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Hotel Samanu

Stay at Hotel Samanu, an LGBTQ+ friendly hotel 11 minutes from Sayulita Beach with kitchenettes, flat-screen TVs, and easy access to Riviera Nayarit attractions.

S/n km. 1.5 Carretera Sayulita-Higuera blanca, 63734 Sayulita, Nay., Mexico View on map
8.2/10
Very Good Based on 259 recent guest reviews
What recent guests emphasize

Comfortable stay with friendly service near Sayulita Beach

Recent visitors highlight the welcoming staff, clean and modern rooms, and convenient location. The property blends casual comfort with access to local attractions, making it a practical choice for beachgoers and explorers alike.

Guests often praise

  • Friendly, helpful, and attentive staff who enhance the overall experience
  • Clean, recently renovated rooms with modern features and comfy beds
  • Delicious breakfast included and options for convenient kitchenette use
  • Quiet location away from town’s noisy nightlife but still within walking distance

Worth knowing

  • Some front-facing rooms are next to a main road and may experience traffic noise
  • The hotel is about an 11-minute walk from Sayulita Beach and around 10 minutes from downtown
  • Free parking with private entrances is available, adding to convenience
  • The atmosphere is casual, appealing to guests seeking a relaxed, no-fuss stay

Best for

  • Beach visitors looking for easy access to Sayulita's sandy shore
  • Travelers who appreciate LGBTQ+ friendly environments
  • Guests valuing a quiet stay near but not directly in the town center
  • Visitors wanting good value accommodation with included breakfast
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About this property

Welcome to Hotel Samanu

Hotel Samanu offers colorful rooms equipped with kitchenettes and flat-screen TVs, providing a casual and comfortable stay near Sayulita Beach. Located just an 11-minute walk from the sandy shores and close to both Highway 200 and the Campamento Tortuguero Sayulita nature preserve, it is a practical choice for visitors looking to explore the area’s natural and coastal attractions.

The property features a laid-back atmosphere with a focus on essentials, complemented by amenities such as LGBTQ+ friendly service. Guest reviews highlight the friendly and helpful staff, cleanliness, and included breakfast as notable positives, although some front-facing rooms may experience street noise. This makes the hotel suitable for travelers who appreciate a quieter location slightly removed from the bustling town center yet still within walking distance.

Sayulita’s vibrant local scene, including cafes, vendors, and excellent swimming and surfing spots, lies just a short stroll away. Nearby, longer stretches of coastline and archaeological sites along Riviera Nayarit provide further opportunities for exploration. Frequent travelers will also find convenient access from Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport, about a 44-minute drive by car.

The hotel’s balance of casual accommodations and proximity to both beach and town amenities caters well to visitors seeking a straightforward, well-located base for their Sayulita experience. Its moderate rating and feedback suggest it suits guests looking for good value with friendly service in a relaxed setting.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

KL
Kurt Loewen Apr 02, 2026
10

Great people, great place, and delicious coffee and breakfast included in the stay!

VV
Victor Vicario Apr 01, 2026
10

Looking for a casual nice place near the beach? That is the place. Friendly and helpful staff will make tour stay the best experience. Not to mention the best breakfast in town.

CP
Christian P. Mar 16, 2026
10

Amazing room, looks super new. Great value for the price and in walking distance (7 minutes) from the "center" of town

ES
Eduardo Salgado Mar 02, 2026
10

I love to stay there, nice clean, and I love the host Sancho.

LS
Lothar Samel Feb 03, 2026
10

Very friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast. Clean rooms. The front facing rooms sit over the main road and are not very quiet. The location is far enough from the town center to not be affected by the all night parties.

MC
Miss Candy Jan 20, 2026
10

Fantástico!!!! Excellent customer service. Large, clean, modern suites with comfy beds. Great price. Cheap and delicious food nearby, and dogs to cuddle....what more could you want? :)

LB
Lynne Branton Jan 13, 2026
10

Place is newly renovated, clean. Pool, close to the downtown square. And the staff is so kind and thoughtful through your experience here. Would recommend and come back!

AV
Alejandra Villasis Jan 09, 2026
10

Like 10 mins walking way from downtown , clean , free parking with a private entrance direct to your room, friendly staff and delicious breakfast a big win win

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Hotel Samanu

Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico

An 11-minute walk from Sayulita Beach, this casual hotel is 2 km from both Highway 200 and Campamento Tortuguero Sayulita, a nature preserve offering sea turtle encounters.

  • Sayulita, Nayarit 14 min Walk
  • Sayulita Bus 13 min Walk
  • Licenciado Gustavo Díaz Ordaz International Airport 44 min Car
  • Tepic Amado Nervo 1 hr 41 Car
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