On Costa Rica’s Peninsula Papagayo, journey and luxurious go hand in hand. The unique resort neighborhood alongside the nation’s north Pacific Coast will quickly welcome one other luxurious resort to its already spectacular roster, amongst that are outposts of the 4 Seasons and the Andaz, in addition to a number of celebrity-approved villas.
Vacationers in search of a coastal escape in one among the world’s most biodiverse international locations can now guide their keep at Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, slated to open on March 1, 2025.
Situated on a lush cliffside, the resort’s 107 visitor rooms, one- and two-bedroom suites, and treetop tents overlook the Pacific Ocean and have personal terraces and balconies, many with plunge swimming pools. Company will even discover lounge areas and hanging darkish marble loos with soaking tubs and double vanities.
The decor pays homage to Guanacaste, the province the place Peninsula Papagayo is situated, and its Indigenous individuals, the Chorotega; Nekajui means “lush backyard” in Chorotega. Domestically crafted pure supplies, clay pottery, and artifacts convey a way of place all through the resort. La Casona, for instance, Nekajui’s de facto foyer and gathering place, evokes conventional Guanacaste haciendas and incorporates artwork and parts borrowed from the Sabanero ranchers.
“Nekajui is tucked away in probably the most beautiful nook of gorgeous Peninsula Papagayo, the place the Ritz-Carlton Reserve’s unparalleled luxurious, elevated privateness, and discreet service meet Guanacaste’s inspiring heritage and considerate neighborhood,” Ana Gorjão Henriques, the property’s common supervisor, mentioned in a press launch shared with Journey + Leisure.
Nekajui’s eating program is all about selection. Its signature restaurant, Puna, helmed by acclaimed chef Diego Muñoz and clad in pure woods, will give attention to Peruvian delicacies; visitors will even discover an intimate six-seat Japanese-Peruvian omakase eating spot. The meals and beverage lineup features a suspended treetop bar with handcrafted cocktails and dramatic ocean views, a foyer bar, a classy seaside membership, and a espresso store highlighting Costa Rica’s wealthy espresso tradition.
Nevertheless, the property’s 27,000-square-foot Nimbu spa often is the resort’s crown jewel. Tucked away on the finish of a suspended bridge, with treetop therapy cabanas, spa suites, saunas, and hydrotherapy swimming pools, the serene and plush spa shall be a spot to rejuvenate and loosen up with holistic therapies and wellness rituals. Those that love to remain energetic on trip can head to the resort’s health club, which options indoor and outside services and gear.
Talking of staying energetic, one of many causes to go to Peninsula Papagayo is the spectacular variety of actions the neighborhood gives. With browsing lessons, an 18-hole Arnold Palmer Signature golf course, zip lining, mountaineering, and snorkeling, it’s a haven for outside fans.Â
Nekajui, Ritz-Carlton Reserve is the eighth property within the Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, which, in 2023, opened a resort in China’s distant Jiuzhaigou Valley.
Nightly charges at Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, begin from $2,390, and now you can guide your keep on ritzcarlton.com.