Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only

3.5 star property
Adults-only beach inn
your current months are October, 2024 and November, 2024.
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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Building design
Caribbean Breeze Cabina
Beach bar
Howler Suite | Bathroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Laundry

Explore the area

Map
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Limon, 70401
  • Talamanca Family Art
    5 min drive
  • Black Beach
    7 min drive
  • Playa Cocles
    7 min drive
  • Limon (LIO)
    59 min drive

Room options

Howler Suite

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
In-room massage
  • 29.8 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Dolphin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 29.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Ocean Room

Highlights

Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 26 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Kinkaju Cabina

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Detached private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Tropical Bath Standard Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2012
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Desk
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Caribbean Breeze Cabina

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Beach Front Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 56.2 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Frog Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Colibri Cabina

Highlights

Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
In-room massage
Daily housekeeping
  • 16.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Sloth Caribbean Cabina

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Red Frog Tropical Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Tree House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 56.2 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Garden
Separate dining area
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • 79.3 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

At Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only you'll be steps from Black Beach and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Talamanca Family Art. Highlights at this beachfront inn include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .The restaurant, Azul Beach Club, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The inn's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Cahuita inn include Playa Cocles and Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre Gandoca-Manzanillo.

What's nearby

  • Talamanca Family Art - 5 min drive
  • Black Beach - 7 min drive
  • Playa Cocles - 7 min drive
  • Playa Chiquita - 22 min drive
  • Punta Uva Beach - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hot Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Azul Beach Club - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Koki Beach - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Pirata - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pan Pay - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only

Adults-only beach inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Cahuita inn is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only offers 22 accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. This Cahuita inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Languages

Catalan, English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Azul Beach Club

Conveniences

  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages
  • Manicures/pedicures

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
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 16 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 16 and older are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 16 years old aren't allowed.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

As of 30 Sept 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only on 7 Oct 2024 start from AU$192.92, 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 parking available at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

Yep, Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

The closest beach to Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only is Black Beach (0.2 km).

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only have a pool?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only.

Is Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only family-friendly?

No, Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only is an adults-only property.

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 357 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 357 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 357 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 357 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 357 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, wonderful wildlife - very lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

juan

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place was amazing.. the pictures Travelocity has doesnt do the place justice. The staff soooo friendly they go abvoe and beyond..not just one or two but all the staff. They have a turtle pond to see turtles and fish as well as frogs. Their cat oreo is so sweet and a fun addition for guests. We were able to see about 4 sloths on the property. The maintenence staff always kept an eye and then showed the guests where they were making the experience really nice. Not one problem w this place.. beautiful lovely, chill, fun things to see, great suggestions of what to do from staff.. we really loved this place and had a great experience. They furthermore provided a refreshing welcome drink upon arrival and a token for another drink when we were ready.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were genuinely sad we only had one night to stay at Banana Azul! Check in was quick and efficient and friendly. The fresh coconut was a lovely treat. The Howler Suite was charming and the view magical. The food in the restaurant was delicious. I highly recommend Banana Azul if you want an authentic Costa Rica experience that’s right on the Playa Negra beach. I’ll definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I’ll for sure stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

