Blue Iguana

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Samara Beach

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

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard Double Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Economy Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
Free WiFi
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Room

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Ceiling fan
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
Ceiling fan
Down comforter
Shared/communal kitchen
Cable channels
Flat-panel TV
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Sámara

At Blue Iguana, you'll be within steps of Samara Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Sámara hotel include Carrillo Beach and Nosara Beach.

What's nearby

  • Samara Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Buena Vista Beach - 13 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Garza Beach - 20 min drive - 16.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Roots Bakery & Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Limey’s Bar & Restaurant - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Blue Iguana

Hotel with free parking, steps from Samara Beach
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 a ceiling fan. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. This Sámara hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return 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

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

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 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

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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.

  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are 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

What is the cancellation policy at Blue Iguana?

Blue Iguana offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue Iguana?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Iguana on 10 Nov 2025 start from AU$87.02, including 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.

Is parking available at Blue Iguana?

Yep, Blue Iguana has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Blue Iguana?

Yep, Blue Iguana is a short 1-minute walk from Samara Beach.

Does Blue Iguana have a pool?

Blue Iguana has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Blue Iguana?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Blue Iguana?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Blue Iguana?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Blue Iguana?

No, only service animals are allowed.