Costa Rica Gets Luxury Injection with First Waldorf Astoria

Punta Cacique, a luxury resort and residential development on a peninsula in Costa Rica’s Guanacaste province, has announced the grand opening of the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, the brand’s first property in the Central American nation. 

The opening marks the beginning of a multi-phase project that will introduce a series of resorts, residences, and wellness-driven amenities within the expansive 600-acre development.

Located just 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport and nestled between the beach towns of Playa Del Coco and Playa Hermosa, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offers guests and residents a blend of luxury and connection to local culture.

The property features 188 luxurious resort rooms (including 40 suites) and 40 private residences. Every guest room offers views of the Pacific Ocean and the spectacular coastline. 

Beyond the accommodations, guests can enjoy a multi-tiered pool, beachfront with cabanas and loungers, six distinct restaurants showcasing local ingredients, and a 17,000 square foot wellness sanctuary featuring a spa, gym, and movement studio. Dedicated kids’ and teen clubs provide offerings for younger travellers.

Revolution Places — the hospitality and real estate arm of Revolution LLC, a D.C.-based investment firm led by AOL co-founder, Steve Case — first purchased the land in 2006 and spent more than a decade searching for the right partners before teaming up with Waldorf Astoria.

“When you arrive at Punta Cacique, you know immediately that you are in a special place,” said Case, Chairman and CEO of Revolution Places. “The luxury and comfort level of the Waldorf, coupled with its track record of incredible service, made them the perfect partner to help unveil Punta Cacique.”

Neal Herman, President of Punta Cacique, says the new resort area will offer the best of both worlds to guests and residents who come to Costa Rica seeking immersive luxury in a Blue Zone setting. 

“This resort presents an opportunity to stay in a luxurious environment with unique amenities while also remaining deeply connected to the real Costa Rica. With easy access to nearby beach communities and beyond, Punta Cacique will serve as a basecamp, connecting guests and residents to exploration across the country.”

Brimming with wildlife, beaches, and rainforests, Costa Rica is world-renowned for its natural beauty. The destination has also emerged as a global leader in sustainability, thanks to its vast protected lands and strong commitment to sustainable travel.