Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Discover Nekajui, A Ritz-Carlton Reserve set along Costa Rica’s picturesque Peninsula Papagayo
Costa Rica’s exclusive Peninsula Papagayo will soon welcome its first ultra-luxury resort: Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. As the eighth member of a prestigious portfolio of rare and secluded estates, Nekajui will debut in early 2025, marking the first Reserve in Central and South America.
Perched on coastal cliffs with sweeping Pacific views, Nekajui celebrates natural beauty, a romantic vibe, and cultural discovery. Its centrepiece, La Casona, reimagines a Guanacaste hacienda with contemporary elegance, featuring secret gardens, meandering pathways, and local and Latin art that inspire exploration.
The accommodations include stunning and spacious guestrooms, one- and two-bedroom suites, the expansive Nekajui Grand Villa and 36 private residences, highlighted by the opulent Villa Guayacan, a ten-bedroom retreat. Floor-to-ceiling glass sliding walls blur the line between indoors and outdoors, immersing guests in stunning seascapes. Outdoor shower gardens, plunge pools and deep-soaking tubs frame breathtaking views of Pochote Bay and its islands.
Culinary experiences abound, with world-renowned chef Diego Muñoz having conceptualised Puna, the resort’s signature restaurant, which offers modern Peruvian cuisine and an exclusive Omakase experience. Guests can also uncover a hidden speakeasy, savour Costa Rica’s coffee and cacao traditions at an artisan market, or enjoy botanical cocktails at a treetop bar. The secluded beach club is nestled within the treeline at the beach’s edge, close to tide pools, sea caves and pristine shores.
At Nimbu Spa & Wellness, Latin America’s largest hydrotherapy pool and treetop treatment cabanas invite guests to relax and rejuvenate. Beyond the resort, Palmares Preserve offers jungle adventures, wildlife hikes, and mangrove paddling, while nearby surf breaks and the Arnold Palmer Signature Golf Course provide world-class recreation.
Nekajui blends exclusivity, nature, and culture, delivering an unforgettable luxury escape rooted in Costa Rica’s heritage and natural splendour.
