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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 star property
All-inclusive beachfront property with 6 outdoor pools

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7 bars/lounges, 3 swim-up bars, poolside bar
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • All-inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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

View all photos for Double Room (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (L)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (E)

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

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

View all photos for Superior Room (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room (E)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (ROH | C)

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Garden View (L)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Ocean View (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Ocean View (E)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

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

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

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

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (B2C-CA)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (U)

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

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (L)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (L)

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

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | L)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (C)

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (C)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | C)

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

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

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

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Swim up | U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | U)

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

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (& Friends | U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | U)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | U)

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

View all photos for Double Room (Swim up | B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (& Friends | B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (ROH | Kid Free | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (ROH | Kid Free | C)

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

View all photos for Superior Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

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

View all photos for Double Room (Swim up | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (& Friends | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | C)

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

View all photos for Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Swim up | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (& Friends | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

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

View all photos for Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room (& Friends | L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Swim up | L)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

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

Deluxe Room (E)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Pool View (E)

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

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | E)

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

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

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

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

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

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (E)

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

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Swim up | E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room -5 guests-

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room -5 guests-

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room Standard

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room Standard

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room Standard with Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room (U)

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

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

View all photos for Double Room (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(180 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

El Ocotal

On the beach.Your stay at this Sardinal property places you within a 10-minute walk of Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Playa Matapalo. Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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
  • Playa Potrero - 61 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Liberia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Ocotal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Pool Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pura Vida Bar - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

All-inclusive beachfront property with 6 outdoor pools
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite 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 snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite 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 is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • 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 shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sardinal property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily 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

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 swim-up bars
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

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 parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

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.
  • Cribs (infant 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 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.
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, 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
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, 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. 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 Visa and Mastercard. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each 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 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.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

All Inclusive Guanacaste
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive to the airport?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is 21 mi (53-min drive) away from the Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive.

How close is Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive to the beach?

This property is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property, but El Coco Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive features 6 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is home to Liberia, which features international cuisine.

Does Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Renova Spa, where you can enjoy massages, body scrubs, and facials.

How close is Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive to downtown Sardinal?

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is 2 mi away from El Ocotal.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 251 out of 452 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 452 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 452 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 452 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 452 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms and grounds with excellent food choices
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Martin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
awesome pool and good food.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Resort
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing customer service , clean room and resort and food was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the best resort we have ever been to. No other resort conpares.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ALICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and staff very kind
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

DAVID Anthony DE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was fantastic, hotel was beautiful
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely stay at riu Guanacaste again !
They gave me a little Ron centenario for my birthday ! Thank you riu !!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Angel

decent room, good food for a resort very nice staff, nice beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Catharine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The resort is beautiful and very well maintained. We enjoyed the pools and walking the beach was perfect.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, check in easy, staff was nice, and food was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Resham

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Resprt was beautiful, friendly staff and clean
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super family friendly, staff were great, room and amenities were clean. Beach & gym were meh - but splashpad and water slides were a hit with the kids. Great food and great drinks - would come back for sure :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was always willing to help, clean/big rooms We had the best view, monkeys every day Drinks were good, pools were fun
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable rooms, attentive staff, fun party pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very nice, staff friendly and helpful!! Food was good 👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Arnulfo A

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice and clean and nice employees humble
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful relaxing place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Homa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and updated ,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marialuisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place !! Enjoy it so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bendjie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect and the staff were courteous
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was incredible. The Moses the bartender was outstanding. Allen and the other staff members made every moment special and Fresh the photographer was super fun . The food was very good.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

LATOYA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, they had plenty of bars
Coco loco
Met a few friends
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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6/10 Okay

Donte

Room was nice and c
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

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