golf in costa rica
Golf in Costa Rica is special. A lush rainforest surrounds, a macaw passes overhead and a monkey rudely critiques swings from a nearby tree. Our courses offer spectacular mountain views of a San Jose course or the ocean views of Guanacaste and mid Pacific courses.
The following courses await you in Costa Rica.
guanacaste area
1. Reserva Conchal
This Robert Trent Jones course is located in Brasilito/Playa Conchal area. The Reserva Conchal golf course was the first Audubon-certified course in Costa Rica, and its layout will test your golf skills.
Type: Semi-Private Resort Course. You need to be a Paradisus Conchal guest or Conchal condo rental.
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at (506) 2654-4123
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2. Hacienda Pinilla
Inside the Hacienda Pinilla resort near the town of Tamarindo, this course has beautiful ocean views and was designed to conform to the slopes and contours of the natural landscape of Hacienda Pinilla. This 7,300-yard, par 72 masterpiece golf course is the creation of Mike Young, who is responsible for some of the finest courses in the southern United States.
Type: Resort Course
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at (506) 2680 3000 or reserve online
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3. Four Seasons
This 6,788 yard Arnold Palmer championship course sits in the Papagayo Peninsula just minutes from Liberia International Airport. More than half of the holes offer spectacular views of the ocean.
Type: Private Resort Course
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at (506) 2696-0000
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mid-pacific area
1. Marriott Los Sueños
Located inside the Marriott resort in Herradura/Jaco area, this Ted Robinson course was landscaped to include exotic native plants, banana trees and orchids, more than 150 species of birds as well as monkeys and other wildlife that have been identified on the grounds. This challenging course blends into the mesmerizing scenery.
Type: Resort Public Course
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at (506) 2630 9012 or reserve online
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2. Los Delfines
Located in Tambor at the tip of the Nicoya Peninsula, this 6,264 yard course consists of nine intriguing holes that have an unbelievable setting, Costa Rica’s tropical scenery.
Type: Resort Course
Reservations: Call the Pro Shop at (506) 2683-0294 or reserve online
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san jose area
1. Valle del Sol
Located in the Santa Ana area, this 7,011 yard championship course offers ample and waved fairways surrounded by majestic trees and 15 large lakes which attract diversified and lively wild life, where more than 20 different bird species can be observed.
Type: Public Course
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at 2282-9222 or book online
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2. Cariari
Located in Cuidad Cariari community between the airport and San Jose, this 6,590 yard George Fazio championship course hosts many international tournaments and is a local favorite due its challenging tight fairways, wooded rough and guarded greens, and beautiful mountain views.
Type: Private Course
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3. Los Reyes
Located in La Guacima, this 5,834 yard Robertson Ward course has well maintained and attractive fairways, as well as well tended greens.
Type: Semi-Private Course
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at (506) 2438-0004
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4. Monteran
Located in the east side of San Jose, this 2,243 yard Douglas Beach par 3 course offers city views and a course that will test your mid to short game.
Type: Private Course
Reservations: Call Pro Shop at (506) 2273-8779
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5. Costa Rica Country Club
Located in the Escazu area, this 6,031 yard Charles Donovan course offers tight fairways with rolling hills and excellent mountain views. Opened in 1940, this country club course is full of tradition.
Type: Private Course
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costa rica's best places for golfing
On the map you'll find Costa Rica's tourism regions, where you can participate in these activities. For more information on any of these activities, contact your travel agent or hotel.