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Azul Hotel & Retreat

Hotel in Playa Azul

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.

B
Bridget
From
United States
Lovely property, hidden gem. Right on a hidden beach. Gorgeous room, comfy bed, decent restaurant, helpful staff.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews
Price from
$213.75
1 night, 2 adults
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Buddha Retreat Hotel

San Juanillo (Near Playa Azul)

Located in San Juanillo, a 2-minute walk from San Juanillo Beach, Buddha Retreat Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

K
Kelsey
From
United States
We LOVED, LOVED, LOVED our stay at the resort. It was the highlight of our Costa Rica vacation. The resort is a bit of a travel to get to but it was truly excellent. Our rooms (bungalows) were gorgeous, pristine, and spacious. The staff was so wonderful. We loved meeting the owner and felt really taken care of by one of the staff members (I wish I remembered her name - she was sooo great to us!). High recommend from me!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
Price from
$158.40
1 night, 2 adults
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Boutique Hotel Luna Azul

Playa Ostional (Near Playa Azul)

Boutique Hotel Luna Azul has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Playa Ostional.

M
Michele
From
Canada
I loved the location, views and our bungalow. The breakfasts were exceptional! There was a very comfortable family feel there between the staff and guests. The last morning from my shower I saw butterflies, hummingbirds and a Pizote jumping through the trees. What an amazing stay!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews
Price from
$94
1 night, 2 adults
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Chalet San Juanillo

San Juanillo (Near Playa Azul)

Providing pool views, Chalet San Juanillo in San Juanillo provides accommodations and barbecue facilities.

P
Patrick
From
Costa Rica
Very nice place , quiet location . Excelent place to relax . Comfortable chalets with a nice pool area . We would for sure go back in the future . Well recomended .
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews
Price from
$72
1 night, 2 adults
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La casa del Artesano !Casa completa frente al mar!

Santa Cruz (Near Playa Azul)

This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.

S
Seng
From
United States
Location was excellent, 40 yards from the beach. Very quiet. The most noise came from the ocean and the birds/howlers. You will have peace and solitude here. Caught fish, excellent shell collecting, sea turtles, crabs, coconuts, mangos, chickens, lots of friendly dogs. Alejandro is a great host. Made sure we had everything we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$91.13
1 night, 2 adults
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Cabinas surf Arribadas

Playa Ostional (Near Playa Azul)

Located in Playa Ostional, a few steps from Ostional, Cabinas surf Arribadas has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

R
Randall
From
United States
The breakfast was excellent, cooked shortly after I arrived at the breakfast table each morning. Access to the beach follows a 100 metres walk. The hostess was very friendly and helpful. Parking on the property was easily managed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews
Price from
$65
1 night, 2 adults
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Matata

San Juanillo (Near Playa Azul)

Matata offers accommodations in San Juanillo, a 6-minute walk from San Juanillo Beach. The apartment features both Wifi and private parking free of charge.

E
Elizabeth
From
Canada
Thanks. A great stay
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews
Price from
$50
1 night, 2 adults
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Casa Zion

San Juanillo (Near Playa Azul)

Casa Zion offers accommodations in San Juanillo, a few steps from San Juanillo Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

T
Terri
From
United States
The house is very cute and spacious. The host is very nice and accommodating. The restaurant next door is good and reasonable. Great local beach within walking distance. Kitchen is equipped for simple meals. Washing machine is available, just be prepared that it does take clothes a long time to dry. This is a fabulous off the beaten path place! You will get a more local experience than at a hotel.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews
Price from
$62.50
1 night, 2 adults
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Hakuna

San Juanillo (Near Playa Azul)

Hakuna offers accommodations in San Juanillo, a 6-minute walk from San Juanillo Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

K
K3ll7
From
New Zealand
We really enjoyed our time at Hakuna. Super spacious and very comfortable. Communication with the hosts was great. Location is good, just a short 10min walk to the beach, and 2 minutes to a small supermarket.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
Price from
$63
1 night, 2 adults
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TreeTops Inn

San Juanillo (Near Playa Azul)

Providing garden views, TreeTops Inn in San Juanillo provides accommodations and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

F
Falina
From
United States
The cabana is the perfect private rustic getaway from the plugged-in keep-up-with-the-Joneses world to slow down reconnect with nature and loved ones. The location had amazing access to a pristine beach and the property itself is a little wildlife haven. We were birding from bed! Karen’s cooking was the best we had in Guanacaste and she went out of her way to accommodate my gluten intolerance by making delicious homemade gluten free breads and muffins that satisfied and impressed! Jack and Karen are charming, a pleasure to talk with and are an amazing resource for information on Costa Rica.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews
Price from
$148
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotels with airport shuttles in Playa Azul

  • Olas Verdes Hotel

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
    From $220.35 per night

  • The Gilded Iguana

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 119 reviews
    From $320.36 per night

  • Azul Hotel & Retreat

    Hotel in Playa Azul
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 487 reviews

  • Tierra Magnifica Boutique Hotel

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews
    From $296.15 per night

  • Living Hotel

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews
    From $94.92 per night

  • The White Palms of Nosara

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 157 reviews
    From $123.17 per night

  • Dream Surf House Avellana

    Hotel in Playa Avellana
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews
    From $124.30 per night

