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Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront inn near Black Beach

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Outdoor pool, sun loungers
Meeting facility
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
Interior
On the beach, beach bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Limon, 70401
  • Place, Black Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Finca La Isla Botanical Garden
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Punta Uva Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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Dolphin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Dolphin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Tropical Bath Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tropical Bath Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Howler Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Howler Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Red Frog Tropical Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Red Frog Tropical Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 534 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Sloth Caribbean Cabina | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sloth Caribbean Cabina

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Tree House, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Garden View | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 605 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed

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Villa with Private Pool | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa with Private Pool

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 854 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Colibri Cabina | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Colibri Cabina

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 178 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Beach Front Apartment | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Beach Front Apartment

  • 605 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Caribbean Breeze Cabina | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Caribbean Breeze Cabina

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 322 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Kinkaju Cabina | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kinkaju Cabina

  • 178 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Frog Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Frog Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two-Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • 215 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Puerto Viejo de Talamanca

On the beach.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Cahuita inn, you'll find Black Beach and Talamanca Family Art. Also, Playa Cocles is within 3 miles (5 km) and Punta Uva Beach is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Black Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Finca La Isla Botanical Garden - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Playa Cocles - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Playa Chiquita - 14 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Punta Uva Beach - 14 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cocomar Comida Caribeña - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Pirata - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tamara - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Viejo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Azul Beach Club - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only

3.5-star beachfront inn near Black Beach
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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • Elevator
  • 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 hair dryers. This Cahuita inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered daily and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each 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

How close is Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only to the airport?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only is 34.1 mi (59-min drive) away from the Limón Intl. Airport (LIO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Nov 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only on Dec 18, 2025 start from $106.95, 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.

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only to the beach?

This inn is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only offer free breakfast?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only offers free full breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only have a pool?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only features an outdoor pool.

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only have a restaurant?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only is home to Azul Beach Club, which features international cuisine and happy hour.

Does Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only to downtown Cahuita?

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only is 1.3 mi away from Puerto Viejo de Talamanca.

Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 301 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 109 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 462 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place Jessica and others made this place enjoyable.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Properly well located, in front of Playa Negra Beach. Have wonderful gardens and friendly staff. Our room was nice, but had transparent ceiling were sun heated really fast, making hot to be. Had no air conditioning. Recommend make sure the room you choose will comply with your needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia Y., New Haven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were wonderful to is- Thanks to Leo, Laura, Oscar, Denise, Diana, and many more! Massage with Michelle was also great and so reasonable. The property has a guard that is there in the evening and helped us get on our way with fresh fruit and banana bread the kitchen prepared for us for our early departure at 5 am! Was close to Puerto Viejo’s busy area but nice to be away from the hustle of that. Enjoyed being able to retire to a quiet space with a restaurant that included breakfast and options for lunch and dinner too!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Carmen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good. Nice experience. The staff was great, very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oludare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank you Jessica- Banana Azul- treat her well

Jessica was the best, she took care of me. At first my first room was not good- the villa is not what it is like online. I needed to change and she helped me. A lot. She also helped me celebrate my birthday and the restaurant servers all sang happy birthday.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mitchell

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, Cave Creek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants and bar were excellent the staff was wonderful no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Niels

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’d love for this to be a solid five star review for a lovely, peaceful place on a gorgeous stretch of Caribbean beach… but it’s not quite that. This is NOT AN ADULTS-ONLY hotel. Despite that claim all over their website and and Expedia, during our four days there, there were lots of kids of all ages. We were looking forward to a quiet getaway and booked this place for a lot more than other places… and quickly realized that children *are* allowed in the restaurant, the pool, and the beach. Apparently, just no one under 16 (actually ~15) can stay in the rooms. OK, except these areas were central to the hotel – most of the rooms are built around the restaurant. We give serious thanks, though, as they did move us to a private bungalow area near the beach, which was great. It was nothing but the ROAR of the surf and amazing bird calls, all while we lay in hammocks and sipped cocktails! Overall, the place is so lovely! The food and drinks are fantastic, the rooms (even without a/c) are a little rustic but lovely. We saw so much wildlife – sloths, poison frogs, lizards, beach crabs, etc.– and the site is right next to this perfect stretch of dark sand beach with some *serious* surf. It was a slice of heaven, and we’d even consider going back, though there are other great places in the area. We especially want to thank the staff who were superb – especially Diana, who is THE BEST and set the stage for the best of this place. Our last few days at Banana Azul were simply EXCELLENT.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Location, Opportunities for Improvement

