AZUL Beach Hotel, by Karisma

AZUL Beach Hotel is located in the beautiful “Bahia Petempich” in the Mayan Riviera.

Distance from Airport:

• Approximately 20-30 minutes from Cancun International Airport

Distance from Attractions:

• 25 miles south of Cancun
• 25 minutes from Playa del Carmen

Distance from Beach: Located on the beach

Distance from Downtown:

• 25 minutes from Playa del Carmen
• 25-30 minutes from downtown Cancun

Local Transportation Options: shuttle vans, taxi
Parking: Free valet and self-park

Hotel rating: 5 (Luxury)
Number of rooms: 97

Room category descriptions:

• SSV - Super Saver
  Run of house with garden or partial ocean views.
  Occupancy: 2 adults / 2 total
  Bedding: 1 king bed, subject to availability at check-in
  
• SP - Superior
  Run of house with garden or partial ocean views.
  Occupancy: 2 adults / 2 total
  Bedding: 1 king bed, subject to availability at time of check-in
  
• DO - Deluxe
  Run of house with garden or partial ocean views.
  Occupancy: 3 adults / 4 total
  Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds, subject to availability at time of check-in
  
• AZS - AZUL Suite
  The AZUL Suite is the epitome of elegance, luxury, and romance. Guests will be able to relax and indulge in this 630 square foot suite designed in a stylish contemporary decor featuring partial ocean views. It is equipped with air conditioning, 42" plasma screen satellite TV, sofa, daily stocked mini bar with water, beer, and soft drinks, coffee/tea maker, DVD player, direct dial telephone, breakfast area, private sitting area with a Jacuzzi and a balcony facing the Caribbean Sea. Choose your favorites from the aromatherapy and pillow menus. Also enjoy the 190 square foot mosaic tile bathroom with private toilet, double sink, special rain shower, and wood closets.
  Occupancy: 2 adults/2 total
  Bedding: 1 king canopied bed and sofa sleeper
  

Room Details:

• Adjoining Rooms: Yes, upon request, subject to availability
• Air Conditioning: Yes and ceiling fans
• Bathroom Amenities: private shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, bidet
• Balcony / Patio: Yes, balcony or terrace

• Cribs: Yes
• Internet Access: Yes, fees may apply
• Iron / Ironing Board: Yes
• Kitchen Facilities: No, but mini-bar is restocked daily
• Non-Smoking Rooms: Yes, subject to availability
• Rollaway Beds: No
• Safe Deposit Boxes: Yes, complimentary in-room safe
• Smoke Alarm / Sprinklers: Yes/No
• Telephone: Yes
• Television / Radio: Plasma TV / Radio alarm clock / DVD player
  

Hotel Details:

• Babysitting Service: Yes, additional charges apply
• Check-in / Check-out: 3:00pm / 12:00pm
• Child Ages: SP rooms, One Child 2 years of age and under stay free (No other children in room); DO rooms, Children 2 years of age and under stay free and children 3-12 years of age pay child rate.
• Concierge: Yes
• Courtesy room / Day Room: Yes, upon request
• Housekeeping Service: Daily
• Luggage Check / Storage: Yes
• Luggage Porter / Bellhop: Yes
• Number of Floors / Elevators: Each building has 2 floors, no elevators
• Other Guest Services: baby amenities, wedding services, coffee/tea maker in the room, beach butler service, welcome sparkling wine upon arrival, DVD rental from front desk.

Handicapped rooms: No
Preconfirmed handicapped rooms: No
TDD rooms: No
Wheelchair accessible: No
Wheelchairs available at hotel: No
Handrails in bathroom: No
Roll-in showers: No
Bars in shower/chair: No
Shower lift: No
Alert Plus - audio/visual alert system: No
Smoke detectors with flashing light: Yes
Lamps that flash on/off if phone rings: No
Shake alarms/pillows: No
Closed-captioned TV: No
Braille: No
Seeing eye dogs allowed: No

Dining Facilities:

