About

El Gecko is our dream come trough! We are a small family business offering our guest the best of Paquera. Whether you are looking only for a place to stay in a lush surrounding and quiet neighborhood of Paquera or you would like to explore the area more, we offer also our own tours.

You will be lulled to sleep with the sound of nature and wake up with the sounds of the howler monkeys and birds. Threes in our garden are often visited by the amazing scarlet macaw. In our garden you will find several fruit trees as well we grow vegetables

El Gecko is located in a lush surrounding at the edge of the jungle. While you relax in our common sitting area you're able to spot different types of wildlife such as the scarlet macaw, iguanas, hummingbirds, butterflies, squirrels ect. Further, we offer a shared kitchen, free Wi-Fi and free parking. In a not to far distance from the hotel is playa Organos, Playa Quesera and Wildlife Refuge Curu. Tours to the famous Isla Tortuga with snorkeling and Bioluminiscent boot tours are offered by ourselfs All our rooms are provided with a wall-fan and do have an outdoor sitting area. We offer daily housekeeping, a Tico breakfast 'Gallo Pinto' for a small fee or we can help you to set up any activity or transport.

El Gecko Policies & Conditions:

Cancellation policy: 24h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay.

Check in from 13:00 to 23:00 .
Check out before 10:00 .

Payment upon arrival by cash.

Taxes not included - 13.00%
Breakfast not included.

Reception Hours 7:00 to 23:00hs
No curfew.
Child friendly.
Non smoking.

House Rules

Check In

13:00 - 23:00

Check Out

until 10:00

  • Taxes Not Included
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Facilities

  • Free Parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Luggage Storage
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Luggage Storage
  • Tours/Travel Desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Reception (limited hours)
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Reviews

9.4Superb(47)
  • Value for Money
    10.0
  • Security
    9.5
  • Atmosphere
    9.0
  • Cleanliness
    9.5
  • Staff
    10.0
  • Location
    8.5
  • Facilities
    9.5
Stayed in Jan 2026
9.4
R
Ryan
Couple, 25-30, England
Great value, perfect stopover for bioluminescent kayak tour and a trip to Curu national park. The team were great help. Food was great value and watching howler monkeys at breakfast was a highlight.
Stayed in Mar 2025
9.4
A
Allison
Female, 18-24, USA
This property was excellent, the staff were incredibly nice, the hostel itself was very nice, and everything went smoothly during our stay. The restaurant and food are exceptional and reasonably priced, and the staff are very helpful. The woman who checked us in and out helped us out with figuring out transportation and also gave good suggestions! Loved the tours they offer with the hostel too, and recommend!
Stayed in Mar 2025
10
P
Philip
Male, 41+, USA
I really love the environment and the woman who owns the place. And the food served here is like Gourmet dining
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Location

500mts al oeste de las Cabinas Rosita, Barrio Organos,, Paquera, Costa Rica
0.3km from city centre