Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Samara, Costa Rica
- The only Spanish school in Costa Rica with a beachfront campus.
- Students can take a quick dip in the ocean during their break.
- Small class sizes
- Every afternoon free organized leisure activities for adults and juniors
- Excellent rating of teaching quality4.9
- Top rated social activities4.6
- Apartment - shared / Residence accommodation very close to school
- Top rated school facilities4.7
- Electronic whiteboards in all classrooms.
Special Offers
Location: Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Samara is located in the coastal village of Samara, Costa Rica. Known for its palm tree-lined beaches and wide range of wildlife and sea creatures that belong to the area, Samara is unique, and the Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Samara is well-placed to give students an excellent experience of the area. The school is housed within a moment's walk of Samara Beach and has a range of cafes, bars, surf shops, eateries, a supermarket and a commercial shopping centre nearby.
Course selection: Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools Samara provides Spanish language tuition throughout the year. In addition to General Spanish, available to students of all levels, the school also provides programmes of private tuition and a variety of immersive camps for kids and teenagers.
Accommodation: The school can arrange accommodation with local homestay families or in-residence. The apartments are just a minute's walk from the school, ensuring students have all they need in one place! The homestay accommodations are within walking distance of the school.
School facilities: The facilities include a rooftop terrace and a garden for relaxation. There is also a lounge and movie room for socialising. A student support desk is available for any questions or queries that arise. Students also have access to a microwave, fridge and free parking.
Spanish Courses
Standard Course 20
For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$350$333 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 350 333 | 700 665 | 1,050 998 | 1,400 1,330 | 1,650 1,568 | 1,980 1,881 | 2,310 2,195 | 2,640 2,508 | 2,970 2,822 | 3,300 3,135 | 3,960 3,762 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Bildungsurlaub CourseThis course tends to sell out quickly!30 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$670$637 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 670 637 | 1,340 1,273 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Bildungsurlaub Certification: USD 65.
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1, 2 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Kids & Teen Year Round Immersion Program (8 to 17 years old)This course tends to sell out quickly!20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$365$347 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 16 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 365 347 | 730 694 | 1,095 1,041 | 1,460 1,387 | 1,825 1,734 | 2,190 2,081 | 2,555 2,428 | 2,920 2,774 | 3,650 3,468 | 4,380 4,161 | 5,840 5,548 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
This course includes 20 lessons per week for kids and teens. Children or teens must have a parent or legal guardian present in Samara with them, for the duration of their child's program.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 8 years
- Age range:
- 8 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration- 55 min
Teen Spanish Summer Camp (13 to 17 years old)For the summer, only limited places left!20 lessons per week | 6 students (max)Offer!from$1,745$1,702 / week Includes accommodationMore
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 0 | 3,590 3,501 | 0 | 6,980 6,806 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: 12 Jul 2026, 26 Jul 2026
This course includes global leadership workshops, tours and activities.
- Course price includes accommodation
- Homestay, Double room, Breakfast, lunch & dinnerInterested in this course without accommodation? Please contact us.
- Price includes
- Supervision 24/7, Airport transfer (return trip)
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 2, 4 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 13 years
- Age range:
- 13 - 17 years
Students per class- Maximum: 6 / Average: 4
Lesson duration- 55 min
Online Private Course10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$300$285 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 300 285 | 600 570 | 900 855 | 1,200 1,140 | 1,500 1,425 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,100 1,995 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,000 2,850 | 3,600 3,420 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are specifically tailored to your language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Online Semi-Private Course10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$450$428 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1,350 1,283 | 1,800 1,710 | 2,250 2,138 | 2,700 2,565 | 3,150 2,993 | 3,600 3,420 | 4,050 3,848 | 4,500 4,275 | 5,400 5,130 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are two students of the same language level and are specifically tailored to your language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Private Course10 lessons per week | 1 student (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$320$304 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 320 304 | 640 608 | 960 912 | 1,280 1,216 | 1,600 1,520 | 1,920 1,824 | 2,240 2,128 | 2,560 2,432 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,200 3,040 | 3,840 3,648 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are specifically tailored to the student's language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Semi-Private Course10 lessons per week | 2 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from$480$456 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school ($) Our price ($) | 480 456 | 960 912 | 1,440 1,368 | 1,920 1,824 | 2,400 2,280 | 2,880 2,736 | 3,360 3,192 | 3,840 3,648 | 4,320 4,104 | 4,800 4,560 | 5,760 5,472 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Lessons are two students of the same language level and are specifically tailored to your language needs.
