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(Formerly Hotel Playa Samara)
Your Costa Rica Beach Vacation
We have changed the name of HOTEL PLAYA SAMARA to "BLUE IGUANA", to differentiate ourselves from the growing population of "something" .Playa Samara hotels and Hostels. We have also expanded our services for you, our traveler families! Enjoy the new "BLUE IGUANA"!!
Designed with an unmistakable nod to the charming style of New Orleans, our newly renovated property looks as though it was plucked right off of Bourbon Street and placed here in Samara’s tropical paradise. Our guests describe our hotel as charming and simple.. And while we certainly aren’t a luxury hotel…
…what we are is CLEAN, COMFORTABLE and AFFORDABLE.
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Playa Samara
Located on Costa Rica’s northern Pacific coast, Playa Samara is one of the area's most beautiful beaches!
It is best known for its stunning, long, white sand beach, and is one of the safest swimming beaches in Costa Rica, thanks to the protection of a large reef barrier just off the coastline.
Costa Rican Paradise
Beach-side restaurants and bars with live music create an exciting, yet tranquil atmosphere. And there's something for everyone here-- there are a host of organized tours and activities in Samara, or you can join in on a game of beach volleyball or soccer--or if you prefer, you can always just relax in a lounge chair with a beverage and take in the magnificent display of colors at sunset.
Our quaint little beach town has paved roads and is filled with shops, grocery stores and fantastic restaurant options from sushi to Italian, to Mexican, burgers, seafood and more.
And don’t worry, you’ll feel right at home here. Samara is truly a laid-back, friendly town. It’s a beautiful mix of locals (called Ticos), travelers, families, and retirees, with tourists hailing from the U.S., Canada, Europe and other parts of Costa Rica. In Samara the vibes are always good!
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Blue iguana membership
When you join the Blue Iguana membership club, enjoy instant rewards like free drinks, t-shirts, discounts on tours and packages and more. Membership is FREE so sign up below to join.
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Massage
You don't have to leave the comfort of your hotel to relax while enjoying a professional deep tissue, or Swiss massage by one of our professionally trained massage therapists.
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Poolside Bar
The beach is only a minutes walk away but sometimes it's better to lay out by the pool. Have a drink while you enjoy the sun without the sand. The bar is open all the time and has live music every night.
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Barefoot Beachside Botanic Beauty
Situated 100 meters from the beach and surrounded by the charming local boardwalk. The Blue Iguana is a true tropical getaway.
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