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Azul Hotel & Retreat
4.0 star property

Adults-only beachfront hotel
your current months are May, 2024 and June, 2024.
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Azul Hotel & Retreat

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Interior
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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Overview of Azul Hotel & Retreat

VIP Access
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • On private beachOn private beachOn private beach
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
The price is AU$368
Price available on 26/4/2024

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Map
3 km South of Marbella, Santa Cruz, Cuajiniquil, Guanacaste, 50306
  • Popular LocationPlaya Azul2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Juanillo Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationOstional National Wildlife Refuge22 min drive
  • AirportCarrillo (PLD)111 min drive

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Room options

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Superior Room, Ocean View (Plus)

Superior Room, Ocean View (Plus)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Luxury Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Sofa Beds and 1 Single Futon

View all photos for Superior Room, Ocean View

Superior Room, Ocean View

Superior Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

Superior Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Garden View

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Deluxe Room, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Garden View (Plus)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds

Superior Room, Garden View (Plus)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Cuajiniquil

Located in Cuajiniquil, Azul Hotel & Retreat is in a rural area and on a private beach. Safari Surf School is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pitahaya Beach and San Juanillo Beach. Ostional National Wildlife Refuge and Playa Pelada are two other places to visit that come recommended. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding and other activities like whale watching.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Azul - 2 min walk
  • Pitahaya Beach - 8 min drive
  • San Juanillo Beach - 11 min drive
  • Ostional National Wildlife Refuge - 22 min drive
  • Junquillal Beach - 61 min drive

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bar Las Brisas - 23 min drive
  • Tiki Hut - 14 min drive
  • Bar & Restaurante El Jardín - 11 min drive
  • Restaurant San Juanillo - 11 min drive
  • Blue 47 - 1 min walk

About this property

Azul Hotel & Retreat

Luxury upscale hotel near Pitahaya Beach
Located close to San Juanillo Beach, Azul Hotel & Retreat provides free continental breakfast, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar. With a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a hot stone massage, a body wrap or a body scrub. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as beach volleyball, beach yoga and surfing/body boarding. In addition to a terrace and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and beach towels
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and a billiards/pool table
Room features
All guest rooms at Azul Hotel & Retreat include thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Blue 47
  • Seaside

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach yoga
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift

More

  • 14 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian-cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 57 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 1 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 1 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 320 per vehicle
  • Pet fee: USD 57 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Azul Ocean Club Hotel Marbella
Azul Ocean Club Marbella
Azul Ocean Club Hotel Playa Azul
Azul Ocean Club Hotel
Azul Ocean Club Playa Azul
Azul Ocean Club

Frequently asked questions

Does Azul Hotel & Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Azul Hotel & Retreat ?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Azul Hotel & Retreat on 26 Apr 2024 start from AU$368.02, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Azul Hotel & Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of USD 57 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Azul Hotel & Retreat ?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Azul Hotel & Retreat ?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Azul Hotel & Retreat ?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Azul Hotel & Retreat provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of USD 320 per vehicle applies.

Where is Azul Hotel & Retreat located?

This Cuajiniquil hotel is on the beach, 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Pitahaya Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of San Juanillo Beach and Ostional National Wildlife Refuge. Playa Pelada and Blanca Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Azul Hotel & Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 238 out of 426 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 426 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 426 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 426 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 426 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

hilel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Rafiah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Westlake Village

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean beach front property with great staff. Room was 1 of the best I have experienced in th 20 years I ave been coming to Costa Rica
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

emmanuel

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

emmanuel

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel
El hotel es hermoso, perfecto para relajarse y disfrutar del sonido del mar. El personal del hotel es sumamente amable y atento en todo sentido. La playa al frente del hotel no es una playa apta para estar pero playa San Juanillo que queda a solo 15 minutos en auto es preciosa. Solo un detalle no relacionado al hotel en si, tener en cuenta que la calle no está en las mejores condiciones y es recomendado usar un carro alto.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

G

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointed. Road to get there are treacherous.
Phone to room is not connected. Cannot call front desk. The Safe in our room … batteries expired after putting our passports and valuables in and could not get into the safe. No one at front desk. Called via WhatsApp. No message Center. Had to email. Still no response. Had to find someone to open it. Spoiled our day trip to see the Turtles migration in Ocional . Missed this once in a year phenomenon. The whole reason we booked this location. No coffee table to place any drinks, coffee or a plate. Awkward. Never have seem this before. TV did not work. No refund or expression of empathy. Manager would not allow later check out time even after all of this hassle. Very difficult to get to. Roads are treacherous. Grounds are lush. Only nice part. Never again. Ever.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience all along!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023