Hotel Mono Azul

3.5 star property
Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near Marina Pez Vela

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Point of interest
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Quepos-Manuel Antonio Road, Quepos, Puntarenas, 6350
  • Marina Pez Vela
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Manuel Antonio Beach
  • Biesanz Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Quepos (XQP)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Manuel Antonio

Located in El Cerro within a mile (2 km) of Marina Pez Vela, Hotel Mono Azul is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Playitas Beach. This 21-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marina Pez Vela - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa La Macha - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playitas Beach - 10 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Biesanz Beach - 11 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Runaway Grill - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Soda Sánchez - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante L' Angolo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Gelateria Amorosi - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪El Lagarto - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hotel Mono Azul

Hotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools, near Marina Pez Vela
Guests of Hotel Mono Azul enjoy features like 2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, a terrace, and laundry facilities.
27-inch LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. 3 bathrooms, ceiling fans, and safes are also standard.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Blue's Restaurant & Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Ecotours
  • Game viewing
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with cable channels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Ceiling fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Mono
Hotel Mono Azul
Hotel Mono Azul Quepos
Mono Azul
Mono Azul Hotel
Mono Azul Quepos
Hotel Mono Azul Costa Rica/Quepos
Hotel Mono Azul Manuel Antonio
Mono Azul Manuel Antonio
Hotel Mono Azul Hotel
Hotel Mono Azul Quepos
Hotel Mono Azul Hotel Quepos

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Mono Azul?

Hotel Mono Azul provides free cancellation on select room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near Hotel Mono Azul?

This hotel is situated in El Cerro, just steps from Manuel Antonio Nature Park & Wildlife Refuge. You'll also find Marina Pez Vela and Rancho Tipico don Juan less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hotel Mono Azul?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Hotel Mono Azul feature a casino?

No, Hotel Mono Azul doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Mono Azul?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools.

Is Hotel Mono Azul a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including in-room massages as well as 2 outdoor pools and a bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Mono Azul?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Hotel Mono Azul have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Mono Azul serves free full breakfasts at Blue's Restaurant & Bar each morning.

Will Hotel Mono Azul allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Mono Azul.

Does Hotel Mono Azul have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

How close is the airport from Hotel Mono Azul?

The closest major airport to Hotel Mono Azul is Quepos (XQP), which is 4 mi away (11 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Mono Azul?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Mono Azul.

Does Hotel Mono Azul have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Hotel Mono Azul if that's in your vacation plans.

Hotel Mono Azul Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 158 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

6.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Milan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is very unique and cute. A lot of trees, monkeys and all those jungle creatures. Bus stop right in front to take you to the Manuel Antonyo park or anywhere around.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Melany Gabriela Muñoz

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

yosef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Y
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its not worth to pay the amount we paid . overall room and bathroom condition is not good . They are very hesitate for giving towel . there are no shampoo , conditioner or body lotion in room .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Friendly staff, but overall wouldn’t recommend.

The basic room was pretty much an overpriced hostel. In fact, there are probably more amenities in a hostel compared to this hotel. We didn’t get fresh towels in the mornings, room was extremely humid and damp, and windows were just screens with no glass...we could hear the person in the next room snoring. The shower head was held together by a piece of electric tape. However, I do have to say that the staff was very friendly and helpful and breakfast was definitely a plus and the best we had in Costa Rica.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Andrea, Costa Rica

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is no AC in the room I was . Rooms are super small.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place. Quiet. Good food. the place is a bit old and needs some maintenance
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

april

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

Great place to stay

John and his staff were amazing friendly, informative, knowledgeable about wildlife and what there was to do. Blue Monkey food was delicious and reasonable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nos se hospeden en la habitación 1. Está al frente de la lavandería, en la mañana se escucha la bulla de las sseñoras hablando y las lavadoras funcionando. El abanico es muy débil, la habitación es muy pequeña, los jabones son de los más baratos posibles, y el precio que cobran no va en relación con la clase de habitación. En el desayuno tampoco dan frutas, a diferencia de la competencia del frente.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Owner and staff were amazing - very friendly and welcoming. It was in a great location and the restaurant was fabulous. There was also live music in the evening of the night we stayed. When I booked our room, I didn't realize it didn't have AC. Some of the rooms at the hotel do have AC, but ours did not. The room was very small (even with the double bed and twin sized bed). The owner told us he is in the process of making renovations, but the process has been slow. The room served it's purpose for the 1 night stay we booked it for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

XiaoChen

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

Wonderful stay

The hotel manger was very kind. He let us stayed past the regular checkout time. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly safe place, but certainly faded glory. No amenities to speak off, very bare bones, bring toiletries. Room was very dark and behind utility room. So much shade encourages mosquitos, so be prepared. Pool is small but refreshing. Restaurant is pricey to area comparables. Nothing bad will happen here but price shop to make sure it’s your best value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
John, rhe owner, made the stay very memorable. He and his staff went out of their way to make my visit enjoyable. I will gladly return to this establishment. The room was clean, bed was comfortable and staff was beyond friendly and courteous.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gary

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

Just awesome

Great staff, small place which gave us the opportunity to talk directly with the owner.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disappointing, this hotel is very run down, more hostel accommodation than hotel. I did my research and for my budget this hotel seemed to be what I was looking for... a little oasis. We booked a standard room, I didn’t notice there was no air con when I booked so this was my fault but when I asked to be upgraded to aircon room they wanted £300 extra . The photos of the hotel are very misleading, it is in serious need of upgrading. The shower was cold and dangerous looking with electric wires exposed, everything was shoddy, bed linen all creased , no glass in the windows, only wire mesh . I will say the room was clean. The hotel is on a very busy road so be prepared for early wake up. Even though we had paid for 6 nights, we decided to move on, we couldn’t cope without air con and decided we would rather spend our money on somewhere with better facilities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was very mediocre. It is more like a motel than a hotel. We stayed for two nights and our room wasn't cleaned. I wouldn't recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

corey

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

Thanks for the amazing staff

Amazing staff who went out of there way to help you, kitchen wasn’t always opened but it was the slow season so I half expected it. Really didn’t like the town as much as I thought I would die to all the harassment, but that has nothing to do with this good hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

roz, uk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel, John and Paige awesome hosts, showed us all the wildlife that frequent there grounds, mackaws, sloths,butterflys, monkeys.......We had a fab night and went back the following week and had a pizza and cocktails with them highly recommend fantastic, thank you both so much x
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018