Resort

Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort, Jacó

The only five-star resort in Jacó's top 12: a full-service Marriott on Playa Herradura beside the Los Sueños marina, with big pools, a kids club, a spa and a golf course.

800 meters west of Herradura Entrance, JacóShow on map

Reviewed by Costa Rica Day Trip Team Content Last Updated October 2026

Excellent685 reviews8.8
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Guest Score
8.8/10
Excellent · 685 reviews
Hotel Class
5-star
Resort
Check-in
4:00 PM
Check-out by 12:00 PM

The Los Sueños Marriott is the big resort of the Jacó area, on Playa Herradura about 5.5 km north of town. Guests score it 8.8 out of 10 and praise the pools, the grounds and the staff. The beach is not one most guests swim at, a daily resort fee is added on top of the room rate, and food on site is expensive. Check live room prices for your dates below.

Why Guests Choose It

  • The pools are the star. They are the feature guests praise most often, with a swim-up bar and adults-only swim-up rooms that open straight onto the water.
  • Location (9.45) and service (9.41) are its best-scored categories; value for money (7.89) is its weakest.
  • Wildlife on the grounds: scarlet macaws, sloths and iguanas come up often, and several guests rate the resort's Iguana eco tour of the golf course a highlight.
  • Built for families: a kids club, a kids' pool and a playground, and families were the largest group among the recent reviews we read.
  • A resort fee of USD 30 a night plus tax is charged on top of the room rate. It covers the eco tour, kayaks, paddleboards, bikes, the tennis court and the driving range.

Best for

  • Families who want a kids club and big pools to fill whole days on site
  • Golfers and travellers who want a spa, several restaurants and activities without leaving the resort
  • Anyone sailing from the Los Sueños marina, including the Tortuga Island catamaran

Think twice if

  • You want a swimming beach: several guests found Playa Herradura dark, rocky and not one they would swim at
  • You are watching costs: on top of the resort fee, guests report breakfast at about $40 a person, paid pool cabanas and expensive food and drink
  • You want to walk to restaurants and nightlife: apart from the marina next door, guests say there is little within walking distance

Amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Free Parking
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness center
  • Room service
  • Children's playground
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach access

About the Property

Luxurious Rainforest Getaway

Embark on a sophisticated retreat amidst the lush rainforest at Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort. Indulge in Costa Rica adventures like horseback riding and hiking while enjoying the elegance of our property.

Exclusive Amenities

Experience a private beach, an on-site golf club, and a kids club for family-friendly fun. Unwind with a spa massage as your children are entertained. Our rooms feature Wi-Fi, plush bedding, and private balconies, with select options offering stunning views and in-room hammocks.

Dining and Recreation

Savor delectable meals at our restaurants, stay fit with complimentary workout classes at Sibö Fitness Center, and relax by the outdoor pool. Discover endless paradise at Los Suenos Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort.

Ready to elevate your vacation experience? Book your stay now!

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Rooms & Prices

Checking live prices for Nov 20 to Nov 23, 2026 · 2 adults…

Rue De Lamarck Large King Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
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King Room

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
1/6

Garden Terrace King

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
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Balcony Rooms, Guest room, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 43 m² (463 ft²)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
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Ocean View King Bed

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
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Ocean View with Balcony, Guest room, 1 King Bed

  • 43 m² (463 ft²)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
1/8

Guest room, 2 Double, Ocean view, High floor, Balcony

  • 43 m² (463 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

One Twin Bunk Bed, Family room, Two Double

  • 49 m² (527 ft²)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

Emerald Bay Double Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double beds

Rue De Lamarck Large Double Room with Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double beds

Emerald Bay King Room with Ocean View and Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

Emerald Bay Double Room with Ocean View and Balcony

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double beds

Turquoise Executive King Suite with Sofa Bed and Balcony

  • Sleeps 2

Fresco One-Bedroom King Suite with Terrace

  • Sleeps 2

Presidential One-Bedroom King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe One-Bedroom Large King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Moser Family Two-Bedroom Suite with Fireplace

  • Sleeps 2
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Guest room, 2 Double, Balcony

  • 43 m² (463 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
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Presidential Suite

  • 165 m² (1776 ft²)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

One Twin Bunk Bed, Family room, One King

  • 48 m² (517 ft²)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

One Twin & One Queen Bunk Bed, Family room, One King

  • 56 m² (603 ft²)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin bed, 1 Bunk bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

