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Costa Rica Is the Dreamy Setting for HGTV's New Hotel Renovation Show
Watch Betting on Paradise Tuesdays at 12p|11c.
About the Show
In Betting on Paradise, married couple Steph Sitt and Luke Shantz follow their dreams and gamble everything to transform a shabby Costa Rican motel into a luxurious tropical oasis. But soon, they're swamped by a cascade of renovation disasters that threaten to derail their Pura Vida dream.
About the Hosts
Steph Sitt and Luke Shantz
HGTV HostsLuke Shantz is a self-proclaimed jack of all trades, with backgrounds in construction, landscaping and sales. Steph Sitt has 16 years of experience in the hotel industry, with roles in front office and operations at numerous renowned hotel brands.
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Costa Rica Is the Dreamy Setting for HGTV's New Hotel Renovation Show
Betting on Paradise premieres Tuesday January 7 at 9|8c. HGTV has all the details on the new series.
Episodes
See Episode GuideAll In
The site inspection kicks off with telltale cracks that spell disaster, but the newly-minted hoteliers embrace the bright side of demolition as they create a luxe tropical oasis from scratch. Also, the family makes time for a magical beach celebration.
All In
The site inspection kicks off with telltale cracks that spell disaster, but the newly-minted hoteliers embrace the bright side of demolition as they create a luxe tropical oasis from scratch. Also, the family makes time for a magical beach celebration.
All In
The site inspection kicks off with telltale cracks that spell disaster, but the newly-minted hoteliers embrace the bright side of demolition as they create a luxe tropical oasis from scratch. Also, the family makes time for a magical beach celebration.
Sinkhole Nightmare
Work on the sewage system opens up a budget-busting sinkhole in the yard, and the build falls a week behind schedule. Steph gets creative and kicks the honeymoon suite into turbo mode, and Luke promises a solution when the windows arrive without screens.
Sinkhole Nightmare
Work on the sewage system opens up a budget-busting sinkhole in the yard, and the build falls a week behind schedule. Steph gets creative and kicks the honeymoon suite into turbo mode, and Luke promises a solution when the windows arrive without screens.
Deep End Dilemma
The race is on to complete the poolside guest rooms, but Luke's progress is threatened with a red-tape snafu that brings work to a standstill. Also, a celebrated mural painter has a vision and the family heads into the rainforest for a zipline adventure.
Deep End Dilemma
The race is on to complete the poolside guest rooms, but Luke's progress is threatened with a red-tape snafu that brings work to a standstill. Also, a celebrated mural painter has a vision and the family heads into the rainforest for a zipline adventure.
Gardening Pains
With work on the pool area at a standstill, Steph and Luke kick the garden rooms into high gear. The pool bar gets under way, but the garden plan hits a concrete roadblock. Also, Luke's parents arrive in Costa Rica with plenty of love and encouragement.
Suite Dreams and a Broken Budget
When catastrophic news threatens to derail the entire project, Steph and Luke come up with an emergency plan, but it all hinges on completing the casita suites. And now that they're down to just a few thousand dollars, it's game on for a critical reveal.
All In
The site inspection kicks off with telltale cracks that spell disaster, but the newly-minted hoteliers embrace the bright side of demolition as they create a luxe tropical oasis from scratch. Also, the family makes time for a magical beach celebration.
Sinkhole Nightmare
Work on the sewage system opens up a budget-busting sinkhole in the yard, and the build falls a week behind schedule. Steph gets creative and kicks the honeymoon suite into turbo mode, and Luke promises a solution when the windows arrive without screens.
Race to Paradise
With just days until the combined wedding and grand opening, the team kicks construction into overdrive. The knockout pool bar surpasses expectations, and without a minute to spare, it's two celebrations in one as everyone heads to the beach at sunset.
Deep End Dilemma
The race is on to complete the poolside guest rooms, but Luke's progress is threatened with a red-tape snafu that brings work to a standstill. Also, a celebrated mural painter has a vision and the family heads into the rainforest for a zipline adventure.
Gardening Pains
With work on the pool area at a standstill, Steph and Luke kick the garden rooms into high gear. The pool bar gets under way, but the garden plan hits a concrete roadblock. Also, Luke's parents arrive in Costa Rica with plenty of love and encouragement.
Suite Dreams and a Broken Budget
When catastrophic news threatens to derail the entire project, Steph and Luke come up with an emergency plan, but it all hinges on completing the casita suites. And now that they're down to just a few thousand dollars, it's game on for a critical reveal.
Race to Paradise
With just days until the combined wedding and grand opening, the team kicks construction into overdrive. The knockout pool bar surpasses expectations, and without a minute to spare, it's two celebrations in one as everyone heads to the beach at sunset.
