Sámara Costa Rica Vacation Rentals Near Playa Sámara

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Sámara Costa Rica Vacation Rentals Near Playa Sámara

Tropical Casitas, Wildlife & Pura Vida — Just Minutes From the Beach

Welcome to Casa Vistas del Rio, a peaceful tropical vacation rental in the hills above Sámara, Guanacaste.

Set on two acres of lush tropical property, our private king-bed casitas give you a comfortable home base just minutes from Playa Sámara, Playa Carrillo and other beautiful Pacific beaches.

Spend the morning exploring the coast, the afternoon relaxing beside our large tropical lap pool and the evening enjoying the sounds of Costa Rica’s wildlife.

Why Stay at Casa Vistas del Rio?

Minutes from Playa Sámara
Our property is approximately a 4-minute drive from Sámara’s beach, restaurants, shops and activities.

Private King-Bed Casitas
Each casita has its own entrance, king bed, private en-suite bathroom, air conditioning and comfortable in-room amenities.

A Tropical Pool Oasis
Cool off in our large lap pool surrounded by tropical landscaping, loungers and peaceful outdoor spaces.

Wildlife All Around You
Our two-acre property is home to tropical birds, iguanas, pizotes and monkeys. Costa Rica’s wildlife isn’t something you have to drive to see—it may be right outside your door.

Outdoor Kitchen & Dining
Cook, grill, share a meal and relax together in our covered outdoor kitchen and dining cabana.

Fast Fiber Wi-Fi
Reliable 200 Mbps fiber-optic internet with battery backup makes Casa Vistas del Rio a comfortable choice for remote work and longer stays.

Come experience Sámara the Pura Vida way.

Signature Owner
Tropical lap pool at Casa Vistas del Rio in Sámara Costa Rica

Casitas

from $95 per night (+taxes and fees)

Barrigona Casita

The Barrigona Casita like all our Deluxe King bed Casitas have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer a comfy king bed and newly remodeled en-suite with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $95 per night (+taxes and fees)

King Casita • Tropical Pool • Sámara, Costa Rica

Peaceful King Casita Near Sámara & Playa Carrillo

Trade the crowds for a peaceful tropical retreat in the hills above Sámara.

The Carrillo Casita at Casa Vistas del Rio is a comfortable private king-bed casita surrounded by tropical gardens and Costa Rican wildlife, with easy access to some of Guanacaste’s most beautiful beaches.

Playa Sámara is approximately a 4-minute drive away, while Playa Carrillo, Playa Barrigona and other Pacific beaches are close enough to make exploring easy.

Your casita has a private entrance, comfortable king bed, air conditioning, ceiling fan, remodeled en-suite bathroom with a large shower, Smart TV and coffee/tea station.

Outside, enjoy the property’s large lap pool, tropical courtyard, loungers, outdoor shower and covered outdoor kitchen and dining cabana.

This is the kind of place where your day can be as adventurous—or as lazy—as you want.

Surf in the morning. Explore a hidden beach. Watch monkeys in the trees. Cool off in the pool. Then settle in for a quiet evening surrounded by nature.

INCLUDED
Private king-bed casita
Private en-suite bathroom
Air conditioning
Fast fiber-optic Wi-Fi
Smart TV
Coffee and tea station
Large tropical lap pool
Shared outdoor kitchen and dining cabana
BBQ and outdoor shower
Free gated parking
Tropical gardens and wildlife

Beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel equipment, SBS, ATVs and other equipment are also available to rent.

from $175 per night (+taxes and fees)

2 Casita Package

The 2 Casita Package consists of two of our Deluxe King bed Casitas that have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer comfy king beds and newly remodeled en-suites with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $260 per night (+taxes and fees)

3 Casita Package

The 3 Casita Package consists of three of our Deluxe King bed Casitas that have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer comfy king beds and newly remodeled en-suites with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $95 per night (+taxes and fees)

Samara Casita

The Samara Casita is one of our Deluxe King bed Casitas that have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer comfy king beds and newly remodeled en-suites with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $95 per night (+taxes and fees)

Barrigona Casita

The Barrigona Casita like all our Deluxe King bed Casitas have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer a comfy king bed and newly remodeled en-suite with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $95 per night (+taxes and fees)

King Casita • Tropical Pool • Sámara, Costa Rica

Peaceful King Casita Near Sámara & Playa Carrillo

Trade the crowds for a peaceful tropical retreat in the hills above Sámara.

