Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde

Hotels
9.2 (147 reviews)
Hotel El Pequeño Gecko Verde - Cantarrana , Sámara , cr

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Electric bicycle charging station
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Terrace
Family rooms
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Tour desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Beautiful surroundings
Cons:
Transportation necessary due to location
Occasional Wi-Fi issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.76
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Service
9.73
The staff were wonderful and very helpful; guests praised them extensively.
Location
8.77
Some mentioned that a car is necessary due to the hotel's distance from the town.
Room Quality
9.22
Guests appreciated the comfort of the separate cottages.
Amenities
9.25
The pool and breakfast offerings received positive remarks.
Value for Money
9.21
Guests felt it was excellent value for the setting and quality.
Food and Beverage
9.26
Breakfast was consistently described as delicious and made to order.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overwhelmingly positive feedback; many felt a strong sense of relaxation and enjoyment.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 17:29

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation
Experience the charm of El Pequeño Gecko Verde's bungalows and rooms, featuring elegant white linens, rustic wood furnishings, and vibrant tropical accents. Relax in your private patio with a hammock and outdoor stone shower, offering the perfect blend of comfort and nature.

Culinary Delights
Indulge in a delectable daily breakfast at the palm roof palapa, offering a diverse menu of local and international flavors. Let your taste buds savor the tantalizing dishes while enjoying the serene surroundings of the hotel.

Adventure Awaits
Embark on exciting adventures with the help of our friendly receptionists, whether it's horse riding, snorkeling, diving, or exploring the nearby secret beach and breathtaking cliff overlooks. Create unforgettable memories during your stay at El Pequeño Gecko Verde.

Book now for an unforgettable stay at El Pequeño Gecko Verde!

Important information:

30% prepayment 60 days before the arrival is required for bookings with more than 5 nights or 2 or more rooms. The Hotel will contact you with further instructions.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 147 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.76
Service: 9.73
Location: 8.77
Room Quality: 9.22
Amenities: 9.25
Value for Money: 9.21
Food and Beverage: 9.26
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Alexandra family_with_children fr
9
Petit havre de paix dans la jungle à 20 minutes à pied à peine du centre de Sámara ( boutique, resto, activités, plage )
Pros:

Accueil au top : Muriel et son staff sont aux petits soins. La villa était nettoyée minutieusement chaque jour.

Le petit déjeuner au bord de la piscine est à la carte mais service efficace.

Réveil naturel avec les singes hurleurs 😍 plein d’animaux comme des coatis et ratons laveurs nous ont bien amusés !

Un endroit pour prendre son temps comme on les aime : pura vida !

2026-02-27 via Nuitee
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Bernard family_with_children fr
10
Pros:

2ème séjour au Pequeno Gecko Verde.
Toujours un excellent accueil, cadre enchanteur et piscine très agréable.
Très bon petit déjeuner. Muriel est très disponible et ses conseils sont précieux.
On aime toujours autant la déco des chambres.
Hautement recommandé !

2026-02-26 via Nuitee
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Suzanne couple ca
9
Great experience. Would totally stay there again. And would recommend to friends.
Pros:

The cabins were private and adorable. Each had its own patio with chairs and a hammock. Lush location with wildlife. The AC was powerful! :) Staff was top notch. So kind and accommodating. The included breakfast was terrific with fresh strawberry juice and a full fruit platter.

Cons:

The road to get there is a little rough. It is a little further from the beach.

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
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Farzaneh couple us
8
Pros:

The staff upon arrival were very friendly and helped us with our luggage. They provided great recommendations for available tours with fair price and kindly prepared our breakfast in advance—around 7:10 a.m.—so we could eat before our 7:30 tour shuttle pickup. Breakfast was excellent, including a delicious smoothie, coffee, pancakes, and an omelette. The view from the room was amazing and truly felt like being in the middle of the jungle. They also had clean and great pool that we couldn't use it due to our limited time. The room included a safe box, a coffee maker, and a private balcony with a hammock. Parking was free and conveniently located right in front of each unit.

