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Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

3.0 star property
3-star lodge near Samara Beach

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Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

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Beach nearby
Horseback riding
Interior entrance
Free minibar items, in-room safe, soundproofing, free WiFi
Bar (on property)

Overview of Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • BarBarBar
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Check out the area

Playa Samara, Cantarrana, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205
  • Popular LocationSamara Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBuena Vista Beach20 min drive
  • Popular LocationPlaya Barrigona23 min drive

Room options

Room

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

  • 1507 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

Family Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Sámara

Close to the beach.Stay at this Sámara lodge and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Samara Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Playa Barrigona. Carrillo Beach and Playa Barco Quebrado are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 7 min drive
  • Buena Vista Beach - 20 min drive
  • Carrillo Beach - 20 min drive
  • Playa Barrigona - 23 min drive
  • Garza Beach - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

3-star lodge near Samara Beach
As a guest of Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde, you'll find an outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Tour/ticket assistance, an arcade/game room, and multilingual staff are also featured at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde.

This 3-star Sámara lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 8 buildings
  • Built in 2008
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Game room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde offers 12 accommodations with minibars (stocked with some free items) and safes. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:30 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Segway rentals/tours

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 7 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children

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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash.

We should mention

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Pequeño Gecko Verde Sámara
Pequeño Gecko Verde Sámara
Hotel Pequeño Gecko Verde Samara
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde Samara
El Pequeño Gecko Verde Samara
El Pequeno Gecko Verde Samara
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde Lodge
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde Sámara
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde Lodge Sámara

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde to the airport?

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde is 16.3 mi (57-min drive) away from the Nosara (NOB) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

As of Apr 16, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde on May 10, 2024 start from $95.0, 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 Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde have an airport shuttle?

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde to the beach?

This lodge is 1.3 mi (7-min drive) from Samara Beach and 4.6 mi (23-min drive) from Playa Barrigona. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

No, there is no casino at this lodge.

What time is check-in at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Free parking is not available at this lodge.

Does Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde have a pool?

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde have a spa?

This lodge doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde to downtown Sámara?

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde is 1 mi away from Sámara.

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

James, House Springs

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were told breakfast was included when we checked in, when we checked out we were billed for it. When I confronted the manager she literally went on their Expedia site and changed it to not included breakfast, right in front of me! When I reserved my bungalow I was told only the largest was available, 2 people in a sleep 7, so I reserved it, the property was not sold out. I was told because I had the one that has a kitchen I had to pay for breakfast because I could have cooked my own! I don't vacation and rent the most expensive villa to cook for myself. Also the TV did not work while we were there, could not sign into NetFlix or Prime, NO english channels and staff could not fix it. There is no A/C in living room/kitchen where you want to hang out, only in bedrooms, so you have to just lay in bed when your'e not out or it's raining. I brought up multiple inconsistent immenities and she would just change the wording on their Expedia site as I spoke. They would not even offer a discount on breakfast to get a better review, they just ignored me, typical French. They are obviously new to hospitality and are not interested in making a customer a happy or a return customer. Also we are both handicapped and staff were aware of it since we use canes and cannot walk well, not once did staff offer to help us with unloading or loading luggage. We do not recommend this place. If you have reservations I would think twice and rebook somewhere else.

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
loved this spot
Wonderful place, great service!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

pat

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Road and access to and from hotel is rough and not friendly user for driver.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time. The property is gorgeous, lush, and vibrant. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The perfect place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villas are gorgeous. Property is lush and well maintained. It's a bit of an adventure getting there but has access to a fairly secluded beach.

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I highly recommend this place.it is extremely beautiful & comfortable. The breakfast was a terrific way to start the day. Lots of amazing places to visit near by.the staff are all truly wonderful helpful people. I will go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Drue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elias

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best hotel in samara
Amazingly
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022