The Howler Room is so nice with an ocean/beach view and large deck. Unfortunately, the beautiful experience was tempered by the non-working TV, non-working Fan and finding someone else’s dirty socks and underware beside the apartment refrigerator. Not what I expect at this price point!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow - what a fantastic experience we had!! This hotel is so gorgeous and lovely - each room is a joy. We had an upper floor room with an open air balcony overlooking the ocean, and a ground floor room with a massive bath tub! We ate many meals at the wonderful hotel restaurant. The black sand beach was amazing - the water clear warm and gentle. A great experience!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria, calexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff in this hotel was very kind, great beach location. We had a great time. Breakfast was included and it was very good. Tree house is a great experience. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff, the food, the grounds & the private villa we stayed in. I will be returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was conveniently located close to a beautiful, private beach. The staff was friendly but dining staff was very very slow. Wifi is very weak here. Nice rooms but without air conditioning. Make sure to bring earplugs for the road noise and birds.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Miss M T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I have already given feedback to the Operations Manager about this property. I would only reiterate that where the property is situated is not good for a Solo, Elderly, Disabled traveler. The property needs to be refurbished in and out.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location with great staff, good food, and comfortable accommodations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Benita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location on playa negra is amazing, but it was the staff that really made Banana Azul shine! Genesis, Laura, and Oscar, and the rest of the crew were always happy to help us, and the deep tissue beach massage from Michelle was perfect! We would certainly return to Banana Azul!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekkah, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella Maria

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. I traveled with 2 other young women (ages 21,21,20) and we felt incredibly safe the entire time. We ended up staying in the banana house, which is actually a seperate villa across a little road from the main part of the hotel, however it was gated, and this gate could be locked. The apartment itself was also gorgeous. The property is one of the few at this price range with a connecting beach, being on playa negra. It is around a 5 minute ride (15 minute walk) from puerto viejo city center. There is a market at the hotel that sells groceries and cheaper lunch meals. Furthermore down the street there is a soda (which is a “hometown” restaurant in costa rica) which offers cheaper food as puerto viejo and costa rica is a bit expensive. Included breakfast is AMAZING. You have multiple options plus included coffee and a daily juice. We will be back!! Not to mention the staff is amazing, particularly Diana was very helpful. This place is truly a gem and I would recommend it 10x over.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Julie, Anchorage

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I’ve debated whether to review this property but decided it might help others. I booked it because it is right on the beach and those places are scarce in CR. And that was great. Steps to a beach with chairs and loungers and service from the hotel for drinks and food. The restaurant was good and the people were generally nice. I got a massage and it was great. But the room was awful. I was in red frog. It was dank and dark and smelled musty, towels sometimes smelled mildewy. I chose an air conditioned room on purpose thinking it would mean a well-sealed room without mosquitos - and AC. But there were gaps under doors so mosquitos could get in. There was a hole in a window pane that they covered after i asked them to - they hadn’t noticed it. There was a mosquito net but it was open down one side so sorta useless. The bathroom was not included in the a/c. The room was right next to road with very noisy truck traffic. There was apparently a sewer issue because there was sometimes a terrible smell. I spent the first evening looking for other places to stay but sucked it up because I was so happy about the beach and would spend little time in the room anyway. Just be aware that the place isn’t as nice as the photos imply - it’s like a musty lake cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Craig

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked for 1 week, ended up leaving after 1 nite! It was that bad. Dirty, dingy, worn down, small, out dated, bugs everywhere, no screens on windows, holes in mosquito net. Avoid at all costs!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025