There seems to be lots of confusion regarding the properties at Playa Azul, the former Sanctuary Resort has been closed since Sept 2011 due to the economic downturn everywhere in the world. There are 24 separate and independently owned condo's still using the Sanctuary name, they have their own concierge and swimming pools which are maintained by their own association... More

Family visited 12/24/11 - 12/31/11 Sanctuary Spa and Resort in Playa Azual should not be listed with Interval Getaways. There is no spa or resort - the only thing left are the condos. The "getaway" is booked through the condos but that isn't clear on the website or when you call. Do not trust the items that Interval lists as... More

It you want to become a Priest or a Nun or do not want to do nothing or just look at a beautiful landscape...This is the best place to go. In order for my family and I to enjoy Costa Rica; we had to leave the SANCTUARY for 4 days and go experience other little hotels and Bed & Breakfast... More

This resort should NOT be listed with Interval Getaways. There is nothing to do at this resort, never a receptionist at desk the whole time we were there (8 days). Cost $40.00 round trip to the near by local store, whose prices are crazy high. The only fishing guide is a total rip off. Do not use Paski, he took... More

The accomodations at this hotel are average and not really what it looks like on the website. The restaurant and pool aren't anything special and the food is kind of pricey. This hotel is in an area that is not populated much at all so if you are looking for a lively atmosphere, this isn't it! If you choose to... More

The ride from the airport takes a while, but once you're there it's amazing! HUGE bungalows, the nicest staff just falling all over themselves to make sure you have whatever you need, the food is fantastic and moderately priced, very clean and comfortable. They will arrange day trips, volcano tours, horseback riding, transportation, whatever you need - but I found... More

The Sanctuary Resort & Spa was truly a sanctuary. We enjoyed our unit, a large two bedroom, two bathrooms, full kitchen with laundry and plenty of space. The veranda was complete with two sets of patio furniture. The view was spectacular, the resort was clean, the staff were so friendly. Katrin was wonderful and answered many of our questions and... More

I had no expectations of Costa Rica or this resort. I pretty much picked it because it had spa in the name. The resort itself is nice. Not luxurious, but you wake up and hear the sound of the monkies and sit in your patio in the morning reading a book and it's heaven! The staff was AMAZING. Very friendly... More

This is a wonderful resort. Very secluded in the Gaunacaste Rain Forest. A great deal of nature with birds, monkeys, free range cattle, sea turtles all roaming the open forest and beaches. The beach is fantastic and you will rarely see other beach walkers. The resort is very accomodating with two restaraunts and 3 pools. The food and service are... More