Spanish & Surf

DESCRIPTION
Homestay accommodation offers students the chance to experience daily life in a Costa
Rican home while practicing Spanish in a warm and welcoming environment. Living with a
local family is the best way to immerse yourself in Tico culture and enjoy meaningful
conversations over two daily meals. Students may choose between a single or double room,
always with a shared bathroom.

QUICK FACTS
● Single or double rooms in carefully selected homestays in Sámara.
● Hosts can accommodate special diets, allergies, and non-smoking preferences.
● Shared bathroom (used by the family and/or other students).
● Half board included (breakfast and dinner every day).
● Free Wi-Fi guaranteed.
● Bed linens and towels included.
● One load of laundry per week included; the host will coordinate the laundry day directly
with the student.
● Due to the all-year warm weather in Sámara, most homestays do not have hot water.
This is very common in coastal areas in Costa Rica. Students who choose this option
must be open to the possibility of not taking hot showers during their stay. Hot water is
really not necessary in Sámara.

WE RECOMMEND THIS OPTION FOR THOSE WHO...
● Want to practice Spanish at home as much as possible.
● Are looking for a full cultural immersion in Costa Rican daily life.
● Prefer to live with a local family in a safe and supportive environment.
● Are open to adapting to household routines, meal times, and local customs.

LOCATION OF HOMESTAYS
All homestays are located in and around Sámara, one of the most welcoming and safe
beach towns in Costa Rica. Students will stay within a reasonable distance from the
school and main services, ensuring easy access to beaches, supermarkets, cafés, and
transportation. Families are selected based on comfort, safety, and their interest in
cultural exchange.

MATCHING STUDENTS TO A HOST
Students will be asked about allergies, dietary restrictions, pet preferences, and other
needs during the booking process. These details help us place each student in the most
suitable homestay. Additional requests, such as wanting to stay closer to the beach or
with a family of a certain profile, will be considered whenever possible but cannot be
guaranteed.

WHO WILL STUDENTS LIVE WITH?
Students will live with a local Costa Rican family, which may be a couple, a single host, or
a household with or without children. Hosts are friendly, supportive, and committed to
cultural exchange, helping students adjust to life in Sámara. Some homes may host more
than one student at a time, meaning students

DESCRIPTION
Homestay accommodation offers students the chance to experience daily life in a Costa
Rican home while practicing Spanish in a warm and welcoming environment. Living with a
local family is the best way to immerse yourself in Tico culture and enjoy meaningful
conversations over two daily meals. Students may choose between a single or double room,
always with a shared bathroom.

QUICK FACTS
● Single or double rooms in carefully selected homestays in Sámara.
● Hosts can accommodate special diets, allergies, and non-smoking preferences.
● Shared bathroom (used by the family and/or other students).
● Half board included (breakfast and dinner every day).
● Free Wi-Fi guaranteed.
● Bed linens and towels included.
● One load of laundry per week included; the host will coordinate the laundry day directly
with the student.
● Due to the all-year warm weather in Sámara, most homestays do not have hot water.
This is very common in coastal areas in Costa Rica. Students who choose this option
must be open to the possibility of not taking hot showers during their stay. Hot water is
really not necessary in Sámara.

WE RECOMMEND THIS OPTION FOR THOSE WHO...
● Want to practice Spanish at home as much as possible.
● Are looking for a full cultural immersion in Costa Rican daily life.
● Prefer to live with a local family in a safe and supportive environment.
● Are open to adapting to household routines, meal times, and local customs.

LOCATION OF HOMESTAYS
All homestays are located in and around Sámara, one of the most welcoming and safe
beach towns in Costa Rica. Students will stay within a reasonable distance from the
school and main services, ensuring easy access to beaches, supermarkets, cafés, and
transportation. Families are selected based on comfort, safety, and their interest in
cultural exchange.

