Velara Unveils The First Biologically Optimized Resort & Residences in Costa Rica

Extraordinary Living Meets Precision Wellbeing in Playa Azul

LOS ANGELES, March 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Velara Resort & Residences unveils the next generation of intelligent, wellness-driven living, introducing Costa Rica's first biologically optimized development in the heart of the Blue Zone.

Spanning 17 pristine acres just minutes from Marbella Beach, Velara at Playa Azul is the only high-rise residential development permitted along this protected coastline, ensuring uninterrupted views and long-term exclusivity. More than a destination, Velara is a pioneering community where science and soul converge, seamlessly integrating precision health, regenerative therapies, and intelligent design to create a new standard of living.

As the flagship destination of Velara's expanding global portfolio, this Costa Rican enclave offers a curated collection of just 44 ocean-view condominiums—including four penthouses—and 32 bespoke private villas. Each residence is meticulously designed to enhance human performance while embracing Costa Rica's natural beauty. Through Velara's 52-key resort, homeowners can participate in an exclusive rental program, offering a seamless, income-generating ownership experience.

Extraordinary Living Redefined by Science and Nature

Velara redefines home as a living ecosystem, blending biometric intelligence, nature-driven architecture, and precision wellness to elevate every day into a ritual of renewal.

Key development features include:

• 52-key Wellbeing Resort — Offering homeowners exclusive access to amenities that translate biological insights into personalized wellness journeys.
• Private Residences with Pacific Views — A limited collection of 44 ocean-view condominiums and 32 private villas (1,400 - 4,800 sq. ft.), crowned by the only seventh-floor penthouses along this coveted coastline.
• 25,000 Sq. Ft. Raíz Wellbeing Center & Spa — A pioneering facility featuring biometric assessments, cellular restoration therapies, Ammortal Chambers, and advanced diagnostics.
• Private Marea Beach Club — An intimate oceanfront retreat with unrestricted Pacific access, private cabanas, and expert-led wellness experiences.
• Culinary Experiences Designed for Vitality — Two signature restaurants that blend local flavors with bio-personalized nutrition.

"Velara is more than a place—it's a new paradigm for living, traveling, and experiencing wellbeing," said Kevin Wathey, Founder & 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."

Residences: Intelligent Living Designed Around You

Blurring the line between architecture and nature, Velara's private residences embody effortless sophistication and intuitive design. Open-concept layouts, floor-to-ceiling windows, and panoramic ocean views create a seamless living experience, where space, light, and wellness technology work in harmony with you.

Each residence incorporates:

• Adaptive Sleep Technology — A neural-responsive environment that enhances deep sleep and cellular renewal through adaptive lighting, biometric tuning, and targeted recovery.
• Health Harmonization Platform — A biometric-driven living system that synchronizes with wearable data, environmental sensors, and AI-driven personalization, creating a residence tailored to your body's rhythms. Owners can opt in to a fully harmonized experience complete, with their own digital twin.
• Personalized Performance Concierge — A dedicated team providing real-time wellness optimization, offering tailored guidance across nutrition, fitness, recovery, and cognitive performance.

Residents also receive priority access to Velara's evolving suite of longevity services, bespoke lifestyle experiences, and integrated home health innovations—transforming homeownership into an investment in long-term wellbeing.

A Rare Opportunity in Costa Rica's Blue Zone

Just 90 minutes from Liberia International Airport, Velara at Playa Azul is the only oceanfront resort and residential development within a 12-mile radius. Surrounded by a 250-meter protected coastal zone, the resort offers an exclusive escape from the ordinary—a place where nature's rhythm dictates the pace of life.

The Global Wellness Institute projects the wellness real estate market to grow from $438B in 2023 to $913B by 2028, while wellness travelers spend 130% more than the average tourist—highlighting the rising demand for longevity-focused living.

By harmonizing the Blue Zone philosophy with cutting-edge life sciences, Velara presents a rare opportunity to invest in home, health, and the future of wellbeing.

Sales Now Open: Your Sanctuary Awaits

With limited private residences available in this debut offering, early buyers will gain access to founder-tier pricing—an opportunity never to be replicated in future phases.

Phase 1, including the resort expansion and residences, is scheduled for completion by Q2 2026, with full project delivery by early 2027.

View the full project gallery and floor plans here: Velara at Playa Azul - Assets.

For pricing, availability, or to schedule an exclusive preview, visit VelaraResorts.com or contact [email protected].

About Velara
Velara is a resort portfolio offering stays tailored to your biology and co-branded residences designed for extraordinary wellbeing. We believe optimal health isn't something to be chased, but revealed, and our philosophy of intentional subtraction nurtures all five aspects of wellbeing: physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and energetic.

From your first moment on property, you're infused with a rare form of hope—not born from wishful thinking, but from scientific certainty, tangible results, and our commitment to trust, truth, and transparency.

Whether you're elevating your annual health assessment into an immersive resort experience or seeking to own an exclusive residence, we invite you to discover the profound transformation that occurs when science and soul converge in perfect harmony. At Velara, you don't just stay, you evolve.

Playa Azul, Costa Rica — Coming January 2027. For more information visit VelaraResorts.com or follow @velararesorts.

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