I found this hotel by chance! I had not made any reservations, nor did I know where I was going to stay when I made the sudden decision to go to Samara. When I was let out the bus from San Jose which was a 4-5 hour drive, I just grabbed my luggage and started walking around this little beach... more

I puposely waited a couple of months before sitting down to give this feedback, because it would have been much worse closer to our stay. This was a very disappointing experience. I had high hopes based on (most of) the other reviews and the fact that it was on the Travelers Choice list. I was traveling with my husband and... more

This would have to be THE BEST place to spend your time in Playa Samara.It was exactly what we were looking for. beach front location, near the shops, clean nice rooms.Friendly owner makes you feel at home. Will definitely stay here again!!! more

Staying at Locanda was just great! Everything from the location on one of Costa Rica's most beautiful beaches to the rooms, the staff and Locanda's great restaurant made my stay there a wonderful experience! The staff was especially nice, they helped me make the most of my stay in Samara, and gave me lots of great tips about traveling in... more

I spent three days at Locanda with a friend during our trip in Costa Rica and we had a great time there! Our room was clean and comfortable, straight out onto the beach. The staff was incredibly friendly and kind to us, giving us tips for the rest of the journey. We ate delicious seafood at Locanda's restaurant , which... more

When we arrived in Playa Samara, we were so excited by the prospect of having a few days to do nothing but relax on a beautiful beach. That feeling didn't last though! One glimpse of the accomodation at Locanda and those feelings evaporated! One sniff off the back balcony, and I was depressed. A group of squatters were washing their... more

We booked into the Locanda based on photos and Tripadvisor recommendations. When we arrived, I thought we must have been at the wrong location. Apart from the front facade, nothing was as was pictured. Our apartment smelled musty and wasn't very clean. There was a kitchen table but no chairs. No towels. We had to request them and what we... more

Nice place, clean, easy to reach, and great restautrant on the beach... Free WIFI, is a big plus , and the overall quality of the place is very good... the service is the best by far in samara , english speaking... i had a great time there, coming back for sure ... more

Location - perfectly located at the beach and close to grocery, restaurants and internet café’s! Staff –professional, multi-lingual ,courteous, quick, friendly, flexible and very helpful. Rooms – clean and spacious and have wireless internet access (also accessible from beach restaurant). Food – breakfast, lunch and dinner are delicious! Everything is fresh & there is plenty to choose from. Cocktails –... more