One Twin Bunk Bed, Family room, One King, Ocean view

  • 52 m² (560 ft²)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
1/5

Guest room, 2 Double, Garden view, Ground floor

  • 43 m² (463 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

Deluxe Emerald Bay Large King Room with Ocean View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
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Swim up room, Adults only, Guest room, King, Poolside view

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Ocean View)

  • 73 m² (786 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King bed, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
1/5

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
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Room, 2 Double Beds, Terrace (Garden View)

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
1/5

Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
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Family Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
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Family Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double beds
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom (Ocean View)

  • 165 m² (1776 ft²)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King bed, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
1/10

Ocean View Master Suite

  • 73 m² (786 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Sofa bed, 1 Queen bed, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
1/9

Ocean view double beds

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

Tower One-Bedroom Penthouse King Suite with Skyline View

  • Sleeps 2
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Large Double Room

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone
1/9

Swim up room, Adults only, Guest room, 2 Double

  • 36 m² (388 ft²)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double beds, 1 Sofa bed
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Shower
  • Safety deposit box
  • TV
  • Telephone

Prices are for the whole stay in one room, in USD, and update hourly. Taxes and fees listed separately are not included and are payable on top. Reserve opens Los Sueños Marriott Ocean & Golf Resort on our booking partner's secure site with these dates and guests; pick the same room and rate there to book.

Guest Reviews

8.8

Excellent

685 guest reviews

Guests often praise

  • Beautiful location
  • Friendly staff
  • Great amenities

Some guests mention

  • High prices
  • Inconsistent service
  • Extra charges for services
Cleanliness8.4

Several reviews mention the well-maintained gardens and pools, indicating a generally clean environment.

Service9.4

Multiple reviews highlight friendly and helpful staff, with some specific mentions of exceptional service.

Location9.4

Described as a beautiful area with direct beach access, indicating a strong positive sentiment.

Room Quality8.9

Rooms are stated as large, clean, and well-maintained, although some concerns about noise were mentioned.

Amenities8.9

Great facilities, but concerns about additional charges for SPA and breakfast brought the score down a bit.

Value for Money7.9

Many reviews mention high costs and extra charges impacting the overall value perception.

Food and Beverage8.4

Food quality received praise but was described as overpriced.

Overall Experience8.9

Generally positive experiences with some notable negative comments impacting overall satisfaction.

Anthony

Couple · United States · Sep 2026

6

“We were not notified that our daily rate of $200 would be increased to $300 on A Friday”

Proximity to marina

A/C didn’t keep our room cool & comfortable

Adventure14869909563

Couple · Orlando, Florida · Aug 2026

10

“One of the best best places to stay in Costa Rica”

I found a beautiful spot here that was honestly I'm so gorgeous. My husband had so much fun playing golf and we enjoyed the whole trip. The rooms were really nice too!

OnAir45087841961

Family · Aug 2026

4

“Big hotel, no empathy from the personnel”

The place is very nice. Food is pretty good, but for such a big resort some things are missing. There is no place to charge electric cars and it is even worst ti say that’s there is no wiliness or empathy to help. The day was rainy and in such a big hotel no umbrellas for the guests to go to the cars. The place is nice but personnel is not capable to adapt and help the guest.

BooTerp02

Family · Hagerstown, Maryland · Aug 2026

10

“Wonderful stay on Central Coast”

Beautiful hotel, friendly people.

Aaron

Family · United Kingdom · Aug 2026

4

“Disappointed”

Some of the staff were really kind, pool was okay. Gym was good

Activities were limited to 30mins per day, so the advertisement was very misleading. Some staff were really unwilling to support on even a basic level. Hotel was just weird and unfriendly. Unlike the other 7 hotels we have stayed at in Costa Rica.

Hernandez

Group · United States · Aug 2026

10

“Excellent!”

Good location, excellent hotel and the staff amazing!

Scores and guest reviews are supplied by Nuitée, our booking partner. English-language reviews are shown, newest first; reviews with a score but no written comment are not listed.

