Azul Hotel & Retreat — 4-Star Luxury Hotel in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica
★★★★ 4-Star Luxury Hotel

Azul Hotel & Retreat

Santa Cruz  ·  Costa Rica  ·  3 Km South Of Marbella

4.4 157 guest reviews

About Azul Hotel & Retreat — Luxury Boutique Hotel in Santa Cruz

Azul Hotel & Retreat is an exceptional 4-star hotel in Santa Cruz, Costa Rica. Guests enjoy a distinctive experience combining world-class facilities including bar, beach club, concierge, and more with the personalised warmth that defines great boutique hospitality.

Guest Reviews 4.4 / 5

Valentin Scharf (ChillisChannel)
★★★★★ Jul 2025

The Azul Ocean Club Hotel has truly become my second home. From the moment you arrive, you're welcomed not just as a guest, but as part of a family. The entire team is exceptional, but I want to especially highlight Arianna, Jürgen, and Osman – three incredible people who make this place unforgettable. Arianna greets you with a genuine smile and a warmth that immediately makes you feel at ease. Jürgen brings a calm, thoughtful presence to everything he does and is always there with a solution, no matter the request. And then there’s Osman, the chef – a true artist in the kitchen, whose dishes are not only delicious but full of passion and creativity. Whether you’re enjoying breakfast with an ocean view, a peaceful afternoon by the pool, or a magical dinner under the stars, every moment here feels effortless, personal, and full of heart. This hotel isn’t just a place to stay – it’s a place to feel, to connect, and to come back to again and again. Thank you for creating a space that feels like home.

Niklas Brell
★★★★★ Jul 2025

Playa Azul is truly magical. It’s a place with an energy you can’t describe – you can only feel it. The team at the hotel is incredibly dedicated, thoughtful, and supportive. It was simply a joy to be here at all times, and I’m deeply grateful for the opportunity to experience this place. The connection between raw nature, the animals, and the powerful polarity of this location is overwhelming. I honestly wish everyone could come here at least once – to see it, to feel it, and to soak in this energy. A big compliment also goes to the kitchen – the food was amazing. All in all, I’m truly impressed. It was a wonderful, unforgettable time.

Dennis Urquilla
★★★★★ Mar 2025

The staff is very friendly here. Ariana was a delight, she was a great person to interact with and very attentive to my wife’s needs while relaxing at the pool. The grounds itself, very beautiful and well kept. We stayed in the one of the villas, I was impressed with the room. Very clean. 4 stars for location as the beach isn’t something to rave about, the current is very strong at the beach in this property. The pool was great though. Like others say, there are other beaches nearby if you are a beach-goer. I would definitely stay here again in the future.