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Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand!

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Pool
Beach nearby, beach umbrellas

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 256 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Playa Samara, Guanacaste
  • Samara Beach
    3 min walk
  • La Selva
    10 min drive
  • Carrillo Beach
    10 min drive
  • Carrillo (PLD)
    9 min drive

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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.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Samara Beach. The condo includes amenities such as free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned condo with private pool, kitchen and washer/dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Samara Beach and 10 minutes by car from Carrillo Beach
Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sámara condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Patrick

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • 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

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

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

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests will receive lockbox information. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Unique 4th Floor Penthouse Getaway, Stunning Views, Steps To Sand! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 46 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sumaya D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard k.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

pradeep

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
We stayed for 1 week & enjoyed the accommodation, the local restaurants & the beautiful beach. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Great views of Samara beach and great location
Stayed 44 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fab days in Samara
Five great days looking out over the ocean from our top floor.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Loved it
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
There’s construction right next door. So all The outdoor spaces were unusable because of noise pollution. I thought it’d be ok because I’m from nyc…. It’s much louder and really takes away from the view ans everything else it has to offer. It was so loud I couldn’t even have a conversation with my friends right next to me. The owner only refunded half of the last night saying he has written it down. So- it’s much worse than what is written when it is experienced. Not worth going to a peaceful place to get bothered by loud obtrusive construction noises. Really defeats the purpose.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ralph P., Düsseldorf

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Excellent property, professionally managed, very kind manager
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla A., Yukon, OK

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Samara!
Great location on the west side of Samara beach. Awesome views from the porch area with lots of birds and howler monkeys. Very quiet area as this condo is away from the center of town but very easy to get into town and very close to the beach (5 min walk and you're there). Also great sodas located close by.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patsy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was great!
The Condo was great! We loved the location, it was walking distance to everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sean M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Paradise!
If you are reading this, do yourself a favor and press the BOOK IT button and then come back to this review. I am giving Patrick's property across-the-board 5 stars but, in truth, I wanted to give one or two 4 star ratings because I feel the listing UNDER sells this property. Located 10 min (if you're walking slowly) from the city center on a quiet street, this beautiful property has it all: view, location, wonderfully clean and welcoming spaces, privacy and a delightful plunge pool when it just gets too hot in the late afternoon. The team who manage the property were 100% responsive and their lovely warmth and welcoming natures made us feel right-at-home. We stayed in the top floor and while the patio is 'shared' we essentially had it to ourselves. The deep patio provides shelter from the sun and the lovely furniture (no expense spared!) welcomed our tired bodies and gave us a safe place to rest and recharge. Evenings are lovely there too as you can enjoy the sunset, the view of the the bay, and shelter from the topical rains. Waking to the monkeys in the trees behind the building with utter privacy is a delight, the bathroom and living space are well designed, and the entire area feels soft -- like being hugged by that lovely uncle or aunt who hold you tenderly and lovingly. Honestly, I cannot be more complimentary!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

JON N., Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
oasis
We were looking for a quiet, relaxing place and found it in condo Dahlia. Just a few hundred yards to the beach and about 1/4 mile walk to town, it is perfectly situated. The huge shared balcony right outside our door gave us roomy outdoor space whether sharing with one of the neighbors or enjoying by ourselves. The locked, covered parking spot and Denis' presence help you feel very secure. The beach chairs, umbrella, and towels were a nice add-on, making excursions to the beach easy and comfortable. The only downside for some (not for us) would be the 77 steps you must climb each time you return to the condo. But the trade off is the view. It goes on and on. Good job, Patrick, on creating a nice vacation oasis. One we hope to return to some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

John K., Bend USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Just fantastic
Wonderful people, great property, will return soon
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Penthouse in Paradise
This delightful condo is loaded with amenities and located within walking distance to beach and town. Clean, bright, and modern, we were very happy to stay here. The top floor location has a million dollar view and a huge covered patio out front and a shady deck out back with a fan to keep you cool while watching the howler monkeys troop through every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alexander X.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful oasis
Very clean and organize. Great location just outside of town
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Fantastic location and stunning view.
The condo was perfect and well-equipped for the two of us, close to town and the beach. Very clean and well maintained. We never used the car once we arrived, we walk to town and the beach every day. Patrick even provided chairs for us to take to the beach. We enjoyed watching the howler monkeys who lived in the trees behind the Condo. We can’t wait to come back next year .
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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!
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

tarja K.

Stunning condo inside and out
We had the pleasure of staying in Patrick's brand new condo for 6 nights..It was heaven.The kitchen is well equipped with a functional layout.The outdoor eating area was nice to sit at and watch the monkeys in the trees above.The fridge had an ice maker which came in handy for going to the beach with a cooler.The modern shower had plenty of hot water.The bedroom had massive closets and a comfortable bed for a perfect nights sleep.The pool area was clean and had an outdoor grill.The condo has lots of windows and two outdoor sitting areas .Watching sunrise from the veranda was a highlight. The grocery store is walking distance and the beach is just down the road about 200 meters.Patrick also provided beach chairs .This was a nice touch. .Laura,,Xenia and Denis work very hard to maintain this property and we're such a pleasure to talk to.We will definitely return.pura vida
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dominique D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
All we needed, really good people
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024