Well what can I say about the Casa Azul? First off the house and the property are among the nicest we saw during our vacation and the kicker? It right on the beach! The whole week we were there we simply grabbed our boards and walked out the gate into surf that was good for beginers any time of day and attracted the more adventurous crowd every morning we were there.

We had a pretty large group that was well situated in the 2 ocean front rooms and the casita and wished we'd booked the entire property for some stragglers that found a place down the road.

A great place for groups or families as food, board rentals, excursion type charter places and groceries are no more than a 5 minute walk up and down the beach or on the main drag.

There is a bar next door that Richard was very worried would be making too much noise but in reality we hardly ever noticed it, and I stayed in the room closest to it. If you're worried I'd say take the far ocean view room or the Casita ( the best value in the whole place anyways! )

Overall a super experience that we would definitely repeat, many thanks to Richard and everyone at Casa Azul!

I write this review begrudgingly, as this spot is so fantastic I'd prefer to keep it to myself. But after staying at Casa Azul twice now, it's time to give this hotel its due. The beach is fantastic, and Richard has, hands down, the best spot on it. Right in the middle of town, on some really great breaks. Fantastic restaurants, bars, shops and rentals (cars, atvs, boards, you name it) are all a stone's throw away. Private pool for guests and nice rooms, especially the suite which has a roofdeck with a blockbuster view for sunsets. So long as you don't expect swanky accoutrements like spa services or buffet breakfasts, you'd be crazy not to stay here.

Ryan R

We traveled with another couple who had been to Casa Azul before. Easy beach access, but we spent more time at/in the pool! Richard is a great host and his staff worked very hard at making it a wonderful experience. We had the 2nd floor of the main house with the added bonus of the roof top deck.

We spent 2 nights in the casita. Hotel staff (Minor) was very helpful with recommendations & directions. Location is great with direct access to beach. There is an awesome restaurant just a few meters down the beach. Would stay here again if we ever venture down that way again.