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aerial view of Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica and beach

Being in a privileged environment allows the hotel to offer a variety of activities on the beautiful beaches such as diving or fishing in the Pacific waters, ecotourism in the volcanic areas, and during the day several programs of entertainment for all ages, whether in family or friends. The hotel has a gym, table tennis, volleyball, tennis court, windsurf, sailing, snorkeling equipment, kayaks and other water activities. If your favorite sport is golf, the Four Seasons Golf Club has fantastic views over the sea.

Resort Highlights
swim up bar at Riu Palace Costa Rica

The Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica (All Inclusive 24h), is located in Guanacaste, Costa Rica on the edge of the beach of Matapalo. This hotel, fully prepared to provide the best service to its customers, has four swimming pools (one with a wet bar), Jacuzzi, gym, sauna and Renova Spa with different treatments and massages. Everything you need for maximum comfort during your stay.

The quality of the cuisine offered at the different restaurants of the hotel is exceptional thanks to the chefs, who prepare a variety of dishes, from classic to the most exotic. You’ll want to try each of the items on the menu and, thanks to the All Inclusive service, you will be able to enjoy the buffet restaurant or the four different theme restaurants of the hotel.

Guanacaste is less tropical, humid and lush than the rest of the country. Its plains and dry forests sometimes remind you of African savanna landscapes. Inland you can see the savanna, local cowboys on their horses while driving their flocks, which are authentic figures of popular culture of this destination. From the hotel, you can do several excursions, such as the visit of the National Park Rincon de la Vieja, the Safari Park or the capital of Guanacaste: Liberia.

Resort Amenities
woman laying on lounge chair in pool
  • 24-hour room service
  • Casino†
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Exercise gym
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Jacuzzi
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Pool
  • Restaurants
  • Shops and commercial services†
  • Spa
  • Tennis court
  • Water sports, Offsite†
  • Wedding Services†
  • Wi-Fi in public areas

† Fees may apply

restaurants & bars
Asian restaurant at resort

Breakfast:

Full American breakfast buffet, live cooking stations, fruits, juices and Cava

Continental breakfast / snacks


Lunch:

  • Hot and cold buffet and live cooking stations
  • Pizzas, pasta, salads and assorted desserts (Italian restaurant)

Dinner (Arenal Restaurant):

  • Buffets and live cooking stations
  • Special evenings: themed buffet (three times a week)

Snacks 24 Hours a Day


Optional Dining (A La Carte):

  • Krystal – Fusion restaurant
  • Tokio – Japanese restaurant
  • L’Anfora – Italian restaurant (buffet starters)
  • Papagayo – Grill and steakhouse
  • Arenal – Main restaurant with terrace
  • Daiquiri – Lobby bar
  • Capuchino – Patisserie and ice cream parlor
  • Stars – Lounge bar with terrace
  • Melody – Plaza bar
  • Lounge 24
  • Coconut – Pool bar with swim-up bar
  • Sports Bar

Dress Code: Formal dress required for dinner. Gentlemen – no sleeveless t-shirts. Krystal Restaurant: gentlemen:  no sleeveless

Resort accommodations
large suite at Hotel Rui Palace Costa Rica

Standard Room Amenities:

  • Room service 24 hours a day
  • Turn-down service
  • Bathroom with hydro massage bathtub and shower cabin, double wash basin
  • Bathroom toiletries
  • Special make-up mirror
  • Hairdryer
  • 110 V
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Telephone
  • Central air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Minibar
  • Liquor dispenser
  • Coffee maker
  • Satellite TV
  • Electronic in-room safe (laptop size 15″)
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Balcony or terrace

Junior Suite with Garden View: The Garden View Junior Suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica are perfectly equipped to offer you the best amenities. In these 40-m2 rooms, you’ll find two small double beds (125×200 cm) or one super king-size bed (200×200 cm), a sofa in the lounge area, a hydro massage bathtub, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, a coffee maker, and a balcony or terrace with views of the hotel gardens.


Junior Suite with Sea View: If you decide to stay in the Garden View Junior Suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica we guarantee you’ll have the best services during your stay. In these 40-m2 rooms, you’ll find two small double beds (125×200 cm) or one super king-size bed (200×200 cm), a sofa in the lounge area, a hydro massage bathtub, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, a coffee maker, and a balcony or terrace with incredible views of the sea.


Junior Suite These 40-m2 rooms have an endless array of amenities for you to enjoy an unforgettable holiday. In the Junior Suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica, you’ll have two small double beds (125×200 cm) or one super king-size bed (200×200 cm), a sofa in the lounge area, a hydro massage bathtub, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, a coffee maker, and a balcony or terrace.


Family Suite RoomThe Family Suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica are specially designed for you to enjoy an unforgettable family holiday. These 73-m2 rooms have two bedrooms, one with a super king-size bed (200×200 cm) and the other with two small double beds (110×200 cm), a hydro massage bathtub, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, a coffee maker, and a balcony or terrace.


Jacuzzi Suite with Sea View:  If you want to enjoy a holiday with the best services and amenities, the Sea View Jacuzzi Suites at the Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica are the perfect option. These 73-m2 rooms, are equipped with a super king-size bed (200×200 cm), a sofa in the lounge area, a hydro massage bathtub, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar and beverage dispenser, and a coffee maker. Plus, on the 34-m2 terrace with its Jacuzzi, you’ll be able to relax completely and enjoy beautiful views of the sea.

resort activities
group doing yoga on the beach
  • Beach
  • Children’s Pool
  • Children’s Program
  • Daily Entertainment
  • Evening Entertainment
  • Golf†, offsite
  • Group Fitness
  • Gym
  • Jacuzzi
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Pedaloes
  • Pools
  • Riuland Kids Club
  • Scuba Diving†
  • Snorkeling
  • Spa
  • Steam Bath
  • Tennis Court
  • Volleyball
  • Windsurfing
  • Yoga

† Fees may apply

Wedding packages
Costa Rica beach wedding

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