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Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
Hotel near Samara Beach in Sámara

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Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm | Exterior
Front of property
Beach nearby
Bicycling
Hallway

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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West side of the soccer field, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205
  • Place, Samara Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carrillo Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Pelada
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Nosara (NOB)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Double Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

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Economy Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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. Buena Vista Beach is within 6 miles (10 km) and Playa Barrigona is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Buena Vista Beach - 13 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Carrillo Beach - 13 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Guiones Beach - 24 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Playa Pelada - 30 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Club - Samara - ‬4 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.

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. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

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

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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

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

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 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 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

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. No onsite parking is available. 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 20.4 mi (73-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 Dec 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Iguana on Dec 8, 2025 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 (19-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: 8:00 AM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Iguana?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

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.