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Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Samara Beach

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Escape to the lush surroundings of Blue Iguana, where you can unwind on the sun-kissed terrace or take a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool. Enjoy bike rentals and free self parking while exploring nearby attractions with tour/ticket assistance from helpful staff.

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Room service
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Outdoor swimming pools
The current price is $54
$61 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Economy Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
West side of the soccer field, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 14 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 17 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Guiones Beach - 26 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Playa Pelada - 36 min drive - 31.2 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 57 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 127 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Club - Samara - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Blue Iguana

Blue Iguana offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from Samara Beach. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • No onsite parking
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • An outdoor pool
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping (surcharge)

Special features

Dining

Igloo - Onsite restaurant.
Igloo - Onsite bar. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Policies

There is no hot water on site.

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Also known as

Hotel Playa Samara

Playa Samara

Blue Iguana Hotel

Blue Iguana Sámara

Hotel Playa Samara

Blue Iguana Hotel Sámara

Frequently asked questions

Does Blue Iguana offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Blue Iguana does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Blue Iguana?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Blue Iguana?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Blue Iguana?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Blue Iguana.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Blue Iguana?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Blue Iguana?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Blue Iguana and nearby?

Blue Iguana has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Blue Iguana?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Igloo.

What's the area around Blue Iguana like?

Blue Iguana is located a short 2-minute walk from Samara Beach.

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Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.2

Staff & service

6.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Beach
Service staff
Breakfast
Bed
Live music
Bar

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very easy to find & within walking distance to any food, entertainment, beach, & nature walks
Janette, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place when needed to stay close to the airport. Very responsive host overall great value for the price.
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff and a kind owner who cares about people.
Andus, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff.
Leonard, 13-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Okay for the younger crowd. Room was double the price because holiday week - $120 - called ‘comfort’ room - no hot water, toilet kind of working, paper thin walls. We used to pay $20 for these rooms. Nice staff and clean enough. Beach nearby where there is a lot of action.
Seth, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly, helpful and inviting.
Merry, 1-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

The bed was very comfortable and the A/C was great! It was convenient to get to the beach (1 block away) and the front desk staff were friendly and helpful, they were able to book us a shuttle to the Liberia airport, etc. The room itself was small and unpleasant and I was grateful my sister had booked a nearby place that was shady and pleasant for lounging. The bathroom seemed to have a leak and therefore the bathroom floor was sopping wet.
Pamela B, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Love this place. Everyone is friends and family here!!!! Can’t wait to come back!!!!
Lucas, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly atmosphere
Kobi, 28-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

It was good! Basic breakfast was included cofee, yogurt , cereal, there was a small menu you need to pay for! Mr Guillermo was very kind! And cooked some.chilaquiles, tacos, scrmabled eggs for the kids! (From the menu). The rooms were clean, they have a bathroom inside, not hot water and the toilet was very small and not muche toom to sit bc the dood was in front...not convenient! Specially if your sharing the room with some friends :]
Ana, 5-night trip
Verified

2/10 Poor

We were very disappointed in the hotel. There was no hot water, the sink drains into the shower. The room was dimly lit with one light bulb. The window did not close and there were no screens, just mosquitoes. There was no working restaurant nor bar. Breakfast was yogurt and granola, opening at 8 AM. It is close to the beach. Next time I will pay a few dollars more and stay at a nice hotel.
Robert, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is wonderful but the condition and comfort for the guest is poor.
Diane, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Very small room with no a/c but it is inexpensive. It is hot in Samara. Friendly staff.
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Staff is friendly. The hotel is terribly noisy. We had a room with No a/c, the ceiling fan was not strong enough to make a difference, the room was very hot. Hard and noisy bed. We were suppose to stay 3 nights, we stayed 1 and moved to an other place. Greg, one of the staff member was great and understanding, he reimbursed us what he could.
Nancy, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Let me start by saying that the gentlemen that were there for reception and maintenance were outstanding, professional, helpful and expedient in fixing things that are wrong. This is not a 5 star hotel but it is clean and in an excellent location. We had some trouble with our first room because the ceiling had leaks. The next morning we talked to Brian at reception and he immediately found us another room. You have to realize though that the rainfall at that time was the most they had had in decades. They were up on the roof that afternoon repairing it. The new room we had was perfect. Any time we had a question Brian or Guillermo were right on top of it answering it or helping us. I would highly recommend this hotel. We had A/C, private shower and toilet and the hotel is within a 10 minute walk to numerous restaurants. So you know though there is only cold water showers. Not bad after a hot day though!
Robert, 10-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The facility is a little weathered, but the staff is outstanding.
Denis, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

As always, I had a great time there.
Rodney, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Nice Stay

Front desk was very helpful, letting us know the best spots to go for our needs
Jason, 2-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The property is a real dive bomb! No hot water- unable to really close windows because there are permanant vents so you can hear the neighbors air conditioner and foreigners yammering at all hours in the courtyard. The only redeeming aspect is indeed the staff. Brian at the front desk was amazing
Amariah, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The events at the bar area were great, live music and maple on another night!
DECLAN, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Grate location
Emmanuel, 5-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Not bad location but dont stay here if you want to get rest.
1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

The staff were friendly and helpful. The WIFI worked without interruptions. The shower gave cold water only and you could not sit straight on the toilet. The bathroom was too small.
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

It's near the beach, but not on it and a short walk to downtown. With a little work it could be a nice place. Something that seems low rent is when there is no cover on the light fixture, only a bare light bulb on the ceiling. No hot water or A/C, but the room was well designed for flow through ventilation and the fan was adequate for cooling. The toilet leaked around the base which was a bit nasty when you think about it. Small rooms which is fine for one person, but would be crowded for two. All that said, I would have stayed a second night, but got a really good deal at another, much nicer hotel.
Marc S., 1-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

No AC, Fans old AND dirty, drinks at bar pricey
Cynthia, 1-night trip