We stayed at El Pequeno for 1 week in Feb.2012. There were 2 couples and were in the larger bungalow with a very nice little kitchen, 2 separate bedrooms and baths. The bungalow has a comfortable porch and hammocks across the front. It was clean and comfortable with a/c and outside fans. The property is located in the jungle outside... More

We stayed here in March 2012 for 4 nights as part of our honeymoon and could not have asked for a better spot to relax and spend time together. The cabina (Guanabana) was great with everything we needed in the little kitchen, a comfortable bed, lovely outdoor shower and a fantastic hammock on the deck where we spent a lot... More

We stayed here in jan 2012 in one of the larger bungalows initially and then because we wanted to stay longer, we moved to a smaller bungalow. It is definitely worth the money for a larger bungalow if you need space, however the smaller bungalows were still beautifully decorated and well kept I loved the surroundings, the bungalows are set... More

We wanted a new experience and staying in the jungle but near the beach was it. El Pequeno Gecko Verde gave us that and more. We just came back from a 5 day stay and we can only rave of our experience there. It was friendly and clean. It was amazing to wake up every morning to the sounds of... More

We very much enjoyed our last 5 days of our trip here and would go back. Our cottage Ylang Ylang was very private with a nice outdoor shower. There were tropical flowers and hummingbirds buzzing around. The monkeys were right outside our room. Everything from our room to the landscaping on the property, the swimming pool area was clean and... More

This place was mediocre. Staff was not helpful. We checked in around noon and asked where the beach was - the receptionist pointed us down the path except that we couldn't actually walk to Samara beach because of the tide coming in. She knew we had a car, she should have just recommended that we drive in at that time... More

My husband and I just came back from a wonderful week at this charming hotel. Nathalie was so helpful with travel arrangements, and the bungalows are gorgeous and surrounded by a lush, tropical garden buzzing with life: butterflies, humming birds, and monkeys swinging from trees. The path just behind the bungalows takes you straight into the jungle where you can... More

Great room, friendly staff. Nice pool. Location in jungle was pretty rad. I like the distance from town. Easy 20 min walk or 5 minute drive. Samara is a great town and this was a great place to come back to and relax.

Just returned from a quick week's stay in Samara. We chose to spend the entire time at El Pequeno Gecko given our limited time (driving from place to place in CR takes quite a while!). To be honest, this place grew on me. I was a little disappointed upon arrival - perhaps I was expecting a little more luxury (see... More