Who owns the SAMARA website and its content?

Unless otherwise stated, the SAMARA website and its content are owned by or used under authorization by SERENITY HIDEAWAY – EMPREENDIMENTOS IMOBILIÁRIOS, UNIPESSOAL, LIMITADA, SAMARA or the relevant rights holder.

What content is protected by intellectual property rights?

The website and its content may include trademarks, names, logos, photography, images, videos, text, graphics, designs, layouts, illustrations, software, databases and other materials protected by intellectual property or other applicable rights.

Is SAMARA a trademark?

SAMARA and associated brand elements may be protected by trademark, trade name or other intellectual property rights in relevant jurisdictions. Nothing on the website grants a right to use SAMARA branding without appropriate authorization.

Can I use SAMARA's logo or branding?

SAMARA's name, logos, symbols and other brand elements may not be copied, modified, reproduced or used for commercial or promotional purposes without prior authorization, except where permitted by applicable law.

Can I copy content from the SAMARA website?

Website content must not be copied, reproduced, republished, distributed, modified or commercially exploited without authorization, except where such use is expressly permitted by applicable law.

Can I use SAMARA photographs?

SAMARA photographs and other visual materials may be protected by copyright or other rights and may belong to SAMARA or third-party rights holders. They may not be reproduced, downloaded for commercial use, modified or redistributed without appropriate authorization.

Can I use SAMARA content for personal purposes?

Limited personal use of website content may be permitted where it does not involve commercial exploitation, modification, redistribution, removal of rights notices or infringement of the rights of SAMARA or third parties. Any use must comply with applicable law.

Can I use SAMARA content for commercial purposes?

Commercial use of SAMARA's website content, branding, photography, text, designs or other protected materials requires prior authorization from the relevant rights holder unless the use is otherwise permitted by applicable law.

Can I link to the SAMARA website?

Users may generally link to publicly accessible SAMARA webpages provided that the link does not misrepresent the relationship with SAMARA, imply endorsement or sponsorship where none exists, or otherwise infringe applicable rights or laws.

Can I use SAMARA content on social media?

Users should not reproduce or redistribute SAMARA-owned content on social media without authorization where permission is required. Sharing an official SAMARA webpage or publicly available official social content through platform features may be permitted where supported by the relevant platform and applicable law.

Can I use SAMARA's name in advertising?

SAMARA's name and branding must not be used in advertising, marketing or promotional materials in a manner that suggests an unauthorized affiliation, endorsement, sponsorship or partnership. Commercial use may require prior authorization.

Does SAMARA own third-party content displayed on the website?

Not necessarily. Some content may be provided by third parties or used under license or other authorization. Third-party content remains subject to the rights and conditions applicable to its respective rights holder.

Can I submit photographs or other content to SAMARA?

Where SAMARA allows users or guests to submit photographs, reviews, comments or other content, the applicable submission terms will determine how that content may be used. Users should only submit material they have the right to provide and must not infringe the rights of others.

What happens if I submit content that infringes someone else's rights?

Users are responsible for ensuring that content they submit does not unlawfully infringe copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity or other rights of third parties. SAMARA may take appropriate action concerning content that is alleged or found to infringe applicable rights.

Can I reproduce SAMARA's website design?

The visual design, structure, graphics, interface elements and other aspects of the SAMARA website may be protected by intellectual property or other rights. They must not be copied or reproduced for commercial or other unauthorized purposes.

Can I use SAMARA content for news or editorial purposes?

Certain uses for legitimate news, commentary, criticism or other purposes may be permitted under applicable law. Any such use must remain within the limits of the applicable legal exceptions and must not imply unauthorized endorsement or affiliation.

What should I do if I believe content on the SAMARA website infringes my rights?

Anyone who believes that content displayed on the SAMARA website infringes their intellectual property or other rights may contact SAMARA with sufficient information to identify the relevant material, explain the alleged infringement and provide appropriate supporting information.

What happens if someone misuses SAMARA's intellectual property?

SAMARA or the relevant rights holder may take appropriate measures to protect its intellectual property and other rights, including requesting removal or cessation of unauthorized use and pursuing available remedies under applicable law.

Does booking a SAMARA stay give me rights to use SAMARA content?

No. A reservation or stay does not transfer ownership of SAMARA's trademarks, photographs, text, designs or other intellectual property to the guest. Any permitted use remains subject to applicable terms and law.

How can I request permission to use SAMARA content?

Requests for permission to use SAMARA branding, photographs, text or other protected content may be directed to SERENITY HIDEAWAY – EMPREENDIMENTOS IMOBILIÁRIOS, UNIPESSOAL, LIMITADA by email at legal@samarastays.com.

Legal

Intellectual Property

‍Last updated: 28 September 2026

This Intellectual Property & Content Use Notice governs the use of intellectual property and other content made available through the Samara Stays website and related digital services.

