Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Property class: 3.5

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A resort with multiple swimming pools, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.
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A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, multiple seating areas, and a variety of potted plants.
A resort with multiple buildings, a beach, and a mountainous backdrop.
An outdoor bar area with wicker furniture and a bar counter.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
  • Place, Playa Matapalo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Diamante Eco Adventure Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Coco Beach
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room (L)

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room (E)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (ROH | C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Garden View (L)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 71 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Ocean View (E)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room (U)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(10 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | U)

  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room (L)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (C)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | C)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Double Room (Swim up +18 | U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | U)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (ROH | Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Swim up +18 | C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | C)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Swim up +18 | L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room (E)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Swim up +18 | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room -5 guests-

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Room Standard

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Room (U)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(56 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(210 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

El Ocotal

An all-inclusive stay in Sardinal awaits you at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - 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 7 restaurants, 6 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering at Renova Spa can include deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The buffet restaurant, Liberia, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With 7 lounge bars and a poolside bar to choose from, you can enjoy a drink at the property. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site free water park and nightclub. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and an indoor tennis court. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Sardinal property, you'll be 20.8 km (12.9 mi) from Coco Beach.

What's nearby

  • Playa Matapalo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Coco Beach - 56 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Playa Hermosa - 56 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Papagayo Golf and Country Club - 59 min drive - 21.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hotel Riu Guanacaste - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Liberia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Tamarindo Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - 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 Guanacaste - All Inclusive, you'll find a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 6 outdoor swimming pools. There are 7 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 3 swim-up bars and 7 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A children's pool, a health club, and a nightclub are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3.5-star Sardinal property.

  • 1 building
  • 1041 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 7 dining venues
  • 3 swim-up bars
  • 7 bars or lounges
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar by the pool
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive offers 1041 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. 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. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Renova Spa has 8 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM
  • 3 swim-up bars
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Agave
  • Furama
  • Liberia
  • Papagayo
  • Steak House

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkelling
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 6 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renewable energy used
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM

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

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 2 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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 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.
Some water is reused through 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 credit 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

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the property before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 2 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

All Inclusive Guanacaste

Guanacaste All Inclusive

Guanacaste Riu

Riu Guanacaste

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive El Ocotal

Riu Guanacaste El Ocotal

Hotel Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive El Ocotal

Hotel Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive All-inclusive property El Ocotal

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Riu Guanacaste Inclusive Ocot

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Sardinal

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

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

Is parking available at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yep, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yep, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a short 8-minute walk from Playa Matapalo. Fun beach activities include volleyball, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yep, Renova Spa is available for guests. It has a hot tub and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as sports massages.

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive has 6 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 Guanacaste - All Inclusive have a waterslide?

Yep, this property has a waterslide!

What luxury perks are available at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive features 6 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and a nightclub.

What makes Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive.

Is Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool, a playground and free water park access, it's no surprise that Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

No, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 7 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

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

Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 881 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 881 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 108 out of 881 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 41 out of 881 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 881 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place for budget travel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erickson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay specially for the kids, my family and I had a blast.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time Clean hotel & friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy beach access, lovely grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mirlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, lots of activities to do at the resort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place , will be back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gennessis S

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Food was amazing and so was the staff
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is very nice place, good food, everything was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was decent, the drinks were plentiful, the workers were kind and the scenery was spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Gay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Armond Jeong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it and renting a car was so fun to drive around the area too
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely resort, above average meals with plenty of options to choose from and beautiful beach to enjoy !
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Micheal

Liked: Staff & service
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stacy Lynn Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The beach was amazing and the pool area was enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH ALLEEN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff and resort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jayvon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing and had a great view of the ocean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Promise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice all inclusive
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. They keep the facilities super clean. Already thinking of when to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

RAUNAK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mabel Piedad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the food. There was a great variety, for every taste. The staff was very nice. I liked the resort very much.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This trip was Spectacular for us! This was our 2nd time in Costa Rica and we had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, buffet was always good.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

yakelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service nice staff very good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sashena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Clean room, food was so good and well seasoned at the buffet…pool was so fun and drinks was good also .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026