Before Arriving to Cristal Azul, Zene (owner along with Henner) was in contact regarding tips on transportation, activities and lots of amazing tips.
When we arrived, Zene was on site to greet us and immediately made us feel at home.
What a STUNNING View! Upon arrival to the property, you see the Rancho, your outdoor living room for the duration of your stay. From the Rancho, looking down, you see a beautiful, inviting infinity pool and over the edge you see the ocean.
There are 4 cabinas on the resort. Each holds one room with one queen bed, (there is one with a set of bunk beds and a queen bed) my kids had air mattresses on the floor. The bathroom has a large counter, open shelves and open closet and safe. Then there was the outdoor shower with lovely scented organic soaps and shampoos provided. Everything is well maintained, clean and comfortable.
The bar in the Rancho is well stocked with beer, sodas and fresh juice. A delicious breakfast is served every morning. Rice and beans, fried egg, fried plantain and bacon, or French Toast. A HUGE platter of fresh fruit is also served with coffee and fresh juice every morning. You are on your own for lunch and dinner, although you can hire chef to cook a special meal, or order dinner from Locos Cocos (Zene and Henners café on the beach below) and have Henner bring it up when he closes up the café around 7:30-8pm. We did both and the chef meal was incredible and food from Locos Cocos was always fresh and delicious.
Days were filled with activities, restaurants, beaches, all recommended by Zene and Henner. At night, Zene, Henner and their 5 adorable dogs would come and we sat in the Rancho, playing pool, board games with the kids.
One of my favorite parts of staying at Cristal Azul was hanging out in the Rancho, staying up late trading stories of our lives and travels with Zene and Henner. It felt like we were staying with friends, it was so relaxing, comfortable and easy. My kids and I had a great time, Zene and Henner are incredible hosts, and we look forward to returning in the near future!