1. Ownership

Unless otherwise indicated, content made available through the Samara Stays website is owned by, licensed to, or otherwise lawfully used by Samara Stays and/or the relevant rights holders.

Such content may include:

text;
photographs;
images;
videos;
graphics;
logos;
trademarks;
service marks;
page designs;
layouts;
icons;
illustrations;
software;
databases;
booking interfaces;
documents; and
other digital materials.

All such content remains subject to applicable intellectual-property and other legal protections.

2. Samara Stays Brand

The name Samara Stays, associated names, logos, visual identities, designs and other brand elements may constitute trademarks, trade names, distinctive signs or other protected intellectual property.

No right to use any Samara Stays brand element is granted merely by accessing or using the website.

3. Permitted Personal Use

Subject to these terms and applicable law, users may access and use website content for legitimate personal and non-commercial purposes, including:

viewing accommodation information;
evaluating accommodation;
making a reservation;
managing an existing reservation; and
communicating with Samara Stays.

Users may retain copies of booking confirmations and other documents provided to them for their own legitimate purposes.

4. Restrictions on Use

Unless expressly permitted by law or authorized in writing, users must not:

reproduce substantial portions of the website;
copy or republish website content;
commercially exploit website content;
modify or create derivative works from website content;
distribute website content;
publicly display content for commercial purposes;
sell, license or sublicense website content;
remove copyright, trademark or other proprietary notices;
reproduce photographs or videos for commercial use;
copy website designs or layouts;
systematically extract website content; or
use Samara Stays intellectual property in a manner that suggests an unauthorized association or endorsement.

5. Photographs and Visual Content

Photographs and other visual materials displayed on the Samara Stays website are provided for informational and presentation purposes.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, they may not be copied, reproduced, modified, distributed or commercially used without appropriate authorization.

Certain images may be subject to rights belonging to photographers, accommodation operators, licensors or other third parties.

6. Third-Party Intellectual Property

The website may contain content belonging to third parties.

Such content remains the property of its respective rights holders and may be subject to separate terms or restrictions.

Nothing on the website transfers ownership of third-party intellectual property to Samara Stays or to any user.

7. User-Submitted Content

Where the website permits users to submit reviews, comments, photographs, messages or other content, the user remains responsible for ensuring that they have the necessary rights to submit that content.

Users must not submit content that:

infringes another person's intellectual-property rights;
violates applicable law;
contains unauthorized personal information;
is fraudulent or misleading; or
otherwise violates the applicable Samara Stays terms.

8. User Content Licence

Where a user voluntarily submits content for publication or use through Samara Stays services, the user grants Samara Stays a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, reproduce, store, display and communicate that content for the purposes for which it was submitted and for the operation, administration and presentation of the relevant service.

This licence does not transfer ownership of the user's underlying intellectual property.

Where applicable law requires otherwise, the user's statutory rights remain unaffected.

9. Reviews and Feedback

Where guests submit reviews, comments or feedback, Samara Stays may moderate, publish, display, reproduce or remove such material in accordance with applicable law and the purpose for which it was submitted.

Reviews and feedback should be genuine and based on the user's actual experience.

Users must not submit:

fabricated reviews;
reviews on behalf of another person;
materially misleading statements;
content intended to manipulate ratings or reputation;
unlawful content; or
content that infringes third-party rights.

10. Copyright Notices

If you believe that material made available through the Samara Stays website infringes your copyright or other intellectual-property rights, you may contact:

legal@samarastays.com

A report should identify, where reasonably possible:

the protected work or right concerned;
the material alleged to infringe it;
its location on the website;
the basis of the claimed right; and
contact information sufficient to allow the matter to be investigated.

11. Third-Party Platforms

Content concerning Samara Stays may also appear on third-party platforms or services.

The terms governing use of those platforms apply independently.

Samara Stays does not grant permission to use its intellectual property beyond the rights provided by the relevant platform and applicable law.

12. No Implied Licence

Except where expressly stated or required by law, access to the Samara Stays website does not grant any licence, ownership interest or other right in any intellectual property.

All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

13. Enforcement

Samara Stays reserves the right to take appropriate action against unauthorized use of its intellectual property, subject to applicable law.

Such action may include requesting removal of unauthorized material, restricting access to services or pursuing available legal remedies.

14. Changes to This Notice

This Notice may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the Samara Stays website, intellectual-property portfolio, applicable law or content practices.

The version published on the website shall apply from its stated effective date.

15. Contact

Correspondence concerning intellectual-property rights may be addressed to:

SERENITY HIDEAWAY – EMPREENDIMENTOS IMOBILIÁRIOS, UNIPESSOAL, LIMITADA
‍Email: legal@samarastays.com
Telephone: +351 239 065 365

16. Effective Date

This Intellectual Property & Content Use Notice is effective from 28 September 2026.

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