Marriott International Signs Agreement to Debut St. Regis Hotels & Resorts Brand in Costa Rica
Marriott International (MAR) has signed an agreement with Solana PA to introduce the first St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Costa Rica. The new-build St. Regis Papagayo, set to open in early 2027, will be located in the Gulf of Papagayo, Guanacaste region. The development will feature 120 hotel rooms and 143 residential units across 20 hectares of land.
The resort will offer six culinary venues, multiple swimming pools, a spa, and extensive meeting spaces including 7,750 ft² indoor and 2,475 ft² outdoor areas. Located just 25 minutes from Liberia International Airport, the property will boast 634 linear yards of beachfront. The project will be designed by Mexican architecture firm Sordo Madaleno, with interior design by Gensler Mexico City.
Marriott International (MAR) ha firmato un accordo con Solana PA per introdurre i primi St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Costa Rica. Il nuovo St. Regis Papagayo, previsto per l'apertura all'inizio del 2027, sarà situato nel Golfo di Papagayo, nella regione di Guanacaste. Lo sviluppo comprenderà 120 camere d'hotel e 143 unità residenziali su un'area di 20 ettari.
Il resort offrirà sei ristoranti, diverse piscine, una spa e ampi spazi per eventi, inclusi 720 m² interni e 230 m² esterni. Situato a soli 25 minuti dall'aeroporto internazionale di Liberia, la struttura disporrà di 580 metri lineari di fronte mare. Il progetto sarà realizzato dallo studio di architettura messicano Sordo Madaleno, con il design degli interni a cura di Gensler Città del Messico.
Marriott International (MAR) ha firmado un acuerdo con Solana PA para introducir los primeros St. Regis Hotels & Resorts en Costa Rica. El nuevo St. Regis Papagayo, que abrirá a principios de 2027, estará ubicado en el Golfo de Papagayo, en la región de Guanacaste. El desarrollo contará con 120 habitaciones de hotel y 143 unidades residenciales en 20 hectáreas de terreno.
El resort ofrecerá seis opciones gastronómicas, múltiples piscinas, un spa y amplios espacios para reuniones, incluyendo 720 m² interiores y 230 m² exteriores. Situado a solo 25 minutos del Aeropuerto Internacional de Liberia, la propiedad tendrá 580 metros lineales de playa. El proyecto será diseñado por la firma mexicana de arquitectura Sordo Madaleno, con diseño interior a cargo de Gensler Ciudad de México.
Marriott International (MAR)은 Solana PA와 협약을 체결하여 코스타리카에 첫 St. Regis Hotels & Resorts를 선보입니다. 새로 지어질 St. Regis Papagayo는 2027년 초에 개장할 예정이며, 과나카스테 지역의 파파가요 만에 위치할 것입니다. 이 개발 프로젝트는 20헥타르 부지에 120개의 호텔 객실과 143개의 주거 유닛을 포함합니다.
리조트는 6개의 식음료 매장, 여러 개의 수영장, 스파, 그리고 720㎡의 실내 및 230㎡의 야외 공간을 포함한 넓은 회의 공간을 제공할 예정입니다. 리베리아 국제공항에서 단 25분 거리에 위치하며, 해변선은 580미터에 달합니다. 이 프로젝트는 멕시코 건축 회사 Sordo Madaleno가 설계하고, 인테리어는 멕시코시티의 Gensler가 담당합니다.
Marriott International (MAR) a signé un accord avec Solana PA pour introduire les premiers St. Regis Hotels & Resorts au Costa Rica. Le nouvel établissement St. Regis Papagayo, prévu pour une ouverture début 2027, sera situé dans le golfe de Papagayo, dans la région de Guanacaste. Le projet comprendra 120 chambres d'hôtel et 143 unités résidentielles sur un terrain de 20 hectares.
Le complexe proposera six restaurants, plusieurs piscines, un spa, ainsi que de vastes espaces de réunion, comprenant 720 m² en intérieur et 230 m² en extérieur. Situé à seulement 25 minutes de l'aéroport international de Liberia, l'établissement bénéficiera de 580 mètres linéaires de plage. Le projet sera conçu par le cabinet d'architecture mexicain Sordo Madaleno, avec une décoration intérieure réalisée par Gensler Mexico City.