Cons:

It was a bit far from the beach—about a 10-minute walk—and the road leading off the main road was bumpy for about five minutes.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple fr
10
Nous aurions aimé prolonger notre séjour 😍
Pros:

Tout… un magnifique bungalow bien équipé dans un beau jardin tropical.
Notre hôte, Muriel très agréable et toujours prête à nous donner les meilleurs conseils pour profiter de Samara. Le personnel aussi est très gentil.
Le petit-déjeuner extra 👌

Cons:

Rien !

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Joerg couple ch
9
2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Andrea family_with_children fr
10
parfaitement parfait
Pros:

Parfait, rien à redire. Quel surprise en arrivant, nous étions comblé.
Petit déjeuné très très copieux.
Lieux insolite, douche chaude à l’extérieur.
Propreté impeccable.
Personnel agréable, à l’écoute et très sympathique.
A noté que Les proprios sont français :)
Nous recommandons 100% et regrettons même de ne pas être resté une nuit de plus !

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Steve couple ca
7
Very nice quiet resort area. Short walk to beautiful quiet Buenavista beach. Great breakfasts and staff very friendly. E
Pros:

Beautiful grounds and pool. Quiet area.

Cons:

Room was a bit dated. Especially the kitchen.

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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dave couple gb
9
Romantic jungle retreat
Pros:

Beautifully layed out and maintained Tropical garden. Spotlessly cleaned spacious cabins, quiet efficient AC and fans. Great pool. Loved the outdoor shower. Helpful staff made us feel at home.

Cons:

Internet. spent more time off than on. An on going problem I believe

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Ivy couple ca
10
Pros:

Fantastic property. Villa's are super comfortable and very private. Staff were friendly and the breakfast provided was exceptional. I would highly recommend this property and stay here again.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Emilie couple fr
10
2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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lesley couple gb
9
Highly recommended Samara retreat
Pros:

wonderful small hotel set in a jungle like environment, everything was lovely including the staff with the owner welcoming us in person. Room was ideal for us and a great decking area to sit with fans. The pool was an added bonus although its only 5 minute walk to a quiet beach

Cons:

Only slight disadvantage was the distance from Samara which meant we had to drive to everything

2026-01-28 via Nuitee
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Augu couple fr
9
Très bon séjour, je recommande
Pros:

Très belle établissement, soigné, bien entretenu, belle chambre confortable avec tout le nécessaire

Cons:

Un petit peu loin du centre ville 30 minutes à pied

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Edwin couple nl
8
Prachtig verblijf midden in de natuur.
Pros:

De ligging, prachtige natuur, veel dieren in de omgeving gezien. Behulpzaam en vriendelijk personeel. Eigen hangmat. Lekker zwembad. Heerlijke cocktails.

Cons:

De slaapkamer vonden wij erg krap, wat maakt dat je je koffers niet goed kwijt kan. Ook weinig ruimte om je spullen neer te leggen (huisje Coco).

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Heidi couple ch
10
The best accommodation on the coast!
Pros:

So Beautiful! The surroundings of the rooms are the prettiest tropical gardens- rooms super comfy, nice outside room area, great pool and around the pool relax area- delicious breakfast - absolutely top notch and excellent value for money.

Cons:

All perfect

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
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denis couple gb
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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Pedersen family_with_children dk
8
Jungle hytte i flotte omgivelser
Pros:

Fed hytte midt i junglen, men det ligger et stykke fra strand og by. Så man skal have bil (eller golfbil som vi lejede for at komme rundt).

Cons:

Poolen var lidt kold, men ellers et skønt sted.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
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frederic couple fr
10
Endroit magique
Pros:

Tout et particulièrement la beauté du lieu les infrastructures et la gentillesse du personnel . Mention spécial pour le petit déjeuner fabuleux au bord de la piscine . Un de nos top

Cons:

L accès est pas simple surtout avec Waze Europe qui nous trompe. Quel plaisir quand on deouvre le lieu

2026-01-17 via Nuitee
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Caroline family_with_children dk
10
Pros:

Rigtig dejligt sted, smukke omgivelser og fantastisk personale.

2026-01-15 via Nuitee
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YINGYI family_with_children cr
10
2026-01-14 via Nuitee