• BLUE Restaurant - A la carte breakfast and lunch in a friendly atmosphere. Here you'’ll experience “food for all and all for fo.d A la carte international breakfast, Mexican dishes, fresh seasonal fruits, steak and eggs among many other preparations. Family-style lunches are abundant with soups, pasta, salads, gourmet sandwiches and daily changing specialties. Unlimited dining with several complete menus including chefs choice, lobster, vegetarian, South Beach diet, and low fat/low carb menus are available in addition to the daily changing international theme menu including fine pasta dishes, juicy steaks, ocean fresh seafood prepared according to the finest Mexican, Italian, fusion, Thai, Spanish and French cuisine. One of the highlights of your dinner will be the fine selection in international cheeses, delicious desserts, coffees, and digestives.
• BLUE Terrace -– A la carte dinner. Enjoy a wide selection of ocean fresh seafood and tender cuts of meat among other mouthwatering creations served hot off the grill each evening on this thatch roofed terrace.
• CHILL Restaurant -– A la carte lunh and dinner serving Mexican and Caribbean food.
• Tainan Restaurant -– A la carte dinner. Tainan is the name of the ancient capital of Taiwan, renown for its splendid food, taste and exotic creativity. Because of the culinary culture worldwide, the food of Tainan not only brings unlimited experiences but also offers opportunities to satisfy the palate with spectacular Asian-inspired cuisine served in generous portions. Among the dishes served include sushi, sashimi, rice noodles, pot stickers, dumplings and succulent main courses prepared using the finest authentic ingredients.
• Room Service:– Yes, 24 hours. The menu includes a range of dishes featuring children's and adult's all-time favorites. Popcorn service is available.

Cocktail Lounges or Bars:

• La Mancha Energy Bar - “The spot on the corner” is the laid back Caribbean Café, serving exotic fruit juices, jungle fruit smoothies, iced teas, espresso, cappuccino, delightful Caribbean sandwiches, brownies, jumbo cookies and ice cream.

• Agavero Tequila Lounge - Get a real taste of Mexico in this unique and spectacular Tequila lounge where modern designs are combined with classic furniture of the Panco Villa era, including a replica of a 19th century Tequila bar. Over 30 different Tequilas, Añejo, Reposado and Blanco are served straight, frozen or mixed into the most amazing margaritas from the traditional lime margarita to banana, or raspberry, to name a few! Keep your drink cool on the bars unbelievable frozen bar top! Enjoy your drinks while playing table games with friends or simply listen to cool music and hang out with friends.
• Aquanox Bar - Exciting tropical drinks are prepared to your taste in this thatched-roof lounge and swim up bar. At night, kick back and enjoy the nightly entertainment or live music while sipping your favorite drink and lounging in one of the famous hanging beds with unforgettable views of the Caribbean Sea.

Entertainment:

• Nightly entertainment includes a variety of theme nights. Enjoy activities such as a Mexican show, Tequila tasting, movie trivia, ventriloquist, casino night, salsa dancing lessons, karaoke and more! All nightly entertainment is subject to change. Check with the hotel upon arrival for an up-to-date schedule.

Pool: Yes
Whirlpool: No
Beach: Located on a beautiful stretch of beach

Enjoy the hotels beach butlers offering the ultimate in service and sun bathing convenience, including soft towel service, refreshment deliveries, tanning products, and mineral water vaporizers. Beach cabanas offer magnificent views of the Mexican-Caribbean Sea. Each cabana is outfitted with a king-size, four-poster bed that features retractable drapes and oversized pillows all perfect for days of private sun bathing and intimate star gazing at night.

Watersports: Yes, non-motorized watersports: kayaks, snorkel gear, Hobie cat,
boogie boards
Spa: Massages available on the beach
Fitness Center: Yes
Golf: Nearby
Tennis: No
Shopping: Gift shop

Full all-inclusive plan rating includes:

• Accommodations
• All local and selected international premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks and juices
• All meals and specialty snacks
• Personalized champagne check-in
• Beach butler service
• Daily and nightly activity program
• Children activity center (4-12 years of age) 9:00am-5:00pm
• Non-motorized water sports: kayaks, snorkel gear, Hobie cat, boogie boards
• Scuba diving clinics in the pool
• Spanish, yoga, aqua aerobics, dance, cooking and Tequlia tasting classes
• Fitness center
• Special nightly entertainment: shows and live music
• Beach parties
• Concierge and vacation planner services
• 3 full serivce swimming pools
• All taxes and gratuities

• Minimum check-in age: Must have at least one 18 year old (per room) to check in.
• Credit card deposit required upon check in: Yes
• Minimum 2-night stay
• Springbreak students are not allowed

• Year built: 2004

  Update: June 28, 2010 - Beginning July 2010 the Superior section of the hotel will be closed off for remodeling. The following will occur:

