Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica

In early 2025, The Athens Group completed construction on Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, in one of Costa Rica's most luxurious and sought-after resort communities, Peninsula Papagayo. Nekajui (pronounced nek-ah-wee) further cements the region's exclusivity and status, adding 107 ocean-facing guest rooms and suites, three luxury treetop tents, and 36 private residences featuring canopied outdoor terraces, private plunge pools, spa-like bathrooms, and spectacular views overlooking Pochote Bay and its surrounding islands. Nekajui, which immerses its visitors in Costa Rican architecture and culture, is divided into three distinct zones, each with its own building style, design references, and curated elements from local artisans. These include a "classic zone," where modern interpretations of traditional, hacienda-style architecture blankets an arrival area as well as guest rooms and suites; a "transitional zone," which is bathed in light and showcases typical architecture found in the local Guanacaste region across guest rooms, suites, and branded residences; and an "organic zone," with tree house-style architecture inspired by the natural environment in guest rooms as well as the beach club and a 27,000 square foot spa and wellness center. For more information, please visit Nekajui, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve.