[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire condo # Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! Condo with private pool, a short walk to Samara Beach ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34160800/34160733/06d8c36b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34160800/34160733/94794017.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34160800/34160733/3e9a74aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, beach umbrellas](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34160800/34160733/4bcacb5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34160800/34160733/487fe08a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Samara Beach, Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! provides a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire condo 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2600 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Pool - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! Welcome to 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 one-bed, one-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! This condo interacts with the other condos in that it is on the fourth floor in a four-story building. The fourth floor has Condo Dahlia but 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 Samara neighborhood of Cangrejal, on the north end of the bay of Samara. 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. A neighborhood like Sámara is safe in general. However, always be aware of your personal belongings on the beach or in public. Please be safe 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. The space inside Condo Dahlia can be described as simple, modern, clean, and relaxing. The giant floor to ceiling windows that face the mountain forest are the biggest picture frame you could have! There is a private roofed balcony with furniture that acts as the dining area to enjoy this view from. There are big windows in the condo facing the beach and ocean as well. You are free to use the shared Congo Lounge. It will feel like your own space and most of the time it will be but please remember it is shared. The bed is an upscale pillow top and the linens are fine 300+ thread count. The open floor plan allows for easy movement, relaxation, and enjoyment of the view. There are two individual a/c units to keep you cool. 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. Great for couples who don't mind the stairs to get to added privacy, views, and a real tree-house feel. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach umbrellas ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the condo: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - DVD player - Netflix - Streaming services - TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished balcony/patio - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Work spaces - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the sea ### 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 - Garden - Unit size: 600 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42440000/42436700/42436695/81753182.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming I bedroom with kitchen apartment 2 blocks from the beach. 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Walk to the beach or town. Sámara - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 47 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=71016581&PinnedHotelID=71016581&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## 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 The host will greet guests on arrival You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules No Smoking! You may smoke outside on the balconies; please use ashtrays and be courteous of other guests. Only originally registered guests are allowed to habitat overnight. No outside guests. Please communicate to Patrick or the administrator if there is anything broken or not working, or if you lost anything during your stay. ### Access methods Host will greet you, lockbox ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 8fd2d57e-e0b7-4222-9454-272671f41c79 Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway Stunning Views Steps Sand New ## About the area Located in Sámara, this condo is near the beach. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Museo Islita, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal. [Visit our Sámara travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara.dx601385) [View more Condo rentals in Sámara](https://www.expedia.ca/Samara-Condos.d601385-aaCondos.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C9.88171%2C-85.52586&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=BFN1KNZ00tRncYEMZ1e2JfrFz4k=) Playa Samara, Guanacaste ### What's nearby - Samara Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Carrillo Beach - 12 min drive - 6.4 km - Buena Vista Beach - 13 min drive - 7.8 km - Playa Barrigona - 13 min drive - 8.5 km - Garza Beach - 20 min drive - 16.9 km ### Getting around - Nosara (NOB) - 58 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬1 min walk - ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min walk - ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬5 min walk - ‪Restaurante y Pizzeria Locanda - ‬4 min walk - ‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! located? > Situated by the sea, this condo building is 0.2 mi (0.2 km) from Samara Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of Carrillo Beach and Buena Vista Beach. Playa Barrigona and Playa Barco Quebrado are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 46 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ### 6.0/10 Amenities ### 6.