Samara

As of May 2026, Sámara, Nosara, Tamarindo have 4,464 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 1% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Samara generates CRC12.4M per year. High-performing properties earn CRC48.7M/year, while low-performing properties earn CRC3.9M/year. The extreme variance between top and bottom tiers suggests that market success is heavily skewed toward a small segment of listings capable of capturing premium demand despite a slight contraction in overall revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Samara. Average annual revenue is CRC12.4M with 26% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CRC48.7M/year. With supply remaining stagnant over two years, the significant revenue ceiling indicates that profitability is driven by asset-specific positioning rather than broad market growth.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Samara is 26%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CRC145K, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CRC26K per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Samara, with annual revenue of CRC37.8M. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Samara market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Samara area. Sámara: Lenient. No specific STR permits required beyond general business license. Minimal enforcement, many operate informally. Nosara: Lenient. Municipal business license needed, but enforcement is light. Most rentals operate without issues. Tamarindo: Lenient. Business license and tourism declaration recommended. High STR density tolerated, minimal active enforcement despite regulations. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Samara Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 16%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests that while competition is not intensifying, the market is facing broader downward pressure on pricing power.

Launch around December, 2-3 months before peak winter season (March peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -58% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (August-October) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Samara listings include: Kitchen (96%), Air Conditioning (96%), Pool (77%), Washing Machine (77%), Tv (73%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Air Conditioning, Pool, Washing Machine, with Air Conditioning properties earning approximately 104% more (CRC28.4M/year vs CRC13.9M/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Samara over the last 12 months: May: CRC458K, June: CRC451K, July: CRC695K, August: CRC441K, September: CRC248K, October: CRC240K, November: CRC586K, December: CRC1.3M, January: CRC1.2M, February: CRC1.1M, March: CRC1.6M, April: CRC1.1M. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Samara is CRC145K, up 2% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CRC60K/night, 2-bedroom properties average CRC87K/night, 3-bedroom properties average CRC167K/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CRC419K/night. Rates peak in March and are lowest in September.

Guests in Samara book an average of 38 days in advance, down 18% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 30 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 42 days, 4+ bedroom: 49 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Samara Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 1%, revenue per listing decreased 16%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates increased 2%, and lead time decreased 18%. These metrics reflect a shift toward shorter booking windows and reduced volume, forcing hosts to rely on higher rates to offset occupancy declines.

In Samara, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Tuesday and are lowest on Saturday. Weekends show 11% higher occupancy than weekdays.