Hilton Expands LXR Hotels and Resorts in Costa Rica with Maravé Manuel Antonio Signing
Hilton 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.
Project Highlights
- Brand debut: First LXR Hotels & Resorts property in Costa Rica.
- Location: Nearly 40-acre estate in Manuel Antonio, descending from rainforest ridge to 650 feet of Pacific beachfront.
- Opening timeline: Expected in 2029.
Accommodations
- Hotel: 57 rooms, including 42 ocean-view guest rooms and 15 private hillside bungalows with plunge pools.
- Residences: 116 branded luxury homes — 66 villas, 46 oceanfront condos, and 4 penthouses.
- Design: Costa Rican firm Carazo Arquitectura and Chicago-based Curioso; sustainable mass timber structure, natural stone, warm wood, and expansive glass walls.
Experiences & Amenities
- Beach Club: Pools, cabanas, oceanfront dining, and concierge service.
- Dining: Two chef-led restaurants, elevated resort cuisine, and the MARAVÉ Speakeasy Bar with Costa Rican botanicals.
- Wellness: Expansive spa, fitness center with jungle and sea views.
- Family-friendly: Youth and activity club with indoor/outdoor programming.
Strategic Context
- Hilton in Latin America: Over 315 hotels in 35+ countries, with 150+ in pipeline.
- Luxury portfolio includes Waldorf Astoria Costa Rica Punta Cacique (opened 2025) and upcoming Waldorf Astoria properties in Turks & Caicos (2028) and Mexico (2027–28).
- Maravé Manuel Antonio will be the first LXR Residences in Latin America, offering branded ownership opportunities.
Leadership Voices
- Pablo Maturana (Hilton): Costa Rica is a key growth market for nature-immersed luxury travel.
- Bruce Begia (Developer): Project connects guests with Costa Rica’s natural environment.
- Dino Michael (Hilton Luxury Brands): Maravé embodies LXR’s ethos of distinctive character, sense of place, and uncompromising luxury.
This project positions Hilton to capture the high-end eco-luxury segment in Costa Rica, blending residential ownership with bespoke hospitality.
