The list of stars who have visited this 15-mile coastline reads like a guest list for an Oscars after-party.
Its easy to see why.
The peninsula is essentially a 1,400-acre gated community that places a premium on privacy and sustainable luxury.
Aerial view of Casa Las Olas, the six-bedroom residence at Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica.Credit:Courtesy of Four Seasons
Traffic is minimal; instead, monkeys, iguanas, and the occasional jaguar have free reign.
Nature lovers can go snorkeling, volcano hiking, diving, kayaking, and whale watching.
Theres even a marina that caters to superyachts.
The lounge area and pool at Villa Avellana, Península Papagayo Costa Rica.Andres Garcia Lachner/Courtesy of Villa Avellana
So, where do the elite stay?
Here are the top four villas in Papagayo that appeal to celebrities and the ultra-rich.
Villa guests have access.
Casa Las Olas, the six-bedroom residence at Four Seasons Resort Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica.Courtesy of Four Seasons
Playa Prieta’s mellow waves and shallow waters are perfect for beginner surfers.
Everything else including ziplining and volcano hiking is an SUV or helicopter away.
Price: Starting at $26,000 a night, all-inclusive.
Exterior of room’s at Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo.Andres Garcia Lachner/Courtesy of Hyatt Andaz, Península Papagayo Costa Rica
The main living room has double-height ceilings and a wall of glass that retracts for seamless indoor-outdoor living.
Best Perk:Although this villa is not directly on the beach, every room has ocean views.
The soaking tubs in the primary bedrooms have perfectly framed views of the crashing waves below.
Interior of a guest room at The Hive Private Residence, Península Papagayo.Courtesy of The Hive Private Residence
Price:$45,000 a night, high season; $23,000, low season.
A personal attendant, private chef, and activities are extra.
The villa is also for sale for$25 million.
Each covered roof deck has a plunge pool, day bed, wet bar, and plush seating.
The Rooms: The primary bedroom has a small terrace and a soaking tub with bay views.
A full kitchen and bar invite in-room dining.
The living area has a retractable glass wall that slides open, bringing the outdoors in.
With two smaller bedrooms and a sleeper sofa, the villa can accommodate up to eight.
Location:The Andaz is near the gated entrance to the peninsula, just past the marina.
The villas were built along the highest ridge, above the resorts other guest rooms.
A cabana with Champagne service can be reserved.
The club is a 10-minute boat ride from the resort.
Price:$10,000 a night, high-season; $4,000, low-season.
Opened in 2023, every room in this meticulously crafted villa is staged like a designer showroom.
A modern bedroom with contemporary furniture and corner views is at the other end of the split-level villa.
The villa sleeps up to 16 guests, with plenty of privacy between rooms.
It is at the end of a quiet street with a thick jungle and a few houses.
It may be the peninsulas most photogenic setting for sunset cocktails.
Price:$24,900 a night, high-season; $14,900, low-season.
