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Condo Amapola: 'Best Condo in Samara' Steps to the Sand. Exquisite Beach+Ocean Views!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Playa Samara, Guanacaste
  • Samara Beach
    14 min walk
  • Buena Vista Beach
    20 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona
    30 min drive
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    14 min drive

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About the area

Sámara

With a stay at this condo in Sámara, you'll be by the sea and 14 minutes by foot from Samara Beach. .This condo is 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Carrillo Beach and 5.4 mi (8.6 km) from Buena Vista Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 16 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 20 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 30 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Garza Beach - 37 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Malehu - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Condo Amapola: 'Best Condo in Samara' Steps to the Sand. Exquisite Beach+Ocean Views!

Discover the prime spot in Samara at Alta Vista Condos! Revel in breathtaking ocean views steps from the beach. Ideal for families or couples seeking relaxation or a productive remote work setting. With amenities like WiFi, A/C, and a pool, we ensure a comfortable stay. Experience a safe, clean, spacious, and modern retreat in this two-bed, two-bath condo. We are dedicated to making your Costa Rican beach vacation hassle-free and enjoyable. Don't miss out, book now to secure your spot!
Great for families who want fewer stairs to climb and easier access to the pool! 2bd/2ba, queen

This condo interacts with the other condos in that it is on the first floor in a four story building. The front section of the fourth floor is the called the Congo Lounge and it is open to all guests. There are tables, chairs, sofas and hammocks, as well as amazing views, ocean breezes, and howler monkeys hanging from the nearby trees!
Alta Vista is in the Sámara neighborhood of Cangrejal, on the north end of the bay of Sámara. Cangrejal is a Costa Rican neighborhood, an old fishing village, and is very quiet with no loud music or bars. There is a great casual restaurant in Cangrejal just down the street towards the beach from Alta Vista called "La Perla" which offers great healthy local cuisine at reasonable prices. Two blocks away from Alta Vista opposite the beach is a popular supermarket named "La Iguana Verde", a medium size grocery and liquor store. The neighborhood like Sámara is safe in general. However always be aware of your personal belongings on the beach or in public. Please be safe yourself and considerate to the other guests of the building by closing and locking your parking garage gate.
Before you arrive, please message Hilda & Patrick using the Airbnb messenger with your arrival time. It will help to exchange phone numbers at that point so you can call Hilda when you pass through Nicoya on your way to Samara. Nicoya is 50 minutes away and lets Hilda know your exact arrival time. When you pull up, you will see the sign on the front door: Alta Vista Condominiums, and the four-story building. If you’ve called us from Nicoya, we’ll be waiting to open the parking gate for you! Our friendly administrator Hilda will greet you with the keys and begin your check-in.


Introducing Condo Amapola, a contemporary 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat. Each bedroom features a queen bed, complemented by a queen size pull-out sofa sleeper in the living room, accommodating a maximum of 6 guests. Positioned on the first floor, Amapola boasts a modern and serene ambiance. The expansive floor-to-ceiling windows offer a captivating beach and ocean view, creating a picturesque setting. Relax on the private balcony furnished for optimal enjoyment of this stunning vista. The beds and linens exude luxury, ensuring a comfortable stay. The open floor plan facilitates easy movement, relaxation, and seamless appreciation of the surrounding scenery. With three individual air conditioning units, your comfort is guaranteed. Welcome to a haven where modernity meets tranquility.
Most guests either choose to rent a car and drive from the airport to Alta Vista or take some sort of private transportation. I do not recommend local transportation; you'd be taking 3-4 buses! Just say the word and Hilda can help you make a reservation for a private shuttle van; we have a company that has been providing dependable service for almost a decade. They will meet you at the airport with your name on a sign and drive you approx. two hours to Alta Vista in a comfortable, air-conditioned van usually stocked with cold water and fresh fruit. The driver typically speaks enough English to get by. They will stop at a grocery store in Nicoya if you choose.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, which features a private pool and a flat-screen TV. There's a private furnished balcony/patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, an oven, and a stovetop. Cable programming and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Patrick

