Azul Hotel & Retreat

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Scored 9.2
Rated superb

Staff

9.7

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Azul Hotel & Retreat

Offering a restaurant, Azul Hotel & Retreat is located in the beachfront area of Playa Azul. Free Wi-Fi access is available, as well as free breakfast service. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a balcony. There is also a coffee machine. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Extras include a minibar and cable channels. Some units feature a kitchen. The property has 2 on-site restaurants available that offer snacks and international-style dishes.Limited time hours. At Azul Hotel & Retreat you will find a limited time hours front desk. Pura Aventura Ecopark can be reached in a 30-minute drive, while Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport is 1 hour and 30 minutes’ drive away. The property offers free parking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • 2 swimming pools
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
  • Beachfront
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

American

  • Free parking available at the hotel

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 extra-large double bed
and
1 sofa bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 double beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Claire
United States United States
“Everything! Room, staff, food, facilities all exceeded our expectations”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location is spectacular. Watching the sun set over the Pacific bathed in deep orange hues, is breathtaking and peaceful. Staff are, well…Costa Rican in their hospitality. Which is to say, amazingly friendly, professional and attentive. Very...”
Sophie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“An incredible find! The most stunning location, utter tranquility. Such gorgeous rooms with comfy beds. Excellent stuff, super fun facilities. Great food. 100% would return.heaven!”
Luis
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Much of the hotel has a good aesthetic; the common areas are very useful for resting and even sleeping, the pool is designed for adults enjoyment, we liked it a lot. Our room had an excellent beach front location and the external bathroom was an...”
Jennifer
Ireland Ireland
“The view, the rooms, the staff, the yoga, were all wonderful.”
Porfirio
Slovakia Slovakia
“Hotel Azul is definitely worth the trip to Playa Azul for its excellet amenities and gastronomy. To make the experience even better, we visited Playa San Juanillo featuring two calm bays separated by a narrow strip of sand. The crystal-clear...”
Jose
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“I enjoyed every meal. The staff was very accommodating when I asked for small changes based on my diet and preferences. The hotel occupation was low and that allowed the staff to be extra attentive and obliging. Everyone was in a great mood,...”
Orionedwin
Canada Canada
“This was a wonderful place, only exceeded by our last stay at Beachfront Bahia in Samara. Everything was perfect, and the food was incredible.”
Marcela
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“The service is amazing and food is outstanding. There are plenty things to do and relax, the beach is calm and safe, you have beautiful beaches near by that you can visit as well. You will love this place.”
Barbara
Austria Austria
“Very nice hotel, located directly at the beach. Excellent restaurant and pool bar. Friendly staff. The rooms have been large, newly renovated and clean, with fridge and kitchenette. I spend a week there with my adult kids and we had lots of fun.”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

2 restaurants on site
BLUE47
  • Cuisine
    International • Latin American
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
SEASIDE
  • Cuisine
    International • Latin American
  • Ambiance
    Family friendly • Traditional • Modern

House rules

Azul Hotel & Retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of US$200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

From May and June our reception hours will be from 08:30 a.m. until 06 p.m. Guests who enter after that time please contact the hotel.

Pets are not allowed.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Azul Hotel & Retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travellers, during dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be cancelled on arrival.

As a result of Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has temporarily suspended its shuttle services.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

A damage deposit of US$200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.