Location

800 meters west of Herradura Entrance, Jacó, Costa Rica

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Policies & Good to Know

  • Check-inFrom 4:00 PM
  • Check-outUntil 12:00 PM
  • ChildrenChildren are welcome
  • PetsNo pets
  • ParkingFree parking

From the property

A daily resort fee of USD 30 plus taxes added to room rate includes pool floats, La Iguana Ecotour, use of kayaks, stand up paddle boards, bicycles, of the tennis court and driving range. Contact hotel for details. When traveling with pets, please note that an extra charge of USD 100 per stay applies. Only 1 dog of maximum 18 kg of weight is allowed per room. Must present pet vaccination card. Contact hotel for details.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. A deposit may be required at the property.

Which Room to Book at the Los Sueños Marriott

Most rooms at the Marriott are standard guest rooms with one king or two double beds, sold in several views. The view and the balcony drive the price more than the size does. Families have bunk-bed family rooms, couples have adults-only swim-up rooms, and there are larger suites.

RoomSizeSleepsNotes
Guest room, 1 King (garden or ocean view)36 m²3Listed with a sofa bed
Guest room, 1 King, Balcony43 m²3Also sold with an ocean view
Guest room, 2 Double36 to 43 m²4Garden, balcony or ocean view
Swim-up room (King or 2 Double)36 m²3 to 4Adults only
Family room, 1 King with bunk beds48 to 56 m²Up to 5Largest version sleeps five
Ocean View Master Suite73 m²4One bedroom
Presidential Suite165 m²5One bedroom, ocean view

For couples, the cheapest king room is the value pick. When we priced a three-night stay for two in mid-November 2026, it started at $1,391, with an ocean-view king from $1,646. In mid-January 2027 the cheapest king (garden view with a terrace) was $1,740 and an adults-only swim-up king was $2,611. Guests who stayed in the swim-up rooms liked them, though one couple found theirs looked over the children's playground and got no drink service at the swim-up pool.

For families, the two-double rooms sleep four and were $1,467 in the same November pull; a family room with bunk beds was $2,039. Do not book a swim-up room with children: they are adults only, and one family had a room cancelled at check-in for that reason. Another found the sofa bed in a king room was a small couch rather than a pull-out.

Pick the rate as carefully as the room. In both pulls, the breakfast rate cost $151 more than the same room only for three nights, about $25 a person a day, while guests who bought the buffet on site paid about $38 to $40 a person. Refundable rates were often cheaper than non-refundable ones, so compare both. All prices above include VAT but not the resort fee, which is paid on top. Our Jacó hotels guide compares the Marriott with smaller, cheaper hotels in town.

What Guests Say About the Los Sueños Marriott

Across all 685 reviews, the Marriott scores 8.8 out of 10. The review analysis rates location (9.45) and service (9.41) highest and value for money (7.89) lowest. We read the 72 most recent English reviews, from August 2025 to September 2026, and they split more than at most top-rated Jacó hotels.

Most guests love the pools and the grounds. The pool area is the most praised feature, and many mention the manicured gardens, the macaws that gather in the mornings and the eco tour around the golf course, which the resort fee covers. The breakfast buffet gets mostly good reviews, though one guest called it the worst they had had at a Marriott.

Service is the most divided topic. Many guests single out friendly, attentive staff by the pool, at breakfast and in the restaurants. A smaller but steady group describes slow restaurant service, hard-to-reach managers, being pointed to an app or QR code instead of being shown around, and billing problems.

The complaints repeat. Several guests say the beach is dark sand and rocks that almost nobody swims at. Many find food and extras expensive, and a few say the included activities were limited to about 30 minutes a day. A few rooms were described as dated or musty, with air conditioning failures, and some guests heard pool noise from their room. Mosquitoes after dark also come up.

What You Should Know

  • Treat it as a pool resort, not a beach resort. Several guests found Playa Herradura too rocky and dark to enjoy, and a few say loungers by the pool go early in the day.
  • The resort fee covers kayaks, paddleboards, bikes and the eco tour. Book activities in advance; a few guests say each one is limited to about 30 minutes a day.
  • Food on site is expensive, so a breakfast rate usually costs less than buying the buffet each morning. For dinner, guests mention the marina restaurants next door, and one says ride-hailing is cheaper than the resort's transport.
  • If your room's air conditioning struggles or it smells musty, report it straight away. Both come up in recent reviews, and some guests were moved to another room.

Getting to the Los Sueños Marriott

The Marriott is on Playa Herradura, about 800 m west of the Herradura entrance and beside the Los Sueños marina, about 5.5 km in a straight line north of Jacó centre. Most international visitors fly into San José (SJO); one recent guest put the drive at about an hour and 45 minutes. Parking is free for guests.