Marriott International (MAR) hat eine Vereinbarung mit Solana PA unterzeichnet, um die ersten St. Regis Hotels & Resorts in Costa Rica einzuführen. Das neu zu errichtende St. Regis Papagayo, das Anfang 2027 eröffnen soll, wird im Golf von Papagayo in der Region Guanacaste liegen. Die Anlage umfasst 120 Hotelzimmer und 143 Wohneinheiten auf einem 20 Hektar großen Grundstück.
Das Resort wird sechs gastronomische Einrichtungen, mehrere Schwimmbecken, ein Spa sowie großzügige Veranstaltungsräume mit 720 m² Innen- und 230 m² Außenfläche bieten. Nur 25 Minuten vom internationalen Flughafen Liberia entfernt, verfügt die Anlage über 580 Meter Strandfront. Das Projekt wird vom mexikanischen Architekturbüro Sordo Madaleno entworfen, das Innendesign stammt von Gensler Mexico City.
- Strategic expansion into Costa Rica's growing luxury travel market
- Prime location with extensive beachfront access and proximity to international airport
- Comprehensive amenities including 6 dining venues, spa, and beach club
- Diversified revenue stream through both hotel rooms and residential units
- Long development timeline with opening not until 2027
- Significant capital investment required for large-scale luxury development
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Marriott's St. Regis expansion into Costa Rica represents strategic luxury growth in a high-demand market, enhancing its Central American portfolio.
Marriott International's signed agreement to bring the St. Regis brand to Costa Rica marks a significant strategic expansion of its luxury portfolio in Central America. The planned development in Guanacaste's Gulf of Papagayo will feature 120 hotel rooms and 143 residential units across 20 hectares, representing substantial investment in the region's growing luxury tourism sector.
This development carries several strategic implications. First, it addresses the growing demand for high-end travel in Costa Rica, a market increasingly recognized for luxury tourism potential. The property's planned six distinct culinary venues and extensive amenities position it to capture premium pricing in this segment.
From a competitive perspective, this development will strengthen Marriott's luxury positioning in Central America, complementing its existing six St. Regis properties across the Caribbean and Latin America region. The location's proximity to Liberia International Airport (just 25 minutes) provides logistical advantages that should enhance occupancy rates.
The collaboration with established design firms like Sordo Madaleno (architecture) and Gensler Mexico City (interior design) suggests a quality execution that aligns with St. Regis brand standards. The 634 linear yards of beachfront and mixed hospitality-residential model reflect Marriott's continued evolution toward trophy properties that can generate multiple revenue streams through both traditional hotel operations and branded real estate.
While opening is planned for early 2027, the lengthy development timeline reflects the scale and complexity of this project, with construction set to begin in July 2025. This represents a long-term growth initiative rather than an immediate revenue driver for Marriott International.
Combining timeless glamour and vanguard spirit, the property is anticipated to offer exquisite experiences in one of the world's finest addresses starting in early 2027.
"This extraordinary development underscores our continued commitment to expanding our luxury portfolio in key destinations across the
"We are honored to bring the iconic St. Regis brand to
Inspired by the local culture and its ocean surroundings, the new-build St. Regis Papagayo is slated to feature 120 hotel rooms and 143 residential units, offering unequaled luxury experiences for guests and residents alike. The hotel expects to offer six distinct culinary venues, including Casa Club for casual gourmet dining; The Cliff, inspired by Japanese and Costa Rican influences; a Beach Club & Grill; and the signature St. Regis Bar & Speakeasy. Other planned amenities include the St. Regis Library, multiple swimming pools, a spa, an exclusive beach club, and 7,750 ft2 of indoor space and 2,475 ft2 of outdoor space for meetings and banquets space for celebrations and exquisite gatherings.
Strategically located between Panama Bay and Culebra Bay, just 25 minutes from
This new project arrives at a time of significant potential for luxury experiences in
Promising maximum luxury and comfort in every detail, Gensler Mexico City has been selected as the principal interior design firm. Maat Handasa will lead the landscape architectural project, TalentChef will act as a food and beverage consultant, and Ana Ramirez of Ancestral Handmade Hotels will contribute her expertise as a wellness consultant. GFG Securities LLC advised Solana PA, S.R.L. in the negotiation of the St. Regis agreements and the successful debt raise for the project.
The St. Regis brand in currently features six landmark hotels and resorts across the CALA region. The St. Regis Papagayo marks a significant milestone in Marriott's luxury expansion in
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