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Hotel Banana AzulvsFour Seasons Resort Costa Rica At Peninsula Papagayo
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. Overall, Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo scores significantly better than Hotel Banana Azul. Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo has a TripExpert Score of 92 with recommendations from 7 reviews such as Jetsetter, Fodor's and Hideaway Report.
Hotel Banana Azul
Afar Magazine
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Frommer's
Oyster
Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Puerto Viejo de Talamanca, Costa Rica
From $133/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
"Tucked away in its own little world, a 20 minute beach walk north of the laid back surfer town of Puerto Viejo, Hotel Banana Azul is a little piece of heaven." Full review
"Removed from town, this romantic hotel sits astride a blissfully tranquil black-sand beach." Full review
9.0
"Banana Azul is the ultimate romantic retreat on Costa Rica’s diverse and funky Caribbean Coast." Full review
"Hardwood furnishings are abundant at this gay-friendly (but by no means exclusive) hotel at the secluded far end of Playa Negra." Full review
"Hotel Banana Azul is perpetually improving and tweaking its intimate 14-room retreat on a dramatic—and private—stretch of black-sand beach." Full review
"Features such fabulous touches as koi ponds with turtles in the middle of the ceramic-tiled common lounge. One of the top draws here is the Azul Beach Club, which serves food and drinks on the beach" Full review
Upper-middle-range
"The 14-room Hotel Banana Azul is one of Puerto Viejo de Talamanca's smaller properties. The upper-middle-range hotel is tucked away along the Costa Rican town's popular surf beach, Playa..." Full review
Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica At Peninsula Papagayo
Afar Magazine
Condé Nast Traveler
Hideaway Report
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
Hideaway Report
The Telegraph
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Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
From $939/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
"I believe travel is one of the best forms of education. I always come home from a trip with knowledge or a new skill. Often times I seek out trips that will teach me a sport like surfing..." Full review
"Non-threatening monkeys swing from trees by rooms, and large lizards climb onto balconies at this beautiful resort full of happy families." Full review
"Experience paradise at Four Seasons Residence Club Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo." Full review
"Between two golden-sand beaches and surrounded by jungle, there's an ocean view from just about anywhere on the property. Service, provided by a cream-of-the-crop, bilingual staff, is faultless." Full review
"The country’s most luxurious take on eco-tourism, perched on a hillside above the Pacfic Ocean with views of golden beaches." Full review
5 Stars
"This hilltop hideaway melds posh amenities and accommodations with an exotic tropical backdrop and warm, professional service. " Full review
"The Four Seasons Spa could be its own boutique hotel." Full review
94.0
"Gracious family-friendly eco-resort overlooking two beaches from the hilly Peninsula Papagayo has recently reopened after a $35 million renovation." Full review
9.0
"The Four Seasons has set a new standard for luxury resorts in Costa Rica and a £32 million re-fit has ensured the property is as architecturally impressive as the backdrop. With an..." Full review
"The meticulously manicured grounds and dazzling indoor-outdoor design set the tone. Upscale amenities include a tranquil spa with rituals inspired by local healing traditions, a fitness center"