El Coco Properties

Waldorf Astoria Coming to Coco

March 2, 2023

This project features stunning oceanfront condominium residences and estate homes with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean. Situated on a dramatic cliffside peninsula in Guanacaste Province, this self-contained vertical village rivals Europe’s iconic cliffside resorts.

Playa Penca, a secluded beach perfect for swimming, water sports, and boating, is just steps away. You can also take a short drive to nearby towns for authentic Costa Rican culinary, cultural, and retail experiences.

waldorf astoria construction underway at playa penca

Construction is underway at Playa Penca for the Waldorf Astoria. Penca is an incredible calm and clear beach.

This property is a decade in the making, developed to set a new standard for barefoot luxury travel. It incorporates modern sustainability principles, local architectural influences, and authentic Costa Rican culture. The site plan prioritizes biophilic design, which means it integrates elements of the natural environment with organic materials, clean lines, and authentic ornamental details.

The project also features a sustainable site plan that preserves natural topography and native species, and high-efficiency heating, cooling, and wastewater systems.

There are 19 private oceanfront condominium residences and 22 oceanfront estate homes. The condominiums offer two or three bedrooms, with prices starting around $1.62 million for a two-bedroom unit and $2.72 million for a three-bedroom unit. The estate homes offer four or five bedrooms, with prices starting around $5.31 million for a four-bedroom unit and $6.37 million for a five-bedroom unit. All residences and estates are fully furnished, and owners have the option to include their property in the rental program.

Playa Penca before construction started, with Playa Hermosa off in the distance.

The Waldorf Astoria resort amenities include a beach club, spa, multiple restaurants, gym, movement studio, outdoor yoga area, and lap and thermal pools. The property also boasts an ecologically rich and dynamic tropical jungle environment with a variety of national parks, trails, caves, volcanoes, and waterfalls. There are miles of uninterrupted oceanfront with year-round access to water sports like swimming, paddleboarding, and boating. You can also explore a variety of Guanacaste area surf beaches suited to surfers of all ages and skill levels.

This project is an exciting addition to the area of Playas del Coco. It offers luxury living with a focus on sustainability and connection to the natural environment.

Punta Cacique with Playas del Coco in the distance.

Contact Us today for information about real estate oppportunities in Playas del Coco, Playa Hermosa and the surrounding area.

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