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Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

5.0 star property
Luxury resort with 10 outdoor pools and a full-service spa

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Restaurant
Bar (on property)
10 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
10 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offers a perfect tropical getaway by the ocean. Enjoy drinks at the beach bar or deep-tissue massages at the spa. The property features multiple outdoor pools, a children's pool, and private cabanas for all-day relaxation.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Room service

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Ocean View 1 King Room

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Ocean 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite - Plunge Pool

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Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony

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  • 2 Queen Beds

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Presidential 2 Bedroom Private Villa - Pool

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Presidential 4 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

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  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

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Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Bahia View 2 Queens Room

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Ocean View 2 Queens Room

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Bahia View 2 Queens Room- Plunge Pool

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedrm Villa - Plunge Pool

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Premium bedding
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Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Local meal delivery service
Minibar
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View 2 Queens Room - Plunge Pool

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Bahia View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

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Bathrobes
Electric kettle
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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Family 3 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

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  • Sleeps 10
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Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

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  • Sleeps 3
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Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa

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  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

What's nearby

  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa Penca - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 8 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Coco Beach - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Ocotal Beach - 16 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Java - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zi Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Donde Claudio y Gloria - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tico Tica - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Guayoyo - ‬11 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. Adventurous travelers may like the snorkeling, hiking/biking, and Pilates at this resort. Indulge in a body treatment, a detox wrap, and a hot stone massage at Waldorf Astoria Spa, the onsite spa. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include kayaking. 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 a nature reserve
  • A gift shop, meeting rooms, and a water dispenser
Room features
All 188 rooms include comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks like free WiFi and laptop-compatible safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Blackout drapes/curtains, turndown services, and slippers
  • Children's slippers, electric kettles, and electrical adapters/chargers

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
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Slippers

Food and drink

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

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is 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 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 at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

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?

This family-friendly Sardinal resort is located on the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Playa Penca, Playa Bermúdez, and Playa Calzón de Pobre. Playa Pedregosa is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

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Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Reviews

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Amenities

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Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

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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

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