Plaza Azul
Review Submitted: October 9, 2009
Date of Stay: April 2009
The condo was as advertised: clean, well-maintained, two nice master bedrooms w/full baths. The pool by the condo was almost always empty, but we went to the main pool due to the shade and bar. The formal restaurant was good, not great.
But...we were told the beach was safe for swimming but we didn't dare go in; we rented the golf cart but it could not keep a charge. The worst part was that no matter where we wanted to go, it was a project - roads leading to the resort were horrible and it took forever to drive anywhere.
We wanted to avoid touristy places but did not enjoy being this remote. If you want to get away and have peace and quiet, enjoy the pool and stick close to home, this is the place.
Owner's Response: Serenity, tranquility and adventure are all part of this Costa Rican experience. This luxurious condo is located within the Sanctuary Resort and Spa property....it is private, quiet and serene. Costa Rica is an adventure; many roads are unpaved which is part of the experience. We enjoy the privacy of the condo pool as well as the waters of the Pacific on each of our visits. Both are safe and welcoming to the average visitor and offer opportunities for relaxing and viewing magnificent sunsets.
The surrounding villages (within 15 minutes or so of the resort) offer a variety of restaurants and activities that we also enjoy when we visit this natural environment.
Tours are available through the reception desk, and there is a guest book with activities in the condo should you chose to explore on your own. Additionally, there is a tour operator on-site who offers fishing, diving, turtle viewing and many other excursions.
Being between Costa Rican jungle and the Pacific makes this resort a mecca for howler monkeys, iguanas and other native wildlife.
Truly a one-of-a-kind experience that is not to be missed!
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