Samara, Costa Rica Hotels, Vacations, Tourism

For sheer size, and for safety for swimming, SÁMARA , 30km southwest of Nicoya, is probably the best beach in Costa Rica, especially now that local residents and visitors have tackled the litter problem that once plagued its wide, flat sands. The waves break on a reef about a kilometre out, so the water near the shore is actually quite calm. It's also a great place to relax, and its distance from the capital means it's quieter than the more accessible Pacific beaches. more »