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Marriott International Signs Agreement with Mullen Real Estate Capital to Debut a JW Marriott All-Inclusive Resort in Costa Rica
Scheduled to begin conversion in July 2025, the property is expected to join the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in the Spring of 2026 as a JW Marriott
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[{"type":"text","content":"Scheduled to begin conversion in July 2025, the property is expected to join the Marriott Bonvoy portfolio in the Spring of 2026 as a JW Marriott All-Inclusive resort.\nPLANTATION, Fla., March 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) announced today the signing of an agreement with Mullen Real Estate Capital to bring the JW Marriott brand to the shores of Costa Elena, an exclusive resort-residential community located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The hotel is expected to be one of the first JW Marriott all-inclusive resorts to open globally, highlighting the company's commitment to redefining luxury all-inclusive experiences by integrating the brand's signature focus on mindfulness, exceptional service, and sophisticated design.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\"We are thrilled to expand our presence in Costa Rica with the introduction of one of the first JW Marriott All-Inclusive Resorts,\" said Uriel Burak, Marriott International Vice President, Development, Caribbean and Latin America (CALA). \"This project marks the beginning of a strategic collaboration with Mullen Real Estate Capital, a pioneer in the all-inclusive sector, within the CALA region.\"\nSituated approximately 49 miles from Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport, the resort will offer an elevated luxury experience with 415 elegantly designed guest rooms, 11 diverse food and beverage outlets, and an impressive 44,000 square feet of water amenities, including 17 swimming pools. Guests will also have access to 10,000 square feet of indoor meeting space, a 16,000 square foot spa designed to reflect the brand's wellness philosophy, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.\nPositioned within the exclusive Costa Elena resort-residential community, the property boasts 885 feet of beach frontage, making it a leading destination for discerning travelers. Additionally, future development plans include the potential introduction of JW Marriott branded residences on an adjacent site, further enhancing the resort's luxurious offerings.\n\"MREC is thrilled to embark on this exciting collaboration with Marriott International and JW Marriott, a brand synonymous with excellence and world-class service. Together, we look forward to unlocking new opportunities, setting new benchmarks, and creating a future filled with limitless potential,\" commented Jeff Mulle...