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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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Interior
Aerobics facility
1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is on Costa Rica's sunny coast with a breakfast buffet and four outdoor pools. Enjoy windsurfing, kayaking, and Renova Spa treatments. Four on-site restaurants serve local flavors at this all-inclusive resort.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Room service

Room options

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Tomorrow

Sep 30 - Oct 1
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View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(138 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Junior Suite (L)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (L)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (L))

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(47 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (U)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub 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 cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, U)

Highlights

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

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite (Standard | E)

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Standard | E)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

Highlights

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

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite (Tropical View, C)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite Junior with Garden View

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite Junior with Garden View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Room Superior

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Room Superior

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Family Suite -5 guests-

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Suite -5 guests-

  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 5

View all photos for Suite Junior with Sea View

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Suite Superior with Ocean View

1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Suite Superior with Ocean View

  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Map
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 35 min drive - 14.0 miles
  • Coco Beach - 36 min drive - 14.3 miles
  • Ocotal Beach - 39 min drive - 15.2 miles
  • Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 45 min drive - 16.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coconut Pool Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Papagayo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Arenal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Ocotal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante ItaLiano - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Upscale all-inclusive property
Consider a stay at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, free water park access, and a nightclub. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and snorkeling, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in a body scrub, a facial, and a massage at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 4 on-site restaurants. Fitness classes are offered at the 24-hour gym; other things to do include kayaking, volleyball, and windsurfing. In addition to a swim-up bar and a poolside bar, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, sun loungers, and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, tennis courts, and a TV in the lobby
  • A banquet hall, secured bicycle storage, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
Room features
All 538 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, shower/tub combinations, and hair dryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, LED light bulbs, and coffee/tea makers

All inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Water activities

Kayaking
Rowing/canoeing
Surfing/body boarding

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • 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 organized 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
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 or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property 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-authorize 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa

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
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive
Palace Costa Rica
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive El Ocotal
Riu Palace Costa Rica El Ocotal
Riu Palace Costa Rica
Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive El Ocotal
Riu Costa Rica Inclusive Ocot
Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Sardinal

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include kayaking, rowing/canoeing, surfing/body boarding, and more.

Where is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal property is within a 10-minute walk of Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Playa Matapalo. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 575 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 194 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 93 out of 1244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1244 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamika

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dariusz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Navin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for family
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

CHRIS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel clean, front desk staffs are good, restaurants servers are excellent. I wish they should bhotel guests for
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great activities, good staff, and good food
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful resort with the friendliest staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeannie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was very pleasant but would need to explore another side of Costa Rica.
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

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

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff and experience was amazing . I enjoyed my stay very much .
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice customer services, great people, everything clean
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

KELLY PHUONG

Riu hotel is excellent. Friendly staff
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Rahina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great hotel for me and my family. We had a really good time and there was a lot of things to do. The pools were nice and the restaurants were great. I love that we were really close to the adventure park, and it was a short ride to Coco Beach (another popular spot). The service was great too!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manouchehr

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

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I had an amazing time at the RIU Palace, Costa Rica.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very attentive and even decorated the room for my sister birthday. Very pleasant and we will definitely come back. Large food selection and convenient to everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Amenities
Just I love with the staffs and the resort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joy

Disliked: Staff & service
Had food poisoning from their stake house ( papagayo )
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milyne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I went for my bday and had an amazing trip everything from beginning to end . I can’t wait to come back .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

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

10/10 Excellent

Marco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very welcoming and nice the views are amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

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

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The entrance (street) to the property need to be fix, the entertainers need better equipment so they can do a better job. The food was great, staff very friendly, love that it had many pools to choose from. The view of nature was great specially from our room. Didn't go in the beach much because of the rain, the water was a bit dirty, but we enjoy the long walk.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing beautiful
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Liked: Cleanliness
will definetly go back excellent staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

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