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a village

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive lockbox information
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Condo Amapola: 'Best Condo in Samara' Steps to the Sand. Exquisite Beach+Ocean Views! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Alta Vista
We had a great stay at Alta Vista. Patrick and Hilda were amazing owners. Tonya and Miguel were great as well. We went turtle watching ( laying eggs on beach and heading back to Ocean), dolphin and whale watching, Sámara trail hiking. We also watched the monkeys in the trees at Alta Vista. The beach and town were walkable distances. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and location
We had a good time and would recommend to others. Easy walk to beach and quiet neighborhood. Kitchen was in good shape and had adequate dishes, cutlery and pots and pans. Grill was a nice plus. Samara is a quaint little town with lots of activity. Very tourist oriented. We were able to schedule activities easily. Only negative was lack of washer and dryer (other than laundry services offered for a fee) and television service which required us to bring our own DVD (I missed in welcome letter sent by owner before trip).
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just right!
A wonderful experience because of Partick and his amazing property! He and his team are too notch and so easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
We ended our trip for 3 nights at this property. The location was perfect, the condo was immaculate, and Hilda (who checked us in and out) was quick to respond and extremly helpful. We will be returning, but next time for a longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan G., Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
We had booked five nights but only stayed two but not due to problem with the property had an emergency at home and had to leave. The property was great and had everything we needed. It was so hot when we got there and was nice to have AC. If I could make recommendation it would be more pillows and had trouble with AC working in bedroom. We loved rooftop deck and location. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
Beautiful views of the beach and a real Guanacaste ranch across the street (we enjoyed watching a vaquero wrangle a horse one morning!). Very comfortable - great a/c and bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen. 3 minute easy walk to the beach. We liked that it was quiet - apart from "downtown" Samara but a 10 minute walk there. Thoughtful owner and great staff. Easy check-in, very secure. Loved Soda La Perla around the corner too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay and the owner was very good at responding to things that came up and provided lots of good recommendations in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Look no further....
We had such a marvelous stay in Samara, and that was due in large part to Alta Vista Condominiums. Our condo was clean, and Patrick, Hilda, and Xena were fantastic! We had plenty of room to spread out, and we felt comfortable instantly. The pool is amazing, and we swam every day we were in Samara. We even saw a family of howler monkeys in the tree above the condo! The rooftop deck/lounge is super-relaxing. I could have spent a whole day in those hammocks... All of that said, what really sets this place apart is its location. It's an easy 5-minute walk to one of the most beautiful beaches I've seen in my life. It's close enough to town to get there in a few minutes, but far enough away to feel quiet, peaceful and secluded. Thank you, Patrick--your place is lovely and the hard work that you and your team do to keep it in great shape really shows!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay in perfect location
We absolutely loved our stay at Alta Vista Condominiums. The property manager, Hilda, was fabulous——very responsive, kind and helpful. Check in was easy and we were impressed by the thorough yet efficient orientation to the property. The location is perfection: a three minute walk to the beach and about ten minutes to the downtown, and it was nice & quiet. It was also very secure/gated. We were thrilled to see some adorable howler monkeys in the trees next to the building one morning. Lastly, the view is perfection—-looking out at horses grazing in the pasture directly across from the property while enjoying the ocean view just beyond. Our only suggestion for improvement would be to have some light blankets for added comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family trip to Samara
We had such a great time at Alta Vista Condo and Samara. Patrick's place is wonderful: comfortable, clean, well stocked, spacious and perfect location. We loved the afternoon shade at the pool aftet returning from the beach. Easy walk to the beach and town. Samara is such a great town with an authentic feel with lots of great restaurants. Also, Patos surf school is a great choice. Overall perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend!
We loved AltaVista! It is large, clean and bright and has everything you need. The location is perfect, just a quick drive to all the shops and restaurants in Samara but away from the crowds. There are a couple of restaurants (sodas) within walking distance. The beach is huge and beautiful, only about a 5 minute walk down the road. Everything you need for the beach is supplied in the condo. Hilda, the administrator, is wonderful and very responsive. The security at the condominium is excellent, especially the covered parking garage. The rooftop common lounge area is an added bonus, as is the small pool in the front. The front of the building gets intense direct sun first thing in the morning. There are blackout shades for the front rooms but they do have spaces where the sun comes through, so bring a sleep mask if you want to sleep late. Wasn’t a problem for us as we used the back bedroom and there were only the 2 of us, plus we are early risers. We wish we could have stayed longer, we will definitely return to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsay F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pura Vida
Such a cute place close to many beautiful beaches! We loved the short walk to the beach, the view from the open top porch, the friendly and helpful staff on the property. We enjoyed the vibe of this cute beach town! It was nice to have beach chairs provided too!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