The Carrillo Casita at Casa Vistas del Rio is a comfortable private king-bed casita surrounded by tropical gardens and Costa Rican wildlife, with easy access to some of Guanacaste’s most beautiful beaches.

Playa Sámara is approximately a 4-minute drive away, while Playa Carrillo, Playa Barrigona and other Pacific beaches are close enough to make exploring easy.

Your casita has a private entrance, comfortable king bed, air conditioning, ceiling fan, remodeled en-suite bathroom with a large shower, Smart TV and coffee/tea station.

Outside, enjoy the property’s large lap pool, tropical courtyard, loungers, outdoor shower and covered outdoor kitchen and dining cabana.

This is the kind of place where your day can be as adventurous—or as lazy—as you want.

Surf in the morning. Explore a hidden beach. Watch monkeys in the trees. Cool off in the pool. Then settle in for a quiet evening surrounded by nature.

INCLUDED
Private king-bed casita
Private en-suite bathroom
Air conditioning
Fast fiber-optic Wi-Fi
Smart TV
Coffee and tea station
Large tropical lap pool
Shared outdoor kitchen and dining cabana
BBQ and outdoor shower
Free gated parking
Tropical gardens and wildlife

Beach chairs, umbrellas, snorkel equipment, SBS, ATVs and other equipment are also available to rent.

from $95 per night (+taxes and fees)

Samara Casita

The Samara Casita is one of our Deluxe King bed Casitas that have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer comfy king beds and newly remodeled en-suites with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $175 per night (+taxes and fees)

2 Casita Package

The 2 Casita Package consists of two of our Deluxe King bed Casitas that have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer comfy king beds and newly remodeled en-suites with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

from $260 per night (+taxes and fees)

3 Casita Package

The 3 Casita Package consists of three of our Deluxe King bed Casitas that have large windows to help you take a panoramic view of the pool, tropical courtyard and nature. We offer comfy king beds and newly remodeled en-suites with large shower in each casita, which brings relaxation to you after a long day. Fast and reliable WIFI Fiber Optic connection.

Each Casita has its own entrance, washroom (en-suite), comfy king bed, Netflix Smart TV, coffee and tea station and many room amenities at hand for your convenience. The courtyard completes your experience with a full outdoor Kitchen and dining cabana, BBQ, large lap pool, outdoor shower and many other amenities. The property is first-rate for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, and families. Sámara is an ideal tropical getaway; you will fall in love with this area.

The Property & Amenities

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Courtyard & Pool

The Casitas surround the beautiful tropical courtyard & pool.

Our pool is the centerpiece of our property and the main guest gathering point. Guests gather here to enjoy the topical landscaping and share stories from the day’s adventures. After all, part of living is sharing your experiences with others. The community we have here at Casa Vistas del Rio is a close one filled with laughter, love, and friendship.

Relax, unwind, and enjoy the Pura Vida lifestyle at Casa Vistas del Rio.

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Outdoor Kitchen & Dining

The full outdoor kitchen and dining Cabana is fully equipped with new appliances and is solely for the guests.

Immerse yourself into traditional Costa Rica cooking.

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Local Wildlife

The property is teeming with wildlife including monkeys, tropical birds, pizotes and iguanas.

This country is world-renowned for its abundant and diverse exotic Costa Rica wildlife. With over 500,000 species of wild animals, many rare, endangered and endemic, Costa Rica animals are some of the most diverse in the world. From the adorable sloths to playful monkeys, tiny colorful tree frogs to mammoth 16 foot crocodiles; from endangered Jaguars to tiny wild jungle cats; from prehistoric iguanas to the rainbow of more than 918 species of tropical birds; from gentle giants like the whale shark and giant sea turtle to tiny snakes and frogs.