- General course schedule
- 2 daily lessons of 55 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:00 - 12:00
Afternoon: 13:00 - 17:00 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 2 / Average: 2
- Lesson duration
- 55 min
Our prices for Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
- INCLUDED For junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
- INCLUDED For adult courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
Student opinions about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools, Samara
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And environment (sea , village). Some free activites.”
One prof seemed bored and ditracted.”
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I also liked to sit on a real chair and around a table (to be able to write!), not just on a plastic chair like somewhere else. The air conditioning worked, too - thank you!”
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Ratings of Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools compared to ratings of all schools in Costa Rica
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Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 100% hold a university degree100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
- Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
- Student gender mix
- 40% male / 60% female
- Offer for returning students
- You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools and you book here.
- Year of school foundation
- 1993
General school facilities
Fridge for student use
Drink vending machine
Microwave for student use
Library
Free after-class access to language learning software
Movie room
Lounge
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Self-study areas
Lockers
Free parking
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Free coffee
Non-smoking (all indoor and all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs
Assistance with organizing transportation
Classroom equipment
TV in all classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Air conditioning in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 15
- Number of public PC workstations: 8
Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| USA | 17% |
| Switzerland | 17% |
| Germany | 8% |
| Netherlands | 8% |
| England | 5% |
| France | 4% |
| Brazil | 2% |
| Sweden | 2% |
| Japan | 1% |
| Israel | 1% |
| Korea | 1% |
| Italy | 1% |
| China | 1% |
| Other nationalities | 32% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 8% |
| 18-24 years | 19% |
| 25-34 years | 30% |
| 35-50 years | 23% |
| >50 years | 20% |
- Average number of students
- Adult courses - In summer: 70Adult courses - Throughout the year: 50Junior courses - In summer: 25Junior courses - Throughout the year: 6
- Minimum age of students
- 18 years8 years for specific Junior courses
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 15Adult courses Throughout the year: 12Junior courses In summer: 8Junior courses Throughout the year: 6
- Average age of students
- In summer: 29 yearsThroughout the year: 37 years
Information for all courses offered by Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
- Lesson duration
- 55 minutes
- Course material
- Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
- Comments about courses
Holidays which fall on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday may be moved to the Friday of that same week.
If there happens to be only one student in a class/level, class hours will be adjusted to private instruction (number of hours prorated). Class time goes back to 4 hours per day as soon as another student joins the class/level.
Airport Transfers:
- Standard: Transfer from SJO Airport to San Jose bus station and bus ride to Samara, ticket included: USD 60.
- Special: Transfer from SJO Airport to a homestay in Heredia, overnight stay with the host, transport to the San Jose bus station the next day and bus ride to Samara, ticket included: USD 115.
- SJO Private: Private transfer from SJO Airport to accommodation in Samara: USD 300.
- LIR Private: Private transfer from LIR Airport to accommodation in Samara: USD 160.
- Standard: Transfer from SJO Airport to San Jose bus station and bus ride to Samara, ticket included: USD 60.
- Individual classes
- Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 32 US$. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026 - 04 Jan 2026, 30 Mar 2026 - 03 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 15 Sep 2026, 01 Dec 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place at the school on the first day of the course.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Daily cultural activities (Latin dance, Zumba, Yoga, cooking, city tour, culture tour)
Adults - Paid activities
- Local tours such as for example dolphin tour, horseback riding, surf lesson, kayak etc. (prices approx. USD 60).
Weekend tours for example to Arenal/Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja etc. (prices approx. USD 280). Junior - Free activities
- Daily cultural activities (Latin dance, Zumba, Yoga, cooking, city tour, culture tour)
Junior - Paid activities
- Local tours such as for example surf lesson, dolphin tour, horseback riding, kayak etc. (prices approx. USD 60).
