Hotel Playa Azul sits on Carretera a San Juan at about kilometre 4, on its own stretch of beach in the north hotel zone. Expedia describes about fifty rooms across several types, from standard and deluxe rooms to junior, superior and grand suites, with generous sizes and all with air conditioning, free WiFi and safes. The beach has sun loungers, towels and umbrellas, and snorkeling and water-sports equipment are available. There are an outdoor pool and a children's pool, two restaurants and a few bars, a spa that opens on select days, and a garden, library and game room. A free buffet breakfast is served each morning, and free self parking is included. It is about seven minutes by car from the airport and around twenty minutes from Chankanaab.
Location and getting around: the hotel is a few minutes from Playa San Juan and a short drive from town, so you will need taxis or a rental car for dinner outside the hotel. The north zone is calm, with a relaxed atmosphere, and the hotel is a base for divers, families and travelers who prefer a laid-back beach to a big resort. The shore is rocky in places, so water shoes help, and the snorkeling from the beach is simple.
The rooms and facilities: rooms are large for the price, with the top suites over nine hundred square feet, so groups and families gain room to spread out. The property has no elevators, and upper floors are reached by stairs, which matters for guests with mobility needs. Pets are not allowed, and cribs and rollaway beds are not available, so families with babies should check before booking.
Good to know: Expedia gives the spa as open on select days and requiring reservations, and buffet breakfast runs for a few hours each morning. It is a good choice for mid-range travelers who want a beach and plenty of space, and a good reminder that Cozumel is as much about the water as the lodging. Check current renovation and facility status with the hotel before you book, and combine a stay with the Palancar snorkel trip, the Punta Sur reserve and the San Gervasio ruins.
Why stay here
- ✓Private beach
- ✓Outdoor pool and children pool
- ✓Two restaurants and bars
- ✓Free buffet breakfast
- ✓Savia Spa on select days
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Large rooms and suites
- ✓Snorkeling equipment on the beach
Good questions
Is there a beach at Playa Azul?+
Yes, it has a private beach with loungers, towels and umbrellas, plus snorkeling and water-sports gear.
Is breakfast included?+
A free buffet breakfast is served daily according to Expedia, usually for a few hours in the morning.
Are there elevators or cribs?+
No, the property has no elevators, and cribs and rollaway beds are not available, so check with the hotel if you need them.
