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About the Hotel

Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica, 0000

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - A beachfront all-inclusive resort with five pools, Renova Spa, and themed dining

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica offers an all-inclusive experience with 538 rooms featuring air conditioning, free WiFi, laptop-compatible safes, and 24-hour room service. Guests can dine at four themed à la carte restaurants requiring reservations or enjoy snacks and sea views at Lounge 24, open around the clock. The property includes five outdoor pools-two activity pools, a relaxation pool, and a swim-up bar-plus a Greek-style whirlpool under a domed ceiling. Renova Spa provides wellness treatments, while RiuLand kids' club features indoor and outdoor play areas. Five conference rooms accommodate up to 730 attendees, and Liberia International Airport is 35 km away.

Pros

The all-inclusive package covers meals, drinks (including alcoholic beverages), and 24-hour dining.

Multiple pools and recreational options include a swim-up bar, water park, and tennis courts.

Family-friendly amenities include RiuLand kids' club with a shallow pool and playground.

Cons

The themed restaurants require advance reservations, limiting spontaneous dining choices.

Local attractions like The Monkey Farm and Guacamaya Beach require short drives.

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Junior Suite
2 persons

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City Centre
Matapalo (Guanacaste)300 m
Airports
Liberia (LIR) 30.3 km
Tamarindo (TNO) 37.2 km

Facilities

Enjoy modern comforts, from ocean-view suites to family-friendly options with breakfast included

General

  • Smoking allowed in designated areas
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Luggage storage
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Sundry/Convenience shop
  • Gift/Newsstand
  • Beauty salon
  • Coffee shop

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis court

Services

  • 24-hour room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Bell staff/Porter

Dining

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Coffee/Tea in lobby
  • Free breakfast
  • Buffet breakfast

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

  • Paid babysitting/ Child services
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

  • Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach towels
  • Sun loungers
  • Casino
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Television in lobby
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Terrace
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Location

Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica, 0000
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Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica, 0000
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