Marriott International has announced a partnership with Solana PA to introduce the St. Regis Hotels & Resorts brand to Costa Rica.
The St. Regis Papagayo is expected to commence development in July of this year and aims to open its doors in early 2027.
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The upcoming resort, set to span 20 hectares on the Gulf of Papagayo in the Guanacaste region, will offer 120 hotel rooms and 143 residential units.
The design is influenced by local culture and the ocean, aiming to provide luxury experiences for both guests and residents.
The St. Regis Papagayo is planned to feature six dining venues, including Casa Club for casual gourmet dining, The Cliff with Japanese and Costa Rican fusion, a Beach Club & Grill, and the signature St. Regis Bar & Speakeasy.
Additional amenities will include the St. Regis Library, multiple swimming pools, a spa, a beach club, as well as 7,750ft2 of indoor and 2,475ft2 of outdoor event space.
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By GlobalDataLocated strategically between Panama Bay and Culebra Bay, just a 25-minute drive from Liberia International Airport, the resort will feature 634 linear yards of beachfront, offering guests views of the Gulf of Papagayo.
The project emerges at a time when Costa Rica is experiencing a surge in demand for luxury travel experiences. The renowned Mexican architecture firm Sordo Madaleno has been tasked with bringing this vision to life, alongside several other luxury resort projects for Marriott.
Gensler Mexico City is the principal interior design firm for the project, with Maat Handasa spearheading landscape architecture. TalentChef will provide food and beverage consultancy, while Ana Ramirez of Ancestral Handmade Hotels is selected as the wellness consultant.
Real estate investment banking firm GFG Securities advised Solana PA on the St. Regis agreements and the project’s financing.
The St. Regis brand already boasts six landmark hotels and resorts in the CALA region, and the St. Regis Papagayo is set to mark a significant step in Marriott’s luxury expansion in Costa Rica.
Marriott International Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) Development vice president Uriel Burak said: “This extraordinary development underscores our continued commitment to expanding our luxury portfolio in key destinations across the Caribbean and Central America.”
“Costa Rica continues to experience growing demand for high-end travel and residential offerings, and we are proud to work with Solana PA, S.R.L. to bring the first St. Regis hotel and residences to Costa Rica.”
Solana partner Alberto Halabe said: “We are honoured to bring the iconic St. Regis brand to Costa Rica and to create a landmark destination in one of the most exceptional oceanfront settings in the region.”
“This project reflects our deep appreciation for Costa Rica’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship. Together with Marriott International, we look forward to delivering a resort and residential experience that embodies the spirit of Pura Vida through the unmatched elegance and service of St. Regis.”
Marriott International has also recently signed an agreement to extend the St. Regis brand to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
