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Andaz Peninsula Papagayo Hotel Opens in Costa Rica

By: Caribbean Journal Staff - December 25, 2013

Above: the Andaz Peninsula Papagayo hotel

By the Caribbean Journal staff

The Andaz Peninsula Papagayo hotel has opened its doors in Costa Rica.

The property is the second Andaz resort to open worldwide this year, following the debut of the Andaz Maui at Wailea in September.

Above: a Bay View room

The 153-room hotel is located on a 28-acre site on the Bay of Culebra.

“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring the Andaz brand and a world-class resort to such a desirable and unique destination in Latin America,” said Michael Schmid, general manager of Andaz Peninsula Papagayo, in a statement. “Costa Rica is full of rich culture and history, and we can’t wait to provide our guests with new and inspiring experiences that will help them feel like a true local during their stay.”


The property, which includes 21 luxury suites and 8,200 square feet of meeting space, was designed by Costa Rican architect Ronald Zurcher in a pre-colonial style.
“The hotel’s design is meant to seamlessly integrate Papagayo’s beautiful environment and its unique local heritage, and I was particularly inspired by the organic forms and shapes of the native flora and fauna of the peninsula,” said Zurcher. “The effect will translate into a feeling of groundedness for both guests and associates of Andaz Peninsula Papagayo. Costa Rica is known for its peace-loving attitude, and I felt that tapping into Mother Nature’s energy was the best way to connect the resort with the overall vibe of the country.”

Andaz is a Hyatt brand.

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