Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique

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Bar (on property)
Exterior
10 outdoor pools, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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km 3 Ruta Nacional 159, Playa Penca, Sardinal, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Calzón de Pobre
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Penca
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Playa Bermúdez
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

1 King Bed Mobility/Hear Access Roll In Shwr

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

2 Qn Ocean Mobility/Hearing Access RI Shower

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View 1 King Corner Room - Large Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View 1 King Room

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bahia View 1 King Room

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Bahia View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View 1 King Room - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family 3 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

  • Ocean view
  • 1959 sq ft
  • Sleeps 10
  • 3 Twin Beds

Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedroom Villa

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View 2 Queens Room

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Bahia View 2 Queens Room

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Bahia View 2 Queens Room- Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean View 2 Queens Room - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 495 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean View 1 King 1 Bedrm Villa - Plunge Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Bay view
  • 490 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedroom Suite

  • Bay view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential 2 Bedroom Private Villa - Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 1475 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential 4 Bedroom Private Villa - Pools

  • Ocean view
  • 1959 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

Family 2 Bedroom Villa - Pool

  • Ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Bahia View 1 King 1 Bedrm Suite- Plunge Pool

  • Bay view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

1 King 1 Bedroom Villa - Pool

  • Partial ocean view
  • 980 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Coco

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique places you next to Playa Penca and within a mile (2 km) of Playa Bermúdez. This 188-room, 5-star resort has 10 outdoor pools along with a full-service spa and a restaurant.

What's nearby

  • 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
  • Playa Hermosa - 11 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Coco Beach - 15 min drive - 4.4 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

Guests of Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have access to a full-service spa, 10 outdoor pools, and a children's pool. If you drive, take advantage of free valet parking. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this beach resort include a 24-hour gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 65-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels and Netflix. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Balconies, minibars, and coffee makers are also standard.
10 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Waldorf Astoria Spa has 11 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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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

  • This property welcomes pets for CRC 130500 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (75 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

  • Service fee: 12 percent

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free valet parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • 24-hour pool access
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique on May 20, 2026 start from $1,183, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see close to Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

This resort is located in Sardinal, just steps from Playa Penca. You'll also find Playa Hermosa and Playa Calzón de Pobre within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, valet parking is offered for free at the resort.

Is there a spa at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Waldorf Astoria Spa is the resort's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, body wraps, and reflexology.

Are there luxury amenities available at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, guests can indulge in luxuries such as 10 outdoor pools, a restaurant, and a beach bar at this resort.

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have a casino?

No, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 10 outdoor pools. Guests have 24-hour pool access.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

This beachfront resort offers many amenities for couples such as a beach bar and a restaurant with some guestrooms featuring a private plunge pool.

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this resort.

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique for a fee of CRC 130500 per accommodation, per stay.

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique have connecting rooms available?

Yes, you can book connecting rooms at this resort for your group or family vacation.

What is the closest airport to Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

The closest major airport to Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique is Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR), which is 17.8 mi away (35 minutes by car). Another top airport is Tamarindo (TNO), which is around 19.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique?

Yes, every guestroom at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

Does Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique offer wedding services?

There are wedding services available at Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique if that's in your vacation plans.

Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramica

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yulia, Kirkland

Traveled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

burton, fayetteville

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

david

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Bioseh, Diamond Bar

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

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Celeste

Traveled with family
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

8/10 Good

Christine Shanan

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL S

Traveled with partner
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