Azul Hotel & Retreat

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Located close to Pitahaya Beach and San Juanillo Beach, Azul Hotel & Retreat provides free continental breakfast, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, beachfront dining and beach massages. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a hot stone massage, a facial 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 yoga, beach volleyball and kayaking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a terrace and a garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is 3.545.536 ₫
4.006.456 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept

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Room options

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Garden Deluxe

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room (Garden)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room (Garden)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room, Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Villa, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Double Sofa Beds and 1 Single Futon
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Garden)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

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. Playa Pelada and Blanca Beach are two other places to visit that come recommended. Surfing lessons and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Cuajiniquil travel guide
Map
3 km South of Marbella, Santa Cruz, Cuajiniquil, Guanacaste, 50306

What's nearby

  • A beach at sunset with a calm sea, palm trees, and a distant island.
    Playa Azul
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A coastal landscape with rocky shores, waves crashing against the rocks, and a backdrop of green hills under a clear sky.
    San Juanillo Beach
    12 min drive - 6.0 km
  • An aerial view of a coastline with waves crashing onto a sandy beach, bordered by dense green vegetation.
    Playa Pelada
    41 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Safari Surf School
    42 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Junquillal Beach
    52 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Nosara (NOB)
    49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tiki Hut
    11 min drive
  • Ancient People San Juanillo
    7 min drive
  • Bar & Restaurante El Jardín
    7 min drive
  • Rancho Cocobolo
    8 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 facial 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 yoga, beach volleyball and kayaking. 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 along 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
    • Luggage storage, a billiards/pool table and wedding services
  • 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, treadmills and stationary bikes

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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)
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self 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
  • Kayaking
  • 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
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Free weights
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Stationary bicycle
  • Treadmill

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

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 18 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Azul Hotel & Retreat on 1 Sep 2026 start from 3.545.536 ₫, excluding 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, 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Pitahaya Beach, and within 16 mi (25 km) of San Juanillo Beach and Playa Pelada. Safari Surf School and Blanca Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).

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