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Flying Crocodile

3.0 star property
Travelers rejuvenate with massages at this peaceful retreat or simply relax on garden grounds where sunshine and tranquility create the perfect escape

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Flying Crocodile offers a convenient location near Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach. Guests start their mornings with continental breakfast before enjoying spa treatments or relaxing with drinks from the poolside bar on the sunny terrace.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed | In-room safe

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Furnished patio
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
Apdo.99 Correo, 6km from Samara, Playa Buenas Vista, Sámara, Guanacaste, 5235

What's nearby

  • Buena Vista Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Samara Beach - 12 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Guiones Beach - 23 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Carrillo Beach - 26 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Playa Pelada - 31 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boulangerie - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sheriff Rustic - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Malehu - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪2 Gringos Artisan Brewing - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Flying Crocodile

Lodge near Buena Vista Beach
Located close to Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach, Flying Crocodile provides free continental breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Flying Crocodile include perks such as furnished patios and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like safes and room service.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Refrigerators, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 8 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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 and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Flying Crocodile Lodge Samara
Flying Crocodile Lodge
Flying Crocodile Samara
Flying Crocodile
Flying Crocodile Lodge
Flying Crocodile Sámara
Flying Crocodile Lodge Sámara

Frequently asked questions

Does Flying Crocodile have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Flying Crocodile pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Flying Crocodile?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Flying Crocodile?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Flying Crocodile provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Flying Crocodile located?

Situated by the ocean, this lodge is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Buena Vista Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach.

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Reviews

Flying Crocodile Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 27 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blake

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

Blake

The staff was great! Very nice pool and the beach was amazing!

8/10 Good

Steffen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Preis Leistungsverhältnis hat nicht gestimmt. Es waren Saison Preise.Schwierige Anfahrt In der Regenzeit, Flußdiuchfahrt.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little piece of paradise in Samara......not much of a selection as far as meals, but the property is amazing! Little Internet connection. Their website could use better directions as to location. We spent hours looking for the resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

diana

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

THIS PLACE IS PERFECT!!!!!

This place is amazing, it is perfect experience, We loved it!. amazing for couples, for families, for everybody. the service, from the moment I stepped in was an amazing experience, the score for reviews are really low for what this place is. The rooms, the pool, the food, the beach near to it, The restaurant Coyote I think is the name... EXCELLENT
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique is a word that gets thrown around a lot. In this case, it applies. The Flying Crocodile is a small grouping of individually designed cottages set in a garden of plants, fish pools and walkways. The swimming pool itself is beautiful with a small waterfall. Birds, iguanas and butterflies appear to like it there. Howler monkeys may wake you early, but you won’t mind. The breakfast, included, is excellent. Cereal, fresh fruit, yogurt, and eggs are on offer. You are near several beautiful beaches, but be aware that you are in the ‘jungle’; getting to the hotel is part of the adventure; the dusty roads are potholed and twisty; taking the ‘short route’ requires crossing a small stream in the dry season. An SUV or 4WD is a good idea. French and Spanish and English seem to be the main languages here, so anyone can get along. It’s an enchanting place.
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIAN, Paris

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

Très très bien

Tout est parfait, la gentillesse des propriétaires, les chambres ainsi que le petit-déjeuner. A faire et à refaire. Merci encore.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Karianne

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

Great rainforest action and encounters

Perfect location in the rain forest and close to great beaches. Bring repellion and you will have great encounters with real rsinforest animals
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

4/10 Poor

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Hôtel atypique et c’est exactement ce que l’on cherchait mais très mal placé si vous voulez dîner prévoyez 40 min de route minimum , Rien de spécial à faire aux alentours nous venions de Santa Teresa / Montezuma / Monteverde / Rio céleste où nous n’avons pas passer assez de temps à notre goût et étions restez sur notre faim mais pas à Samara ou arrivez à l’hôtel a été la route la plus compliquée que nous ayons eu à faire de notre séjour au Costa Rica .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Each room is uniquely designed and due to a booking error in the property's part we were fortunate enough to sample two different cabins, both offered a special experience to stay at. Other than the design of the cabins, the hotel is extremely family friendly and the new owners even have a little girl of their own. The pool was terrific and kept our kids occupied all day long, in fact we didn't get the chance to sample the beach because they didn't want to leave the pool. Hotel's restaurant is good although dishes portions are on the small side and you don't really have other good options nearby. They don't serve lunch so be prepared. During the wet season the road to Samara may be flooded and require a 4x4 to cross and also some locals to guide you where the road used to be where there is now a gushing river. Overall I would definitely recommend to stay for several days here if you can help it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely helpful new owners beautiful space
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Sxm

