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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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Bar
  • Room service

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Standard | E)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (L)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(142 reviews)

Highlights

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

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

Highlights

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

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

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Tropical View, C)

Highlights

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

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

Highlights

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

Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (U)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (L))

Highlights

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

About the area

El Ocotal

An all-inclusive stay in Sardinal awaits you at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. Within steps you'll find Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Playa Matapalo within a 10-minute stroll. 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 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 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Toscana - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Arenal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Papagayo - ‬5 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
  • 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
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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

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Rating 6 - Okay. 211 out of 1332 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 102 out of 1332 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1332 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose Francisco

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It would be good to have dancing on Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm - 11pm with a DJ playing music.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria, Contó

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shayna

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Shadaria Lynn, Glenn Heights

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel, the nature around it, the food, the weather and so on....service around the pools was not as expected tough. I will definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iniya

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet property
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Anthony Sylvester

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the property was very large but I didn't like the condition of the room. We had an outlet that was missing a cover, we requested a king bed which ended up being two queen beds pushed together. We slept separately our entire trip which isn't what you want for a romantic getaway. The view was horrible. Couldn't see anything but trees and no other form of landscape. The pools were not always the cleanest and the beach was really hard to find and very far. The directional signage is not the greatest on the property. The dining options were good but the food portions were tiny. I didn't feel like I was getting my money's worth although it was all inclusive. I have been to other Riu properties and this was not one of the better ones.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

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

10/10 Excellent

Marlene S, Bear

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Liana

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Let me start by saying the staff was very accommodating and friendly. The hotel is secluded which is nice for a relaxing vacation. Unfortunately there is a lot of construction on the premises making it very difficult to relax. Upon arrival the rooms we were assigned smelled like mold and sewage. When asked to be moved they didn’t have any availability until noon the next day so we had an excursion planned for the next day and had to reschedule it to a later time to deal with our accommodations issue. The room made us feel sick so it wasn’t an option to stay. We were also awakened at 6:30am to the gardening crew cutting down a tree outside of our room which was on the ground floor. After changing rooms. The new rooms were better but u can still smell mold and sewage in them. We turned the AC up hi and that helped a lot. One of the rooms had a broken lock and we couldn’t get in so maintenance had to come change the lock. So we pretty much wasted a day of vacation. The food was just ok and lacked flavor. The steakhouse started off good but it’s at least a 10 minute walk from the hotel itself. While having dinner we had raccoons come into the dining area twice and roaches on one of our table. Which the staff said was from the table being in storage. A family member also saw roaches in the shower and she had to change her room. The beach isn’t private so u get approached by locals selling everything before you can get to the actual beach. But they are very nice and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

natercia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just think it needs a upgrade on the rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Babu And Camile, Cedar Park

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
At the registration desk the agent said there are 5 restaurants to dine in addition to the buffets. Only one evening I was able to have a sit down dinner. Other three nights, buffet was the only available option Overall satisfactory stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Handrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s my eighth time here and they never disappoint Food is excellent. Racael is amazing in the dining room, need to give her a raise, and Max as always is very entertaining and friendly along with the rest of the staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Dean

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Review of RIU Palace Costa Rica ⭐⭐☆☆☆ I stayed at the RIU Palace Costa Rica and honestly left disappointed. A few things really need to be called out: • Food & Water Issues: I got sick during my stay, which I believe was from the food and/or water. Definitely not what you want to deal with while on vacation. • False Advertising: The resort promoted a 24/7 sports bar/club and a casino, but both were under construction with no alternative nightlife or entertainment offered in exchange. This felt misleading since these amenities were a big reason I booked. • Condition of the Resort: The back area by the pool was in rough shape—sections looked like rubble, giving parts of the property an unfinished and neglected feel. • Positive Note: The one highlight was the staff. They were genuinely friendly, welcoming, and did their best despite the shortcomings of the resort itself. Overall, while the people were great, the experience didn’t match what was advertised. Between getting sick, amenities being unavailable, and parts of the resort looking rundown, I can’t recommend this property in its current state.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manouchehr

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Polite staff clean room and pool
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faith

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
At first I was skeptical because you always hear mixed reviews about a RIU hotel, but turns out this hotel was great. Wonderful staff especially a big shout out to Denzel who was truly an amazing bartender, we went to him every night for our drinks when at the shows, he was very attentive & knew our order every time. Also had a favorite bartender by the pool Nathan who was great. The water park was a plus such a great time. I would definitely want to return when the sister hotel is back open as I heard there is even more to do when both are available.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kirk Edward

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Food was not great. :(
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ethan, Wesley Chapel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is a beautiful property and country to visit. The road to the hotel could be better. It’s fixing a lot of pot holes for 20 minutes to the hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Ernesto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s an ok Hotel, the room service and restaurants need a lot of work. They said no reservations but every night every restaurant was reserved early if you didn’t arrive by a certain time, so if you had excursions that would basically exclude you out of eating anywhere but the Buffet. The food needs a lot of work and the restaurant situation as well, overall it’s an alright resort for the price, RIU being such a big name can definetky do better.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great everytime
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025