Flamingo Beach Resort Completes $6 Million Renovation Program

Oceanfront Property Upgraded Guestrooms and Redesigns Public Spaces

Guanacaste, Costa Rica – 4/8/2008 – Located on the golden sands of a pristine Blue Flag beach, Flamingo Beach Resort stands as Costa Rica’s premier beach vacation spot. The resort has recently completed the second phase of a $6 million renovation program, which includes a redesign of all hotel areas with particular attention to guestroom improvements. The first phase of the construction was completed in 2005.
“These upgrades solidify Flamingo Beach Resort’s position as Costa Rica’s finest vacation resort,” said General Manger Donovan Garcia. “Maintaining great guest relations is always our first priority, and the changes we have made reflect our desire to provide only superb vacation experiences.”.

All 120 spacious guestrooms, including 29 brand new rooms, have been reconfigured and equipped with new furnishings, 29” flat screen TVs, flooring, and safes. Travelers continue to choose from six different room options, from well appointed studios to luxurious suites, with views of the lush forested mountains surrounding the property or the beautiful waters of the Pacific Ocean.

The resort’s focal point, the main swimming pool now has two interior decks complete with lounge chairs as well as surrounding fountains. Attached is the new swim-up Mangalles Pool Bar, which serves casual lunch items daily along with refreshing cocktails and drinks. Alongside the main pool, the resort has added a “picina de juegos,” a smaller game pool with a volleyball net and accompanying “rancho,” a covered seating area made of straw and wood.

Long-time local favorite Arenas Restaurant has also received upgrades. The on-site venue has been remodeled to include open-air palapas for guests who wish to dine outdoors while enjoying international cuisine bursting with local Costa Rican flavors. Additionally, a second floor terrace was installed, creating space for the new rooftop Bar Arenas, an al-fresco space featuring panoramic views of the surrounding landscape. By night, the rooftop area transforms into the Pelican Nest, a new nightlife addition offering light fare and melodious entertainment.

For more active and adventurous entertainment, Flamingo Beach Resort has continuously adapted by providing an increased menu of recreational activities. The resort lobby houses a Tour Desk where resort staff is ready to guide and assist guests in booking all manner of excursions with reliable and knowledgeable vendors. The second floor of the lobby now showcases a new state-of-the-art gym, featuring the latest and most advanced fitness equipment available.

About Flamingo Beach Resort Situated in the province of Guanacaste, Flamingo Beach Resort is the only resort situated on the golden sands of one of Costa Rica’s Flamingo Beach. The 120-room property has recently undergone a $6 million renovation, upgrading the resort’s public areas and guestrooms. Among other renovations are an main pool with swim-up par, a game pool with “rancho,” new state-of-the-art fitness center as well as a redesigned Arenas Restaurant and Bar Arenas. Additional amenities include abundant watersports, a full-service tour desk, Jazz Casino, Petit Paris beautify salon, snorkeling and dive shop, children’s center, gaming area and outdoor tennis court. Flamingo Beach Resort also offers 3,264 square feet of event space comprised of two adjoining meeting rooms and four outdoor spaces. Flamingo Beach Resort is owned by Cardel Hotels and managed by Driftwood Hospitality Management LLC, based in Jupiter, Florida. For more information, visit www.resortflamingobeach.com.

About Driftwood Hospitality Management
Driftwood Hospitality Management, based in North Palm Beach, Florida, is one of the fastest growing independent hospitality management and development firms in the country today. Established in January 1999 by David Buddemeyer, Driftwood or its affiliates owns and/or manages more than 40 hotels comprising approximately 8,400 rooms throughout the U.S., the Bahamas and Central America. The company manages a variety of lodging types, from destination resorts to downtown convention hotels to suburban hotels and inns. Many of the company's hotels are affiliated with nationally recognized hospitality franchises, including Crowne Plaza, Holiday Inn, Doubletree, Radisson, Sheraton, Hampton Inn, Courtyard by Marriott, Wyndham Garden and Hotel Indigo. For more information, see www.driftwoodhospitality.com.

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