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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

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Aerial view
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels, snorkeling
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Water park

Overview of Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.5 star property
Sardinal beachfront property with free water park and spa

8.2/10 Very Good

1,004 verified Hotels.com guest reviews

Property highlights

  • Free breakfast
  • Free parking
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
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Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Main amenities
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 4 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • On the beach
  • Sauna
Feel at home
  • Children's pool
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Terrace

Room options

About this area

What's nearby

  • On the beach
  • Nicoya Peninsula - 1 min drive
  • Ocotal Beach - 21 min drive
  • Flamingo Beach - 38 min drive
  • Coco Beach - 32 min drive
  • Playa Hermosa - 31 min drive
  • Conchal Beach - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 49 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zi Lounge - 23 min drive
  • Restaurante Liberia - 8 min walk
  • Coconutz Brewhouse - 23 min drive
  • Riu Guanacaste sports bar - 3 min walk
  • Restaurante Ocotal - 7 min walk
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About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

At Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive, you can hit the beach to play volleyball or relax in a sun lounger, plus you'll have access to onsite snorkeling, windsurfing, and kayaking. There's plenty of fun with the 4 outdoor pools and free water park, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials, and body scrubs. Dining choices include 4 restaurants and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this luxurious property include a nightclub, a poolside bar, and a 24-hour fitness center. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and bar.

All inclusive

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected
Property is disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer
Follows standard cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU)

Social distancing

Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Personal protective equipment worn by staff
Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Masks available
Masks are required at the property
Hand sanitizer provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually-wrapped food options available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
This information is provided by our partners.

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 538 rooms
  • Arranged over 6 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in time from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
  • 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.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18
  • Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21

Children

  • Free supervised childcare

Pets

  • No pets or service animals allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • 24-hour room service
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised childcare/activities
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Playground

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis
  • Beach volleyball
  • Kayaking
  • Snorkeling
  • Windsurfing
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Hair salon
  • Limo or town car service
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • ATM/banking
  • Built in 2012
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Waterslide

Accessibility

  • Accessible bathroom (select rooms)
  • Elevator
  • In-room accessibility (select rooms)

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Turndown service

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Spa

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 spa tub and a steam room. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa

Hygiene & cleanliness

This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place.

The property is cleaned and disinfected using an electrostatic sprayer; disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays.

Personal protective equipment, including masks, will be available to guests.

Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; a shield is in place between staff and guests in main contact areas; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; temperature checks are available to guests; guests are provided with hand sanitizer; masks are required in public areas.

Enhanced food service safety measures are in place.

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Covid-19 Health Protocol (RIU).

Policies

<p>Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. </p> <p>Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site. </p><p>Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property. </p><p>The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. </p><p>This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.</p><p>This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. </p>

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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
What are the cleanliness and hygiene measures currently in place at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
This property confirms that disinfectant is used to clean the property. Furthermore, guests are provided with hand sanitizer, social distancing measures are in place, and staff are given personal protective equipment. Please note that this information has been provided by our partners.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
You can check in from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
No, this property doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, windsurfing, and snorkeling and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive also has a nightclub and a waterslide, as well as a 24-hour fitness center and a sauna.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 onsite restaurants.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive like?
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is located a short 1-minute walk from Nicoya Peninsula.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.5/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.1/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.5/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

The room was not that we expected; small bed, uncomfortable, smell and mold. I got allergy from it.. they need to update they furnitures ., The pool side is beautiful and the activity is great…Pura vida.!!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

We really enjoy it.. if I can change something would be only the rooms... they need some remodelations.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Outdated rooms with smell of mold and sewage. Subpar food quality. The staff is friendly and beach is nice. This resort is maximum 3 stars.
Verified Orbitz guest review

4/10 Fair

Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Verified CheapTickets guest review

4/10 Fair

The entertainment staff were great. The food was horrible. There were bugs in our meals at their steak house and hair in our appetizer at their gourmet restaurant.
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Old facilities in desperate need of an upgrade. But the staff were amazing and the food was pretty good.
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6/10 Good

Maria, 7-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Beach and ability to swim in the ocean was amazing!
Oksana, 12-night family trip
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