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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
Family-friendly property on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools

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Aerial view
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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Hot tub, steam room, body scrubs, facials

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Matapalo
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamante Eco Adventure Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)

Room options

View all photos for Suite Superior with Ocean View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite Superior with Ocean View

  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(57 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Superior (L))

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Standard | E)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (Standard | E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(148 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (Tropical View, C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 73 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 73 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (L))

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (E))

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Junior with Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite Junior with Garden View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Room Superior

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Room Superior

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Suite Junior with Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Family Suite -5 guests-

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Family Suite -5 guests-

  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 5

About the area

El Ocotal

An all-inclusive stay in Sardinal awaits you at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. You'll be within a 10-minute walk of Playa Matapalo and 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Highlights at this beachfront property include 4 restaurants, 4 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at Renova Spa can include massages, body scrubs and facials along with access to the hot tub and steam room. At the property's own lounge bar or poolside bar, you can enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site free water park and nightclub. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and a sauna. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 4-property class Sardinal property, you'll be 18.9 km (11.7 mi) from Flamingo Beach and 20.8 km (12.9 mi) from Coco Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Matapalo - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Ocotal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Pool Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Toscana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Arenal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Papagayo - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Family-friendly property on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

As a guest of Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive, you'll find a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 4 outdoor swimming pools. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a nightclub, and a 24-hour fitness centre are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Sardinal property.

  • 1 building
  • 538 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • Built in 2012
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Food/drink service (free)
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offers 538 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Sardinal property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa, Renova Spa. Services include facials and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Living room
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2012
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21 years old. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. This property uses a grey water recycling system. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Costa Rica Hotel Riu
Costa Rica Hotel Riu Palace
Costa Rica Palace
Hotel Riu
Hotel Riu Costa Rica
Hotel Riu Costa Rica All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Yep, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Yep, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is a short 7-minute walk from Playa Matapalo. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Yep, Renova Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a steam room. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body scrubs and facials.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive has 4 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive features 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a nightclub.

What makes Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and a lounge bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive.

Is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, free supervised childcare and a playground, it's no surprise that Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive serve breakfast?

You bet, free buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

No, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 4 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 331 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 220 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 99 out of 1386 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1386 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tamara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly, fresh fruit always available.
Stayed 16 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Ronnie

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Poonam

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GABRIELLA

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall our stay here was great. The staff was friendly, accommodating, and very helpful. The pools were perfect, tons of seating, always clean and the entertainment provided was pretty good. My only issue was the food. Breakfast was great but the lunch and dinner options were pretty bad. Just very bland choices and not the best grade of meats.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alexis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my boyfriend visited Riu Palace in Costa Rica for the first time for his birthday. We met a lot of new people and had fun. I rate a 4/5 only due to food. Food was okay but not really great . But the entertainment 5/5. We did the spa there and LOVED IT! Very relaxing . Carlos was our booker and he was the sweetest❤️ the bartender in the pool Warren G is the best! We did enjoy ourselves. We always stay at Riu Palace out of the country.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

BASILIA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Gabriela Stephanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
From the moment we arrived, it was chaotic. We had checked in online, but the hotel still required us to check in, in person. We were in the check in line for over an hour. The staff were friendly but very slow to get people checked in. Dining options were limited, we wanted to try the Steakhouse but they would not allow reservations, only waiting in a long line at 5:30pm. And the WiFi at the hotel didn’t work at all, not even in the lobby. Connection was very slow. There were also two power outages while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Everton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast and good staff vibe
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hector

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Premila

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is very nicely situated and a great place for vacation but the facility needs an upgrade on lots of things around including the rooms, beds, tv choices of English channels. Some menu items and restaurants were advertised but not available or opened. We had great service from staff members and very friendly, attentive and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Everything was wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

freddie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area and coffee shop was excellent but the food was not that great .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

CHRIS

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Brooke

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, but the resort needs serious updates. Our room was dirty and outdated, and the door didn’t lock. Long buffet lines and almost impossible to eat at the restaurants even though they don’t take reservations. Disappointing overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evenie, Davenport

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the freshly squeezed juices and breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Teresa Rodriguez

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
The pool was fantastic, and the staff was exceptionally friendly and attentive, with a special mention to our bartender Adriano. The food overall was decent, though we found the offerings at the other hotel to be superior. We can’t comment on the specialty restaurants since we weren’t willing to wait over an hour to be seated. Unfortunately, the check-in process was chaotic and disorganized; it took ages for anyone to greet or assist us. The WiFi connection was unreliable at best and often didn’t work at all. Additionally, we scheduled an early morning excursion but never received our requested wake-up call, which nearly caused us to miss our trip—a major disappointment. Additionally, when we requested a birthday cake, the maitre’d didn’t inform us that it wasn’t possible—instead, our request was simply ignored. Our main concern is mostly with management not the staff…
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Riu Palace was a very nice BUDGET All-inclusive. The rooms/appearance are in need of updating, but the staff are wonderful and the offerings are up to par. Next door to the Palace is their NEWLY Renovated Guanacaste...Absolutely upscale and Beautiful. Don't be fooled---the food is exactly the same, which gets a "B". No really good seafood or interesting ethnic offerings. Very standard American fare for the most part.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan Denise, matherville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Adam Richard

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Property while dated is well maintained. Ongoing issues with broken elevators were a minor irritant. Resort seemed to randomly close speciality restaurants without notice with 2/4 closed most evenings. Resort staff/pool staff were friendly & helpful. Buffet is as one would expect at a resort this size- repetitive & unfortunately not able to maintain warmth to hot food. Overall, a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Marlene

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome staff!! Great selection of food and drinks. Very pleased with the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Eduardo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicia Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had the best time here. The staff were all so friendly and welcoming. We enjoyed the shows, food, and the amenities. This was such a gorgeous location and I can honestly say we never ran out of things to do. Everyday was so much fun and such a unique experience. Thank you to the fabulous team that made this vacation so memorable. We definitely recommend this resort to anyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome all around perfect trip
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025