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Paraiso del Cocodrilo
2.5 star property

Waterfront inn with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe

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Paraiso del Cocodrilo

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Classic Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View | Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi
Snack bar
Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Garden View | Bathroom | Shower, towels

Overview of Paraiso del Cocodrilo

Reviews
7.6

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Playa Buena Vista, Samara Nicoya, Sámara, Guanacaste, 50205
  • Popular LocationBuena Vista Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya Barrigona14 min drive
  • Popular LocationSamara Beach17 min drive
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View all photos for Classic Double Room, Non Smoking, Garden View

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
  • 258 sq ft
  • 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
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Double Beds

View all photos for Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Lanai, Garden View

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
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

View all photos for Design Bungalow, Multiple Bedrooms, Kitchen, Garden View

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
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Double Beds

About the area

Sámara

Located in Sámara, Paraiso del Cocodrilo is in a shopping district and on the waterfront. Samara Beach and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Camaronal reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Safari Surf School and Jungle Butterfly Farm. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale watching.
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What's nearby

  • Buena Vista Beach - 11 min walk
  • Playa Barrigona - 14 min drive
  • Playa Barco Quebrado - 16 min drive
  • Samara Beach - 17 min drive
  • Carrillo Beach - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 159 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco's Mexican Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Microbar - 10 min drive
  • La Malacrianza - 13 min drive
  • Roots bakery & Cafe - 10 min drive
  • Bar y Restaurante del Hotel Bahía - 11 min drive

About this property

Paraiso del Cocodrilo

Inn on the waterfront
Consider a stay at Paraiso del Cocodrilo and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Rana, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and al fresco dining. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guest rooms at Paraiso del Cocodrilo boast perks, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Other amenities include:
  • Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and free cots/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Fridges, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee: USD 6–10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Rana

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scuba diving

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

More

  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1993

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10 per day.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: from approximately USD 6 to 10 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

Property is 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 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Paraiso del Cocodrilo pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paraiso del Cocodrilo?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Paraiso del Cocodrilo provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Paraiso del Cocodrilo located?

Situated in Sámara, this beach inn is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Buena Vista Beach and within 3 miles (5 km) of Playa Barrigona and Playa Barco Quebrado. Samara Beach and Garza Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Paraiso del Cocodrilo Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

8/10 Good

Jim, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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!

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien situé
Hôtel bien situé au milieu de nulle part et en pleine nature. Wifi, frigo et air conditionné

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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 !

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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.

6/10 Okay

Alberto, la Fortuna , Costa Rica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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... 😐

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

GIOVANNI, COSTA RICA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
VIVE LA NATURALEZA AL MAXIMO ENE STE HOTEL
ME FUE MUY BIEN POR QUE AMO LA NATURALEZA Y ESTE HOTEL ESTA EN UNA MONTAÑA