Golf in Paradise
Tee off on world-class courses carved through tropical jungle and overlooking the Pacific — a golfer's dream setting.
Championship Golf Near Palo Seco
The Central Pacific is home to some of Costa Rica's finest golf, with championship courses set against ocean and jungle backdrops. From Isla Palo Seco, the nearest 18-hole layouts are within easy reach for a day on the links. Warm weather year-round, ocean views on every hole, and full resort facilities make it a memorable round for any golfer.
What to Expect
Ocean-View Holes
Year-roundSeveral holes play directly along the Pacific coastline.
Jungle Setting
Year-roundCourses wind through tropical forest with wildlife on the fairways.
Year-Round Play
Year-roundWarm, playable weather every month of the year.
Resort Facilities
Year-roundFull clubhouses, practice ranges, and dining on site.
Golf Courses in Costa Rica
Costa Rica has a small but excellent set of championship courses — most clustered in Guanacaste, two near San José, and one right on the Central Pacific close to Palo Seco. Here's the full list, ordered by distance from Isla Palo Seco. Click through to book a tee time directly with each course.
La Iguana Golf Course
Los Sueños, Herradura · ~20 min driveThe closest 18-hole course to Palo Seco. A Ted Robinson-designed par-72, 6,698 yards, winding through jungle with ocean views at the Los Sueños Marriott resort.
Tee times: +506 2630-9151
Valle del Sol
Santa Ana, San José · ~2 hr drive18-hole championship course (7,011 yards, par 72) by Tracy May on the western edge of the San José metro area. Public play welcome, driving range on site.
Green fee from $92 · +506 2282 9222
Cariari Country Club
San Antonio de Belén, San José · ~2 hr driveCosta Rica's most established course — a mature 18-hole layout in Ciudad Cariari between Alajuela and San José. Private club with tee times available for guests.
Reservations: 4082
Reserva Conchal
Playa Conchal, Guanacaste · ~4 hr driveRobert Trent Jones Jr. par-72 and the first Audubon-certified course in Costa Rica, set among lakes and tropical forest near Brasilito. Opened 1996.
+506 2654 3034
Peninsula Papagayo (Four Seasons Ocean Course)
Gulf of Papagayo, Guanacaste · ~4.5 hr driveArnold Palmer signature 18-hole par-72 with dramatic elevation changes and sweeping views of Bahía de Culebra. Audubon-certified sanctuary at the Four Seasons resort.
+506 2696-0000
Hacienda Pinilla
Tamarindo area, Guanacaste · ~4.5 hr drive18-hole par-72 (up to 7,200 yards) weaving through tropical forest along the Pacific shore. An Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary course near Playa Mansita.
+506 2681-4500
Tres Volcanes Golf Course
Sardinal, Guanacaste · ~4.5 hr drivePublic 18-hole par-72 with indoor simulators, padel courts, a pool, and restaurant. Open to both members and public access near the Guanacaste beach towns.
+506 6340 7656
Ready to Tee Off?
Tell us your dates and we'll book your tee time, arrange transfers, and set up a golf & stay package with your rental at Isla Palo Seco.