Azul Hotel & Retreat

4.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel

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Property grounds
Reception
Ocean View Premium | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Coffee/tea maker

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Spa
    Spa
The price is AED 512
AED 579 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov

Room options

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Garden Deluxe

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Premium Room (Garden)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Futon

Superior Room (Garden)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

Villa, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Sofa Beds and 1 Twin Futon

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Garden)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Pillowtop bed
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
3 km South of Marbella, Santa Cruz, Cuajiniquil, Guanacaste, 50306

What's nearby

  • Playa Azul - 2 min walk
  • Pitahaya Beach - 8 min drive
  • San Juanillo Beach - 11 min drive
  • Playa Coco - 16 min drive
  • Ostional National Wildlife Refuge - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Las Brisas - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Bar & Restaurante El Jardín - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tiki Hut - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blue 47 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Soda Brisas Del Mar - ‬11 min drive

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 scrub, or a facial. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities like beach yoga, surfing/body boarding, and beach volleyball. 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 sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • Beach umbrellas, beach towels, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Azul Hotel & Retreat include perks such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, coffee/tea makers, and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Restaurants on site

  • Blue 47
  • Seaside

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - on the beach

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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: USD 320 per vehicle

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 elevators
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.

Is Azul Hotel & Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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 ?

Check-out 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. 243 out of 431 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 431 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 431 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 431 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 431 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is in a very nice place in the middle of the nature, very well maintained, great staff and landscape …
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naved

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing , wonderful superb food . Only thing is to get to there is a bit of a challenge and you don’t want to drive after sundown .
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirk

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, One of the cleanest hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The food was epic!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Azul is awesome 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional Retreat In Paradise
Beautifully designed and maintained boutique property on the ocean. Expansive sandy beach great for walking and exploring with exquisite sunsets. Pool is wonderful if surf is up. Nearby reef protected beaches for calm swimming minutes away. Food and service is top notch. Definitely will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

hilel

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

10/10 Excellent

Kaley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, relaxing resort
We loved our stay at Azul Ocean Club. It was very quiet and relaxing. The staff are so friendly and attentive. The pool is wonderful, and there are many comfortable spots to lounge. The waves in the ocean are a little rough for swimming, but would be great for boogie boarding. The beach is very private and beautiful. Room was very comfortable.
Stayed 2 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

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location to the beach is great. The pool and restaurants are very nice. The staff are very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sreekrishnan, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent Hotel. Quiet and clean. Super helpful and nice staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

GIL

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want the soundtrack of the surf in the background of your next stay then the venture to the Azul Ocean Club is worth the trip. A little off the paved path but well worth the adventure. The rooms are designed to enjoy the setting. The food is excellent, though a little pricey, and the beach is right there.

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
he place is beautiful and delicate, the staff was never present to see if we needed anything, the bar was not open during our stay and we went in for a Coke without permission thinking that we were obviously going to pay for it, when someone from the staff finally showed up We told what we did and she told us "that's forbidden" with a grim face and she immediately went through the dataphone, what we expected was for her to tell us "oh what a pity, calm down, you need something else, the bar opens at such a time, I offer you cocktails etc" and As a second point, there is no access to the beach due to garbage and logs.

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

santiago

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was too isolated from shopping areas and did not have a place to purchase souvenirs, etc. Everything was hours away on very bad and bumpy roads
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Darian, brooklyn

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Looks very dated. Roads are horrible
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Alba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022