Blue Zones

Blue Zones

Casa Vistas del Rio is located in one of five “Blue Zones” around the world. What is a Blue Zone? According to Dan Buettner, Blue Zones are areas around the world where people generally have low rates of chronic disease and live longer than anywhere else on the planet. So if living a longer healthier life sounds good to you, perhaps you should be spending more time at Casa Vistas del Rio!

The Advantages

Large Courtyard Lap Pool

Soak up the sun in our courtyard on comfy loungers or take a dip in the large pool. Need a break from the sun, no problem, take a sip of your favorite cocktail under our poolside kitchen and dining cabana.

Book Now to Secure Availability

All the Casitas book fast during the dry season, secure your availability!

Restaurants and Beach Bars

Casa Vistas del Rio is 4 minutes from Samara, a family orientated beach town with world-class cuisine and pubs. You will never be disappointed.

Free Wi-Fi Available

Free, Fast (200Mbps) and reliable fiber optic internet. Uninterruptible Battery Backup during power outages.

Beachtown Attractions

Minutes away from 3 world class beaches (playa Samara, Carrillo, Barrigona). Samara has trendy boutique shops, tour operators, surrounding forests and wildlife.

Free and Secure parking

Free, secure and safe parking on the property behind locked gate.

Featured Extra Services/Rentals

Playa Carrillo

The Playa Carrillo BBQ picnic package

Snorkel playa Samara

Snorkel gear Rentals

surfing samara beach

Beach Rentals

Honda Fourtrax ATV

Vehicle Rentals

Policy & Notes

PAYMENT SCHEDULE

50% due at time of booking. Remaining balance due 60 days before arrival.

DAMAGE DEPOSIT

A refundable damage deposit of $150 is due for the casitas and $1000 for the whole home.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Cancellations within 24 hours of booking are 100% refundable, 30 days or more prior to check-in receive a 50% refund and less than 30 days, no refund.

CHECK IN / OUT

3:00 PM / 10:00 AM

Share your Experiences

A warm welcome by the great host Mike at a lovely hotel with 3 rooms near to Samara away from the noise and in the middle of nature.

Mike’s place is a really nice place. We really enjoyed our stay here, since it’s a bit hidden in the forest you can see a lot of animals. We saw howler monkeys, black toucans and some army ants helped clean up the garden. The room was nice, comfy and absolutely clean. We really enjoyed the outdoor kitchen and the really big pool. Mike is quick to response and always keeping some space so that we had a lot of privacy. One thing to note: You should have a vehicle if you’re planning to observe the surrounding since there’s no town bus, just town to town. We highly recommend this place and will surely return one day!

This place felt great. I rested really well here. Great jumping off point to explore locally, within a short drive to town or further drive to Nosara. Really clean, not uptight clean, just genuine attention to detail. The host was authentic and had good local tips. Loved the pool. The outdoor kitchen had all one would need and felt good to use. Felt like a safe private setting. Other guests that were staying at the place had a nice community area to interact in, which felt great. Would highly recommend this stay as its setting felt really good. Quiet, peaceful. Almost tranquil, though I would not say that with the monkey’s until I would get used to sleeping with their sound 😉 Which made for great dreams!

Highly recommend this place. We spent there 1month with our little kiddo and we had a great time. House is beautiful situated surrounded by nature, feels like in the middle of rainforest but than it’s really close to city Samara -literally 5min by car. Mike is really welcoming and knows a lot about the area. Everything was even better than we expected.

Accommodation – check. Scenery – check. Pool – check. Yes this could be the most perfect place to be in the world!

This is a lovely place to stay so private yet very close to Samara beach, restaurants and shops. A hidden gem, large pool , well stocked cooking and eating area with excellent internet and host interaction. Great stay Mike. Many thanks