The Location

Punta Cacique,
Guanacaste Coast

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The Estate Homes are perched on the southwestern edge of Punta Cacique, a 600-acre master-planned community overlooking Costa Rica’s Gulf of Papagayo.

 

Anchored by Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, the peninsula features dramatic cliffs, tropical forest, and hidden beaches, offering the privacy of a coastal sanctuary within close reach of the experiences that draw travelers from around the world. Forthcoming amenities include a world-class Beach Club, Cliff Club, and Athletic Ranch Club.

punta cacique costa rica location map depicting points of interest such as playa calzon de pobre, the waldorf astoria, playa penca, the estate homes, the gulf of papagayo, playas del coco, playa hermosa and the liberia international airport
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Connected to Culture

To the north, Playa Hermosa offers calm Blue Flag waters perfect for swimming, sailing, and family beach days that end with fresh seafood at a beachfront restaurant. To the south, Playas del Coco hums with open-air cafes, weekend markets, family-run eateries, and neighbors gathering along the promenade at sunset.

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Steps from home is Punta Cacique’s Playa Penca, a calm, swimmable beach, where you can set out by boat to secluded surf breaks or glide across the gulf on a catamaran.

a waterfall in the costa rican rainforest on a warm summer day surrounded by low cloud formations

By land, Costa Rica’s legendary 
landscapes—volcanoes, cloud forests, and national parks—are close at hand, making adventure and exploration effortless.

The Region at a Glance

300+

Days of Sunshine

Home to Costa Rica’s sunniest region, averaging 82°F year-round

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Blue Zones

Areas celebrated for health & longevity, with up to 3x more centenarians than the global average

363,000

Protected Acres

One of the largest and most biodiverse protected zones in Central America

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National Parks & Refuges

Nearby preserves protect rare species and volcanic terrain

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Golf Courses

Within a 30-minute drive, access championship play, including two Audubon-certified courses

10,000+

Sabaneros

Guanacaste’s cowboy heritage lives on through ranching and rodeo

arial view of the calm turquoise waters and sandy, tropical shoreline of playa penca in costa rica

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Beaches

vibrant coral and sea life in shallow water near the shoreline with white waves breaking gently above

90%

Live Coral

View of rolling ocean waves breaking over a reef or sandbar, creating surf breaks under a clear sky above the water.

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Surf Breaks

Experiences

Sandy beach at Playa Hermosa with gentle waves washing onto shore, backed by distant hills and anchored colorful boats under a clear sky.

Playa Hermosa

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10 minutes

Wide cliffside shoreline at Playas del Coco with boats anchored in calm ocean water, ocean front buildings, palm trees, and clear blue sky above.

Playas del Coco

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19 minutes

vibrant green and pink coral in shallow water near the shoreline

Santa Elena Peninsula Coral Reef

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1 hour 58 minutes

la leona waterfall flowing into a crystal clear blue pool of water surrounded by a lush tropical forest

La Leona Waterfall

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1 hour 4 minutes

the rincon de vieja waterfall flowing into a clear blue pool of water surrounded by a lush tropical forest

Rincón de la Vieja

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1 hour 43 minutes

Ocean view of waves breaking over a surf break, with white foamy crests forming as water and surfers glide towards a sandy shoreline under a blue sky.

Witches Rock Surf Break

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1 hour 19 minutes

rocky, mountainous ocean coastline of santa rosa national park in costa rica

Santa Rosa National Park

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1 hour 26 minutes

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Getting Here

Just 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport, Punta Cacique is one of the most accessible luxury destinations in Central America. Daily nonstop flights arrive from major North American hubs, including Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, Miami, New York, Atlanta, Toronto, and Mexico City, as well as seasonal routes from Chicago, Denver, San Francisco, Montreal, and Madrid.

Aerial view of the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica hotel built on a green cliff overlooking the Gulf of Papagayo, showing terraced buildings, pools, and pathways with the deep blue sea in the background

As Costa Rica’s first Waldorf Astoria, the hotel and residences bring a global vision for luxury hospitality to the shores of Punta Cacique.

Together, they create an unparalleled opportunity to experience coastal living rooted in connection, well-being, and natural beauty.

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First Residences Completed in FEBRUARY 2026

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