Expanish Samara, Costa Rica
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
Special Offers
Our Spanish program in Costa Rica is designed for learners of all ages who want to truly experience the meaning of Pura Vida. Set in the laid-back beach town of Sámara, on Costa Rica’s Pacific coast, the program combines high-quality Spanish instruction with immersive cultural and nature-based experiences.
Classes focus on practical communication skills, helping students gain confidence in real-life situations. Beyond the classroom, guided activities and excursions allow participants to explore Costa Rica’s natural beauty and connect with the local culture.
Social activities such as nature hikes, group meals, Latin dance lessons (salsa, merengue, bachata), and yoga sessions with locals create the perfect environment to practice Spanish while building meaningful connections. With experienced teachers and a vibrant international community, this program offers a rewarding, enriching, and unforgettable learning experience.
Spanish Courses
Intensive Course
20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€310€295 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 310 295 | 620 589 | 930 884 | 1,240 1,178 | 1,674 1,591 | 2,232 2,121 | 2,790 2,651 | 3,348 3,181 | 6,696 6,362 | 8,928 8,482 | 11,160 10,602 |
| Price in US$ | 341 | 681 | 1,022 | 1,362 | 1,839 | 2,452 | 3,065 | 3,678 | 7,355 | 9,806 | 12,257 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:20 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 16 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Intensive Plus Course
30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€435€414 / week More

| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 44 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 435 414 | 870 827 | 1,305 1,240 | 1,740 1,653 | 1,955 1,858 | 2,346 2,229 | 2,737 2,601 | 3,128 2,972 | 3,910 3,715 | 4,692 4,458 | 15,640 14,858 |
| Price in US$ | 478 | 956 | 1,434 | 1,912 | 2,148 | 2,577 | 3,007 | 3,436 | 4,295 | 5,154 | 17,178 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
- General course schedule
- 6 daily lessons of 50 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: 8:30 - 12:20
Afternoon: 13:30 - 15:20 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Combination Course (20 Group + 10 Private)30 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€605€575 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 605 575 | 1,210 1,150 | 1,815 1,725 | 2,420 2,299 | 2,870 2,727 | 3,444 3,272 | 4,018 3,818 | 4,592 4,363 | 5,166 4,908 | 5,740 5,453 | 6,888 6,544 |
| Price in US$ | 665 | 1,329 | 1,994 | 2,658 | 3,153 | 3,783 | 4,413 | 5,044 | 5,674 | 6,305 | 7,566 |
- Starting dates
- Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
Intensive Course + Surf20 lessons per week | 8 students (max)Starts weekly (every Monday)Offer!from€605€575 / week More
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 605 575 | 1,210 1,150 | 1,815 1,725 | 2,420 2,299 | 2,870 2,727 | 3,444 3,272 | 4,018 3,818 | 4,592 4,363 | 5,166 4,908 | 5,740 5,453 | 6,888 6,544 |
| Price in US$ | 665 | 1,329 | 1,994 | 2,658 | 3,153 | 3,783 | 4,413 | 5,044 | 5,674 | 6,305 | 7,566 |
- Starting dates
- 2026: Every Monday
Discount is not calculated automatically but will be applied later.
- General course schedule
- 4 daily lessons of 50 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:
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:30 - Possible course durations
- 1-99 weeks
- Minimum required student age
- 18 years
- Students per class
- Maximum: 8 / Average: 7
- Lesson duration
- 50 min
Our prices for Expanish include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Free access to swimming pool
Expanish
- Spanish teacher qualifications
- 60% 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
- When you book here, you will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you have already attended a course previously at Expanish.
General school facilities
Cafeteria
Garden
Balcony / terrace
Student support desk
Outdoor swimming pool
Self-study areas
Free WIFI
Free parking
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not 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
Air conditioning in some classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 5
Student Age / Nationality
| Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
|---|---|
| Germany | 10% |
| USA | 10% |
| Switzerland | 10% |
| Brazil | 5% |
| Sweden | 5% |
| Italy | 5% |
| France | 5% |
| Netherlands | 5% |
| England | 5% |
| Other nationalities | 40% |
| Percentage of students | |
|---|---|
| 1-18 years | 11.428571428571% |
| 18-24 years | 28.571428571429% |
| 25-34 years | 33.333333333333% |
| 35-50 years | 11.428571428571% |
| >50 years | 15.238095238095% |
- Average number of students
- In summer: 25Throughout the year: 25
- Minimum age of students
- 16 years
- Average number of levels
- Adult courses In summer: 8Adult courses Throughout the year: 8
- Average age of students
- In summer: 27 yearsThroughout the year: 32 years
Information for all courses offered by Expanish
- Lesson duration
- 50 minutes
- Course material
- Generally, course material has to be purchased by all students at the school. The costs of course material will be approximately €32 per course level.
