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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
Interior
On the beach, beach bar
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Cahuita, Limon, 70401
  • Black Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Playa Cocles
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Punta Uva Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Limón Intl. Airport (LIO)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Room options

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

Dolphin Room

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

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
  • Talamanca Family Art - 5 min drive - 1.6 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

  • ‪Hot Rocks - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Pampa - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bread and Chocolate - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Veronica's Places - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Café Viejo - ‬4 min drive

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 Sep 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Banana Azul - Adults Only on Sep 16, 2025 start from $98.9, 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. 291 out of 442 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 442 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 442 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 442 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 442 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Proximity to the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia, San Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry, High Wycombe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely relaxing stay. We saw sloths in the trees and poison dart frogs on the ground! The walks along the beach were beautiful. The food was very good especially the tuna steaks and it was not too expensive. Excellent cocktails!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Not Adult Only

The hotel was definitely not what I expected. The room was very small with a king bed and a twin close by. This made it very difficult to navigate the room. I booked for 3 people. There is no closet space in the room which means our bags also had to be on the floor next to the beds. Due to the rain, the room was very moist and that made our towels smell like mildew. I asked to switch the towels and the house keeper only switched out one. Lastly, the staff in the breakfast area was really friendly and the food was pretty good. Oh and I forgot to mention, this hotel is not adult only. There were children on the resort, eating in the breakfast area, etc. They were well behaved, but one of the reasons why I chose this hotel was because it was advertised as Adult only.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place and location, very friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good option in the location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The cost does not live up to the experience.

Stayed for 8 days. Food is mild in taste; breakfast not varied. Service inconsistent. Single armed security guard placed at front entrance in the evening. There is no security guard placed at back entrance which is exposed to road, houses and beach. The beach is, like at of Costa Rica, not owned by the hotel. Therefore, it is frequently filled with expatriates and children and not hotel guests. Beware that the hotel does little to nothing to police that and you will find yourself, despite being a paying guest, without a lounge chair. The rooms are noisy and you can hear the guests in the adjacent rooms talking and snoring.The shower is great and the hotel is close to the town. Overall, I would not stay there again. The cost does not match the experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall hotel is comfortable, steps from the beach, convenient to shopping & dining. Front desk check in experience not good at all. Waited over an hour for room to be ready. Told previous guest had a late check-out and would let us know when ready. Waited in restaurant within view of desk repeatedly checking . More than an hour later checked again. There had been a change of staff and previous person did not inform the next staff person we were waiting, who then rushed through room and facilities instructions. Just happened to find out late into the second day we should have been offered a welcome drink and beach towels. Booked a basic room, which was smaller than expected, but adequate. (think beach bungalow) No TV as advertised. Ceiling fan, and portable floor fan, no air conditioning, but no AC was fine for us. Mattress uncomfortably soft for our taste, saggy in spots and one of the pillows had an unpleasant smell. The bathroom tile grouting could use cleaning. Other wise the housekeeping staff did a good job every day. Except for the check-in experience the staff was great, especially Maria Jose, Milena, Ketsi ,and Oscar. Would recommend as a budget conscious, quiet, easy going beach front, adult only hotel with good food, drinks and wonderful staff. Pura Vida.😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Robinson tree house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Phillip

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

Great hotel but not great for groups

I will start by saying that the hotel is beautiful. The facilities look great, the service was top-notch and the location was perfect. It wasn’t too far from the town, but far away enough to feel like you weren’t in the town, it was just a short bike ride or drive over. The only unfortunate part of the stay is that it is a small hotel and not great for groups or friends. Quiet hours start pretty early and you will get a knock on your door for talking after 10 PM due to the older crowd that is there. There was no music being played or parties being had, just conversation in our rooms and we were asked to whisper, which is not a great experience on vacation. The other guests were up and active well before 6 AM waking us up every day we were there, but the same rules don’t apply to the guests being “loud” in the early morning as they do at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, great staff, working very hard! Oscar and Cristopher were fantastic
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025