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Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
Hotel near Samara Beach in Sámara

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Blue Iguana

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Exterior
Front of property
Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor banquet area
Economy Room | Bathroom | Shower

Overview of Blue Iguana

Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

Map
West side of the soccer field, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205
  • Popular LocationSamara Beach1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarrillo Beach15 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Barrigona25 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

Standard Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

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

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

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

Economy Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Exterior

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

View all photos for Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

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

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Shared kitchen facilities

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Deluxe Condo, Kitchen, Ground Floor

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Comfort Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Sámara

Close to the beach.At this Sámara hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Samara Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Carrillo Beach. Playa Barrigona and Playa Barco Quebrado are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 1 min walk
  • Carrillo Beach - 15 min drive
  • Buena Vista Beach - 24 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona - 25 min drive
  • Nosara Beach - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco's Mexican Restaurant - 4 min walk
  • Microbar - 5 min walk
  • Roots bakery & Cafe - 5 min walk
  • Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - 15 min walk
  • Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - 3 min walk

About this property

Blue Iguana

Hotel near Samara Beach in Sámara
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at Blue Iguana. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Sámara hotel.

  • 40 guestrooms or units
  • Deli
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Blue Iguana offers 40 accommodations with shared/communal kitchens and ceiling fans. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. This Sámara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

Dutch, English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • There is no hot water on site.

Property is also known as

Hotel Playa Samara
Playa Samara
Blue Iguana Hotel
Blue Iguana Sámara
Hotel Playa Samara
Blue Iguana Hotel Sámara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Iguana to the airport?

Blue Iguana is 16.7 mi (59-min drive) away from the Nosara (NOB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Iguana?

As of May 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Iguana on May 4, 2024 start from $45.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Blue Iguana have an airport shuttle?

Blue Iguana offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Blue Iguana to the beach?

This hotel is a short 1-minute walk from Samara Beach and 4 mi (15-min drive) from Carrillo Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Iguana offer free breakfast?

Blue Iguana does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Iguana?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Blue Iguana?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Iguana?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Blue Iguana have a pool?

Blue Iguana features an outdoor pool.

Does Blue Iguana have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Blue Iguana have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Blue Iguana to downtown Sámara?

Blue Iguana is 0.1 mi away from Sámara.

Blue Iguana Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 78 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sylvain

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No AC, Fans old AND dirty, drinks at bar pricey
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfecto
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice Stay
Front desk was very helpful, letting us know the best spots to go for our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Cory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Radhi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hedvig

Liked: Staff & service
Overall daytime was great nighttime too loud at this hostel this site is not advertised as hostel if we had known would not have booked here rooms very small .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Alonso

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel when arrived was closed. Not a soul. No place to sleep!!! Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

2/10 Terrible

Valentina

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Avoid
Do yourself a favour and avoid this place. Room is dark, dingy and ugly. Mattress is thin, TERRIBLE, springy thing and doesn’t even fit the bed properly. You can see the bed boards. For the price, not worth it. No blankets provided, just a sheet. No towels in room and no TV either (contrary to room details on Hotels.com). Cleanliness is poor, wall fan rusty. The night we spent here there was a MASSIVE party in the pool area, breaking every COVID rule in place. Looked more like a sleazy high-school prom after party. The teens then spent the next hour just walking up and down the corridor of rooms making all sorts of noise. Not the Sámara experience I was expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022