Weekend tours for example to Arenal/Monteverde, Rincon de la Vieja etc. (prices approx. USD 280).
Accommodation
Samara Residence
In high demand!
7 ratings Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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$448/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 448 | 896 | 1344 | 1792 | 2240 | 2688 | 3136 | 3584 | 4480 | 5376 | 448 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The Samara residence features five bedrooms, each offering different sizes and dimensions. This option represents the option of renting a single room, which will allow you to have your own personal resting and study space within this shared residence. Each room features air conditioning and its own bathroom.
When it comes to the shared areas of the accommodation, you can expect a kitchen already equipped with all of the utensils that you might need to prepare your own meals, large dining tables, and a sheltered outdoor social area complete with hammocks and deck chairs.
The accommodation sets clear rules regarding visitors, in that they are not permitted. Only guests may spend time within the Samara residence. Quiet time is observed between 22:00 to 07:00, to respect everyone’s need for rest.
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $64 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 3 minutes walking (average reported by 4 former students).
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Homestay
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Reserve as early as possible to get the best available homestay!
5 ratings Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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$245/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
The homestay lodging includes a private bedroom at the host families' home, breakfast, dinner and laundry service.
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00-20:30
- Check-out
- Sunday 7:00-11:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $39 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 8
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Samara Residence - Private Apartment
This accommodation tends to sell out quickly!
Twin room, No meals
Private bathroom
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$686/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 686 | 1372 | 2058 | 2744 | 3430 | 4116 | 4802 | 5488 | 6860 | 8232 | 686 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per room
The price is per apartment. Each 2-bedroom apartment can host up to 4 people (2 single beds in each of the two rooms).
The apartment has a private bathroom (with hot water), fully equipped private kitchen, and private sitting/relaxing/study area.
- Check-in
- Saturday
- Check-out
- Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $98 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Twin room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 1 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Kitchen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Samara Residence
7 ratings Shared room (multiple beds), No meals
Shared bathroom
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$224/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in $ | 224 | 448 | 672 | 896 | 1120 | 1344 | 1568 | 1792 | 2240 | 2688 | 224 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday
- Check-out
- Sunday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
- Price extra night
- $32 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Shared room (multiple beds)
- Average distance from school
- 1 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
- Maximum age of students
- 99
Questions and answers about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
The two of us book a language course, but we have different levels of Spanish. Can we have classes at the same time?
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Is it possible to pay the balance to the school via PayPal?
Is the school certified for educational leave ("Bildungsurlaub)?
How far from school is the residential accommodation?
Can I start my course on a Tuesday?
Is the single room in the Samara residence with a private bathroom?
Is the school also open on public holidays?
How old are the students the school receive?
Is the airport transfer included?
One choice is to be picked-up by a taxi driver, arranged by Intercultural to a homestay family in Heredia, overnight stay at the host family, and transfer to the bus station the next day (ticket included) where the bus leaves directly to Sámara (transfer takes about 5 hours).
If you don ́t want to spend the night in Heredia, you can also get picked up by the taxi driver from SJO airport who brings you straight to the bus stop in San Jose center, and take the direct bus to Sámara the same day. This is only possible if you arrive early enough to catch the bus on the same day (reach out to us and we can check the actual bus schedule).
We can also arrange a private taxi that brings you directly from SJO airport all the way to Samara, no matter at what time your flight arrives. ”
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FAQ about Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools, Samara
Can I extend my stay there if necessary (I booked homestay accommodation)?
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Terms of Intercultura Costa Rica Spanish Schools
- First day of course
- Written and oral level test is performed. Students should arrive at 7:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school





- Legal name/parent company
- Centro de Idiomas Intercultura S.A. | Tax registration ID: 3-101-154356
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- No
- Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
- School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.








Classes are dynamic, fun and appropriate for all learning styles and ages. A wide variety of authentic learning activities involved. The syllabus and framework for class sessions are tailored to the needs of students in an immersion program.