Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Property class: 3
Sámara lodge with outdoor pool and bar/lounge

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Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde puts you within a 15-minute drive of Samara Beach. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in massages. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a wooden door, and a wall with two leaf paintings.

Family Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with a colorful striped blanket, a wooden headboard, and a white wall with an air conditioning unit.

Bungalow, 1 Queen Bed

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A wooden bed with a red wall, a small table with a lamp, and a chair.

Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

A small, single-story house with a green roof, surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

A covered patio with a hammock, a pool, and tropical vegetation.

Family Villa, 3 Bedrooms, Private Pool

  • Garden view
  • 140 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

A wooden cabin with a covered porch, a dining area with chairs, and a view of lush greenery outside.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchenette

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

A neatly made bed with a colorful striped blanket, a world map on the wall, and a wooden door.

Deluxe Bungalow, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen

  • Garden view
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Playa Samara, Cantarrana, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 17 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 22 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 24 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Playa Barco Quebrado - 26 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 67 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 146 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

  • Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde puts you within a 15-minute drive of Samara Beach. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool and indulge in massages. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 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 staffed during limited hours
    • 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
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Segway rentals/tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Segway rentals/tours

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2008
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • An outdoor pool
  • Arcade/game room

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Stocked minibar (select free items)
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

This property accepts credit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

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

Does Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde 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 Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

What is there to do at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing. Additional recreation onsite includes segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the lodge's other amenities, which include an arcade and a picnic area. Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde also has a garden.

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Reviews

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

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What guests liked

  • The pool was clean, refreshing, and perfectly kept, making for a lovely experience. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice room, very clean, very private, staff were wonderful!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were excellent. Very helpful and professional. Pool was pristine, perfectly kept. As usual, kitchenette could use better paring knives. Enjoyed wildlife: howler monkeys, racoons, coati, geckos, iguanas, birds, cat, two big spiders in web by check in! Off the beaten track so very private and quiet; personal cabins in midst of 'jungle'. Would go back and stay longer!
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay! We stayed in the family suite with the private pool and it was absolutely perfect. Its a short drive/walk/scoot to town which makes for a nice quiet stay while still being close to all amenities. The staff were amazing and the little soda on the corner was delicious. Thanks!
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10/10 Exceptional

Great out of the way location. You can walk to the beach from here. Tonnes of wildlife wight under the deck!
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10/10 Exceptional

Jungle Paradise

This small hotel sits in the jungle underneath tall trees just filled with howler monkeys. It is delightful. The landscaping is lovely, the pool is clean and refreshing, and the proprietors are friendly and helpful. We loved it!
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice place, The staff is extremely supportive and nice. Merci pour votre accueil et les excellents conseils. One of the best place in costa rica. Close to the beach, and national park. Take a tours to see dolphins and green turtles. For diner, Restaurante Bahía is the best.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. Lovely owners with helpful suggestions.
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10/10 Exceptional

loved this spot

Wonderful place, great service!
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10/10 Exceptional

They were great and even jumpstarted our car when it wouldn’t start.
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful time. The property is gorgeous, lush, and vibrant. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The perfect place to stay!
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

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.
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8/10 Very good

Road and access to and from hotel is rough and not friendly user for driver.
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6/10 Good

The property is nice, but the facilities are run down. Our shower head barely worked. It didn’t work enough to take a real shower. The room was tiny. We had a small refrigerator, no kitchen as I thought when I booked it. Nowhere to put your bags so they had to stay on the floor. I had an emergency at had and had to cut my trip by a week. The other two hotels I had to cancel were completely accommodating and refunded me my money. This one didn’t care. They just said I have to pay the full price. The pool was really nice and a couple of the staff were very sweet. That made it an okay stay.
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4/10 Fair

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.
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10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel in samara

Amazingly
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8/10 Very good

Gecko review

We had an amazing stay at this lodge. The only thing that was a surprise to us was the cabin had a full kitchen. I didn’t notice that when we booked. But the cabins with the full kitchen do not include breakfast. You could order breakfast for an extra cost. We arrived in the evening and did not bring any food to cook. So we ended up purchasing the breakfast that came with most of the rooms. It was a little frustrating since we spent more than we usually spend on rooms. The pool was also very cold. It was a very nice property. And out of the way of the busy town. If you’re looking for dinner a little later, you will have to travel into town by car.
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful property nestled in the jungle makes you feel like you are in another world yet its location is close enough to the beaches and offerings of Samara. Highly recommended
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8/10 Very good

Very nice property surrounded by luscious vegetation. Staff was great and breakfast delicious. The bed/mattress definitely needs an upgrade. The rooms are outdated but very clean. It’s very close to downtown and the beautiful beach.
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10/10 Exceptional

Had a great trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, great pool, clean rooms, yummy breaakfast
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10/10 Exceptional

Muy bueno

Súper privado, silencioso, pocos huéspedes, la comida de la zona excelente!
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10/10 Exceptional

Un lugar muy tranquilo y relajante apenas para salir del bullicio dela ciudad y muy cerca de la playa.. y doña Mauriel la administradora muy exelente persona y muy amable...y la haviatacion demasiado comoda
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay

Just perfect. Surrounded by nature and very clean. Amazing
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10/10 Exceptional

Exactly what we expected. It was nice being away from the hubhub of town. Bed wasn’t super comfy.