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Azul Hotel & Retreat

4.0 star property
Adults-only beachfront hotel with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds
Property grounds
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym
The current price is €174
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar

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Garden Deluxe

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

Superior Room, Ocean View

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

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

Premium Room, Ocean View

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Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 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

Premium Room (Garden)

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Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 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

Superior Room (Garden)

Highlights

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

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

Villa, Ocean View

Highlights

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

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Garden)

Highlights

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

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Playa Azul - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Azul - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Pitahaya Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • San Juanillo Beach - 11 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Ostional National Wildlife Refuge - 22 min drive - 11.0 km

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
  • ‪Restaurant San Juanillo - ‬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 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
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

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 provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
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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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 12 Mar 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Azul Hotel & Retreat on 19 Mar 2025 start from €173.97, 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?

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 ?

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).

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Azul Hotel & Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 443 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 110 out of 443 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 443 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 443 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 443 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Vonetta

Clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

felecia

I really like free yoga sessions! That was a great addition to tranquility of the property, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The kayaking tour guide was awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Great experience!
Super environment in which to relax…
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

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

kirk

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

Edward

A wonderful gem of a resort ideal for total relaxation! Pros: beautiful location on the coast, well-appointed rooms, excellent staff, great dining. This is the perfect place to bring a couple books and spend languid days listening to the ocean. Cons: the resort is VERY far from everything over some tricky roads. It's no exaggeration that a 4X4 is a must- we were there during a long period of rain making travel and/or sightseeing treacherous. It is approximately an hour drive to Tamarindo, probably an hour and a half from the Guanacaste airport.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Naved

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

Michael

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

Gary

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

Excellent Hotel. Quiet and clean. Super helpful and nice staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

TIMOTHY

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

Kaley

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

10/10 Excellent

Clara

Wonderful experience all along!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

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.

10/10 Excellent

Joachim

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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Darian

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

8/10 Good

santiago

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

6/10 Okay

Cristina

Liked: 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.

4/10 Poor

G

Liked: 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

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Claudia S

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Perfekter Aufenthalt! Das Hotel bietet alles was man benötigt. Wunderschönes großes Zimmer mit tollem Balkon und schöner Aussicht. Tolles Gym und der Yoga Raum mit Blick aufs Meer. Nettes Personal und sehr zuvorkommend. Es gibt viele Extras wie einen Spieleraum mit Billard. Auch die Möglichkeit am Strand ausreiten zu gehen. Uns hat es sehr gefallen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

La propreté et la gentillesse du personnel. Endroit paradisiaque.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Azul is awesome 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chi Him

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024