This hotel is wonderful. Everything about it is divine. Michel, Colin and Roberto did a wonderful job of making sure that everything ran smoothly for us on our vacation. Franklin was a terrific bartended and wonderful conversationalist. The staff at this hotel made sure that we were well taken care of while at their hotel and also within Puerto Viejo... more

We stayed at Banana Azul for 4 nights while we visited the Carribean Coast. This has to be one of the nicest place to stay in San Viejo. We were celeberating our anniversary and Colin provided us with a complimentary bottle of wine with our dinner!!! The breakfast and fruit are served fresh every morning. The drinks at the bar... more

This place is not the Hilton... Thank God for that. We had an amazing time both on and off the property. Colin, Roberto, and the rest of the staff were beyond helpful and accomodating. We had the most relaxing vacation of our lives at Banana Azul. Within walking distance of the village, but far enough away to curl up in... more

I chose this hotel because of the TA reviews. I never did meet the owners, they were traveling at the time. My experience was so horrible I checked out early!! I have never been treated so rudely by a hotel manager in all of my years of travel. The manager was so disturbed by any little request that I began... more

Banana Azul and Puerto Viejo are a must visit. Dont listen to any of the scary on line articles on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica. My partner and I spent 1 week there and have visited Costa Rica on 2 other occasions on the Pacific coast and the interior. We love it all but maybe the caribbean coast the... more

Banana Azul is beauitful! Loved my stay there! Staff are so wonderful, welcoming and accomodating. Stayed in the garden suite- very afforadable, a little close to the reception area- but truely beautiful room, with outdoor bath, hammock, and bedroom. Great food, great beach access. A little hike from downtown Puerto Viejo, but very tranquil. Wish I could have stayed longer! more

What everyone says about Banana Azul is true. I didn't want to leave. I stayed in the Garden Suite and the Howler Suite. For just $129/night, the Howler Suite is probably the best deal that I have ever found for accommodations. I'm not sure how to explain it, other than to say that it was truly magical. Roberto and Colin... more

I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone! I booked our stay at Banana Azul based on the reviews on TripAdvisor and even with high expectations, I was amazed. This place really made our vacation special. It was our first trip to Costa Rica and I really didn't want to leave! We stayed in a standard room which was basic... more

The Banana Azul is a gem on the Carribean side. It is right on a beautiful and pretty much deserted beach with waves big enough to bodysurf or boogie board but not so big they tire you out. The rooms are clean and pretty private, we stayed in the Dolphin Room which is at the end and overlooks the driveway/courtyard... more