- Comments about courses
Insurance: EUR 22/week
Transcript fee: EUR 400.
Public Holiday Policy:
- For weeks with one holiday, group courses make up 2 missed lessons.
- For weeks with two holidays, group courses make up 6 hours of missed lessons, and the 30-lesson group course will receive 2 additional private lessons as compensation.
Individual lessons during holidays will be rescheduled.
Optional group yoga (subject to availability): EUR 80 per week.
- For weeks with one holiday, group courses make up 2 missed lessons.
- Days without class
- In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 02 Apr 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 11 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 25 Jul 2026, 02 Aug 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 15 Sep 2026, 01 Dec 2026, 25 Dec 2026.In 2027 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2027, 02 Apr 2027, 03 Apr 2027, 11 Apr 2027, 01 May 2027, 25 Jul 2027, 02 Aug 2027, 15 Aug 2027, 15 Sep 2027, 01 Dec 2027, 25 Dec 2027. - Level test
- A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
- Welcome Tour: This tour will take place every Monday to welcome our new students each week. An Expanish coordinator will take our new students on a 2-hour tour of the town of Sámara, highlighting the main buildings they need to know to feel at home. In this tour, students will identify the main banks, ATMs, supermarkets, doctors' offices, the local organic market, the yoga studio, Iona Café (where classes will be held), and other stores and attractions available in the town of Sámara.
Hike: There are 2 main hikes that are meant to explore "secret" beaches around Sámara, one of them is Playa Izquierda, and the other is Punta Indio. These two locations are not too far from the town of Sámara and are catalogued as easy hikes.
These hikes will take from 2 to 3 hours each, depending on how long students want to stay, enjoying the views and the water in each location.
Dancing class: The dancing classes will be taught by a local instructor with ample experience in dancing. The main focus of the class will be Latin rhythms such as Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Cumbia, and more. Students will take a group class that lasts for 1 hour with the instructor, and then they can continue practising as long as they want.
The dancing class will be at Iona Café.
Yoga class: The yoga classes are 75 minutes long. These classes will take place at a private yoga shala located in the heart of the town of Sámara. The instructor will teach the classes in Spanish.
End of week toast: The students will go to a local bar/restaurant to celebrate the conclusion of a successful week. Students will learn about typical drinks and will also have time to practice their singing skills in Spanish during our karaoke party. This activity takes 2 hours, but students can stay longer if they wish to stay sharing with classmates, locals, and other tourists visiting the town. Adults - Paid activities
- Coffee Tour: This tour gives you the opportunity to learn the process from the plant to your cup and taste test to your pleasure. Explore Costa Rica’s rich coffee culture with an unforgettable coffee tour in the lush Hojancha region of the Nicoya Peninsula, Guanacaste.
Highlights include: Visit a Coffee Plantation, Sustainable Practices,
Hands-On Experience, Tasting and Pairing, Cultural Connection.
Pottery and Culture Tour: Enjoy a cultural experience, learn about Guaitíl pottery by the Chorotega indigenous people, and visit the oldest church in Costa Rica. Guaitil, a charming village in Guanacaste, is renowned for its traditional pottery and rich heritage. It is a must-visit destination for those interested in Costa Rica’s
indigenous crafts and history. The art of pottery has been passed down through generations, preserving techniques and designs inspired by the Chorotega, one of the oldest indigenous groups in the region.
Highlights include Traditional Techniques and Designs, Functional and Decorative Pottery, Pottery Workshops, Artisan Shops, and cultural immersion.
Junior - Free activities
- Not offered.
Junior - Paid activities
- Not offered.