john s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Location is unreal. Place is way above costa rican standards. Can even flush the toilet paper!! Very nice spot.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L., San Francisco Bay Area

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, safe place, steps from the beach!
My family of four, including 2 boys ages 12 and 10, stayed here more than a month and really enjoyed it. The condo was plenty spacious and comfortable for us. The beach is just a 1-2 minute walk down the road. Plus the top floor shared lounge patio has an amazing view. Convenience stores and local 'soda' restaurants are within minutes walk too. The dipping pool on the ground floor is refreshing. The unit has ample space for our family of four - our sons shared a queen size bed. The howler monkeys in the surrounding trees are super cool. It's an enjoyable 20-minute walk along the beach into town. It feels safe, and Patrick and his team are super responsive to any questions and concerns. We’d love to stay here again and highly recommend the condo for a small family. It's far enough from town to have more peacefulness but close enough with a convenient, enjoyable walk along the beach.
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great host and amazing place. Recommend to visit
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Time in Samara
We absolutely loved our stay at Patrick's place. It was so clean and well managed which is not common in Costa Rica. It had everything we needed to be comfortable including ac that worked in every room, washer and dryer on property, and a full functioning kitchen with even a dishwasher and garbage disposal. The view is incredible from the balcony. Once a week the apartment was deep cleaned and another day completely sweep. It was a wonderful break from cleaning for a mom of two little kids. There were tons of clean towels, sheets, beach chairs, and even an umbrella. The apartment is a short five minute walk to beach, walking distance to a small market, and a quick bike ride to the center of town. Dennis and Hilda are the property managers who took fantastic care of us. We stayed for six weeks and it was wonderful. We love Samara!
Stayed 39 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Judi D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property in Samara
We loved our stay at Alta Vista! The condo, location, staff exceeded our expectations. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Viva Samara
Just as advertised. You'll want to come again. Denis and Laura were not just helpful but welcoming.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Francois D., Montréal

Great place
Everything was perfect. Don’t wait to book!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

B.J. D.

Samara is the perfect holiday town. Not too big and touristy.
Location location location. Perfect for beach lovers. The condo was clean and comfortable and the staff lovely
Stayed 18 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul E., Brantford

Perfect. Great Place to Stay
We arrived in Samana on December 2 and stayed to December 12th/2018. This was our second visit to Samana. We had another great stay. The Owner ( Patrick ) was staying at the condo when we arrived and he was very helpful and friendly. The condo was in a great location. It was close to the beach as well as to the small village of Playa Samana. We could walk to the local restaurants or grocery stores. The condo was very comfortable and had everything you needed. The condo even had beach chairs and towels for the beach. It was always nice to go to the beach for the day and then come back to the pool and relax around it. Patrick's staff were extremely friendly and were always offering a helping hand. Laura met us at the condo on our schedule and made us feel welcome and made the checked in and check out very easy. Dennis was always around to help us and to look after the condo complex. It was a nice touch that the Patrick had arranged that a cleaning lady came in every four days to clean and change sheets and wash towels. We love the area and especially our stay here and would definitely would like to come back to this condo another time. This was a great holiday and a great place.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jordan H.

