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Learn Spanish in Costa Rica at Our Language School

Spanish School in Costa Rica. Courses, classes and lessons to enrich your learning at our Spanish language school. The best place to study: Expanish!

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Experience Spanish Immersion in Costa Rica

Immerse yourself in Costa Rica’s culture with Spanish classes in a relaxed beachside setting in Sámara.

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The Expanish Experience in Numbers

117
Nationalities in our programs
79%
Excellent student satisfaction score
20+
Years of Experience
8.555
Students Chose Expanish in 2026

Our Spanish Courses in Costa Rica

Study Spanish in a tropical setting where the beach, nature, and local life blend seamlessly. Connect with relaxed rhythm of Sámara.

Intensive

20 Group Lessons a week

Learn Spanish in small groups on the Pacific coast of Costa Rica. Morning classes, free afternoons for activities.

What's included

  • 20 group Spanish lessons/week
  • Max 8 students per group
  • All levels welcome
  • Weekly cultural activities included

Intensive Plus

30 Group Lessons a week

Our 30-lesson Spanish course offers the most in-depth approach for rapid learning.

Lessons breakdown

  • 20 group Spanish lessons/week
  • 2 Project sessions
  • 2 Spanish in action
  • 6 Conversation
  • Weekly cultural activities included

Combined

20 Group + 10 Private Lessons a week

Combine group classes with one-on-one sessions for faster, more personalized progress in Sámara.

What's included

  • 20 group Spanish lessons/week
  • 10 private lessons/week
  • Max 8 students per group
  • All levels welcome

Long-Term Courses

3 to 6 months

Live and study in Sámara for 3 to 6 months. Small groups, native teachers and a full cultural experience included.

Private and Semi-Private Lessons

2-20 Lessons a week

Learn Spanish one on one with a teacher focused entirely on your goals. Semi-private lessons are available for two students traveling together.

Intensive and Surf

20 Spanish Lessons + 5 Surf Classes

Everything in the Intensive Course, plus 5 surf classes in the afternoons. Sessions are 1.5 hours.

Study Spanish in Costa Rica

Study Spanish in Sámara, a small, authentic beach town in Costa Rica, with small group classes and daily cultural immersion in a natural, real-world environment.

Dry Season (Dec-Apr)
Rainy Season (May-Nov)
Spanish teacher leading a small group class with two adult students at Expanish Costa Rica
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20 Lessons per Week

All lessons are taught entirely in Spanish and focus on developing speaking, reading, writing, and oral comprehension.

Maximum of 8 students per class

Ensuring personalized support and plenty of speaking practice.

Immersive cultural experiences

Connect with locals through salsa classes and group activities that bring you into the heart of Costa Rican life.

Facilities & Schedule
All levels welcome, from complete beginners to advanced
Morning classes, afternoon activities
Each lesson lasts 50 minutes
Located in the heart of Sámara, just 5 minutes walking distance to the beach
3 fully-equipped classrooms with A/C, plus 3 outdoor areas for classes outside
On-site kitchen for cooking classes and a small swimming pool
Optional: weekend excursions, surf lessons, accommodation, transfers
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Who Can Study Spanish in Costa Rica

Our Spanish school in Costa Rica offers courses for all ages and goals, from intensive Spanish programs group experiences in Sámara.

Explore Courses

Aerial view of the coastline and town of Sámara, Costa Rica, surrounded by lush greenery and the Pacific Ocean.

Learn Spanish in Costa Rica at any stage of life. Choose from intensive Spanish courses or combine your learning with surf for a complete immersion experience in Sámara.

Immerse Yourself in Costa Rican Culture

Explore Sámara through free weekly activities included with your program, plus optional weekend excursions available for an additional cost.

Exclusive for Expanish students
Welcome Tour

Get oriented with a guided tour of Sámara. Discover essential spots like banks, markets, Iona Café, and local attractions to help you feel at home.

Colorful local market in Costa Rica with fresh fruits and vegetables displayed in crates.
Latin Dancing Class

Learn salsa, merengue, bachata, and cumbia from a local instructor at Iona Café. Enjoy a 1-hour group class, then practice as long as you like.

Students learning dance steps during a class at Expanish Samara
End-of-Week Toast

Celebrate your progress at a local bar with classmates. Sample typical Costa Rican drinks and practice Spanish during our karaoke party.

Students toasting drinks together at a beachside restaurant in Samara
Coffee Tour

Visit a local plantation, learn about sustainable practices, and enjoy hands-on tastings in the lush Hojancha region.

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Pottery & Culture Tour

Discover traditional Chorotega pottery in Guaitíl and visit one of Costa Rica's oldest churches, diving deeper into the country's indigenous heritage.

Pottery & Culture Tour

Housing in Costa Rica

We offer a range of housing options to suit different needs and preferences. Whatever you choose, we'll help you feel at home while you study Spanish in Costa Rica.

Campus Residence Pura Vida

Live and study on the same property, the beach is four minutes away.

Residence Features

Private Single Room or Twin Shared Room (same-gender unless booked together)

Private ensuite bathroom

On-Site Residence

You live with Expanish students on the property (1–2 per room)

Swimming pool, private garden, sitting areas, outdoor shower

Homestay

Live with a Tico family and dive into real Costa Rican daily life.

Residence Features

Single Room or Double Room

Shared bathroom (used by the family and/or other students)

Half board (breakfast + dinner) every day

In and around Sámara, reasonable distance from school

You live with local Costa Rican family (couple, single host, or household, with or without children; possibly other students)

Iona Studio Apartments

Garden, hammock, and a fresh IONA coffee waiting every morning.

Residence Features

Private Studio (1–3 students, individual beds)

Private bathroom

Private fully-equipped kitchen (fridge, microwave, gas stove, utensils), daily IONA Coffee included

Right next to school

You live with other Expanish students on property (1–3 per studio)

For students 18+ (minors allowed only with an accompanying adult)

Good to know: Iona Studio Apartments is right next to the main street, so there may be some street noise at night. A white noise machine is provided in every room for a comfortable night's sleep.

Villas Verdes Studio Apartments

Your own jungle hideaway with a pool, a porch, and the beach five minutes away.

Residence Features

Private Studio (1–2 students sharing a queen size bed)

Private bathroom

Swimming poolPrivate fully-equipped kitchen (fridge, microwave, stove, utensils)

Right next to school

You live with Expanish students on property (1–2 per studio)

For students 18+ (minors with accompanying adult)

Swimming pool, private porch with dining table & rocker chairs, outdoor shower, private garden with hammock

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