The marina is within walking distance and has restaurants, and a few guests rented a golf cart there to get around Los Sueños. For Jacó town you will need a car, taxi or ride-hailing app; several guests say there is not much else within walking distance.

The location suits boat days. The Tortuga Island catamaran checks in at the Los Sueños marina at 07:15, and fishing and other boat tours leave from the same area. Heading north, Carara National Park and the Tárcoles River crocodile tours are popular half days. For more ideas with children, see our things to do in Jacó for families, or compare other places to stay in our Jacó hotels guide.

Compare Other Jacó Hotels

Not sure Los Sueños Marriott is the right fit? These are four of the other Jacó hotels we can book, from the cheapest room in our guide to a small hotel by the Los Sueños gate. Our full Jacó hotel guide ranks 12, including the best-reviewed hotels that take bookings directly.

Compare Live Jacó Hotel Prices

Bright guest room with two beds and a seating area at Paradise Bay Hotel Boutique, Playa Herradura (photo 1 of 2)
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Best bookable score

Paradise Bay Hotel Boutique

9.1/10928 reviews

The highest weighted score we can book, tied with Apartotel Flamboyant at 9.03. A small hotel 50 metres from the Los Sueños entrance on Playa Herradura, with a pool, restaurant and breakfast included, from $153 a night for two.

Rooms, photos & reviews
From$139/ night
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Pool and two-storey apartment buildings among palms at sunset at Apartotel Girasol, Jacó (photo 1 of 2)
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Apartment-style value

Apartotel Girasol

9.1/10161 reviews

Apartment-style rooms around a pool, 700 metres from the centre of Jacó. Room only, from $127 a night, and its price barely moved across our five sample dates.

Rooms, photos & reviews
From$127/ night
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Two-storey rooms, lawn and pool under a large tree at Hotel Mar de Luz, central Jacó (photo 1 of 3)
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Cheapest here

Hotel Mar de Luz

8.8/101,030 reviews

The cheapest room in this comparison: $66 a night for two with breakfast on our May and July dates, $94 to $100 in the dry season. Central, with a playground, games room and kitchenettes, but no restaurant or bar.

Rooms, photos & reviews
From$203/ night
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Garden path between pools and the room block at Fuego del Sol Beachfront Hotel, Playa Hermosa (photo 1 of 3)
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Beachfront in Hermosa

Fuego del Sol Beachfront Hotel

8.8/101,253 reviews

On the beach at Playa Hermosa, 4.6 km south of Jacó, with a pool, restaurant and bar. Breakfast included from $128, but it jumped to $291 on our January date.

Rooms, photos & reviews
From$128/ night
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Indicative nightly rate for a 3-night stay, two adults, checking in about 30 days out. Before the local taxes and fees added at checkout.Room only. Local taxes and fees are added at checkout and can add roughly 20%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Los Sueños Marriott on the beach?+

Yes, it sits on Playa Herradura. But several recent guests say the beach is dark sand and rocks that few people swim at, and most spend their time at the resort's pools instead.

Is breakfast included at the Los Sueños Marriott?+

Only on some rates. When we checked three-night stays for November 2026 and January 2027, a breakfast rate cost $151 more than the same room only. Guests who bought the buffet on site report paying about $38 to $40 a person.

Does the Los Sueños Marriott charge a resort fee?+

Yes. The hotel lists a daily resort fee of USD 30 plus taxes, paid on top of the room rate. It covers pool floats, the Iguana eco tour, kayaks, paddleboards, bicycles, the tennis court and the driving range.

What are the check-in and check-out times?+

Check-in starts at 4:00 PM and check-out is by 12:00 PM.

Is the Los Sueños Marriott good for families?+

Yes. Children are welcome, and the resort has a kids club, a kids' pool and a playground, plus two-double rooms and bunk-bed family rooms. Families were the largest group among recent reviewers. The swim-up rooms are adults only.

Is parking free at the Los Sueños Marriott?+

Yes. Parking is free for guests, and so is Wi-Fi.

How far is the Los Sueños Marriott from Jacó?+

About 5.5 km in a straight line north of Jacó centre, so you will need a car or taxi to get to town. The Los Sueños marina, where the Tortuga Island catamaran checks in, is within walking distance.

Rooms & Prices