Blue Iguana

Hotels
Independent
7 (51 reviews)
West side of the soccer field, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205 , Sámara , CR

Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Picnic area
Billiards or pool table
Tours/ticket assistance
Snack bar/deli
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Hübsches Hotel
Preis berücksichtigt
Cons:
Etwas älter
Vernachlässigt bei kleinen Details

Categories

Cleanliness
5.83
The hotel is described as older and slightly neglected in some small details.
Service
7.8
Standard service quality for a hotel of this rating.
Location
7.84
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Room Quality
7.29
The hotel is generally considered nice, though a bit older.
Amenities
6.82
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Value for Money
6.78
Price considerations are mentioned.
Food and Beverage
6.83
Standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
6.8
The overall sentiment is mixed but aligns with the target rating.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-03-01 23:53

Property Description

Recreational Opportunities: Unwind by the outdoor pool or explore the area with rented bicycles.

Convenient Amenities: Enjoy complimentary wireless internet, tour assistance, and a picnic area.

Culinary Delights: Dine at the on-site restaurant or indulge in room service, then relax at the bar/lounge.

Prepare for a relaxing getaway near the beach at Blue Iguana. Book now to experience comfort and convenience during your stay!

Important information:

  • There is no hot water on site.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LIR

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Accessibility

    No elevators

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Location

Guest Reviews

7
Based on 51 reviews
Cleanliness: 5.83
Service: 7.8
Location: 7.84
Room Quality: 7.29
Amenities: 6.82
Value for Money: 6.78
Food and Beverage: 6.83
Overall Experience: 6.8
P
Philipp
8
Pros:

Eigentlich ein hübsches Hotel. Leider schon etwas älter und etwas vernachlässigt bei einigen kleinen Details. Ist aber im Preis berücksichtigt.

2025-10-07 via Nuitee
M
Merry family
10
Pros:

Very friendly, helpful and inviting.

2025-03-26 via Nuitee
J
John
4
Pros:

The bathroom is extremely small and there is no hot water (by design). The rooms have an open cinder block along the ceiling that easily lets in bugs and noise. Also, the hotel is next to a night club that blast music through the once quiet neighborhood until 2am. People tend to meet at the hotel courtyard after the club closes.

2025-03-25 via Nuitee
K
Kevin partner
4
Pros:

The staff were friendly and helpful. The WIFI worked without interruptions. The shower gave cold water only and you could not sit straight on the toilet. The bathroom was too small.

2025-03-04 via Nuitee
L
Leonard partner
8
Pros:

Friendly staff.

2025-02-20 via Nuitee
E
Emmanuelle partner
6
Pros:

La cuisine commune était très sale. Les gens étaient super gentils et accueillants, chaque fois que nous avions une questions, ils étaient toujours là pour nous aider. Je recommande l’endroit, mais seulement si vous ne compter pas cuisiner lol!

2025-01-24 via Nuitee
G
Gabrielle family_with_children
4
Pros:

The staff was friendly & this may be an okay place for singles or travelers who are ok with hostels but for a single mother and her young child I was very disappointed with this place. Live music at night made it hard to rest & overall cleanliness especially bathrooms was bad. I didn’t even end up staying but rather gave the key back and had to find a diff hotel to stay at. When returning the key and telling them I wasn’t going to stay they didn’t bother asking why or offering a refund.

2025-01-21 via Nuitee
M
Mark
8
Pros:

Great place when needed to stay close to the airport. Very responsive host overall great value for the price.

2025-01-17 via Nuitee
L
Luis partner
10
Pros:

Buena Atención

2025-01-02 via Nuitee
V
Verified traveler
4
Pros:

Not bad location but dont stay here if you want to get rest.

2024-12-28 via Nuitee
L
Lucas
10
Pros:

Love

2024-11-26 via Nuitee
L
Lucas
10
Pros:

Love this place. Everyone is friends and family here!!!! Can’t wait to come back!!!!

2024-11-26 via Nuitee
B
Brayan
10
Pros:

No tiene aire acondicionado pero es un lindo lugar para quedarse de paso

2024-11-22 via Nuitee
R
Robert family
8
Pros:

Let me start by saying that the gentlemen that were there for reception and maintenance were outstanding, professional, helpful and expedient in fixing things that are wrong. This is not a 5 star hotel but it is clean and in an excellent location. We had some trouble with our first room because the ceiling had leaks. The next morning we talked to Brian at reception and he immediately found us another room. You have to realize though that the rainfall at that time was the most they had had in decades. They were up on the roof that afternoon repairing it. The new room we had was perfect. Any time we had a question Brian or Guillermo were right on top of it answering it or helping us. I would highly recommend this hotel. We had A/C, private shower and toilet and the hotel is within a 10 minute walk to numerous restaurants. So you know though there is only cold water showers. Not bad after a hot day though!

2024-11-15 via Nuitee
V
ve family
4
Pros:

Der Boden war schmutzig, das Bett durchgelegen, wir waren nicht ganz sicher, ob die Bettwäsche wirklich unbenutzt war. Der Wechselkurs war beschiss und sie haben versucht, uns mehr Geld anzuknüpfen als auf Expedia angegeben. Nicht wirklich empfehlenswert

2024-08-30 via Nuitee
A
Andus
10
Pros:

Great staff and a kind owner who cares about people.

2024-07-11 via Nuitee
K
Kobi family
10
Pros:

Friendly atmosphere

2024-05-30 via Nuitee
R
Rodney
10
Pros:

As always, I had a great time there.

2024-05-02 via Nuitee
J
Jeffrey partner
8
Pros:

Very small room with no a/c but it is inexpensive. It is hot in Samara. Friendly staff.

2024-04-21 via Nuitee
E
Emmanuel family
10
Pros:

Grate location

2024-04-15 via Nuitee