A truly enjoyable stay and location
We are still traveling in Costa Rica however stayed in Patrick's condo as our first point of connection with the country and it didn't disappoint. A modern two bedroom layout with comfortable amenities including extra pillows ( a plus for me)- all kitchen needs, dishwasher, w/d, a/c and fast internet. Private parking, bbq and a great pool for afternoon dips. Location is a 3 min walk to the beach and 10 min walk to the small town of Samara. All the while facing a field of horses and a view of the ocean. Laura, the property manager, was very helpful and available if need be and care taker Denis was kind and on hand. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Loved it!
The apartment was super nice, spacious, had everything we needed! The beds and furniture were very comfortable, and while we often didn't need AC, the units worked great when we did. Very quick owner response to inquiries, and Laura who checked us in and out, and Denis who took care of the apartment building day-to-day, were both so helpful and nice. The mid-week housekeeping service and access to the washer/dryer (shared by the 3 units) really helped us keep everything in shape. Beach/pool towels were a great touch. Of course the views are spectacular and we spent time in the 3rd floor patio (Congo Lounge) enjoying what we called "monkey hour" several evenings when a band of monkeys would make its way through the trees surrounding the back of the apartment building. Location was great! We can't wait to return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

LOCATION! LOCATION!! LOCATION!!!
We recently had the pleasure of staying at Alta Vista condominiums on our trip to Sámara! I cannot rave enough about how amazing our trip was and Alta Vista’s accommodation was a large part of that. My husband and I were traveling with our young children (2 and 4yrs old) and spend 2 weeks in the first floor condo March/April 2018. Everything was great about this condo, newer kitchen and bathrooms, comfortable beds, air conditioning, and a refreshing cooling off pool!! The condo was a block from the most beautiful beach I think I’ve ever seen! My kids didn’t even have an issue walking! Center of town was a mere 10min walk on the beach- 20 mins with kids who just wanna play in the waves! Lol. And there was a grocery store just up the road as well! We walked everywhere!! No need for a car! We honestly can’t wait to return!!! Thanks Laura and Patrick for all your help and Denis for EVERYTHING you do around there!!! It was a trip of a lifetime:) Thank you, The Martin Family
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tobie C.

Perfect location, complete up-to-date condo, great staff...don’t miss this property !
Having all the benefits of Samara right there at that condo. Denys, the handyman, is always happy to help and doesn’t hesitate tongo above and beyond in order to make your stay the best possible. Laura who’s in charge of the condo makes it a charm signing in and out. 2 rooms with one having it’s own little ensuite...A/C in every room, full kitchen, small but very well made and maintained inground pool, best view of the hauling monkeys when they travel along their daily route, 2 short minute walk to an insane beach virtually to yourself (never though Pacific water could be that hot !!)... Well, the list could go on and on... My wife and I are already planning our next visit to Costa Rica...what a change from our cold Canadian weather ! When we’ll be back, be assured that we will be targetting this exact same condo if it will be available at that time. Very safe ! You have you own parking space behind locked gates. Denys is there all night long to make sure everything remains safe. Don’t miss this place ! Close to downtown so that access to Sodas (local bistros with amazing food), shops, grocery and everything else is super easy....but far enough so you don’t get all the nightlife and traffic noise. Best of both worlds ! If you ever go there, you must the « Soda La Perla » which is a 2 minute walk from the condo. Great food and very good prices. Very generous portions for $7-$8 each. Hawaian shrimps are to die for. They don’t serve alcohol but you can bring your own of go at the little convenience store next door and buy whatever they have and bring it to the soda. Owners are super nice ! Don’t look elsewhere, take this condo ! You won’t regret it...
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018