Resort Development Services
Your Voice Throughout Every Stage of Resort Development
Costa Hospitality represents owners throughout the complete resort development lifecycle, protecting capital investments while ensuring projects are delivered on budget, on schedule, and ready for successful operations.
Resort Development &
Owner Representation
Building a luxury resort requires much more than selecting an architect and contractor. Every decision affects investment returns, operating efficiency, guest experience, and long-term asset value.
Costa Hospitality acts as the owner's representative, ensuring every stakeholder works toward one objective—protecting the owner's interests.
Our services include:
Principal &
Founder
Shawn DaCosta
30+ Years Experience
Former COO of Sandals Resorts. Strategic vision, owner advocacy, and executive stakeholder management.
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25 Years Experience
Cross-industry leadership in Hospitality and Oil & Gas. Expert in complex capital project execution.
The Problem
Critical Challenges in Caribbean Hospitality Development
Many resort developments experience preventable setbacks that significantly impact profitability.
Common Challenges
Without Costa Hospitality
With Costa Hospitality
Value Proposition
Protecting Owner Investments Through Independent Representation
10–20%
Cost Reduction
Proactive budget controls.
20–30%
Faster Timeline
Efficient coordination.
30–40%
Fewer Defects
Rigorous QA protocols.
50%
Less Owner Time
We handle the daily grind.
On-Time
Opening Target
Avoiding costly delays.
Cost Overruns
20-40%
Timeline
Delays
Quality Defects
30-40%
Cost Variance
<5%
Timeline Variance
<3%
Quality Issues
< 1%
Design Phase
$0.5–1.0M
Feasibility accuracy & scope control.
Pre-Construction
$0. 3–0. 8M
Contractor vetting & contracts.
Construction Phase
$1.2–1.8M
Budget adherence & timeline speed.
Pre-Opening
$0.5–0.7M
Operational readiness verification.
Total Estimated Savings
$2.5–4.3M
Combined direct & indirect value
| Total Savings | $2.5M – $4.3M |
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| Costa Hospitality Fee (1–2%) | ($1.0M – $2.0M) |
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| Net Positive ROI | +$1.2M – +$3.5M |
Our Approach
The Voice of the Owner
Our owner representation model protects projects through three integrated phases.
"One partner. Complete protection. Successful opening."
Throughout every phase, Costa Hospitality remains accountable only to the owner.
Design Protection
Construction Protection
Throughout every phase, Costa Hospitality remains accountable only to the owner.
Pre-opening Protection
Methodology
Four Phase Project Execution
Phase 01
Design & Planning
Months 1-3
Key Milestone
Design Locked (Mo 3)
Value Created
$0.5M - $1.0M
Phase 02
Pre Construction
Months 4-5
Key Milestone
Groundbreaking (Mo 5)
Value Created
$0.3M - $0.8M
Phase 03
Construction
Months 6-23
Key Milestones
Structure (M12), MEP (M18)
Value Created
$1.2M - $1.8M
Phase 04
Pre-opening
Months 24-27
Key Milestone
Grand Opening (Mo 27)
Value Created
$0.5M - $0.7M
Owner Portal
Costa Hospitality Owner Portal
Project Execution
Construction Milestones
Construction Milestones
Design Approval
Design locked, feasibility confirmed
Groundbreaking
Construction officially begins
Structural Completion
Building envelope finished
MEP Completion
All systems installed
FF&E Installation
Interior finishes complete
Grand Opening
Revenue generation starts
4-Phase Approach
Phase 1: Design & Planning
Risk Checkpoint:
Budget Lock
Phase 2: Pre-Construction
Risk Checkpoint:
Contractor Vetting
Phase 3: Construction
Risk Checkpoint:
Mid-Project Audits
Phase 4: Pre-Opening
Risk Checkpoint:
Operational Readiness
Total Duration
24 Months
Major Milestones
6 Key Events
Project Phases
4 Distinct Stages
Target Outcome
On-Time Opening
Centralized Management
Collaborative Control: Costa Hospitality & Project Management Team
Key Advantages
Single Point of Accountability
We stand between the owner and project complexity, filtering noise and ensuring vision alignment.
Real-Time Visibility
Centralized reporting gives owners complete transparency into budget and schedule status.
Unbiased Advocacy
As the "Voice of the Owner," we manage all stakeholders with no conflicting vendor affiliations.
Communication Protocols
Weekly Progress Reports
Every Friday with budget/schedule updates & site photos.
Monthly Strategic Reviews
Face-to-face or video meetings with leadership team.
Real-Time Dashboard
24/7 owner portal access with live project metrics.
Ad-Hoc Updates
Immediate alerts for critical decisions requiring input.
Competitive Advantages
Proven Caribbean Hospitality Expertise
Comprehensive Risk Management
Proactive Risk Mitigation Strategy
Our systematic approach identifies, assesses, and neutralizes project risks before they impact timeline or budget. By leveraging115+ years of Caribbean experience, we transform potential liabilities into managed variables.
Pre-Opening Services
Specialized Pre-Opening Excellence
Assets & Systems
FF&E Installation
Complete management of Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment fitout.
Operating Equipment (OS & E)
Specification, procurement, and commissioning of all operational supplies.
Technology Systems Integration
Testing and integration of PMS, POS, and guest-facing technologies.
Inventory Setup & Management
Establishing inventory controls and initial stock levels for operations.
Transition & Handover
Planned Phased Handover
Strategic multi-phase transition from construction to operations.
Documentation
Complete operational manuals and system knowledge transfer.
* Not included in core scope but can be added if required
Project Scenarios, Fee Structures & ROI Analysis
Detailed Financial Model Breakdown
