is in the center of the town very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Amanda

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not as advertised. It was way smaller than was shown in the pictures. There was no place to sit in the room or to open our suitcases. We were so disappointed that we didn’t stay. We asked for a refund and have yet to hear back from Expedia.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Traveled with group
Great service, great restaurant too. Good location. Good price.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Giada is a beautiful property, just up the street from the beach in Samara. The flowers and landscaping are amazing, really surprised my wife and I how nice it was. Staff is very friendly (Karina is a sweetheart!). Rooms small and simple, with a nice balcony. Can't beat the price either. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024