Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort, Costa Rica

Morning mist lifts off the rainforest, and the Pacific glows pewter-blue beyond crescent Playa Herradura. 

Wrapped in terracotta arches and palm gardens, Los Sueños Marriott is a grand coastal playground with 201 rooms and suites, where howler monkeys chatter at dawn and the sea breeze carries the scent of hibiscus and salt. 

It’s Costa Rica’s classic resort mood: tropical, elegant, and blissfully unhurried.

What Makes It Special

• Beachfront setting in the sheltered Herradura Bay
• La Iguana golf course threading through rainforest with ocean views
• Large free-form pools with palms, islands, and quiet corners
• Spa using tropical botanicals and open-air relaxation areas
• Easy access to the marina for sunset sails and wildlife boat trips
• Family-friendly programs alongside grown-up, serene spaces

A Day at Los Sueños

Morning

Barefoot to the beach as pelicans skim the bay; fresh pineapple and gallo pinto on a shaded terrace. Tee off amid scarlet macaws and glossy ceiba trees, or hike the garden paths where orchids cling to stone.

Afternoon

Slip into the lagoon-like pool; the water’s warm, the palms whisper, and a ceviche beaded with lime arrives. Spa time: volcanic-stone massage, then a cool mint tea in the courtyard.

Evening

Golden hour paints the marina masts; you dine on just-caught mahi-mahi with chimichurri while the surf hushes the shoreline.

Night

A stroll under frangipani, frogs singing; back on your balcony, you can smell the ocean and distant rain.

Insider Tips for Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort

• Transfer time from San José Airport (SJO): about 1.5 hours, but can double during rush hour.
• Rental car agencies near SJO close around 11 pm—if your flight arrives late, consider staying overnight in San José.
• The café inside the hotel is much cheaper for breakfast/lunch and still very good.
• Main pool gets crowded by mid-morning—arrive early (8–9 am) if you want loungers or umbrellas.
• Book golf tee times early—mornings (before 10 am) are best to avoid heat.
• Tortuga Island Day Tour is a top excursion—book days in advance.

Why We Love It (Curated Highlights)

At Hotelagio we hand-pick only stays that feel truly one-of-a-kind. This property made our list because of these rare details:

• Rainforest fairways—a championship course where toucans and ocean views share your line.
• Sheltered bay—calm water at Herradura makes for easy swims and mellow kayaking.
• Resort scale, quiet pockets—expansive pools and gardens with nooks for reading or romance.
• Marina at your doorstep—from sportfishing to sunset cruises without long transfers.
• Sense of place—tropical design, local flavors, and birdlife all around.

For Whom

Couples: sunset marina walks, spa rituals, balcony evenings.
Families: roomy grounds, calm bay, kid-friendly menus and activities.
Golf & groups: destination rounds, spacious pool decks, and multiple dining venues.
Workations/retreats: reliable Wi-Fi, airy lounges, and nature breaks between calls.

Quick Facts (Luxury Snapshot)

Location: Playa Herradura, Central Pacific Coast, Costa Rica—~1 hr 15 min by car from San José (SJO)
Rooms: 201 rooms & suites (many with ocean or garden views, balconies/terraces)
Rates: From USD 183 (great value for beach access, golf, and resort amenities)
Best for: Beach lovers, golfers, families, winter-sun seekers
Style: Classic, opulent resort with Spanish-colonial accents and tropical gardens