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Azul Beach Resort Negril by KarismavsDreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
Azul Beach Resort Negril by KarismaDreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
Quick Stats
7.4
Overall Score
8.3
4-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.6 (7,726)
Google Rating
4.4 (4,289)
From $127
Price / Night (pp)
Rates TBD
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
90 min
Airport Transfer
90 min
All Scores
9.2
Beach
8.3
6.9
Food
7.8
7.4
Service
8.2
6.6
Rooms
8.7
7.5
Pools
9.0
7.0
Value
7.8
7.8
Family
9.1
—
Romance
8.2
—
Remote work
8.0
Vibes
Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
Romance
Activities
Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
SpaWater sportsKids
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
SpaWater sportsKids
Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 90 min from MBJ
Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
- 3 pools
- 8 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- Swim-up suites
- 90 min from LIR
Pros — Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
- Excellent Seven Mile Beach setting.
- Broad included-feature list for families.
- Room service, minibar, Wi-Fi, gratuities and non-motorized watersports are included.
Pros — Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
- Excellent family amenities with kids and teens programming.
- Large suites with hot tubs on balconies or terraces.
- Strong pool complex and swim-up options.
- Scenic beach and jungle setting with wildlife sightings.
- Good fit for destination weddings and multi-generation trips.
Cons — Azul Beach Resort Negril by Karisma
- Recurring complaints about room condition and maintenance.
- Food consistency and restaurant availability can disappoint.
- Some reports of concierge or sales pressure.
Cons — Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica
- Remote location increases transfer time and limits off-property spontaneity.
- Food receives mixed reviews.
- Some guests report service or maintenance inconsistency.
- A full week can feel repetitive without excursions.