Let’s start by saying that the staff at the 2 restaurants were delightful, engaging and hospitable. Our room was lovely- if a bit rustic- but had a gorgeous view. The shower is cool, bed was comfy, perfect pillows. Lots of fresh water provided. Only bummer was the thatched roof leaked (kind of significantly) during a particularly strong rainstorm.
Now for the rest: we came in the offseason- and it was VERY apparent. Hotel ran out of clean beach towels, food prices were exorbitant (walk down the beach to the more elevated hotel, Amansala, and pay 1/2 the price), had a significant credit for drinks but there were so many restrictions we had virtually no choices, concierge was not to be found, reception was rarely onsite with spotty communication- you get the picture.
The most egregious factor, though, was the rooftop “pavilion”. Though the view is amazing- it is clear that it has been abandoned for years. Broken chairs, janky ladder to (amazing) infinity pool, general disrepair.
All told, the Hotelito Azul is a little gem. The vegetation is incredible, the vibe is on point, and it feels rustic, yet inviting. But they need to step it up in order to compete with the plethora of choices on this beach alone that offer updated accommodations and amenities. Or at least deliver what they promised.