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El Pequeno Gecko Verde

Camino Buena Vista | Cantarrana, Playa Samara 50205, Costa Rica
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Rating summary
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Boston, Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013

Our family of four spent a magical 4 nights at Gecko Verde. The monkey, the "secret" beach (and Buena Vista beach--very swimmable, maybe a mile long, and nearly deserted!--only a short walk away), the beautiful pool, the very friendly and helpful staff and owners. When a couple things went wrong in the bungalow the first night (toilet leaking etc), they... More

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San Jose, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

We spent 2-3 nights here and it was not nearly enough, the location was perfect, a short drive or walk to the beach. Cozy little cottage with a kitchenette and out door shower. it get very dark at night and the jungle noises are amazing! we are so ready to go back right now and stay at least a week.... More

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Gatineau, Canada
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

There are no words to explain how great our experience was at this hotel. It's beautiful beyond belief (the flora is just amazing on location). The bungalows are beautiful, spacious, clean, air conditioned, well equipped, etc. Nathalie, the owner, is dedicated to offering you the best experience possible. She is very available and very sweet. There is a beautiful pool... More

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Seattle, Washington, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

My husband and I just returned from our stay at Gecko Verde and are still amazed at how amazing it and Samara Beach was. The cabins are awesome, the breakfast is awesome, the monkeys are awesome. Need a bike(you do and you should)? They will hook it up. Wanna go see some dolphins? They will hook it up. They answered... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

We spend four nights and we had a wonderful time. Very professional and friendly service. Clean and great bungalows with lovely gardens. Swimming pool was excellent for us and our daughter. Would come back anytime!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 via mobile

This really is a hidden gem. Rooms were very clean and well kept. Smelt like paint so know they try to stay on the upkeep. A nice lounge area on the porch with a hammock. And a nice secret beach where my wife and I had it for the entire day. No complaints here and would definitely visit again!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We stayed here for 4 nights during our time in Costa Rica and it is an amazing place. The rooms are all individual and we had coco. The rooms are decorated to a high standard and are very clean. They also have a terrace and hammock for watching the wildlife. We regularly saw monkeys, squirrels, lizards and much much more!... More

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Prague, Czech Republic
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

It is difficult to write something new, everything was already mentioned. The hotel is hidden gem in Playa Samara. Bungalows are nice decorated, spotless, awesome garden with various plants. I loved the outside shower with halloweens crabs which came to visit us time to time. But they are harmless and so nice, you don´t have to be worry about. Kitchen... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

Charming bungalows, tastefully decorated, in a botanical garden setting. Loved the lanai with a hammock and ceiling fan. Outdoor shower is a wonderful concept, but challenging experience with all the bees! Enjoyed visiting the "secret beach" and my husband had an epic fishing day at Playa Buena Vista just down the road. Breakfast was delicious, highly recommend! Would not consider... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013 via mobile

The hotel is nice if you want to stay there, but not much too see around, and too far to walk to town, so you need a car and then parking at the beach and rent long chairs.. Beach close to hotel or samara are ok but not wow. Surf is 30min dirt road, so not convenient for surf base... More

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Also Known As:
El Pequeno Gecko Verde Hotel Playa Samara
El Pequeno Gecko Verde Hotel
Address: Camino Buena Vista | Cantarrana, Playa Samara 50205, Costa Rica
Region: Costa Rica > Province of Guanacaste > Playa Samara
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 20 B&Bs / Inns in Playa Samara
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Imagine a haven of peace in a tropical forest, at most 1,5 kms from the center of Samara and just a few steps away from a secret beach. The hotel entices people to relax fully. For nature lovers, discover at only 400 m by walk from the hotel, the wild Buena Vista Beach, a protected area for turtles reproduction and a spot fishing well-known by Ticos. For your well being. Where the noise ends, located on over half a hectare of giant trees and tropical plants, El Pequeño Gecko Verde offers you 8 luxurious and fully equipped bungalows totally independent, a huge turquoise swimming pool, a rancho for breakfast each morning and dinners organized a few times a week. Our facilities are guarded 24 hours per day. ... more   less 

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