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Here's a short list of
helpful hints that will help increase the Pura Vida and help avoid
vacation mishaps.
- Bring extra memory and
batteries for your camera.
- Make sure that all of
your US bills are perfect. Costa Rican banks won't accept torn or
marked dollars, so most businesses won't either.
- Speaking of cash, bring
extra. Many businesses don't accept credit cards and ATM machines are
tough to find outside San Jose.
- If you plan to drive,
pick up a Spanish phrase book to help you decipher the road signs. Of
course, this will help everywhere.
- Bring along a copy or
two of your passport I.D. page and carry it with you. Keep the actual
passport somewhere safe.
- If you rent a car, leave
it empty. Some folks also leave the car doors unlocked to prevent
broken windows.
- Don't bring pre-paid
calling cards with toll-free numbers. They don't work in Costa Rica.
Don't let anyone convince you otherwise.
- Remember to bring plenty
of sun block.
Do I need a
passport and/or visa?
Travelers from the US and Canada
need a valid passport for at least 6 months after the day of arrival to
enter Costa Rica. Nationals from all other countries are required to do so.
If you have to do any banking during your stay, or if you decide to make a
trip to Nicaragua or Panama, you'll need your passport.
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How do I get there?
Getting to the Iguanazul is easy! Visit our
Maps
page
to find out how!
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Is the Iguanazul
kid-friendly?
Absolutely! Kids of all ages can enjoy the Iguanazul. The shallowest part
of our pool is 4ft., so it helps if they're good swimmers, but with a pair
of water wings and a pair of watchful eyes even the tiniest vacationer can
take a dip. We've got a sand volleyball court that doubles as a giant
sandbox and of course the beaches provide endless hours of fun!
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Does the hotel have a
restaurant?
Yes, our internationally trained kitchen staff prepares the best dishes
around. We offer an assortment of international and local cuisine. With
its gorgeous view and friendly staff, you will see why our bar and
restaurant has become a local favorite. We specialize in
fresh fish, choice steaks, chicken, pastas and salads. Our restaurant is
open from 7 am to 10 pm daily. For the early risers, complimentary Costa
Rican coffee is brewed and ready every morning in the dining room. If your
plans take you away for the day, please ask and we'll prepare a lunch to
go.
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How's the area's
nightlife?
The "Lizard Lounge" as our bar is affectionately known is often
the spot for late night carousing, or if you want to dance, your stay here will almost always coincide with a local dance .
That's "baile" (bai-lay) if you want to get native. These dances
will give you a great dose of Guanacaste's culture and if you dare, you
can salsa and merengue the night away! For you hardcore party people
Tamarindo (about 40 minutes away) and Nicoya (an hour) both have
happening' discos that never fail to provide entertainment into the wee
hours.
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What's to do nearby?
Some guests are here to kick back and do nothing but relax and unwind, but
for those of you who like a balance of adventure and hammock time we can
arrange just about anything you're interested in. Check our
What to Do page for more info.
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coming up?
There are local dances almost every weekend and during the high season
there is almost always a local "fiesta" (three days of
bullriding, dancing and general revelry) in a town nearby. Check out the
latest IguanaTales for details!
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To 4x4 or not to 4x4.
That really is a frequently asked question. As long as it won't break your
bank or cause you to skimp on other parts of your trip, four wheel drive
can definitely enhance your time here. Whether your dying to know what is
making that noise on the other side of the river that's so rudely
intersecting the "highway," or your just enjoying the higher
ride (better for spotting monkeys!) and pothole clearance, you'll be happy
to have it.
However, if you can't swing it, or if you're planning on getting here from
the airport and just doing some very local traveling you'll do fine with a
two- wheel drive machine.
And don't forget! We are happy to help you out with your rental
reservation. We'll shop around for the best rates and find you the nicest
ride we can.
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Does the Iguanazul
have weekly or monthly rates?
We love long-timers and are always willing to help you out on our rates if
that means we'll have you around for a little while longer.
Contact
us and let's make a deal!
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How far is the
Iguanazul from San Jose?
We are 3.5 hours from San Jose by car. See our maps page for directions.
If you decide to fly into Tamarindo, the flight is about 50 minutes and
the ride to the hotel another 40. International flights also arrive daily
into Liberia, about 1.5 hours from the Iguanazul..
Click
here for our how to get here page.
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Can the Iguanazul
help me with other travel plans in Costa Rica?
Consider us your Costa Rica connections. We'll help you rent a car, book a
flight (within the country), make hotel reservations, schedule a tour.
Absolutely anything you need - we live for that stuff!, just
Contact
us
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Does the Iguanazul
welcome groups?
You bet we do! Please contact us for more information about group and
corporate packages.
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Can I drink the
water?
Most of the tap water in Costa Rica is potable and in our area there
is no problem whith tap water.
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How can I get to the
Iguanazul without a car?
There are several options for you ranging from very expensive to rather
cheap. You be the judge:
- Taxi from the airport to
the hotel. A 3.5 hour ride that will cost you about $150, but give
you a great opportunity to brush up on your Spanish with the driver.
- Fly from the
International airport to Tamarindo. This flight leaves four times a
day, lasts about 50 minutes and costs $65 one-way. From Tamarindo
you'll need to grab a cab. The 40 minute ride costs about $45 and if
you call us ahead of time, we'll make sure there's a taxi waiting for
you.
- Bus from San Jose to
Santa Cruz. This 4 1/2 hour ride will cost you approximately $7. Once
in Santa Cruz you can connect with local bus out to the beach or you
can take the 35 minute taxi ride for about $20.
- Fly into Liberia and
then take a bus to Santa Cruz. See above for directions from Santa Cruz.
- Fly into Liberia on an
International fligh, then take a taxi from airport to the Iguanazul (about
US$60.00).
Click
here to see our how to get here page.
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