Name: Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde
Address: Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde - Cantarrana, Sámara, Costa Rica, Sámara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
Rating: 9.13

Guest reviews

9.1

Superb

Based on 198 verified reviews

Facilities

9.1

Cleanliness

9.7

Rooms

10

Service

9.8

Location

10

Dining

10

Who stays here?

Couple

63%

Family

26%

Group

7%

Solo

2%

10

Tracee

Mar 19, 2026

·

Stayed 3 nights

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!

10

JEROME

Mar 17, 2026

·

Stayed 2 nights

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.

10

Kaylie

Nov 9, 2025

·

Stayed 1 night

We had a great stay. Lovely owners with helpful suggestions.

10

Kristina

Sep 15, 2025

·

Stayed 5 nights

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

10

Jennifer

Apr 2, 2024

·

Stayed 3 nights

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

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde - Cantarrana, Sámara, Costa Rica

Location

When you stay at Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde in Sámara, you'll be near the beach and 13 minutes by car from Samara Beach. This lodge is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Carrillo Beach and 8 mi (12.8 km) from Buena Vista Beach.

Samara Beach(1.4 miles)

Carrillo Beach(5 miles)

Buena Vista Beach(8 miles)

Playa Barrigona(8.6 miles)

Playa Barco Quebrado(9 miles)

Nosara Beach(10.6 miles)

More location info

Property Policies

Check-in instructions

Everything you need to know for a smooth check-in.

Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 19:00

Before 11:00

Good to know

Additional policies and info about this property.

Optional extras

Additional paid services you can request.

FAQs

Yes, the property offers free on-site parking.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately USD 13 for adults and USD 10 for children.

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property in advance to make arrangements.

Yes, a roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge. Guests should arrange the transfer in advance.

The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Additional accessibility features may be available upon request.

The property is located near the beach, approximately 2.2 km (1.4 miles) from Samara Beach, 8.1 km (5 miles) from Carrillo Beach, and 12.8 km (8 miles) from Buena Vista Beach. Public transport options may be available nearby.

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool available, which is seasonal. Guests can enjoy the pool during operational hours.

Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age. Specific age limits may apply.

The property does not provide information on extra beds or cribs. Guests should inquire directly with the property for any specific needs or requests.

Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Amenities

Property description

Book on Vio