Tamarindo Golf – Golf Courses Near Tamarindo
Tamarindo Golf may seem like a strange expression since most visitors to the coast are seeking beach experiences like Surfing in Tamarindo, strolling on the sand, or soaking in the fantastic sunsets. However, some of the best golf courses in Costa Rica are actually near Tamarindo so it’s easy to combine a beach and golf vacation.
Tamarindo golf opportunities are truly world-class as the town is flanked by two signature golf courses, both with waterfront holes, at the upscale real estate communities of Reserva Conchal and Hacienda Pinilla.
Reserva Conchal Golf Course
The Garra del Leon golf course at Reserva Conchal (site of the five star Westin and W Hotels) is situated just 25 minutes north of Tamarindo. This spectacular course is widely regarded as offering some of the best golfing in Costa Rica and has ranked in Conde Nast’s Top 25 International Golf Courses.
Garra de Leon is an 18 hole, 6956 yard, Par 71 championship course designed by internationally renowned architect Robert Trent Jones II. Garra del Leon represents “environmentally sensitive golf at its best.” As a result, it’s Audubon certified and you will often see indigenous wildlife like howler monkeys, deer, pizotes and tropical birds during your game.
Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
Hacienda Pinilla (site of the J.W. Marriott Hotel) is located 25 minutes south of Tamarindo in a beachfront residential community. The golf course at Hacienda Pinilla is an 18 hole championship links style course with open fairways and challenging winds.
Designed by famous architect Mike Young to conform to the natural contours of the land, this 7,274 yard, Par 72 course is a masterpiece. It is one of the few courses in the world created to face the ocean. Its coastal layout offers both exhilarating play and awe-inspiring views. Mike Young’s concern for the environment is evident in the Pinilla design. The course is Audubon Society certified for its preservation of native dry forest species.
If you’re a golfer considering buying La Perla Tamarindo Condos for Sale, then rest assured that you’ll be able to indulge your passion for golf while enjoying your beach condo in Costa Rica.