maritza

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful hotel. Beautiful wood, restaurant and bar and the lush jungle landscape is just beautiful. Loved the pool also. The standout about this place though is the staff for sure. Young crew, very good manners and helpful. Be sure to tip them, they deserve it. We’ll return one day! We stayed in the Brisas cabin and it was awesome. Note that most rooms do not have air conditioning so if you require air conditioning make sure you book a room with them that has it. Love Banana Azul! The shuttle service and your booking counter just outside their entrance was so helpful. We use Caribe Shuttle to get there from San Jose.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place! Food was great, room was lovely, beds were comfy, staff was so kind and accommodating. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
No shower water for 1.5 days & sewage smell
We enjoyed the food, the resort, the beach and the staff …however we are NOT pleased that for a day and a half we had no WATER in the shower. We were very patient & even went to the store to purchase bottled water to shower and flush the toilet! We were told that a part had to be purchased for the bathroom and the maintenance staff came to fix the issue around 3pm the next day! That’s a whole day and a half!! And the only compensation offered was 20% off of our FOOD bill? That’s $35. What does food have to do with no shower?!!! Wow, we should have been compensated for the ROOM not the food. We paid for a hotel… not a hostel… Also I emailed customer service about the matter while at the check out counter….and here it is 8 days later and NO ONE responded back to me!!! Also, twice we walked in the room and there was a strong sewer smell. We traced the smell to a drip coming from the ceiling. We thought it was the AC, but saw that it was coming from the ceiling and the restroom of the unit above us!! Gross! Suite- Tropical 9 needs to be renovated and the way management handled the situation was extremely disrespectful and awful. We paid an average of $148 each night and could not use the shower for a day and a half.. There was no apology, no response to my email or even an appropriate compensation. $35 off of the food is a slap in the face. They should be ashamed!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved how nice, quiet, and chill this place was. The staff was more than happy to help us with whatever we needed. The views were amazing, the food was fresh, and our room was lovely.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Banana Azul was wonderful. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the breakfast was very nice. We loved the beautiful gardens and especially the seating at the beach where the onshore breeze was so comfortable and the view was so lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I can't say enough good things about this place, and the people who take the time and effort to take care of us. Service and grounds amazing. The one thing you will need to get use to is the fact there isn't any AC on the premises. Looking forward to staying here again. :)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous. We had the Treehouse Suite. I wish we could have stayed there forever.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

10/10 Excellent

morris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liliya

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, steps from the beach! We loved the place, but the second room was extremely small, which made it uncomfortable. The breakfast was excellent with a different menu every day. I would like to extend a special thank you to Jordan, who provided outstanding service and recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good time
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first trip to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica. We've been coming to Costa Rica for over 20 years. We loved it and the hotel and staff were wonferful. The hotel's restaurant had great menu options with breakfast included. Be sure to confirm if your room has AC. Not all rooms do. Black sand beach. We'd definitely stay here again..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Banana Azul Beach resort
This laid back beach resort is ideal for 'get away from it all' holiday makers. The fabulous black sand beach is just at the end of the well maintained gardens. and it stretches for miles. The room we stayed in was slightly small. (as was the pool) - but Air con worked great and we needed it. Shower was powerful. I'd go for the larger suite next time. Try the tenderloin steak - one of the best I've had. Cocktails to die for. - and service was excellent.
Sunrise at the end of the garden ....
part of the tropical gardens around the hotel.
great beach views
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis, Evansville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Unique setting, like living in the jungle, but on the beach with amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

victor, lewisville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quite beach access property. Be warned of rooms with NO air conditioning. This important and relevant information should have been clearly disclosed during the booking process. Unfortunately, it was not disclosed or available from Expedia booking site.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A little piece of heaven...
The staff was so welcoming and helpful. Look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The property was dated and had many rooms that don’t have air conditioning. They initially put us in room on the property on the outside of the resort and it felt dilapidated and dirty, with multiple keys for entry and safety. (Gate key, door key) The area was unsafe and unkept without air conditioning. We begged to be moved and they said because we didn’t book direction from their site, we were not a priority. The second day we got moved to the central area of the facility, but still not air conditioning, with windows open, we needed to sleep under a bug net. Overall, the food was good, but very limited hours of service for different meals. There was no à la carte or in room service. (For example, I asked for chips or a piece of toast and they couldn’t accommodate.) Also, neither of the rooms had televisions, which we really didn’t mind, but some visitors might find that to be a problem. Definitely do your homework on this property and do not stay here unless you book directly from their website and you can choose your specific room. Make sure you get one with air-conditioning because it’s very hot and humid in Costa Rica.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ayanna, Cypress

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023