MATCHING STUDENTS TO A HOST
Students will be asked about allergies, dietary restrictions, pet preferences, and other
needs during the booking process. These details help us place each student in the most
suitable homestay. Additional requests, such as wanting to stay closer to the beach or
with a family of a certain profile, will be considered whenever possible but cannot be
guaranteed.

WHO WILL STUDENTS LIVE WITH?
Students will live with a local Costa Rican family, which may be a couple, a single host, or
a household with or without children. Hosts are friendly, supportive, and committed to
cultural exchange, helping students adjust to life in Sámara. Some homes may host more
than one student at a time, meaning students

DESCRIPTION
Expanish offers a student residence, located in the center of Sámara, right next to where
classes are taken and just a 4–5 minute walk from the beach. Student Residence can
accommodate 1 to 2 students per room, include a private bathroom in each room, and
outdoor spaces surrounded by nature.
This is a great housing choice for students who want an independent atmosphere while
staying close to restaurants, activities, nature, and other Expanish students living on the
property.
QUICK FACTS
● Private Single rooms with ensuite bathroom
● Twin Shared rooms with ensuite bathroom (Twin rooms are shared with another student
of the same gender, unless two students book together)
● Only 3–4 minutes walking from Sámara Beach and the town center
● Natural setting with private garden, sitting areas, and outdoor shower
● Limited availability

Sámara, Costa Rica | [email protected] | expanish.com

WHAT’S INCLUDED
● Bed linens & towels
● Common areas
● Swimming pool
● A/C & Wi-Fi

STUDENT RESIDENCE LOCATION
The student residence Pura Vida is located right in the heart of Sámara. Students enjoy easy
access to the beach, supermarkets, restaurants and the main activity areas all within a few
minutes walk.

DESCRIPTION
Expanish offers a student residence, located in the center of Sámara, right next to where
classes are taken and just a 4–5 minute walk from the beach. Student Residence can
accommodate 1 to 2 students per room, include a private bathroom in each room, and
outdoor spaces surrounded by nature.
This is a great housing choice for students who want an independent atmosphere while
staying close to restaurants, activities, nature, and other Expanish students living on the
property.
QUICK FACTS
● Private Single rooms with ensuite bathroom
● Twin Shared rooms with ensuite bathroom (Twin rooms are shared with another student
of the same gender, unless two students book together)
● Only 3–4 minutes walking from Sámara Beach and the town center
● Natural setting with private garden, sitting areas, and outdoor shower
● Limited availability

Sámara, Costa Rica | [email protected] | expanish.com

WHAT’S INCLUDED
● Bed linens & towels
● Common areas
● Swimming pool
● A/C & Wi-Fi

STUDENT RESIDENCE LOCATION
The student residence Pura Vida is located right in the heart of Sámara. Students enjoy easy
access to the beach, supermarkets, restaurants and the main activity areas all within a few
minutes walk.

DESCRIPTION
Expanish offers studio apartment options, located in the vibrant center of Sámara, right next
to where classes are taken and just a 4–5 minute walk from the beach. Studios can
accommodate 1 to 3 students and include a fully equipped kitchen, private bathroom, and
outdoor spaces surrounded by nature.
This is a great housing choice for students who want an independent atmosphere while
staying close to restaurants, activities, nature, and other Expanish students living on the
property.

QUICK FACTS
● Private studio apartments for 1–3 students
● Fully equipped kitchen and private bathroom
● Only 3–4 minutes walking from Sámara Beach and the town center
● Natural setting with private garden, hammock, and outdoor shower
● Limited availability
● Suitable for students 18+ (minors allowed only with an accompanying adult)

WHAT’S INCLUDED
● Bed linens & towels
● Fully equipped kitchen (fridge, microwave, gas stove, utensils)
● Private garden with hammock
● Daily IONA Coffee included
● A/C & Wifi

APARTMENT AMENITIES
● Full kitchen
● Private bathroom
● Private walled garden
● Outdoor shower
● TV
● Access to the on-site coffee ranch and tidal river behind the property