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Luxury
5.0 star property
9.2

Wonderful

Beachfront sanctuary with ten pools

Ten sparkling outdoor pools create a tropical playground across the beachfront resort. Guests can kayak, paddleboard, or snorkel from the pristine shoreline. The full-service spa offers rejuvenating treatments while poolside and beach bars serve refreshing drinks.

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

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Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

1 King Bed Mobility/Hear Access Roll In Shwr

  • Bay view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Qn Ocean Mobility/Hearing Access RI Shower | Premium bedding, down comforters, minibar, in-room safe

2 Qn Ocean Mobility/Hearing Access RI Shower

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 1 King Room

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Shower, hydromassage showerhead, designer toiletries, hair dryer

Bahia View 1 King Room

  • Bay view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Bahia View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family 3 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

  • Ocean view
  • 182 sq m
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa | Living area | 65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, toys

Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 2 Queens Room

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bahia View 2 Queens Room

  • Bay view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bahia View 2 Queens Room- Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean View 2 Queens Room - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedrm Villa - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Bay view
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Bay view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, toys

Presidential 2 Bedroom Private Villa - Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 137 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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65-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, Netflix, toys

Presidential 4 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

  • Ocean view
  • 182 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

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Family 2 Bedroom Villa - Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedrm Suite- Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 King 1 Bedroom Villa - Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 91 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Sardinal, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is in the mountains and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Hermosa and Coco Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Rocio's Kitchen and Ericka's Fruit Stand. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and ziplining. Visit our Coco travel guide
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km 3 Ruta Nacional 159, Playa Penca, Sardinal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Hermosa
    Playa Hermosa
    11 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Coco Beach
    Coco Beach
    15 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre
    19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa Penca
    1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Playa Bermúdez
    1 min drive - 0.3 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pacifico Beach Club
    10 min drive
  • Coconutz Brewhouse
    12 min drive
  • Sabor a México
    10 min drive
  • Zi Lounge
    12 min drive
  • El Capricho Mexican Restaurant & Bar
    12 min drive

About this property

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

Luxury family-friendly resort near Coco Beach
You can look forward to a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a garden at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique. With a beachfront location, kayaking, and snorkeling, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a massage, reflexology, and a body scrub at Waldorf Astoria Spa, the onsite spa. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include hiking/biking. In addition to a playground and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with cabanas, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free valet parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, wedding services, and 5 meeting rooms
Room features
All 188 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Children's slippers and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and designer toiletries
  • 65-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and satellite channels
  • Balconies, electric kettles, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: CRC 35 to 45 for adults and CRC 18 to 23 for children
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • 24-hour gym
  • 24-hour pool access
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Helicopter/airplane tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Kayaking
  • Paddleboard
  • Pilates classes
  • Playground
  • Snorkeling
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • 10 outdoor pools
  • Baby toys
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Children's toys
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room crib
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 4,980 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • In the mountains
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 11 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (48 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • Built in 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 65-inch smart TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CRC 130500 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 75 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Service fee: 12 percent

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately CRC 35 to 45 for adults, and CRC 18 to 23 for children
  • Pet fee: CRC 130500 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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

We should mention

24-hour pool access
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have a pool?

Yes, this property has 10 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is available 24 hours a day.

Is Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique pet-friendly?

Yes, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 75 lbs per pet. There's a fee 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.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

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

What time is check-out at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal resort is within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Penca, Playa Bermúdez, and Playa Calzón de Pobre. Playa Pedregosa is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

10

Cleanliness

8.6

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, not far from airport, awesome service and a pleasant staff to be around.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bioseh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great facility. Has so many pools.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Yang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location! But apart from the location, the experience of the hotel doesn’t match the premium price it charges. We don’t recommend it and won’t go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yulia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel, territory, and the room was simply fantastic. The beach is well kept and amazing. The restaurants on site offered very tasty healthy quality food. Staff was superbly attentive and each time we came to eat remembered our names. Very personal service and complimentary beers in the room every day. Would definetly go again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very private. Clean. Pool was great. Employees were great. Food was good. Room was nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Celeste

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
New hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property, wonderful staff…my only gripe would be that there isn’t an adults only pool. When getting away from kids, it would be nice to have an adults only area with no kids allowed. All in all though, we loved it. Room was great, food was amazing, and service was top notch. We’ll still be back…possibly just with our kids next time instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

burton

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Christine Shanan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025