  • Villas VR Beachwalk Avellanas

    Hotel in Playa Avellana
    Airport shuttle
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 143 reviews
    From $167.81 per night

  • Norte Nosara - Steps to Playa Guiones

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews
    From $100.57 per night

  • Esh Hotel & Spa

    Hotel in Nosara
    Airport shuttle (additional charge)
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 46 reviews
    From $269 per night

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Best hotels with breakfast in Playa Azul and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews

    Located in San Juanillo, a 2-minute walk from San Juanillo Beach, Buddha Retreat Hotel provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 104 reviews

    Boutique Hotel Luna Azul has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and restaurant in Playa Ostional.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    The Bohemian Lagarto is offering accommodations in Santa Cruz. The property has an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and rooms with sea views.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    Providing garden views, TreeTops Inn in San Juanillo provides accommodations and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Located in San Juanillo, a few steps from Pleito Beach, WINDOWS AT THE SEA provides accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. Guests can enjoy garden views.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews

    Located in San Juanillo, a few steps from San Juanillo Beach, Cocobolo Beach Boutique Hotel has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    Casa de playa Paraíso terrenal offers accommodations in San Juanillo, a 16-minute walk from San Juanillo Beach. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.4
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

    Set in the beautiful countryside outside San Juanillo, Villas Punta India is set 0.6 mi from Playa Ostional Beach. It features attractive villas, an outdoor swimming pool and a restaurant.

Budget hotels in Playa Azul and nearby

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 110 reviews

    Providing pool views, Chalet San Juanillo in San Juanillo provides accommodations and barbecue facilities.

  • With garden views, this accommodation provides a terrace. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and Pitahaya Beach is a 10-minute walk away.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 49 reviews

    Hakuna offers accommodations in San Juanillo, a 6-minute walk from San Juanillo Beach. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 10 reviews

    Casa Zion offers accommodations in San Juanillo, a few steps from San Juanillo Beach. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

    Featuring a tennis court, Garden Suite at Solindo Stays features accommodations in Marbella. This property offers a pool with a view, free Wifi, and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

    Pipa's Surf House Marbella Guanacaste in Cuajiniquil provides accommodations with a fitness center and a garden. This beachfront property offers access to free Wifi and free private parking.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Located in Playa Ostional, a few steps from Ostional, Cabinas surf Arribadas has accommodations with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 14 reviews

    This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The vacation home is composed of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms.

What Guests Said About Playa Azul:

  • 10.0

    Playa Azul is a hidden gem of a resort.

    Playa Azul is a hidden gem of a resort. I booked it at the last minute as I had a few more days to stay in Costa Rica. We came from the bustling town of Tamarindo via the coastal route (which was mostly small unmaintained dirt roads) through Playa Avellanas where we stopped at the famous Lola’s for lunch. Playa Azul is just the perfect place to relax and unwind. The location is secluded and feels exclusive. The rooms are incredible and you are steps from the beach. If you book the ocean view rooms you can watch and listen to the waves from the hammock on your balcony. There are geckos and iguanas all over the property. Despite the remote location, there are two restaurants on site that serve decent food throughout the day. The staff were all wonderful and booked several excursions for us which were highlights of our trip. The hotel is 10-15 minutes from San Juanillo and Marbella. San Juanillo is a tiny village but it boasts one of the most incredible beaches I’ve ever visited. Also, the “food truck” in town served some of the best patacones, burritos, and empanadas ever. Restaurant Cocobolo across the street also had great food and beers, plus an incredible view of the ocean. If you head the other way toward Marbella, Soda Victoria is worth checking out too. Highly recommend this place. We will be back.
    Guest review by
    Matt
    United States
  • 10.0

    If you're looking for an 'out of the way' place to stay and...

    If you're looking for an 'out of the way' place to stay and relax, you can't do better than this place. The pool is fabulous and has a swim up bar, and both restaurants had excellent food. The grounds were beautiful and well kept, and the staff was absolutely fabulous, even calling us by our first names by the second day. The room was very comfortable, the bed was great, the shower was superb (good water pressure) and the A/C worked like a charm on those humid, overcast days.
    Guest review by
    Sid
    United States
  • 10.0

    We ate at the hotel for most meals - food was very good!

    We ate at the hotel for most meals - food was very good! I would go back for a private, romantic weekend. Pool is beautiful and while there were a few games I really wouldn't recommend it for a family vacation. Definitely better suited for adults.
    Guest review by
    Oleson
  • 6.0

    There is nothing here at all apart from the hotel.

    There is nothing here at all apart from the hotel. The beach is lovely, but so are lots of beaches all over Costa Rica, and many have little places to buy a drink, or some food. If you are staying at the hotel and just want to go for a walk it is great, but definitely not a destination beach imo
    Guest review by
    Lucy
    United Kingdom
  • 10.0

    It's an amazing place.

    It's an amazing place. The beach is too dangerous for young kids, but there are other nice ones nearby. To get there, you need a transfer of a tuff car that can handle dirt roads. We made a few trips nearby and if you plan to go to Nosara, be sure to have an experienced driver and a car that can cross rivers (4x4 car). Besides that, the place is just astounding in all aspects. Wifi is fast enough even for a heavy data user like me. The swimming pool is great, and the barmen are always available to do some fancy cocktails.
    Guest review by
    RenatoDesigner
    Switzerland

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