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super beau ! Tranquille !! Cadre magnifique Et propriétaire très sympathique !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

2/10 Terrible

Jose

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

No se Embarquen Pésima atención al cliente

Para nada recomendaría este lugar, reservamos una noche viajábamos del San José ( capital ), a playa Carrillo, Por problemas de tráfico y un accidente nuestra llegada se atrasó. y a pesar de haber llamado al encargado del Hotel que llegaríamos alrededor de las 10 pm. Su increíble respuesta fue que el “ Hotel” cerraba a las 8 pm y no nos podían recibir. Así que increíblemente tuvimos que buscar otro sitio para hospedarnos y claro perdí el dinero de la reserva. “ porque ellos no se hacen responsables”. Esa información deberían ponerla en su anuncio así la lógica indica que nadie iría a un disque Hotel que no recibe a sus clientes después de 8 pm. He viajado a otros sitios de CR y en hoteles pequeños cuando no hay nadie en recepción, siempre han buscado la forma de entregarme la llave (el guarda, debajo de la alfombra, una maceta, etc etc), simplemente no quiso dar un buen servicio. Y pésima actitud del encargado del hotel ese día. No se embarquen en reservar este sitio hay más y mejores opciones en playa Carrillo.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike, BC, Canada

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

Pleasant surprise !

Wasn't sure what to expect when we booked this. Rooms were very spacious and clean. A little off the beaten path, we didn't believe our GPS !. Some better signage would help. Lots of lizards and howler monkeys ! Very friendly and helpful staff !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Estuvo muy tranquilo en lo personal el hotel está muy acorde a lo que reservas con anticipación un lugar increíble para relajarte
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gr, montreal

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

Amazing

Nature at its best! Relaxing atmosphere, many animals to observe, home cooked food, very kind and attentive staff! Just wind down and feel like in a resort! Only hick up are the hard beds, but looking at what you get for the price, this is really a minor thing, especially because the rooms are so special and big! Be prepared to be awaken by howler monkeys, to see a bull frog eat out if a cats bowl, observe gekos, lizards, frogs, birds and butterflies without having to book a tour! Amazing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Adam

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

A bit far from Samara but beautiful and comfortabl

Very beautiful and well maintained. A somewhat remote location, but Samara is still accessible by car, and much of its beauty is in it's remoteness.

6/10 Okay

George, Long Island.

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Authentic Costa Rica

Rural, peaceful well maintained pool and grounds. Extremely friendly staff. Prepare your own meals or drive to Plaua Guiones for a nice dinner, try the Tibidabo.

10/10 Excellent

Jean

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

Incredibly relaxing and lovely

The hotel was so lovely, along with the staff. We had our own little bungalow that made us feel like we were on a tropical retreat. The hotel staff was so sweet and even helped us find a taxi driver that would drive us back and forth into town. The meals were home cooked and so delicious. There are two secluded beaches within walking distance and they are both breathtaking!! If you're looking for a relaxing peaceful time away from chaos and secluded serene beaches, this place is perfect!!! I went with a friend but this would be lovely for a romantic getaway as well. If you are looking for a little more action, though, you might want to stay closer into town as there are more activities there.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

unique rooms

Unique comfortable rooms in serene calm setting. Great food however eating area is too close to smoking area.

8/10 Good

John, US

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Secluded

Roads from Samara can be washed out in rainy season, beautiful secluded beaches nearby. Eclectic rooms that are private stand-alone. Wife did not like so much but I liked the place. Great beach nearby but road was nearly impassible so I did not risk with rented 4-wheel drive SUV. Charming and unique place.

8/10 Good

Amy, Oregon

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

A great adventure!

Quite an adventure. Wonderful setting super nice people.

8/10 Good

STEFAN, Frankfurt

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

Pura vida

Sehr schön,in mitten der vida.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A very good place to stay in Samara.

A very good place to stay in Samara. Samara can be a busy place and the best thing about this hotel is that it is away from the crowd, a litle far from Samara. The environment is superb. Appartments are large and great, they are scattered in a park from where you can hear the monkeys. The staff is German, and most of the clients are German too. It was a surprise and the good thing is that you can have bratwurst!!! El Coyote is a great restaurant nearby, with great staff.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018