What happened
JW Marriott's first all-inclusive resort, the JW Marriott Costa Elena Resort & Spa, is now taking reservations ahead of its scheduled opening on September 10, 2026. Located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica, the property reimagines the former Dreams Las Mareas site with 415 rooms, including the Griffin Club for enhanced privacy. Amenities include a 44,000-square-foot poolscape, a 16,000-square-foot spa, 11 dining venues, and a culinary school. Booking calendars currently show availability starting October 15 at $577 per night for double occupancy, though Marriott Bonvoy award rates are not yet displayed