Flying Crocodile

Lodge with free breakfast, near Buena Vista Beach

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

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

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Room service
Pool
Breakfast included
Laundry
Housekeeping

Room options

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

Showing 2 of 2 rooms

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Highlights

Furnished patio

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

In-room safe

Daily housekeeping

25 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Double Bed

Deluxe Quadruple Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Furnished patio

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Ceiling fan

Private bathroom

In-room safe

Daily housekeeping

60 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

Buena Vista Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Playa Barrigona - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
Samara Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
Garza Beach - 15 min drive - 13.1 km
Carrillo Beach - 22 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 146 min drive

Restaurants

‪Las Olas Beach Club - ‬10 min drive
‪Gusto Beach Bar - ‬10 min drive
‪Malehu - ‬9 min drive
‪Coco's Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
‪Microbar - ‬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), tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe

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

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Similar properties

Pool
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

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

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

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 at Flying Crocodile?

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 12 mi (20 km) of Samara Beach and Carrillo Beach.

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Flying Crocodile Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10

Preis Leistungsverhältnis hat nicht gestimmt. Es waren Saison Preise.Schwierige Anfahrt In der Regenzeit, Flußdiuchfahrt.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10

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

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

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

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

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

8/10

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

2/10

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

4/10

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

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

Lovely helpful new owners beautiful space

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

10/10

Super beau ! Tranquille !! Cadre magnifique Et propriétaire très sympathique !

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

2/10

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

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

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