Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa launches all-inclusive experience
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Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa launches all-inclusive experience
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Category: North America & West Indies / Carribean islands - Costa Rica -
This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2010-04-29
Beachfront Resort Welcomes Travelers to Ecological Paradise
Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa announces the launch of its all-inclusive experience, packed with an eco-focus perfect for the environmentally conscious traveler. As of May 1, 2010, this beachfront Costa Rica resort will welcome visitors to enjoy eco-luxury at affordable, all-inclusive rates. The change to all-inclusive is part of the resort’s focus on making each guest’s stay a memorable experience.
According to Ypartnership/Yankelovich Inc.’s 2009 National Travel Monitor, an astounding 44% of travelers said naturalistic travel activities were their primary purpose for travel, and 10% of leisure travelers went on an all-inclusive vacation – both statistics indicating a significant increase from previous years. Now, Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa delivers the ideal choice for both.
With all-inclusive rates starting at $129* per person per night, Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa is the epitome of “Pura Vida” – the local phrase often used to represent the joyfulness of living. At the resort, guests will “live” the ultimate all-inclusive eco-experience with superior accommodation, exquisite dining and seemingly limitless activities, complemented by the natural surroundings of this ecological paradise.
The resort welcomes guests with an open-air lobby adorned with amazing views and locally handmade furniture created from government controlled wood products. Similar handmade furnishings add a unique décor element to the resort’s rooms and public spaces.
Featuring 202 rooms, including 71 bungalows with a secluded terrace or balcony, the resort delights guests with luxury accommodations in the midst of a pristine backdrop. All guest rooms are outfitted with Hilton Serenity Collection mattresses and linens, high-speed Internet access, flat screen TV’s with cable, energy-efficient air conditioning units and breathtaking views of the Gulf of Papagayo or lush tropical gardens. Four junior suites provide all of these features plus a private plunge pool.
Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa’s all-inclusive dining options include three restaurants, a snack bar and two bars, all featuring meals prepared with locally-grown ingredients from sustainable sources. The resort also supports local farmers by supplying them with recycled organic waste to be used as fertilizer.
La Cosecha Restaurant presents live showcase buffet-style cooking and is open for breakfast and dinner. The restaurant serves international and local cuisine, with a specialty theme each night. El Bocadillo, the resort’s snack bar, is the perfect setting for poolside snacks, letting guests refuel with a bite to eat at almost any time of day. For daytime meals, Grill del Fuego provides healthy cuisine in a quaint atmosphere, while El Dorado specializes in creative Costa Rican and Mediterranean cuisine in a formal dinner setting. Additionally, guests at Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa will get a smart start for their first meal of the day with the Hilton Breakfast Program, a color-coded system that identifies whether the menu item is low-cholesterol, low-fat, high-fiber, low-calorie, high-energy or an indulgence. For an additional fee, guests can enjoy the resort’s innovative “gourmet picnic” room service concept that celebrates the privacy and romance of the resort’s natural setting. This “gourmet picnic” will be delivered in a basket to the guest’s room for an intimate dining experience in an air-conditioned room or starlit terrace.
For recreation or relaxation, guests will find an array of on-property diversions at Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa. There is something for everyone with outdoor swimming pools, non-motorized water sports such as kayaking and snorkeling, tennis courts, beach and pool volleyball, aerobics, dance lessons and an on-site tour desk to arrange eco-adventures** such as diving, sailing, fishing, zip-lining and more.
Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa also features on-site hiking trails providing guests with an opportunity to see local fauna and flora. In an effort to contribute to the eco-system’s sustainability, the resort provides a natural habitat for various animal species that are indigenous to Costa Rica. All plant life on the property is irrigated with 100% recycled waste water.
The pinnacle of the resort’s many relaxation options is Spa Vida – a world-class spa*** with 13 treatment rooms featuring spectacular garden and ocean views, separate swimming pool, a fitness center with Precor® equipment and an array of creative and unique treatments featuring ingredients ranging from volcanic stones to local fruits. The resort also features a local arts and crafts store for the last minute souvenir.
If planning a Costa Rica family vacation, a surcharge of $70 per night will be added for each child between the ages of four and 12 staying in the same room with parents; adult rates apply for children 13 and over. Children three and under stay and eat free. For entertaining the little ones, the resort’s Kidz Paradise club features supervised activities for children of all ages, including games, nature walks, sandcastle creations and the club’s very own volcano slide.
Located just 20 minutes from Liberia International Airport, Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa is nestled between the mountains on a secluded and government protected natural volcanic sand beach on the Bay of Papagayo in Guanacaste.
Hilton Papagayo Costa Rica Resort & Spa is a proud member of the Certification for Sustainable Tourism Program, where it has been recognized with a three-leaf rating from the Costa Rican Tourism Institute.
For reservations or more information, guests should call 1-800-HILTONS or visit ww.hilton.com.
*Rate is all-inclusive per person per night and includes taxes. Rate is a starting rate only and is subject to availability. Service of alcoholic beverages is subject to local laws. Other restrictions apply.
**Tour options are not part of the all-inclusive package and must be arranged directly with the on-site tour desk at the chosen tour price.
***Spa Vida treatments are not part of the all-inclusive package. However, all guests can enjoy the secluded pool at Spa Vida.
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