ABOUT US
Pioneers in Sustainable Luxury Hospitality
ABOUT THE CAYUGA COLLECTION
Pioneering sustainable luxury hospitality for over 20 years.
For over 20 years, Cayuga Sustainable Hospitality has redefined what it means to stay in intimate, luxury hotels and resorts across Latin America.
From Costa Rica to Panama and Nicaragua, each independently-owned property in The Cayuga Collection invites you to be part of a movement that blends luxury with a deep commitment to sustainability.
When you stay with us, you experience some of Central America’s most breathtaking regions, all while contributing to the preservation of over 1,500 acres of pristine rainforest, supporting over 450 local employees, and generating meaningful impact year-round.
THE CAYUGA COLLECTION JOURNEY:
FROM VISION TO REALITY
On May 2nd, 2003, Andrea Bonilla and Hans Pfister launch Cayuga Hospitality, a company dedicated to managing sustainable luxury hotels and lodges in Latin America.
Plastic bottles eliminated at the hotels. Coca Cola pushes plastic bottles as an easier and cheaper alternative to glass. But thanks to the resistance led by a group of lodges and the Women of the Osa - a local NGO of which the Cayuga Collections Co-Founder Andrea Bonilla was a board member - the decision was reversed. Coca-Cola continues to deliver glass bottles.
Bamboo Straws make their debut across the Cayuga Collection properties. Cayuga gardener, Don Tino, comes up with a game-changing solution to create biodegradable straws from bamboo shoots growing on his farm.
After two decades in sustainable hospitality, Cayuga is recognized for innovation in environmentally-friendly practices and green tech. A proud feat, and a great team motivator, the physical award passes from hotel to hotel to be on display, thanks to our collective eco-achievements.
In the esteemed Tourism for Tomorrow Awards, Cayuga receives one of the ultimate accolades. The hard-earned reward reminds us of why we show such purpose-driven dedication on a daily basis.
Cayuga is invited to present a talk on "The Eco-Lodge Dilemma: Authenticity and Longevity" to this most switched-on of audiences. This annual conference brings together the most influential CEOs in travel and tourism. Alongside Hilton, Trip Advisor, Delta Air Lines and Expedia, we offer insight on trends, forecasts and achievements for the first time; sustainable travel is higher on the agenda than ever.
We love the challenge of delivering luxury alongside sustainability, and our successes tell us that our hard work has us on the right track.
MEET THE VISIONARIES BEHIND YOUR EXPERIENCE
MEET THE VISIONARIES BEHIND YOUR EXPERIENCE
AWARD-WINNING EXPERTS IN SUSTAINABLE LUXURY HOSPITALITY
Your journey into sustainable luxury is guided by our expert team, led by Hans Pfister and Andrea Bonilla.
Hans, a global thought leader in sustainable luxury hospitality, and Andrea, with her unmatched operational expertise, have managed award-winning hospitality experiences that reflect nearly 50 years of combined experience in the industry.
Both are esteemed graduates of Cornell University, and together drive the success of the award-winning properties across Central America.
EXPERT HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT FOR LUXURY HOTEL OWNERS
ARE YOU A HOTEL OWNER COMMITTED
TO SUSTAINABLE HOSPITALITY?
Imagine entrusting your property to a team that not only shares your values but also elevates your vision.
At Cayuga, we manage the details—reservations, culinary programs, new developments, and remodels—so you can focus on what matters most to you, whether it’s spending time with family, pursuing new passions, or simply enjoying life.
We offer a full suite of hospitality solutions so you can step back from day-to-day operations.
EXPERT HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT FOR LUXURY HOTEL OWNERS
EXPERT HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT
FOR LUXURY HOTEL OWNERS
ARE YOU A HOTEL OWNER COMMITTED
TO SUSTAINABLE HOSPITALITY?
Imagine entrusting your property to a team that not only shares your values but also elevates your vision.
At Cayuga, we manage the details—reservations, culinary programs, new developments, and remodels—so you can focus on what matters most to you, whether it’s spending time with family, pursuing new passions, or simply enjoying life.
We offer a full suite of hospitality solutions so you can step back from day-to-day operations.
EXPERIENCE THE CAYUGA WAY
SUSTAINABLE LUXURY LIKE NO OTHER
When we first launched Cayuga Hospitality in 2003, our mission was clear: To pioneer the symbiosis of Sustainability and Luxury.
The Cayuga Way is our distinctive approach, developed and perfected over two decades.
It defines how we approach hospitality. And it’s your pathway to a travel experience that seamlessly blends luxury with sustainability.
From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the difference that two decades of innovation and dedication can make.