Marina Pez Vela

What Marina Pez Vela does

Marina Pez Vela is a privately held, integrated waterfront destination located in Quepos on Costa Rica's central Pacific coast, operating under the legal entity Marina Pez Vela Quepos S.A. The company operates 250+ concrete floating slips accommodating vessels up to 200 feet with 14-foot depth access, supported by what it describes as the largest and safest 200-ton Marine Travelift haulout system on the Central American Pacific coast. The facility also operates the only 100% polished diesel fuel station in Central America, a 24/7-secured marina with fiber optic internet, pump-out stations, and concierge services, alongside an on-site yacht yard staffed by 45 factory-trained workers and 19 pre-approved specialized contractors. Adjacent to the marina, the company runs the Las Villas luxury ocean-view villa rental brand, an on-site commercial plaza featuring restaurants, retail, a PADI dive center (Oceans Unlimited), and tour operators, as well as yacht sales representation for Boston Whaler, Cabo, Ferretti, and Hatteras.

The business generates revenue through a hybrid model combining recurring monthly slip rentals (floating wet slips and 40-space dry rack for vessels up to 38 feet), transactional yacht yard services (haulouts, repairs, maintenance), villa short-stay accommodation, tournament entry fees and sponsorships, on-site commercial rents, and brokerage commissions. Its customer base spans four primary segments: yacht owners and operators, sportfishing enthusiasts, superyacht charter clients, and tourists/visitors. The company pursues an event-driven go-to-market strategy anchored by hosting major international billfish tournaments, including the annual Pelagic Rockstar Offshore Tournament (which drew 107 teams and 606 anglers in 2025) and the inaugural Bisbee's Costa Rica Offshore Tournament in April 2026, the first time the 44-year-old Bisbee's brand has expanded beyond Cabo San Lucas. Distribution combines direct-to-consumer reservations with channel partnerships, notably a strategic relationship with Fraser, a leading global superyacht charter firm, which, combined with the Costa Rica Marina Association's success in securing a 47-0 legislative vote on marina reform law extending concessions to 40 years and permitting superyacht charters over 24m, positions Marina Pez Vela as a primary gateway for the Central American Pacific superyacht market.

Name

Marina Pez Vela

Legal name

Marina Pez Vela Quepos S.A.

Website

https://marinapezvela.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Marina Pez Vela is a privately held marina and yacht yard in Quepos, Costa Rica, operating 250+ slips, a 200-ton haulout facility, luxury villas, a commercial plaza, and sportfishing tournament operations serving yacht owners, sportfishers, superyacht charter clients, and tourists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Marina and Yacht Yard Services

NAICS

Marinas (713930), Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

SIC

Ship & Boat Building & Repairing (3730)

akta.pro primary industry

Dry Docking & Dockyard Operations (Graving/Floating Docks, Docking Services) (TLAHAMAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Yacht & Recreational Boat Service & Refit (TLAKAKAD)

Keywords

• Marina slip rentals
• Yacht yard services
• Sportfishing tournaments
• Superyacht haulout
• Waterfront hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Quepos

HQ country

Costa Rica

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Las Villas Accommodation: Luxury ocean-view villa rentals at Las Villas Marina Pez Vela for visiting boaters and tourists.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Marina Pez Vela operates a full-service marina and yacht yard in Quepos, Costa Rica, offering 250+ concrete floating slips for vessels up to 200 feet, a 200-ton Marine Travelift haulout and repair facility, the only 100% polished diesel fuel station in Central America, and an integrated waterfront ecosystem with restaurants, shops, luxury villas, sportfishing charters, and international tournament hosting. The facility serves yacht owners, sportfishers, and tourists on Costa Rica's central Pacific coast.

Product overview

Marina Pez Vela operates as an integrated waterfront destination offering a unified portfolio of marine and hospitality services. The core offerings include Marina Services (250-slip full-service marina with fuel, utilities, and security) and Yacht Yard Services (200-ton haul-out capacity with comprehensive repair capabilities). Adjacent services encompass Sportfishing Operations and Fishing Tournaments, a Commercial Plaza with restaurants and retail, Villas accommodation, Tours and Activities, and Yacht Sales assistance. These components function as an interconnected destination ecosystem where marina slips, repair services, fishing operations, lodging, dining, and activities serve yacht owners, sportfishers, tourists, and tournament participants.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Las Villas: Luxury ocean-view villas at Marina Pez Vela, offering accommodations with access to sportfishing, restaurants, and natural beauty of Manuel Antonio.

