Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Luxury beachfront resort with spa, near Coco Beach

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Tucked away in a tropical haven, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offers an oceanfront escape. Experience the ultimate relaxation at the beach bar or rejuvenate with a deep-tissue massage at the onsite spa. With multiple outdoor pools, including a children's pool and cabanas, you'll find endless fun in this luxury hotel by the sea.
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and beach bar
  • Full-service spa
  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Breakfast available
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised childcare
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
$1,512 nightly
$1,709 total
May 1 - May 2
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Beach bliss
Crystal waters lap against white sands at this beachfront resort. The bay beckons for snorkeling, paddleboarding, or kayaking adventures from the beach bar.
Wellness sanctuary
The full-service spa offers daily treatments, including hot stone massages and aromatherapy. A sauna, hot tub, and garden create serene spaces for rejuvenation.
Mountain-bay vistas
Escape to this luxury resort between bay and mountains with beach access. Nature reserve views complement the tranquil garden setting.

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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1 King Bed Mobility/Hear Access Roll In Shwr | View from room

1 King Bed Mobility/Hear Access Roll In Shwr

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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2 Qn Ocean Mobility/Hearing Access RI Shower | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

2 Qn Ocean Mobility/Hearing Access RI Shower

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Ocean 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite - Plunge Pool | Bathroom shower
Ocean 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite - Plunge Pool | View from room
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony | Bathroom shower
Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony | View from room
Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony | Living area | Toys

Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Ocean View 1 King Room | Living area | Toys

Ocean View 1 King Room

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Bahia View 1 King Room

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Bahia View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool | Living area | Toys
Bahia View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool | View from room

Bahia View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool | Living area | Toys
Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool | View from room
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Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool | Living area | Toys

Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Family 3 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

  • Ocean view
  • 1959 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Twin Beds
Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa | Bathroom | Slippers
Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa | Living area | Toys
Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa | Living area | Toys
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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View 2 Queens Room

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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Bahia View 2 Queens Room | View from room
Bahia View 2 Queens Room | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bahia View 2 Queens Room

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bahia View 2 Queens Room- Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
View from room
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
View from room
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Ocean View 2 Queens Room - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Slippers
View from room
Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedrm Villa - Plunge Pool | Living area | Toys
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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedrm Villa - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Bay view
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite | View from room
View from room

Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Bay view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
Slippers
Toys
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
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Presidential 2 Bedroom Private Villa - Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 1475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
Presidential 4 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools | Executive lounge
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Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
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Presidential 4 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

  • Ocean view
  • 1959 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed
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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Family 2 Bedroom Villa - Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
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Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedrm Suite- Plunge Pool | Living area | Toys

Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedrm Suite- Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
1 King 1 Bedroom Villa - Pool | Bathroom | Slippers
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
1 King 1 Bedroom Villa - Pool | Living area | Toys

1 King 1 Bedroom Villa - Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
km 3 Ruta Nacional 159, Playa Penca, Sardinal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Bermúdez - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Playa Penca - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Coco Beach - 10 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 35 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪soda mediterranea - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sabor a México - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Soda Teresita - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pacifico Beach Club - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

At Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique, you can spend time at the beach sipping drinks, plus you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Playa Hermosa. 10 outdoor pools provide fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat and cold drinks are served at the pool bar. This luxurious resort also features a free kid's club, a 24-hour fitness center, and a children's pool.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 188 units

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting*
    • Free supervised childcare
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 75 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite valet parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Beach bar
  • Poolside bar
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Children's games
  • Toys
  • Paddleboard on site

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Cave exploring nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Ziplining nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Working away

  • 5 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (4980 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Paddleboard on site
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 2024
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 36
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 65-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Children's slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Meal delivery service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

Waldorf Astoria Spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Service fee: 12 percent

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately CRC 35 to 45 for adults, and CRC 18 to 23 for children

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CRC 130500 per accommodation, per stay

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool open 24-hours
  • Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: American Express

Also known as

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Resort
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Sardinal
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Resort Sardinal

Frequently asked questions

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, there are 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

Are pets allowed at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 75 lbs per pet. There's a charge of CRC 130500 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, there's free valet parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

No, this resort doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, helicopter/airplane tours, and Pilates. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 10 outdoor swimming pools. Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique also has a 24-hour fitness center and spa services, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique like?

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is a short 1-minute walk from Playa Penca and 20 minutes' walk from Playa Calzón de Pobre.

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Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.8

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

New hotel
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great facility. Has so many pools.
Bioseh, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

It was very private. Clean. Pool was great. Employees were great. Food was good. Room was nice
MICHAEL S, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Beautiful resort and beach. The restaurant food for dinner had too many odd flavors placed together giving the entrees a terrible taste and increased richness. Very expensive food, not many options as well. The staff were amazing and very accommodating.
Celeste, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We went for our 10 year wedding anniversary. First time to Costa Rica. Could not have had a better experience. The campus was spotless and verdant. The staff were unfailingly helpful and accommodating. The concierge staff were excellent and thoughtful. The food was delicious. And the views were stunning. 10/10 recommend.
Christopher, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Overall the hotel is good, very new and clean. Not so private tho because the beach is public. the staff is friendly. But receptionists make you feel miserable and look down at you even if you stay in the best suite. This is someone unexpected in a 5 star property and especially in friendly Latin American country . Very disappointing won’t be back.
david, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Christine Shanan, 1-night trip