Velara Resort & Residences has introduced a new standard of intelligent, wellness-focused living with Costa Rica’s first biologically optimized development in the heart of a Blue Zone. Set on 17 acres near Marbella Beach, Velara at Playa Azul is the only high-rise residential project permitted along this protected coastline, offering uninterrupted ocean views. The community emphasizes the integration of science and wellbeing, combining precision health, regenerative therapies, and thoughtful design.
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Velara at Playa Azul features 44 ocean-view condominiums, including four penthouses; 32 private villas; and a 52-key resort. Owners can join an exclusive rental program that complements residential ownership with hospitality-driven management and revenue opportunities.
“Velara is more than a place—it’s a new paradigm for living, traveling, and experiencing wellbeing,” said Kevin Wathey, founder and CEO of Velara. “Every detail is designed with purpose—where science meets soul, and where wellness isn’t an amenity but an intrinsic part of how you live, heal, and evolve.”
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The development includes two signature restaurants and a private beach club to support both resident lifestyle and guest experiences. Central to its offering is the 25,000-square-foot Raíz Wellbeing Center & Spa, which provides biometric assessments, cellular restoration therapies, Ammortal Chambers, and advanced diagnostics. Residences are equipped with adaptive sleep systems, a health harmonization platform, and access to a personalized performance concierge for tailored wellness planning.
Designed to harmonize with its coastal environment, Velara emphasizes regenerative practices and smart architecture to improve occupant wellbeing and environmental performance. Its focus on data-driven health services and restorative therapies aims to create a living environment that supports longevity, recovery, and everyday vitality.
Velara positions itself as a destination where hospitality, residential living, and clinical-grade health services intersect. By combining luxury amenities with evidence-based wellness programming and regenerative design, the community seeks to redefine the expectations for modern coastal living in Costa Rica’s protected Blue Zone.