“Great resort!”
This was my second trip to Costa Rica, and I was looking to spend a few days relaxing after a business trip in San Jose. I was not disappointed. Being a female, solo traveler, I selected an inclusive resort because I knew that you needed a car to get around in Costa Rica. Everything was right there. The property is beautiful, the rooms very comfortable, the food quite good. Plus, I went during low season, so I got a good deal on the room and the resort was not over crowded. A few things to consider, though. First, the market is definitely the upscale traveler, not necessarily someone looking for a cultural experience. They didn't even have the traditional casado on the dinner menu, almost unheard of in Costa Rica. They must assume that people who stay at the Marriott aren't interested in Costa Rican food or culture. The food I had was quite good, but it's not traditional. Also, it is far from everything. So, if you're looking to relax and get away from it all (as I was) it's great. But it's a long trip from the Liberia airport, and is even 1/2 hour from the local town.