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GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul

Property class: 3.5

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A swimming pool with a central fountain, surrounded by palm trees and a thatched-roof structure.
A spacious outdoor dining area with thatched roofs, wooden tables and chairs, and a buffet counter.
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a decorative wall unit.
A spacious outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a tiled floor, and a thatched roof.
A resort with a pool, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Zona Franca Pozos Colorados km 19, via Cienaga, Santa Marta, Magdalena, 470006
  • Place, Bello Horizonte Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Zazue
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cape Turtle Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Standard Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, artwork on the wall, and an air conditioning unit.

Junior Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Room Standard

1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Room Standard

  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Double Suite Junior

  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

Bed in dormitory STANDARD

  • Sleeps 1

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About the neighborhood

Santa Marta

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul places you 6.2 mi (10 km) from Zazue and 8.1 mi (13.1 km) from Bello Horizonte Beach. This 67-room, 3.5-star hotel welcomes business and leisure travelers with 2 outdoor pools, a free water park, and free breakfast.

What's nearby

  • Bello Horizonte Beach - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Zazue - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Cape Turtle Beach - 15 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • University of Magdalena - 23 min drive - 12.3 miles
  • Rodadero Beach - 28 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ita’si - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Juan Valdez - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cocos Bar - ‬8 min drive

About this property

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul

Guests of GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul have access to 2 outdoor pools, a free water park, and a children's pool. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this family-friendly hotel include free WiFi in public areas, a computer station, and free newspapers.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 45-inch plasma TVs with cable channels. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, free local calls, and safes.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Yaharo

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park
  • Playground
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Mini-fridge
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 10 floors
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 45-inch plasma TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in is available for a fee

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for COP 100000 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (33 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding (children may not be eligible for free breakfast)

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • You may be required to pay the following charge at the property: Colombia Value-Added Tax (VAT) at 19%. A VAT exemption is available to travelers who present a valid passport and tourist visa showing they are not a resident of Colombia and who pay using a foreign card or via a bank transfer from outside Colombia. This exemption applies only to tourist package bookings (accommodation plus other travel services).

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: COP 100000 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. 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.
  • 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 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Visitors traveling with a child may be required by the property to present the following documents: At check-in, parents traveling into Colombia with a child under 18 may be obligated to present the child's birth certificate and photo ID (passport for non-Columbian citizens). If a relative or legal guardian is traveling into Colombia with the child, that relative or legal guardian may be obligated to present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents, along with a copy of both parents' ID. If only one parent is traveling into Colombia with the child, that parent may be required to present a notarized consent of travel signed by the other parent. Visitors planning to travel with children should consult a Colombian consulate office in advance of travel for additional guidance.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

GHL Comfort Costa Azul

GHL Comfort Costa Azul Santa Marta

GHL Comfort Hotel Costa Azul

GHL Comfort Hotel Costa Azul Santa Marta

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul Santa Marta

GHL Relax Costa Azul Santa Marta

GHL Relax Costa Azul

Ghl Relax Costa Azul

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul Hotel

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul Santa Marta

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul Hotel Santa Marta

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

As of Sep 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul on Sep 30, 2026 start from $119, including 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.

What is there to do within easy reach of GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

This hotel is located in Santa Marta, close to Bello Horizonte Beach, Zazue, and Cape Turtle Beach.

Is parking available on site at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa available at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul have a casino?

No, GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 9 AM and 9:00 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, 2 outdoor pools, and a swim-up bar.

Are there hot tubs at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

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

Does GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul serves free full breakfasts at Yaharo each morning.

Does GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul for a fee of COP 100000 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How close is the airport from GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

The closest major airport to GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul is Santa Marta (SMR-Simon Bolivar), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul?

Yes, some guestrooms at GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul offer a balcony and may feature sea views.

GHL Relax Hotel Costa Azul Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 597 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Belkys

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, WiFi could have been better
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

David Ian

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel a bit dated. Rooms older. Food was only OK and breakfast selection was poor in my opinion.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anders

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, staff is excellent, rooms are comfortable. Swimming pools are awesome, swim up bar is perfect and the bartenders Andres is the best
Kids pool
Room
Room
View from room
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damarys

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good, room was clean, staff were attentive, food was ok and the grounds were taken cared of. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

oscar Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect with beach and pool views.
Balcony view at night
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriana Elisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Food was great and prices were reasonable. The staff was wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rasec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

José Urbano

Yes
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The service was kind and friendly. The breakfast buffet was very decent with some variety every day. The restaurant was definitely a highlight, not so cheap, but very good food. Rooms are fine but some stuff is aging for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zaide Del Carmen Estrada de

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was Amazing. The clean rooms made it confortable and excellent stage. The breakfast was great and the food was not crazy expensive
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel is great, it’s not a resort but it’s perfect for a family vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Towel service is disorganized, hotel is old but not bad, rooms where clean, staff was really nice and attentive. For the price its worth the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha I

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was Amazing. My whole family was there for a wedding the cleanliness, the staff was Amazing. The food was delicious. We will be returning.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sebastian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
LOVE IT GREAT.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
everything
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beach access from the hotel, large pool and convenient bar.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leonor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service, very nice hotel for families the beach it’s great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sonia

pool and beachfront are excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

carlos

Liked: Cleanliness
No really, they changed our room, was poor our experience
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
THE FOOD IS AMAZING
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool and the beach are very close to each other and the restaurant. Also the staff are incredible. Everybody here was very nice from the front desk to the bar to the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service and amazing facility
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s directly on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Amenities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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