- Hilton is bringing LXR Hotels & Resorts to Costa Rica for the first time with Maravé Manuel Antonio, a new luxury resort set on a nearly 40-acre beachfront site near Manuel Antonio National Park, with around 650 feet of Pacific coastline.
- The hotel will feature 57 guest rooms and suites, complemented by a range of resort amenities and dining experiences designed around the surrounding rainforest, mountains and Pacific Ocean.
- The residential component will comprise 116 fully furnished LXR-branded residences available for private ownership, marking the debut of LXR Residences in Latin America.
- Residence owners will have access to Hilton-related privileges, including Hilton Honors Diamond status and benefits across Hilton’s global luxury portfolio.
- Maravé Manuel Antonio is scheduled to open in 2029, with residence sales expected to launch in autumn 2026 and construction targeted for completion in late 2028.
Hilton Expands LXR Hotels & Resorts in Costa Rica with Maravé Manuel Antonio Signing
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Maravé Manuel Antonio, LXR Hotels & Resorts, marking the brand’s upcoming debut in Costa Rica and a significant step in Hilton’s continued luxury expansion across the Caribbean and Latin America.
Located on a nearly 40-acre estate of rare, titled beachfront that descends from rainforest ridge to 650 feet of Pacific beachfront, the resort will blend 173 accommodations, including dedicated hotel guest rooms, suites and fully furnished branded residences, with sweeping views of the ocean, surrounding mountains and rainforest canopy.
With its blend of biodiversity, dramatic coastline and established appeal among luxury travelers, Manuel Antonio is a natural fit for LXR Hotels & Resorts, Hilton’s curated collection of independent, spirited luxury properties known for distinctive character, bespoke service and a deep connection to some of the world’s most alluring destinations.
The project’s residential component will further expand Hilton’s branded residential presence in sought-after resort markets, bringing Hilton’s global hospitality standards to a destination designed to feel unmistakably rooted in Costa Rica.
“Costa Rica represents a key growth market for Hilton, with strong demand for high-end, nature-immersed travel,” said Pablo Maturana, vice president, Development, Architecture, Design and Construction, Caribbean and Latin America, Hilton. “With Maravé Manuel Antonio, LXR Hotels & Resorts, we are introducing a distinctive luxury retreat that will bring LXR’s destination-led approach to life through highly personalized service, immersive cultural connection and one-of-a-kind experiences inspired by the spirit of Manuel Antonio.”
“We are thrilled to partner with Hilton to bring LXR Hotels & Resorts to Manuel Antonio,” said Bruce Begia, president, Ocean Cove MA Development One S.A. “This project is designed to create a unique destination that connects guests with Costa Rica’s natural environment while delivering exceptional luxury and service.”
Anticipated to open in 2029, the nature‑immersed luxury resort and residences will bring elevated hospitality and ownership opportunities to one of Costa Rica’s most coveted coastal destinations
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