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig M. May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot with awesome views Patrick and Hilda were great hosts the place was as advertised great views top porch was amazing walking distance to town safe location Parking was nice to have and secure note no elevator so you get a nice workout with your luggage. We hope to have an opportunity to return ##### Craig M. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dominique D. Dec 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place All we needed, really good people ##### Dominique D. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia R. Mar 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Monkeys in Samara We so enjoyed our stay in the Dalia suite the view is incredible! And because the suite is on the top floor we were able to watch the monkeys up close!! Patrick is a wonderful host. ##### Patricia R. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy D. Jan 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Enjoyed our stay We stayed for 1 week & enjoyed the accommodation, the local restaurants & the beautiful beach. Had a great time. ##### Nancy D. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sumaya D. Aug 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Visit It was a very good location. Very clean and an amazing view. Patrick wad a wonderful host and very helpful. We loved the place we will come back again ##### Sumaya D. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jen Jul 8, 2023 #### A Perfect Home away from Home Staying at Alta Vista condominiums truly made our vacation in Samara PERFECT. Their attention to detail, incredible location, and stunning rooftop views made us feel like we had won the vacation lottery :) Thank you for providing such a perfect place to stay! ##### Jen ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart Oct 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property is amazing. The owner Patrick is extremely accommodating and kind. I would recommend this property to anyone who is looking for a great time in the Samara region. ##### Stuart Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Russell T. Oct 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise Great views of Samara beach and great location ##### Russell T. Stayed 44 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill S. Mar 15, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fab days in Samara Five great days looking out over the ocean from our top floor. ##### Bill S. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexander X. May 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful oasis Very clean and organize. Great location just outside of town ##### Alexander X. Stayed 5 nights in May 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jul 10, 2023 #### Alta Vista Wonderful location and accommodations. Patrick was very personable and gave us some great local recommendations. Maintenance and cleanliness were outstanding. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ralph P., Düsseldorf Dec 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Excellent property, professionally managed, very kind manager ##### Ralph P. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen B. Jul 10, 2023 #### Awesome times in Dahlia This was our 4th time at Alta Vista Condos. We just love it there. The beach is amazing and steps away, monkeys hang out in the back and new this year is the resident Macaw. We’ll be back again! ##### Colleen B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### mathew r. Mar 20, 2024 #### Penthouse in Paradise Highly recommend this private oasis a stone’s skip away from truly one of the prettiest beaches I’ve been too. The facility is prefect and the staff took great care of us. If Costa Rica is calling, than Alta Vista is Samara is a must. ##### mathew r. ### 10/10 Excellent #### richard k. Feb 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Wonderful little place for two. Great functional kitchen with new full size Appliances and everything you need to cook for yourself. We would go back for sure. ##### richard k. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason C. Dec 3, 2019 #### Mr Alta Vista lives up to its name with the best views in town! Patrick and his team are amazing. This property is so well kept and provides every luxury. All the way down to beach chairs and coolers! Epic stay, thanks! ##### Jason C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie A. Mar 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Alta Vista Stayed for almost a month. Has everything you need to relax and enjoy your time. Lots of stairs to the top floor but worth it for the view. Very secure building and close to beach and town. The large deck was a huge bonus. Would have felt claustrophobic without it. Any issues were dealt with immediately. ##### Laurie A. Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo Ann D. Aug 4, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Condo We stayed here for a month during a Spanish immersion class, and couldn't have been happier. The street where the condo is located is on a dead-end street so there is very little traffic, yet it's close to town and the beach so we were able to walk everywhere. The condo itself is well-equipped and maintained very well--any problems we had were promptly addressed. There is a manager on-site so we were well taken care of. The view was outstanding! All in all, a great stay. I heartily recommend staying here if you're in Samara. ##### Jo Ann D. Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021 ### 2/10 Terrible #### pradeep Feb 13, 2023 Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication this is a terrible choice. there is no elevator to the 4th floor, AC cuts off a lot, super tiny room with a small bed. the pull out sofa is not a pull out sofa, its a bunch of crappy cushions. they ask you to account for each and every item in the unit on a 4 page printed list and will charge you even if everything was turned back ok. ##### pradeep ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy G. Mar 10, 2018 #### Modern Beautiful Condo The views are stunning, front is a horse ranch and the beach. The back is trees w lots of monkeys. The condo is beautiful w large windows to enjoy the views including the shower. The on site staff are wonderful at their job and wonderful people. The location is great. