Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

We had a simply wonderful stay at the Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique! The breakfast every morning had the most delicious fruit, yogurt and pastries along with the best omelets and toast. Make sure to ask for the daily juice choices. The watermelon juice was so tasty! If you are lucky enough to have Adrian or Gloriana as your server you are in great hands. Such attentive service! The pool service was perfect! The fish tacos and guacamole were our favorites. Make sure to stop into the Peacock Bar for a drink with Daniel. The rooms are well designed and the beds are so comfortable. Daily water and ice delivery was much appreciated! Lots of stairs on this property so no worries about having dessert! Gorgeous property and the water temp at the beach was so refreshing! We also had a daily show with a family of five howler moneys and saw some tiny crabs at the beach and a massive iguana. Great times and better memories. Can’t wait to return!

We had a wonderful vacation in Costa Rica and stayed at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique. From the very first moment, the staff made us feel welcome with their kindness and great service. The property is absolutely stunning, with incredible views and very clean, well-maintained facilities. Our room was spacious and comfortable, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. During our stay, my husband and I also booked a few tours with NextTripcr.com a local company. Everything was smooth and very well organized. We enjoyed a catamaran tour, the Rio Celeste waterfall in the rainforest, and a sloth watching tour—each experience was amazing. Thank you to all the staff for making our stay so special. We hope to return to Costa Rica soon and would definitely love to stay here again!

Just checked out of the Waldorf Punta Cacique and WOWOWOW. From the moment we checked in, everything has been incredible and even before then. The Concierge was very responsive to all my emails and helped me coordinate all of my dinner reservations and gave me the best recommendations. Upon check-in, as a gold member and as a birthday gift, I was upgraded to the jaw dropping one bedroom, Oceanview King suite with a plunge pool! It was one of the most stunning views and rooms I have ever seen. We were greeted by Yandra, the concierge, right after check in and she was wonderful! She helped us with our every request and even when we were jet skiing, she watched our one year-old son on the beach while he napped so we could jet ski little bit with our toddler. On the last day she gifted both our boys a farewell gift and it was truly an unforgettable memory! After check in, we were escorted by Vernor on a golf cart who gave us a tour of the grounds and then escorted us to our room. He was such a kind and wonderful person and always greeted us with a smile every time we saw him. He was so helpful and also provided recommendations. We then went to lunch at Tico Tika and had the best empanas we have ever had and drinks! Alvaro was our waiter and was so attentive and great with our kids and their needs. The pools were all great and my kids loved the splash pad and water slides. It was a perfect setting as I got to enjoy cocktails and soak in the sun while they played in a safe area. There are life guards on duty too which also add an extra layer of tranquility. Yocsan helped wait on us at the pool and yet another incredible human that was always so helpful and kind! He helped us find an umbrella when all of them were taken and treated us like family. Breakfast at Tico Tika was exceptional every morning and David and Alvaro were truly the best in every way and so attentive. We had dinner at La Finca on my birthday and it was so so special! Roy was our waiter and he was so kind towards our kids and helped them with everything they needed! He also helped us select the most incredible wine that paired perfectly with our meal. He brought a stand for my purse and brought things to entertain my kids. Over all, the whole experience was beyond 5 stars and shinned well above some other luxury hotels we have been to before. The beach was also stunning and we had the best time enjoying the jet skiing. The water was clear and the temperature was so nice and refreshing. I am already dreaming of my next trip back to this incredible resort!

This resort location is AMAZING!!! The lay out of the resort is large enough so you feel the nature and peacefulness. Lots to do for everyone in the family child care, teenager room with lots of activities like pool table, kid pool, adult pool and even a lap pool. The beach is perfect with access to snorkeling, jet skis, kayaks, surfing and boats pick you up right at the resort beach. The spa is one of the best I have been in. All of our meals in the restaurants were terrific as was the service! The resort is only ten minutes from Coco beach. Also very close to many excursions like zip lining and horseback riding. The rooms exceeded our expectations! We will definitely be back!

First of all, the resort, views, and location are stunning. I’ve never experienced a property so intentionally architected into a mountain landscape. Waking up each morning to the sun rising over the bay felt like a true escape. At the time of our visit, this resort was brand new (1 year old in April). Every area of the resort was pristine and the Waldorf quality you’d expect. I loved the ample soaking tub positioned on our balcony, where I enjoyed a warm bath under a full moon on our first evening there. The double head rain shower overlooking the water was another wonderful touch. Ambient lighting, multiple closets, plush Waldorf robes, and high end coffee amenities made the room feel like home. As you’d expect with a resort situated within a mountain, there is a lot of elevation to manage. We stayed at one of the highest buildings, so making our way anywhere else on the resort grounds was a bit of a task. Golf carts were available, but we often chose to walk rather than wait. Enjoy the steps and the lovely views along the way, but be prepared. The standout from our stay was the service we received from our bartenders, who later became friends. Emilio and Alejandro at Vida and the beach bar were the warm, friendly faces we looked forward to seeing during our daily happy hours. They went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and comfortable, and shared the pura vida lifestyle with us. Thank you both!! We also genuinely enjoyed the complimentary meditation and stretching sessions hosted by Carlota in a pristine outdoor area near the spa. The yoga class was also a treat and came at a reasonable price. Carlota was kind, professional, and truly elevated the experience. Be sure to take advantage of these. As others have mentioned, food options are somewhat limited. The continental breakfast offered fewer selections than other Waldorf properties we’ve visited. That said, what we ordered was consistently high quality. I appreciated the extensive selection of elevated mocktails on the wellness menu. There are 10 pools on the property, each tucked into different levels of the landscape, some nestled within the trees. What a treat to see howler monkeys from the hot tub on our first day. We went on spring break, so it was naturally children galore. I’m not sure how this compares to the rest of the year, but if you don’t have children, keep in mind the adults only pool near the gym. The beach has softer sand than I’ve ever touched. The water is clear, blue, and so lovely. Don’t miss taking a dip or snorkeling. All in all, while there are areas still evolving, the setting, design, and standout service from a few individuals made this a 5-star experience for us. Pura Vida!