GUANACASTE, Costa Rica – June 23, 2026 –Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is pleased to announce the debut of eight new private resort residences designed for short or extended visits with the service and convenience of “The Greatest of Them All.” Offering a rare escape along one of Costa Rica’s most breathtaking coastlines, the new accommodations serve as secluded sanctuaries within the resort, designed with a distinct combination of residential-style living and personalized service synonymous with the Waldorf Astoria brand. Coupled with exclusive in-residence spa experiences and access to world-class amenities, guests are invited to become immersed in a soulful Guanacaste stay.
“With our property serving as a sophisticated coastal haven in the heart of Central America, the addition of the resort residences introduce a new expression of luxury that feels deeply personal and fosters an even more intense emotional bond with our surrounding sensory-rich natural environment,” said Nazaret Carbonari, general manager, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique. “The serenity and privacy of these accommodations provide guests with a dramatic hospitality experience designed to blend exquisite service, insider access, and stunning scenery together for the ultimate expression of coastal living.”
Ideal for small groups, multigenerational families, or couples seeking a more private escape, layouts range from one- to three-bedrooms and comfortably accommodate two to eight guests. Each residence is designed to highlight the resort’s striking architectural and natural surroundings, allowing guests to enjoy sweeping ridgelines and native landscaping from the serenity of their accommodation. Featuring indoor-outdoor living areas framed by floor-to-ceiling windows, spacious furnished balconies with private plunge pools, full kitchens, spa-inspired primary bathrooms, and interiors of natural materials and soothing earth tones, guests will enjoy a “home-away-from-home” aesthetic. Spaces are ideal for social gathering, whether it be for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, or celebratory dinners, all overlooking expansive ocean views.
Guests staying in these accommodations have access to a personal concierge who ensures their experience is seamless throughout their stay, from executing a private check-in process to coordinating off-property experiences, luxury transportation, and more. The resort residences also provide access to a dedicated rooftop pool on the structure’s top level with private service, where guests may indulge in exclusive drinks inspired by the Costa Rican sunset and light bites within the private rooftop bar area, while taking in the expansive views. Guests also enjoy priority access to resort amenities, including the multi-level pool, dedicated kids and teens clubs, and the 17,000 square foot state-of-the-art spa and fitness center.
An exclusive spa and wellness experience also awaits, where guests are able to book in-residence treatments, ranging from massages and body rituals to select beauty services, guided by the talented Waldorf Astoria Spa team, who create a curated ambiance complete with aromatherapy and a private spa table set-up within the residence. Private yoga sessions are also available, spanning Hatha and Vinyasa to Restorative yoga and guided meditation, which can be tailored to individuals, couples, or families. Guests seeking a deeper immersion can choose between three exclusive new specially crafted rituals, including:
- Residence Awakening Ritual: Inclusive of a full-body massage, botanical foot cleansing, sound therapy, and an energetic space-cleansing ceremony using sage, Palo Santo, and a ceremonial gong that is ideal for seasonal resets (120 min, USD $395).
- Residence Balance & Nervous System Ritual:This addresses stress, travel fatigue, and mental overload through breathwork, fascia-release massage, and singing bowl therapy, with a gentle energetic alignment of bedrooms and living spaces to promote rest (105 min, USD $345).
- Sacred Union Ritual:Guests are guided through side-by-side massages, aromatic compresses, synchronized sound immersion, and a full-space ceremonial cleansing, which is perfect for those seeking a shared connection over meaningful moments, including anniversaries, celebrations, or simply grounding together (120 min, USD $695 for two).
For additional information or to book your stay, please visit www.waldorfastoriacostarica.com
