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Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Samara Beach

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Exterior
Beach nearby
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Beach nearby

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
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.

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

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
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Barbecue grill(s)
The current price is $57
includes taxes & fees
$50 per night
Apr 26 - Apr 27

Room options

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Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Condo, Kitchen, Ground Floor | Living room | Flat-screen TV

Deluxe Condo, Kitchen, Ground Floor

Highlights

Yard
Furnished patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | View from room

Family Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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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 - 19 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Nosara Beach - 20 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 24 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 35 min drive - 10.5 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 73 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 137 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Malehu - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Microbar - ‬5 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.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
DONE

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
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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

    • Free onsite self parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*
DONE

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

  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

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

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Onsite venue - sushi bar.

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?

Yes, there's free self parking.

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 PM; Check-in end time: 10 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.

What's the area around Blue Iguana like?

Blue Iguana is located a short 1-minute walk from Samara Beach.

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Blue Iguana Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.6/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Beach
Live music
Bar
Breakfast
Bed

Reviews

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

4/10 Fair

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

Grate location
Emmanuel, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly atmosphere
Kobi, 28-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

4/10 Fair

The staff was friendly & this may be an okay place for singles or travelers who are ok with hostels but for a single mother and her young child I was very disappointed with this place. Live music at night made it hard to rest & overall cleanliness especially bathrooms was bad. I didn’t even end up staying but rather gave the key back and had to find a diff hotel to stay at. When returning the key and telling them I wasn’t going to stay they didn’t bother asking why or offering a refund.
Gabrielle, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

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

4/10 Fair

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

4/10 Fair

Bathroom was tiny. Very tiny. No hot water which is to be expected here. Hotel was very loud with other guests and security was lacking. Good for a quick bed on your travels.
Cory, 1-night trip

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

8/10 Very good

Daniel, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

La cuisine commune était très sale. Les gens étaient super gentils et accueillants, chaque fois que nous avions une questions, ils étaient toujours là pour nous aider. Je recommande l’endroit, mais seulement si vous ne compter pas cuisiner lol!
Emmanuelle, 3-night trip

4/10 Fair

Arturo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Buena Atención
Luis, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Régine, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Adam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love
Lucas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No tiene aire acondicionado pero es un lindo lugar para quedarse de paso
Brayan, 1-night trip

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

10/10 Exceptional

Alvaro, 1-night trip