Hotel Samsara

Lodg, 3-starCosta Ballena, Costanera Pacífico Sur, 100m Sur de la Ferretería El Colono, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504, BallenaShow on map

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7.8 · Good72 reviews

Check-in from 3:00 PMCheck-out by 11:30 AM.
Very good locationGuests rate the location 8.6 out of 10, at Costa Ballena, Costanera Pacífico Sur, 100m Sur de la Ferretería El Colono, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504.
Breakfast availableIncluded on some rates — the board is shown on each room.

Beachside Paradise

Relax on the private beach or enjoy the outdoor pool with complimentary wireless internet. With a restaurant serving satisfying meals and a bar/lounge offering your favorite drinks, Hotel Samsara ensures a delightful stay. Explore nearby attractions like Marino Ballena National Park and Uvita Beach, both within a short drive. The lodge offers laundry services, free self-parking, and air-conditioned guestrooms with free Wi-Fi and cable TV. Plan your adventures with tour/ticket assistance and end your day at the picnic area. Book now for an unforgettable beach getaway at Hotel Samsara.

What this place offers

Snorkeling nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Rafting nearby
Free breakfast
Front desk (limited hours)
Smoke-free property

Rooms

7.8

Good

Rated 7.8 out of 10 by 72 guests who stayed here.

Cleanliness7.1
Service8.5
Location8.6
Rooms7.5
Amenities7.0
Value7.8
Food & drink8.1

Guests mention

Great service from the hostGood location

Cesar
August 2025
The Host amazing, kindness, and sweet lady and helps with everything you may need.
Marlon
August 2025
Justo para lo que se necesita
El hotel queda sobre la carretera principal pero igual se puede dormir bien. El desayuno incluido es pequeño pero bueno. El hotel necesita de más mantenimiento ya que las zonas comunes y la piscina se ven descuidadas.…
Jacqueline
April 2025
Un lugar rústico redeado de naturaleza
Un Lugar bello, la ateción especial, el desayuno típico muy bueno. Un lugar rústico redeado de naturaleza que vale la pena visitar.
Daniel
February 2025
Nice place, nice pool and surrounding
Joshua
January 2025Family
the owners where fantastic will be back again
duane
January 2025
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…

Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated December 2025.

Where you’ll be

Costa Ballena, Costanera Pacífico Sur, 100m Sur de la Ferretería El Colono, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504, Ballena

Guests rate the location 8.6 out of 10 — very good.

Things to know

Cancellation

Each room shows its own terms before you pay.

Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.

Non-refundable rates are marked as such.

House rules

Check-in from 3:00 PM until 08:00 PM

Check-out by 11:30 AM

No children

No pets

No smoking anywhere on the property

The front desk is staffed during limited hours.

Pets. Pets not allowed

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Children and extra beds. No rollaway/extra beds available

Pets. Service animals not allowed

General. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

General. Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

General. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

General. Staff wears personal protective equipment

General. Property is cleaned with disinfectant

General. Social distancing measures are in place

General. Professional property host/manager

Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available

Children and extra beds. No cribs (infant beds) available

Sustainability Certifications. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

General. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Payment & property

Paid when you book, not at the desk.

Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.

The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property. Contactless check-in is available. A deposit may be required at the property.

What we’d check for you here

That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
Whether breakfast is in the rate or added at checkout, and what time it runs.
Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.

Questions about Hotel Samsara

What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Samsara?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:30 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.

Does Hotel Samsara allow pets?

No — the property states that pets are not allowed.

Is there parking at Hotel Samsara?

Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.

Does Hotel Samsara have a pool?

Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.

Is breakfast included at Hotel Samsara?

Breakfast is offered at the property. Whether it's included depends on the rate — the board type is shown on each room once you put your dates in.

Does Hotel Samsara have Wi-Fi?

Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.

Does Hotel Samsara have wheelchair accessible rooms?

The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.

How do I book Hotel Samsara?

Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.

Where is Hotel Samsara?

Costa Ballena, Costanera Pacífico Sur, 100m Sur de la Ferretería El Colono, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 60504, Ballena.

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