From Golfpedia Costa Rica
Reserva Conchal Golf Course is located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica. This golf course is located within the Reserva Conchal Resort, and it is considered a world-class golf destination that presents a fascinating blend of stunning natural beauty and exceptional play.
Designed by Robert Trent Jones II, Reserva Conchal Golf Course boasts lush greenery, picturesque lakes, and expansive ocean views, blends in perfectly with the surrounding Costa Rica tropical setting.
Golfers of all ability levels can enjoy a difficult round on the Reserva Conchal Golf Course. The 7,021-yard course, which has a par of 71, features strategically placed bunkers, undulating fairways, and immaculately kept greens. Every player will enjoy their round because there are various tee alternatives that accommodate a range of skill levels.
History
The origins of Reserva Conchal first emerged in the late 1990s, when a a visionary development plan was launched to turn the area into upscale resort and residential community. The Reserva Conchal Golf Course, which was opened in 1996, was designed by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones II; resulting in an 18-hole championship course that blends naturally with Costa Rica’s tropical surroundings and provides a difficult and beautiful golfing experience.
The Reserva Conchal Golf Course has hosted prestigious golf tournaments over the years, and attracted golf lovers from all over the world. Players of all abilities have praised it for its immaculate fairways, well-placed bunkers, and well-kept greens.
Rankings & Accolades
Top 5 Courses in Costa Rica, Golf Digest, May 2012
Top 25 Foreign Golf Resorts, Conde Nast Magazine, April 2011
Best Courses of the Caribbean & Mexico, Golf Week No.30, 2008-2016.
Course
The name of this course is Garra de Leon, which means “Lion Claw” in Spanish. The lush vegetation, lakes and spectacular ocean views of Guanacaste’s scenic beauty flawlessly blend with the complexity of the Golf Course. Each hole is named after a piece of Costa Rica flora and fauna. Names such as “Ceiba,” “Mariposa,” “Tigre,” “Orquídea,” and “Cascada” are among the well-known hole names in this golf course.
Reserva Conchal Golf Course in Guanacaste, Costa Rica | Credit: Reserva Conchal Golf
| Coordinates | 10.402286267847762, -85.80599621112339 Drive Here |
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| Location | Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, Costa Rica |
| Elevation | 36 feet (11m) |
| Established | 1996 |
| Total holes | 18 |
| Events Hosted | |
| Greens | Tifdwarf Bermuda grass |
| Fairways | Bermuda 419 grass |
| Certified | National Audubon Society |
| Designed by | Robert Trent Jones II |
| Par | 71 |
| Length | 7,021 yards |
| Website | reservaconchal .com/golf/ |
Surroundings
Reserva Conchal Golf Course is located within The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa, and recognized among the best ocean view golf courses in Costa Rica.
The Westin Reserva Conchal is a family-friendly all-inclusive resort, making it a great choice for families and couples looking for a relaxing vacation paired with a dose of scenic golf. The white-sand ‘Playa Conchal‘ beach nearby the golf course is gorgeous, with warm clear water and gentle waves. The resort also offers the Westin Kids Club, free fine dining, and elegant and spacious meeting facilities.
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