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Paraiso del Cocodrilo

2.5 star property
Sámara beach inn with outdoor pool, restaurant

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Outdoor pool
Beach nearby, scuba diving
View from property
Beach nearby, scuba diving
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views

Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Fridge
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping

Room options

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Classic Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Classic Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 24.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, Garden View, Garden Area | Private kitchenette | Fridge

Deluxe Apartment, Garden View, Garden Area

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Stovetop
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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Design Bungalow, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View | Terrace/patio

Design Bungalow, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

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About the area

Map
Playa Buena Vista, Samara Nicoya, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Playa Barrigona - 14 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Garza Beach - 25 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Samara Beach - 25 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 37 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 53 min drive
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 146 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Microbar - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Paraiso del Cocodrilo

Paraiso del Cocodrilo is a great choice for a stay in Sámara. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Rana, which serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other highlights include a bar/lounge, a terrace and a garden.

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
    • Express check-in/out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
DONE

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle*

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast each morning (surcharge)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)

What to do

  • Scuba diving
  • Beach nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Bike hire

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1993
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • An outdoor pool

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Rana – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 6 to 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10 per day

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Paraiso Cocodrilo Inn Samara
Paraiso Cocodrilo Inn
Paraiso Cocodrilo Samara
Paraiso Cocodrilo
Paraiso del Cocodrilo Inn
Paraiso del Cocodrilo Sámara
Paraiso del Cocodrilo Inn Sámara

Frequently asked questions

Does Paraiso del Cocodrilo offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Paraiso del Cocodrilo does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Paraiso del Cocodrilo?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?
You can check in starting at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Paraiso del Cocodrilo and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as scuba-diving. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the inn's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Paraiso del Cocodrilo?
Yes, Rana offers al fresco dining, international cuisine and garden views.
What's the area around Paraiso del Cocodrilo like?
Paraiso del Cocodrilo is located a short 11-minute walk from Buena Vista Beach.

Paraiso del Cocodrilo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

Worst Customer Service Ever!
This was the worst customer service experience I've ever had. After booking over a month ago, we showed up to be told we had been double booked by hotels.com and there was no availability. We had driven over two hours from Liberia with our four young kids. The owner kept saying it was not his fault and he had no way to e-mail or call. He then said our best bet was to get in the car and drive out of town to see anything else was available. It was Easter Weekend and the busiest Saturday of the year. We went next door to The Flying Crocodile. They didn't have rooms but she called around and found us a place at Las Ranas. It was a hundred dollars more. We went back to the Paraiso de Cocodrilo and the guy would not even give us a dime to compensate. No free dinner, no kind word for our disappointed kids! Nothing!!! I find it interesting that if the situation were reversed, I would have to pay the whole amount for not showing up! Our customer service experience with the Flying Crocodile was 100% better and we hadn't even booked a room with them. If you want to stay in this spot, stay there at the Flying Crocodile.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

BEAUTIFUL TROPICAL SETTING.
After finding the property which is somewhat difficult traveling gravel roads, I was impressed with how beautiful the setting was and the manicured lawns, tropical trees palms, etc. and the well keep large pool. The staff were exceptionally helpful and friendly. This was probably my most favorite place I have stayed in Costa Rica and I haves tayed in numerous places over the past 5 years. I would go back again and again. The beach is within walking distance if you like to walk in hot weather, but we drove the mile to the beach. It is also a lovely setting and not many people there. The prices are ok considering that the rooms are a bit funky and somewhat dated. All in all it was a great experience! The property next to this one has almost the same name, so do not be confused. Go to the end of the road as this is where you find PARAISO del COCODILE!
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very good

