Los Suenos Marriott
La Iguana, the Ted Robinson course at the Los Suenos Marriott on the central Pacific coast, is a par 72 of about 6,698 yards cut into dense rainforest at Playa Herradura. Orchids, banana trees and 150 bird species share the round on one of Costa Rica's most atmospheric layouts.
Photo: La Iguana Golf Course via Google.
The verdict
La Iguana, the golf course at the Los Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort, was designed by Ted Robinson to blend into the rainforest that surrounds it at Playa Herradura, on the central Pacific coast about an hour and a half from San Jose. A par 72 of about 6,698 yards, it plays through dense jungle alive with orchids, banana trees and some 150 species of bird.
The course rating of 73.4 and slope of 145 hint at the test waiting for the player who strays from the corridors, where the jungle swallows the wayward shot. Part of a full service Marriott resort and marina, it is an easy, atmospheric base for the central Pacific, within reach of Jaco and the national parks, and it pairs well with the northern Guanacaste courses on a wider Costa Rica trip.
Los Suenos Marriott Golf Course at a glance
- Opened
- Late 1990s
- Designer
- Ted Robinson
- Type
- Rainforest parkland
- Par
- 72
- Yardage
- About 6,698 yds
- Green fee
- About 175 dollars
Designer, par, yardage, rating and slope verified June 2026 from leading course databases and the resort. La Iguana is a Ted Robinson design, a par 72 of about 6,698 yards with a course rating of 73.4 and a slope of 145. The indicative green fee of about 175 dollars for hotel guests reflects recent seasons and changes by season, so always confirm directly before booking.
The holes worth the trip
La Iguana feels like a round through a botanical garden, the holes carved into thick rainforest with the trees pressing close on both sides. Ted Robinson, known for his water features, used the jungle and the streams as the defense, so the premium is on finding the fairway and resisting the urge to chase distance.
The corridors are tighter than a typical resort course, and the slope of 145 reflects how quickly a missed line can turn into a lost ball among the foliage. The greens are receptive and fair, rewarding the player who has driven it straight, and the wildlife, from iguanas to toucans and monkeys, is a constant companion.
It is a course best enjoyed at a relaxed pace, with the heat and the humidity asking for an early tee time and plenty of water. For the travelling golfer the appeal is the setting as much as the test, a genuine jungle round a few minutes from the beach and the marina at Los Suenos.
How to get on
| What to know | Detail |
|---|---|
| Access | Resort course at the Los Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort; open to hotel guests and to visitors as part of stay and play arrangements |
| Green fee | About 175 dollars for 18 holes for hotel guests, indicative recent season; cart and range balls additional; rates vary by season |
| Booking | Book through the golf shop, the resort or a Costa Rica golf specialist; reserve early in the dry season |
| On the day | Carts standard in the jungle heat; caddies and forecaddies can be arranged; an early start beats the midday sun and afternoon rain |
| Getting there | Playa Herradura near Jaco on the central Pacific coast, about 90 minutes from San Jose international airport |
| Best months | December to April for the dry season; the central Pacific is greenest after the green season rains |
Access and fees verified June 2026; resort pricing changes by season and demand, so always confirm the current green fee and availability directly before booking.
Where to stay nearby
The natural base is the Los Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort itself, a beachfront property with a large marina, several restaurants and the course on the doorstep, plus condominiums across the surrounding community for longer or larger stays. It is a self contained resort that combines golf, beach and sportfishing in one place.
Nearby Jaco adds dining and nightlife, and the central Pacific national parks are within a short drive, so the course works well as part of a longer Costa Rica itinerary that can also take in the Guanacaste courses to the north.
Looking for a base? See our recommended hotels and resorts near Los Suenos Marriott Golf Course.
Build a central Pacific golf trip
We arrange the La Iguana tee times at Los Suenos, pair them with the best of the central and northern Pacific coast and book the lodging around them. Tell us roughly when and who is travelling and one concierge costs it to the head, with no obligation.
Los Suenos Marriott Golf Course questions
Who designed the Los Suenos Marriott golf course?
The course, named La Iguana, was designed by Ted Robinson at the Los Suenos Marriott Ocean and Golf Resort at Playa Herradura on the central Pacific coast of Costa Rica.
What is the par and length of La Iguana?
La Iguana is a par 72 of about 6,698 yards, with a course rating of 73.4 and a slope of 145, played through dense rainforest.
How much does it cost to play Los Suenos?
The indicative green fee is about 175 dollars for 18 holes for hotel guests, with cart and range balls additional. Rates change by season, so always confirm directly before booking.
Can visitors play La Iguana at Los Suenos?
Yes. The course is open to Los Suenos Marriott guests and to visitors through stay and play arrangements. Reserve early in the December to April dry season.
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Researched and written by the GolfForKings editorial desk. Designer, par, yardage, rating and slope verified June 2026; indicative green fees verified June 2026. Last reviewed June 2026.