About awā Beachfront Hotel

awā Beachfront Hotel sits on the Caribbean side of Costa Rica, in the Punta Uva area of Limón province. It is a four-star, adults-only address, so the mood is unhurried. Mornings can start on a terrace or in the garden, and afternoons can be spent on a sun lounger with a beach umbrella overhead. With a guest rating of 9.5 from 271 reviews, it clearly leaves an impression on the people who stay.

The rooms and suites are the heart of the stay. Several have a private pool, including the King Room with Sea View and the King Room with Garden View, which has a plunge pool. Two King Room with Sea View categories add heated and salt water pools. Every room type has a terrace, air conditioning, a minibar, a coffee machine and a safety deposit box. Sizes run from compact garden-view doubles to a 1,087 sq ft King Room with Garden View, so couples can choose between a simple base and a private retreat.

Recovery is part of the appeal. The spa/wellness center and massage services give the days a slower rhythm, and the solarium and sun terrace are there for soaking up the tropical light. When you want to be more active, the hotel's tour desk can point you toward hiking, cycling, horse riding, snorkelling and fishing. Walking tours, bike tours and a tour or class on local culture round out the options for guests who want to get to know the area.

Evenings are easy. The hotel has a restaurant and a bar, plus a snack bar for lighter bites. Room service and breakfast in the room are available if you would rather stay on your terrace. The practical details are covered too: free WiFi, free private parking, a concierge, daily housekeeping and 24-hour security. Airport pick-up and drop-off are available, and the airport shuttle carries an additional charge.

Who it’s best for

Rooms & suites

awā Beachfront Hotel has eight room categories, and all of them sleep up to two guests. The most private are the pool rooms. The King Room with Sea View (two versions, 840 and 775 sq ft) comes with a private pool, heated and salt water, and a terrace. The King Room with Garden View is the largest at 1,087 sq ft, with a private plunge pool and a garden-facing terrace.

The Deluxe Suite (926 sq ft) has a separate living room and bedroom, garden views and a terrace. The Deluxe King Room (893 sq ft) is a spacious option with a terrace and a bathrobe. For a more compact stay, the Double Room with Sea View is 377 sq ft with a terrace, and the Double Room with Garden View is 280 sq ft. Upper-floor rooms in both of these categories are reached by stairs only.

The Double Room - Disability Access is 280 sq ft and entirely on the ground floor. Across the categories you will find air conditioning, a fan, a minibar, a refrigerator, a coffee machine and kettle, a hair dryer and a safety deposit box.

Dining

awā Beachfront Hotel has a restaurant, a bar and a snack bar, so you can choose between a full meal, an evening drink and a light bite. Wine and champagne are available, and special diet menus can be arranged on request. If you would rather stay in, room service and breakfast in the room are both available, and packed lunches can be prepared for days out exploring the coast.

Location

awā Beachfront Hotel is in Punta Uva, in Costa Rica's Limón province, and the hotel is on the beachfront. It belongs to the Puerto Viejo area on the Caribbean coast. The address is given in local style: 100 metres east and 50 metres north of Restaurante Selvin. That makes the hotel's concierge and tour desk useful for planning your arrival and your days out. Airport pick-up and drop-off can be arranged, and the airport shuttle carries an additional charge. Free private parking is available if you are driving, and car hire can also be arranged. Walking tours, bike tours, hiking, horse riding, snorkelling and fishing are all available, so the hotel works well as a base for the Caribbean coast.

Amenities

• Beachfront
• Adult Only
• Free Wi-Fi
• Free Private Parking
• Restaurant
• Bar
• Snack Bar
• Spa/wellness Center
• Massage Services
• Solarium
• Sun Terrace
• Sun Loungers or Beach Chairs
• Sun Umbrellas
• Garden
• Room Service
• Tour Desk

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