Schönes Hotel mit tollem Garten, nicht so sauber
Wir waren mit unseren 2 Kindern für 4 Nächte dort. Die Häuser, der Garten und auch der Pool sind toll. Es gibt ganz viele wilde Tiere auf dem Grundstück. Aber was Sauberkeit betrifft darf man nicht so empflindlich sein. Das Essen war ok, aber nichts Besonderes. Der Betreiber ist nett und gibt gerne Auskunft. Man braucht unbedingt ein Auto. Nach Samara fährt man ca. 15 Minuten. Es hat wirklich tolle Strände in der Umgebung. Wer es einfach, ruhig und naturverbunden mag, ist dort richtig.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Bien situé
Hôtel bien situé au milieu de nulle part et en pleine nature. Wifi, frigo et air conditionné
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Komfortable Zimmer in schöner Anlage
Großzügige Bungalows in einer sehr schönen und gepflegten Anlage mit Pool, etwas Abseits vom trubeligen Samara mitten in der Natur. Großer und weitestgehend menschenleerer Strand sowie kleiner Minimarkt fußläufig erreichbar. Sehr gutes Abendessen in schönem Ambiente, das Frühstück war leider etwas überteuert. Türschloß ließ sich nicht verriegeln. Insgesamt aber absolut empfehlenswerte Unterkunft !
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Un paradis
Pour les amants de la nature, faune tres presente, belle plage deserte a quelques minutes a pieds, 4x4 requis pour se rendre a l hotel. On y mange tres bien....prevoyez payer en argent.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

nicht herausragend aber in Ordnung
Die ganze Anlage ist schon sehr zum "chillen" geeignet: überall Hängematten, ein Pool ( in dem zwar Blätter schwimmen aber in der Zeit unseres Aufenthalts ( 3 Nächte) nur wenig oder gar keine Gäste, aber die Liegen drunherum sahen sehr einladend aus... Unser Zimmer war in Ordnung. Es war nicht "geschleckt" aber trotzdem ordentlich. Die Badetücher bwz. Handtücher waren schon ziemlich alt und ausgefranst aber frisch gewaschen.Was uns ein bischen gestört hat war, dass es im Zimmer und im Bad / Dusche eine nur sehr sparsame Beleuchtung gab. Nichts gegen eine gemütliche Atmosphäre, aber ein wenig mehr Licht wäre nicht schlecht! Da unser Zimmer direkt über der Küche lag, hatten wir allerdings dauernd ein ziemlich starken Essensgeruch im Raum und auch das laute Klappern und Poltern. Aber na ja, es roch zumindest gut :) Unser Frühstück (ein typisch costa-ricanisches) war von der Portion her, sehr groß und lecker! Zur Stadt Samara sind es nur etwa 15- 20 Minuten.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Problemas de carretera
El estado de la carretera no es apta para automóviles... esto dificulta de trasladarse a otras playas .. en nuestro caso necesitábamos trasladarnos a playa carrillo esto nos tomó 1 hora.... para un evento ..... y la hora de llegada en las noches es 8.30 pm... 😐
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

VIVE LA NATURALEZA AL MAXIMO ENE STE HOTEL
ME FUE MUY BIEN POR QUE AMO LA NATURALEZA Y ESTE HOTEL ESTA EN UNA MONTAÑA
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Linda escapada en pareja.
Muy bonito lugar, alejado del centro principal de sámara. Tuvimos problemas con el A/C pero cambiaron la habitacion sin problema. Buena comida y personal muy amable.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hôtel pour la tranquillité
L'hôtel est à moins de dix minutes à pied de la Playa Buena Vista et 15 minutes en voiture de Samara. La marche vers la plage est magnifique, possibilité d'observer des singes, divers oiseaux et une grande diversité de fleurs et d'arbres. Les appartements sont très spacieux, propres et bien isolés. Les commodités de l'appartement (four au gaz, moyen frigo, table à manger et accessoires de cuisine) permettent de s'installer pour quelques jours et être autonome jusqu'à la fin du séjour. Le lit est très confortable, il y a un ventilateur au plafond et l'air climatisée s'il fait trop. Ce qui fait le charme de l'hôtel est la petite ferme avec moutons, poules et canards qui se promènent autours du site. La piscine est suffisamment grande pour tout le monde et le restaurant offre plusieurs choix pour plaire aux voyageurs. Certains plats sont même biologiques. Le personnel de l'hôtel était très accueillant et aimable. Nous avons adoré notre séjour, la plage est magnifique et cet endroit est parfait pour se reposer et vivre un bon moment de tranquillité.
Verified Expedia guest review