4 Best Costa Rica Golf Courses
Costa Rica offers a paradise for golf enthusiasts, where lush rainforests meet pristine coastlines and world-class courses are waiting to be discovered. From the breathtaking ocean views at the Four Seasons Peninsula Papagayo to the award-winning courses of Los Sueños, Costa Rica offers a unique blend of natural beauty and challenging play. Whether you’re an avid golfer seeking the best courses or a casual player looking to enjoy a round surrounded by spectacular scenery, Costa Rica’s diverse landscapes provide the perfect backdrop. Let Costa Rica Experts help you craft the ultimate golf getaway.
Whether your idea of the perfect day involves 36 holes or a few rounds between your sportfishing and scuba diving agenda, we’ve got you covered! Costa Rica is rapidly becoming a world-class golf destination, with several championship courses in the capital city of San Jose as well as along the tropical Pacific Coast. Costa Rica golf is on its way to becoming a popular pastime.
Arnold Palmer Ocean Course at Peninsula Papagayo
The Arnold Palmer Ocean Course at Peninsula Papagayo is a world-class golfing destination designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer. Nestled within the luxurious Four Seasons Resort, this 18-hole, par-72 course offers dramatic ocean views from 14 of its holes, winding through lush tropical forests and pristine coastline. Known for its challenging layout and impeccable course conditions, the Ocean Course seamlessly blends natural beauty with thoughtful design, providing an unforgettable experience for golfers of all levels.
La Iguana Golf Course at Los Sueños Marriott
La Iguana Golf Course is Ted Robinson Jr’s picturesque par 72 golf course situated on a secluded cove in the Jaco & Central Pacific area. With pristine natural beauty, this course offers beautiful views of Costa Rica’s coastline and lush rainforests. Iguana Course, one of the very finest in all of Costa Rica, is a unique ecological experience and only two hours away from San Jose.
Garra de Leon Golf Course at Playa Conchal
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the tropical forests of Guanacaste, Robert Trent Jones II’s challenging golf course is located on the magnificent grounds of the Westin Playa Conchal. This course is something of an ecological treasure as it snakes from the sea to the hills of an old teak ranch and then back to the sea again, finishing with a bending par 5 that arcs like a lion’s claw to the last pin.
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course at JW Marriott
This course is nestled along the north Pacific coast of Guanacaste on Langosta Beach in the most exotic setting. The rolling coastal landscape gives the resort a unique “ranch-like” ambiance. The 7,500-yard, par-72 masterwork, created by Mike Young, offers superb playing conditions by the sea.
Costa Rica Golf FAQs:
Yes! Dress codes can vary, but you will generally be fine with Dockers and a collared shirt for men and something similar or a skirt or skort for women. You’ll also need close-toed shoes. We also highly recommend bringing a hat, sunscreen, and lots of water.
No, you do not need golf shoes to play golf in Costa Rica. You can play golf in close-toed tennis shoes or sneakers, preferably ones with a little grip on the bottom.
You can set one up with the resort in advance or get started with a Costa Rica Expert. You’ll generally want to give a few days’ notice (especially in peak season: December – May) and note that earlier times of day typically fill up faster.
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