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Main street, Playa Samara, Costa Rica
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Hotel Giada
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Calgary, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013

We have stayed at the Giada in March 2012 and April 2013. We have enjoyed both stays. The hotel is relatively small, 25 rooms, not fancy, but very clean and comfortable. We have stayed at the back of the hotel both times and it has been very quiet. The hotel is far enough off the beach there is no noise.... More

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hotelgiada, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
25 May 2013

Thank you for your review on Trip Advisor. We was glad to have you for the second time and will looking forward to seeing you next year. We are happy that you enjoyed the hotel and restaurant as well as Playa Samara. We hope you see you back soon on your return trip to Costa Rica. More

Heredia, Costa Rica
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

Stayed 3nights, good clean accommodation, good service in restaurant eating there every night provided by efficient friendly staff. Near to beach, our room was at the back of the hotel, quiet. Don't know if the rooms facing the Main Street are subject to noise at night Will definitely visit again

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hotelgiada, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Thank you for your review on Trip Advisor. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the hotel & restaurant. We hope to see you back at Hotel Giada soon as well as for Playa Samara. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 via mobile

For the price you pay (80 USD per night) you would think you are paying much more. The rooms are very inviting and private and the property the hotel is on keeps you feeling safe. The staff is very friendly and helpful, and the breakfast included each morning is delicious! Just a short walk to Playa Samara and "main street"... More

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hotelgiada, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
17 May 2013

Thank you for the review on Trip Advisor. We are happy to hear you enjoyed Hotel Giada as well as Playa Samara. We hope you will return to Hotel Giada as well as Costa Rica. More

Timmins, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Best location in Samara. The hotel is clean, OK restaurant (everyone raves about it, even though its just OK) and the staff is very helpul. Coffee is great, but isnt it everywhere in Costa Rica? 2 pools were always clean. Rooms were spacious and "modern" for Costa Rica. Which means, if your looking for a small Costa Rica B&B style... More

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hotelgiada, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
13 May 2013

Thank you for your comments on Trip Advisor. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the hotel & restaurant. We hope you will return to Hotel Giada as well as Costa Rica soon. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013 via mobile

Very friendly and helpful staff. Rooms are very nice and clean, gardens well maintained especially around the pool at the back of the hotel. Restaurant ' s pozza is excellent, they also serve very good breakfast with lots of fresh fruit .

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giorgio c, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Thank you for you comments on Trip Advisor. We were glad to have you here as guests. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the hote as well as the restaurant and the staff. We hope you will be bacl to Hotel Giada as well as Costa Rica. More

San José, San Jose, Costa Rica
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Its was very nice, and the restuarant ie very good. It is clean and also is located very good not to far from the beach. And is a very safety place and I will recomend to anybody to stay there. The room was simple, but there were two nice swimming pools that were clean, and a restaurant in front that... More

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giorgio c, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
11 May 2013

Thank you for your comment on Trip Advisor. We were glad to have you here and that you enjoyed the hotel and the restaurant as well as Playa Samara. We hope you will return to Hotel Giada and the beaches here. More

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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

We were in Playa Samara for a wedding, and Hotel Giada was a good pick for a three day stay. The rooms were large, clean and comfortable. The road-facing restaurant serves tasty Italian fare for lunch and dinner, and 5 selections for the included breakfast. The restaurant is perfect for people watching, too. Nearby are banks, a grocery store, bodegas,... More

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giorgio c, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
12 April 2013

Thank you for your comment on Trip Advisor. We are sorry for the problem with the AC in your room and other than that we are glad that you enjoyed the hotel and restaurtant and hope you will be back to the hotel again as well as to return to Costa Rica. More

Wexford, Pennsylvania
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

My sons and I stayed at the Hotel Giada, and it was a nice experience. The room was simple, but there were two nice swimming pools that were clean, and a restaurant in front that was open to the street. Sámara is a small, simple beach town, and there isn't a lot there, and this hotel is on the main... More

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giorgio c, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Thank you for your review on Trip Advisor. We was glad to have you here at Hotel Giada and we are glad that you and your family enjoyed the hotel as well as the restaurant. We hope you see back at Hotel Giada and hope that you will return to Costa Rica. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2013

I just stayed at hotel giada for 3 nights. It was a great experience. Playa samara is great traditional Tico beach town. The hotel is a 2 minute walk from the beautiful grey sand beach of playa samara and was a lovely place to stay. The staff were great, lovely and really helpful with book tours or navigating the town...... More

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25 March 2013

Gracias por su comentario en Trip Advisor. Estábamos contentos de tenerlo aquí en el Hotel Giada se alegró de tenerlo... More

Buenos Aires, Argentina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2013

Giada is 200 metres from the beach, on the main street of Samara. It has two pools and a jacuzzi. In the front there is an italian restaurant with nice pizzas. All the rooms have air conditioning, tv and a fan plus a safety box. The breakfast is not self service, you can choose between the typical, pancakes, eggs, toasts,... More

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giorgio c, Manager at Hotel Giada, responded to this review
20 March 2013

Thank you for your comments on Trip Advisor. We was glad to have you here at Hotel Giada and we are glad that you enjoyed Hotel Giada. We hope you will be back to Costa Rica as well as Hotel Giada. More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Giada Hotel Playa Samara
Address: Main street, Playa Samara, Costa Rica
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Region: Costa Rica > Province of Guanacaste > Playa Samara
Amenities:
Free Parking Restaurant Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#9 Family Hotels in Playa Samara
Price range (per night): ₹3,227 - ₹4,553
Hotel Class:3 star (3*)
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