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend these condos. Next is the only issue we had 👇🏻 There is a lot of steps to the condo. Make sure w Laura, upon your arrival someone is there to help w the bags. Laura assisted by 1) making a joke to our cab driver to help w the bags. He offered (we would have paid after our long journey) she laughed and told him to leave 2) carrying two grocery bags up and leaving them outside. When I mentioned to her she left them outside, she replied “well I don’t know what’s in there”. Upon our arrival Laura said we were probably late because we have gone food shopping. I have the email where Laura recommended going food shopping. This doesn’t make her a bad person, just be very clear w details when scheduling your arrival. Also, there is a pool to enjoy. Enjoy your modern condo! ##### Amy G. Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2018 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike B., Up in Northern WI, not too far from Minneapolis Feb 15, 2024 #### The best place to stay for miles around Playa Samara. I have been staying at Alta Vista Condos since January 2016. The accommodations are excellent, convenient to everything, so close to the beach, on-site, covered, secure parking, a sparkling pool, and daily maintained.. I have never heard any complaints From a guest, not counting when it is time to leave. The view of The beach is always beautiful, at at sunrise magnificent! You have everything you need right there. Whether you like to prepare you meals, or sample the local restaurants. Everything is close by. Patrick and Hilda are amazing, well respected members of the community, and they are present and helpful in every way to make sure your visit is as good as possible. Of course I’ll. Be back at Alta Vista as soon as possible. ##### Mike B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca M. Jul 10, 2023 #### Wonderful Condo! This was our second stay at Alta Vista but our first time in Dahlia. We loved this condo! It's perfect for 2 people and has everything you need. There is lots of natural light and private outdoor space to enjoy the surrounding nature, and you can't beat the view from the Congo Lounge. As an added bonus, climbing the stairs to this condo is great exercise. Patrick, Hilda, Miguel and Xinia are a great team, making you feel welcome as soon as you arrive. We can't wait to come back! ##### Rebecca M. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kerri F. Nov 27, 2022 #### Best location in Samara We recently stayed 4 nights in Condo Dahlia. For us it was the perfect location. You are only a few blocks from the beach with a beautiful ocean view overlooking a pasture with cows and horses. On the walk to the beach we would pass chickens, dogs, free roaming horses and one time howler monkeys in the trees. You are away from the busy downtown, but can easily walk there. There are a few good sodas nearby. We loved the unit, especially the Congo lounge. We were lucky in that we mostly had the lounge to ourselves, only one time did we have other people up there. The staff were very nice and I sure appreciated Miguel carrying my heavy suitcase up and down the 4 flights of stairs. Samara was a fun town and if we ever return we would definitely stay here. ##### Kerri F. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grega Apr 27, 2022 #### Amazing! What a fantastic experience we had at Alta Vista Condominiums this month! We were fortunate enough to stay in Condo Dahlia, the 4th floor penthouse, and we are so happy we did. We used the kitchen to its fullest and enjoyed breakfast every morning on our own private balcony at the back of the building surrounded by trees (and monkeys, and iguanas, etc.!). Thank goodness for the air conditioning units -- it was really hot in Samara this month! The air conditioning was super reliable, since we paid close attention to Patrick and Hilda's instructions on how to use it. The lovely roof-top terrace was also the perfect hang-out; there was always a beautiful breeze up there, no matter how hot the day became. Great staff here, too -- Dona Xinia did a wonderful job keeping our rooms clean. These condo units are perfectly located -- five minutes to the beach, and fifteen minutes into town -- so you can easily do without a car, if you are just looking for a relaxing getaway. Samara is a really great little town -- we felt very safe, and the people are so friendly and helpful. There's a real mix of tourists -- young families, hikers and backpackers, surfers, retirees -- and the locals make everyone feel welcome. If you are thinking of travelling to Costa Rica, do yourself a favour and check out Alta Vista Condominiums... we definitely recommend it! ##### Grega This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colleen B. Apr 3, 2022 #### Spectacular We’ve stayed at this Condo 3 times now and will definitely be back. The view is amazing and the condo is modern, clean and well stocked. The support staff were brilliant. Hilda coordinates transports, bikes rentals and met us at checkin. Miguel kept the grounds and pool clean daily. He opened the garage door for us whenever we went out with our bikes. He was so thoughtful and helpful. Xania came to clean 2 times a week and did an amazing job. The condo is truly steps from the beach and located far enough from Samara centre that it was quiet but close enough to walk into town. AC worked great and is essential as our 10 days were sunny and hot every day. 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