Products and services

• Marina Services Full-service marina offering 250 floating concrete slips accommodating vessels up to 200 feet with 14-foot depth, featuring 100% polished diesel fuel station, 24/7 security, fiber optic internet, digital TV, electricity, pump-out stations, dock boxes, concierge, and emergency services for yacht owners and operators.
• Yacht Yard Services World-class boat repair and maintenance facility featuring a 200-ton Marine Travelift haul-out system (the largest on the Central American Pacific coast), skilled labor for electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, fiberglass, and welding work, with 45 factory-trained workers and 19 pre-approved specialized contractors serving superyachts and motor yachts.
• Sportfishing Services Sportfishing operations including charter fishing, tournament management, and access to some of the world's richest fishing waters, supporting species such as marlin, sailfish, dorado, tuna, and roosterfish for sportfishing enthusiasts and charter clients.
• Fishing Tournaments Annual tournament series including Dorado Derby, Pelagic Rockstar Offshore Tournament, Rooster Rodeo, Sailfish Slam, Flor de Cana Signature Open, IGFA Open, Tuna Thunder, with hosting of major international events such as Bisbee's Costa Rica Offshore Tournament and Offshore World Championship for sportfishing teams.
• Commercial Plaza Waterfront commercial center featuring restaurants (Runaway Grill, Gabriellas, The Butcher Block, Cuba Libre), shops (CR Primo, Montecristo Marine), activities (Oceans Unlimited diving, jet ski tours, parasailing, catamaran cruises), medical services, banking, car rental, and real estate services for marina guests and visitors.
• Villas at Marina Pez Vela Luxury ocean-view villa rentals adjacent to the marina (sub-brand: Las Villas), offering accommodations with access to sportfishing, restaurants, and Manuel Antonio natural attractions for tourists and visiting boaters.
• Yacht Sales Professional yacht sales team assisting clients with purchasing new motor yachts, fishing boats, multi-use vessels, and previously owned vessels, representing brands including Boston Whaler, Cabo, Ferretti, and Hatteras.
• Tours and Activities Curated tour experiences including fishing tours (half-day and full-day), catamaran excursions, jet ski tours, boat tours, parasailing, ATV tours, and white-water rafting on the Savegre River for marina guests and tourists.
• Dry Dock Storage Dry rack storage for vessels up to 38 feet, with 40 spaces available and crane capacity of 25,000 lbs, offered on a monthly subscription basis as an alternative to wet slip rentals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3,642 successful haulouts and launches completed
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Costa Rica Marina AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 March 2021Industry association representing Costa Rica's marina operators. Jeff Duchesneau (GM of Marina Pez Vela) serves as member. Working with Costa Rica Legislative Assembly on marina reform laws to attract superyachts. Collaborated on new legislation allowing superyachts over 24m to charter legally and stay up to one year.
• Fraser (Superyacht Charter)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLeading global superyacht charter and sales company. Collaborated with Costa Rica Marina Association on superyacht charter reform legislation. Fraser CEO Raphael Sauleau noted Costa Rica's potential as a superyacht destination. Advised on charter regulations from both charterer and owner perspectives.
• Bisbee's Offshore Tournament SeriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegendary 44-year-old sportfishing tournament brand making debut in Costa Rica April 2026. First-ever all billfish release tournament in Bisbee's history, aligning with Costa Rica's sustainable fishing practices. Marina Pez Vela hosting the inaugural Bisbee's Costa Rica Offshore Tournament.
• TeenSmartminorOthersNonprofit organization with an online platform educating Costa Rican youth on emotional health, wellbeing, nutrition, and important issues for high-risk populations including violence, substance abuse, and sexual abuse. Marina Pez Vela supports through corporate social responsibility programs.
• United Nations Sustainable Development GoalsminorOthersMarina Pez Vela's corporate responsibility strategy is based upon the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on environmental stewardship and social/cultural responsibility projects in the Quepos area.
• Local Commission of EmergencyminorOthersCOVID-19 relief collaboration with local government and nonprofits to distribute food to families struggling with economic crisis. Marina contributes resources and coordination support.
• Various Tour OperatorsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site tour operators including Oceans Unlimited (PADI dive center), Manuel Antonio Jet Ski, Aguas Azules (parasailing), Ocean King (catamaran), Sunset Sails, and others offering water activities to marina visitors.
• Pelagic Tournament SeriescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnnual Pelagic Rockstar Offshore Tournament hosted at Marina Pez Vela. Record-breaking 2025 event with 107 teams and 606 anglers. Tournament draws international participants to the marina facility.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Marina Cabo San Lucas: Sportfishing-focused marina on Mexico's Pacific coast with yacht slips, fuel, and tournament hosting. Directly comparable to MPV in customer base (big-game anglers), tournament-driven GTM, and luxury yacht services on the Pacific sportfishing circuit.
• Bahia Mar Yachting Center: Fort Lauderdale mega-yacht marina and host venue for the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Comparable as a destination marina with deep-water slips, yacht services, and event-driven traffic model serving sportfishing and superyacht segments.
• Puerto Los Cabos Marina: Integrated resort marina in Los Cabos combining slips, fuel, haulout, charter services, and a commercial plaza on the Pacific sportfishing circuit. Directly comparable destination marina model targeting sportfishing and yacht clientele.
• Marina Vallarta: Full-service marina in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with yacht slips, charter services, and adjacent commercial plaza/villa accommodations on the Mexican Pacific. Direct comparable in facility scope, services, and Pacific sportfishing tourism model.
• Sunset Marina Resort & Yacht Club: Full-service marina in Cancun, Mexico with sportfishing charter fleet, yacht slips, and tournament hosting. Comparable as a Caribbean-Latin America destination marina serving billfish tournament participants and mega-yacht owners.
• Marina Costa Baja: Full-service marina and resort in La Paz, Mexico combining slips, boatyard, sportfishing charters, and adjacent real estate on the Pacific coast. Directly comparable destination marina model with billfish tourism focus.

Broad incumbents

• Suntex Marinas: US-based marina operator with a portfolio of yacht marinas and boatyards across North America. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering yacht services, fuel, storage, and boatyard operations at scale.
• IGY Marinas: Largest global marina operator with a portfolio of premium yacht marinas and superyacht facilities across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the marina/yacht yard services space with overlapping superyacht and sportfishing segments.
• Safe Harbor Marinas: North America's largest marina operator with 130+ locations offering slips, dry storage, and yacht services. Comparable as a broad incumbent establishing the operational template for premium marina/yacht yard services.

Others

• Fraser Yachts: Global superyacht charter and sales company that is both a strategic partner to MPV (Costa Rica charter reform collaboration) and a channel peer for marina-superyacht tourism distribution. Comparable as the ecosystem partner/competitor in driving superyacht traffic to premium marinas.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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