• Superior room type will be closed and completely refurnished
• Kids club will be relocated to the Deluxe section of the resort
• Chill restaurant will be closed. Chill menu and services will be offered at Blue Restaurant on the patio
• North pool will be closed

  Project is expected to be completed by May 2011

• Babies and children essentials available
• Beach butlers, the ultimate in service and sun bathing convenience. Soft towel serivce, refreshment deliveries, tanning products and mineral water vaporizers
• Cabanas, located on the beach, offer magnificent views of the Mexican Caribbean Sea. Each cabana is outfitted with king-size four-poster beds that feature retractable drapes, oversized pillows - all perfect for days of private sun bathing and intimate star-gazing nights.
• Free Honeymoon & Wedding Anniversary Packages

• Great for those desiring personalized service in an intimate setting that offers upscale food and beverages.

• Small, intimate property
• Great for upscale couples, honeymooners, weddings, families looking for a relaxing vacation with personalized service.

• Child Ages: SP rooms, One child 2 years of age and under stay free (No other children in room). DO rooms, Children 2 years of age and under stay free and children 3-12 years of age pay child rate.
• Children’s Activity Program: Yes, for children 4-12 years of age
• Babysitting Service: Yes, additional charges apply.
• Children’s Amenities: strollers, cribs, baby milk heaters, bottle sterilizers, baby stepping stool, baby bath, beach games, coloring books, refrigerators for milk and medicines.

Available only through the Luxury program.

Guests purchasing a package through the Luxury program enjoy the following special privileges at AZUL Beach Hotel:

• Beach butlers
• Cold towels and beverage upon arrival
• Twice daily housekeeping
• Nightly turn down service and nightly petit four
• In room bar service
• 24 hour room service
• 24 hour video rental
• Beachside cabanas
• Gourmet Inclusive experience
• $50 resort credit for stays of 3-6 nights or $100 resort credit for stays of 7 nights or more

Available only through the Romance program



Honeymoon couples receive the following:

• Private romantic candlelight dinner on the beach
• Bottle of domestic champagne
• 30-minute couples massage lesson
• Guaranteed king-size bed
• Special in-room towel arrangement daily
• Use of bathrobes during stay
• Effective for travel 12/23/09 - 12/22/10 - $50 resort credit for 3-6 night stay, $100 resort credit on 7 nights stay or more.

Restrictions apply including:

• Applicable room categories: Deluxe room only
• 3-night minimum stay required
• Honeymoon couple must present proof of marriage within 30 days of travel date. Wedding certificate or marriage license will qualify.
• Services are valid per room per stay unless otherwise noted
• Services are subject to change or substitution based on availability at the discretion of the hotel
• No cash value for unused services

Available only through the Romance program

The following wedding packages are available for purchase by guests staying at AZUL Beach, by Karisma in Riviera Maya:

Highlights of the Gold Wedding Package include:

• Filing of all documents
• Services of a Justice of the Peace or non-denominational Minister
• Professional services of an onsite wedding coordinator
• Decoration of wedding location including aisle runner, chairs for 12 people, and table with white linens
• Romantically decorated suite on wedding night
• Fresh floral bridal bouquet
• Professional wedding photographer and 36 color picture package plus negatives
• Handmade wedding album
• And more

Highlights of the Silver Wedding Package include:

• Filing of all the documents
• Services of a Justice of Peace or Non-Denominational Minister
• Professional services of an on-site wedding coordinator
• Decoration of wedding location including aisle runner, chairs for 12 people, and table with white linens
• Romantically decorated suite on wedding night
• Fresh floral bridal bouquet
• And more

Highlights of the Pearl Wedding Package include:

• Filing of all documents
• Services of a Justice of the Peace or non-denominational Minister
• Professional services of an onsite wedding coordinator
• Mexican or souvenir wedding certificate
• Translation of ceremony
• Wedding ceremony location including wooden plank aisle runner, table with white linens and chairs for 12 people
• And more

Plus amenities of the complimentary honeymoon and wedding package which includes private romantic candlelight dinner on the beach for the couple, chilled bottle of domestic champagne delivered to room upon arrival, couples 20-minute massage on the beach, guaranteed king-size bed, and special in-room towel arrangement daily. For complete details see the Wedding Package information listed under the ‘Activities+More’ tab in the Destination section of our web site for this destination.

Restrictions and conditions may apply. Specific documents are required to get married in Mexico. Details on how to confirm the date, time, and location for your wedding package will be provided to you by a Romance travel specialist after your reservation is confirmed with deposit or final payment.