The newest Marriott International resort has opened its doors in the Dominican Republic. 

The Ocean Club, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa Norte is the first-ever Luxury Collection resort in the Caribbean. 

It joins one other Luxury Collection property in wider region, which is in Panama.

The Ocean Club, 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. 

“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,” said Philipp Weghmann, VP and Global Brand Leader for The Luxury Collection. “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.”

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. 

That’s along with a beach with private wooden cabanas and beach service. 

The Ocean Club is also home to a L’Occitane-branded spa with four treatment rooms and two sauna rooms. 

“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,” said Herve Humler, President of Ocean Club group. “The opening of this newest gem further diversifies the reinvention of the northern coast of the Dominican Republic.”

For more, visit The Ocean Club.