Accommodation
Homestay Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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€255/ week Show more
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| Price in € | 255 | 510 | 765 | 1020 | 1275 | 1530 | 1785 | 2040 | 2550 | 3060 | 255 |
| Price in US$ | 295 | 590 | 885 | 1,180 | 1,475 | 1,769 | 2,064 | 2,359 | 2,949 | 3,538 | 295 |
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Price per person
Special diet supplement (vegan, gluten-free, lactose intolerant): EUR 45 per week.
- 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
- €43 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
Homestay Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), Breakfast & 1 meal
Shared bathroom
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€230/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 230 | 460 | 690 | 920 | 1150 | 1380 | 1610 | 1840 | 2300 | 2760 | 230 |
| Price in US$ | 266 | 532 | 798 | 1,064 | 1,330 | 1,596 | 1,862 | 2,128 | 2,660 | 3,191 | 266 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Price per person
Special diet supplement (vegan, gluten-free, lactose intolerant): EUR 45 per week.
- 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
- €38 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Includes
- TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Air conditioning, Shared bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast & 1 meal.
- Minimum age of students
- 16
IONA Studios Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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€695/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 695 | 1390 | 2085 | 2780 | 3475 | 4170 | 4865 | 5560 | 6950 | 8340 | 695 |
| Price in US$ | 804 | 1,607 | 2,411 | 3,214 | 4,018 | 4,821 | 5,625 | 6,428 | 8,035 | 9,642 | 804 |
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Same price for 1,2 or 3 people.
- 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.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- TV, 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
Villas Verdes Studio Double room (only for 2 people travelling together), No meals
Private bathroom
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€715/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 715 | 1430 | 2145 | 2860 | 3575 | 4290 | 5005 | 5720 | 7150 | 8580 | 715 |
| Price in US$ | 827 | 1,654 | 2,480 | 3,307 | 4,134 | 4,960 | 5,787 | 6,613 | 8,267 | 9,920 | 827 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per room
Same price for 1,2 or 3 people.
- 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.
- Room Occupancy
- Double room (only for 2 people travelling together)
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- TV, 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
Expanish Pura Vida Residence Single room, No meals
Private bathroom
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€406/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 406 | 812 | 1218 | 1624 | 2030 | 2436 | 2842 | 3248 | 4060 | 4872 | 406 |
| Price in US$ | 470 | 939 | 1,409 | 1,878 | 2,347 | 2,817 | 3,286 | 3,756 | 4,694 | 5,633 | 470 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday 15:00 or earlier
- 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.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Average distance from school
- 1 minutes walking.
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Expanish Pura Vida Residence Double room, No meals
Private bathroom
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€203/ week Show more
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| Price in € | 203 | 406 | 609 | 812 | 1015 | 1218 | 1421 | 1624 | 2030 | 2436 | 203 |
| Price in US$ | 235 | 470 | 705 | 939 | 1,174 | 1,409 | 1,643 | 1,878 | 2,347 | 2,817 | 235 |
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Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
- Check-in
- Saturday 15:00 or later
- 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.
- Room Occupancy
- Double room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- Bedding/linen, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- No meals.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
Hotel Bellavista Single room, Breakfast
Private bathroom
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€620/ week Show more
| Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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| Price in € | 620 | 1240 | 1860 | 2480 | 3100 | 3720 | 4340 | 4960 | 6200 | 7440 | 620 |
| Price in US$ | 717 | 1,434 | 2,151 | 2,868 | 3,584 | 4,301 | 5,018 | 5,735 | 7,168 | 8,602 | 717 |
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| Price in US$ | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Price per person
- Check-in
- Sunday 14:00 or later
- 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.
- Room Occupancy
- Single room
- Private bathroom
- Included
- Includes
- TV, Daily cleaning, Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Air conditioning, Private bathroom.
- Meals
- Breakfast.
- Minimum age of students
- 18
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Terms of Expanish
- First day of course
- Students should arrive at 8:30
- Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school



- Legal name/parent company
- Tax registration ID: 3-102-935988
Visa Documents
- Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
- Yes
- Express shipment fee (via courier)
- 95 €









Includes 20 Spanish Lessons taking place in the afternoon, and 5 group surf lessons in the morning.