First Luxury Collection resort, outside of Panama to open in the Caribbean
Marriott International is further expanding in the Caribbean, opening a new resort, its latest in the Dominican Republic.
The new Ocean Club Costa Norte, which is just opening its doors, is a Luxury Collection Resort. It is the first such Luxury Collection resort, outside of Panama to open in the Caribbean.
The Ocean Club Costa Norte, set near Sosua on the north coast of the country, has a total of 64 suites by French designer, Nathalie Pain, ranging from one to three bedrooms, along with five four-bedroom penthouses.
Dining concepts include Baia, a signature eatery inspired by local produce; Agauzul, featuring Asian-Peruvian cuisine; Rock Bar and Grill, a Mediterranean-focused outdoor eatery, and a speakeasy called The Cellar.
Amenities include three pools, two of which are adults only, along with beachfront whirlpools with firepits. In addition, the resort has a beach with private wooden cabanas and beach service.
The Ocean Club Costa Norte is also home to a L’Occitane-branded spa with four treatment rooms and two sauna rooms.
Commendations on the opening
Philipp Weghmann, vice president and global brand leader for Marriott’s The Luxury Collection, was among the first to congratulate on the opening.
He remarked that “Costa Norte is an ideal fit for our expanding footprint as we continue to offer our global explorers captivating home bases from which to explore all corners of the world”.
He added that, “the Ocean Club will draw on the area’s natural wonders, and we’re delighted to offer our guests unique design and exceptional service as they discover this magical destination”.
Herve Humler, president of Ocean Club group, commented: “We are thrilled to formally introduce The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte as Dominican Republic’s most extraordinary place to vacation, gather, dine and delight. The opening of this newest gem further diversifies the reinvention of the northern coast of the Dominican Republic.”
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