Rates and Reservations
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Our 2014 Rates are available here.
You can also ask to be put on our waiting list. Given that an average of up to 10% of all reservations cancel, there is a good chance we will be able to accommodate you.
2013 Rates
Rates include full breakfast
| Ocean Rooms | Jan 4 – April 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$119 double $114 single |
$109 double $104 single |
$89 double $84 single |
$155 double $150 single |
| Located on the top floor, Ocean Rooms are our most popular room with spacious adjoining decks, featuring side views of the beach, hammock and hardwood furniture. Each room has a queen bed with the option of adding a twin for a 3rd person or separate beds. | ||||
| Garden Bath Suites | Jan 4 – Apr 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$119 double $114 single |
$109 double $104 single |
$89 double $84 single |
$155 double $150 single |
| Located on the main level between the reception and the restaurant, the Garden Bath Suite consists of a bedroom that connects large separate private garden with its patio 2 person bathtub and outside shower. These rooms come with Queen Bed and upgraded amenities such as Cable TV and Air-Conditioning.
(Please note effective December 31st, 2012) These rooms have been substantially upgraded and new photos are in process. We are sure you will be delighted with the improvements) |
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| Sloth Caribbean Cabinas | Jan 4 – Apr 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$99 double $94 single |
$94 double $89 single |
$89 double $84 single |
$129. double $124 single |
| Separated from the main building, our 2 Sloth Caribbean Cabinas are on the 2nd floor with some ocean views. Rooms are newly refurbished with a Caribbean Beach Cottage style. Room includes private deck overlooking gardens and ocean. Rooms has wifi, hammocks and queen bed. Ideal for 2 couples travelling together when both units are rented. | ||||
| Dolphin Room | Jan 4 – Apr 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$124 double $120 single |
$114 double $110 single |
$99 double $94 single |
$162 double $157 single |
| Dolphin Room is a larger corner top floor Ocean Room with extra spacious deck featuring garden / swimming pool views, side views of the beach, hammock and hardwood furniture. Room has a queen bed with the option of adding a twin for a 3rd person or separate beds. | ||||
| Howler Suite | Jan 4 – Apr 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$159 double $154 single |
$149 double $144 single |
$139 double $134 single |
$206 double $201 single |
| Our best sea-view corner room with wrap-around deck, closest to the beach. Room features a queen bed, Cable TV and a deluxe bathroom with tub for 2 overlooking the beach. It has been the room that is most popular with honeymooners. | ||||
| Tree House Apartment | Jan 4 – Apr 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$149 double $144 single |
$139 double $134 single |
$129 double $124 single |
$194 double $189 single |
| Originally built as the owners home, The Tree House Apartment is tucked up in the trees is the fully furnished, 2 bedroom Apartment. This 700 sq ft unit has a tree house feeling with jungle views and some ocean views, full open-air kitchen and great room, with cable TV in bedrooms. Apartment includes full breakfast.
Sleeps comfortably 4 persons. Large bedroom has a queen size bed. Smaller bedroom has a double size bed. Larger parties up to 6 persons additionally rent the Red Frog Tropical Suite, which is on ground floor below apartment. It is like renting a 3 bedroom/2 bath 2 floor house. |
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| Red Frog Tropical Suite | Jan 4 – Apr 30 Jul 1 – Aug 31 *2013 |
Sep 1 – Oct 31 *2013 |
May 1 – Jun 30 Nov 1 – Dec 19 *2013 |
Dec 20 2013 - Jan 4 2014*** |
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$159 double $154 single |
$149 double $144 single |
$139 double $134 single |
$207 double $202 single |
| Located on the main floor under The Apartment , tucked away in the corner of our property, our Red Frog Tropical Suite comes with deluxe bathroom with rain shower, Cable TV, A/C, over sized patio with fish pond and private gardens. | ||||
Rates include full breakfast
* Prices above do not reflect Costa Rica Hotel Tax of 13%.
Third person, please add $20/night. (please note that only Ocean Rooms and The Apartment can accommodate extra persons.)
** During peak holiday seasons we have the right to request minimum stays. Please enquire.
Additional Services
Bike Rentals; $6/day or $30 week
Laundry $11/load
Boogie Boards $5/half day
Snorkel Gear $5/day
Breakfast for non-registered-guests $7
Free Wireless Internet Service if you have a laptop, tablet, smart phone, etc
Laptop or iPad rentals at $2.50 per half hour or $4.00 per hour
White Water Rafting Trip from Arenal or San Jose $99
Private transportation to and from San Jose up to 8 persons $190
Tourist Shuttle to or from San Jose and Arenal $35-49p/p
Terms and Conditions
In an effort to keep our rates as affordable as possible, we request payment in cash (US$ or local Colones).
Room Rates are quoted in US dollars and are subject to 13% local hotel tax.
See below for deposit amounts. You can do direct deposit into the Costa Rica Bank bank account (listed below).
Deposits can be made over the internet via Paypal which accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro, Discover, Diner’s Club, JCB and EnRoute.
We can also accept Visa or Mastercard reseravtions via email or phone.
There are no refunds for late arrivals or early departures unless prior arrangement has been made. This includes delayed flights.
In the event of cancellations or no-shows, a cancellation penalty is applied. The more notice you give us, the less the cancellation fee. Please see the details below.
Hotel Banana Azul offers simple accommodations with a Guesthouse/Beach Lodge feeling. The hotel is made of wood and some units have shared balconies and/or large windows/ french doors, showers with open air feeling so it is not ideal for travellers looking for sound proof rooms with total privacy. Before reserving, please see if this is your type of vacation spot, please read our guest reviews about their experiences here at Banana Azul. See also: FAQ – Food – Banana Azul and Puerto Viejo
To find out what rates are in other currencies, check out currency converter at http://www.xe.com/ucc
All Guests must AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING CANCELLATION POLICY
More than 30 days notice: Full refund less 7% handling fees
30 to 15 days notice: 25% Charge of total nights reserved
14 to 8 days notice: 50% Charge of total nights reserved
Less than 7 days: 100% Charge of total nights reserved
* Should I cancel reservation, I authorize Banana Azul Hotel to charge my credit card the amount owed under the terms of above cancellation policy *
Reservation Inquiries and Deposits
You’ve got the prices, the deposit and cancellation terms.
Now click here to check availability , book a room and send us a reservation inquiry. We’ll make sure your dates are available and let you know how you can pay a deposit to hold your space.
Have you already confirmed space availability with us and would like to confirm your reservation? You can do that either by sending us a deposit or by securely sending us your credit card information to guarantee your reservation:
Securely send us your credit card details now. Your credit card will be held on file in this case and you can pay with your preferred form of payment upon arrival. In the case of a no-show or a cancellation with a penalty due, your card will be charged the amount due.
Don’t have or want to use a credit card?
We also accept direct bank transfers to our Bank Accounts accounts in Costa Rica. This really only works when you are making a transfer within the country.
Here is the information you will need for bank transfers. Make sure you email us a copy of your transfer receipt.
Name of Bank = Bank of Costa Rica
Name of Account = Sueno Frente el Caribe
Account number in dollars = 1-399-3913
SINPE 1520139900003913-6
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Name of Bank = Banco Nacional
Name of Account = Sueno Frente al Caribe S.A.
Account number in dollars = 1-200-02-093-000034-0
SINPE 15109320020000347
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