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Sardinal De Carrillo  
Playa Matapalo, Guanacaste  
COSTA RICA

TripAdvisor Rating 4 of 5 stars

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica (All-Inclusive), 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 a wellness center "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 our chefs, who prepare a variety of dishes, from classic to the most exotic. You'll want to to try each of our menus 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.

Being on a privileged environment, the hotel offers 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.

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.

Location: Guanacaste
  • *Important Information for Our Guest* As of April 2012, the destination of Costa Rica has gone non-smoking in all public buildings and areas. All hotel rooms are also non-smoking.
  • *Important Note* Costa Rica will impose some restrictions for Holy Week. Alcohol is not permitted to be sold or consumed. This ban on alcohol starts the Thursday prior to Easter and runs through Easter Sunday. A few hotels purchase special permits to serve alcohol, but generally it is not available. In addition, most restaurants, shops, and bars will be closed for the same time period. Restaurants in the hotels will be operating. The City Tour will not be operating.
  • Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
  • 24-hour room service
  • Children programs
  • Children welcome
  • Exercise gym
  • Free high speed internet connection
  • Golf, Offsite†
  • Jacuzzi
  • Lounges/bars
  • Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
  • Pool
Junior Suite with Garden View

Junior Suite Gardenview

Bedding - 1 King bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy Limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Garden

Junior Suite with Garden View

2 Bedroom Junior Suite Garden View

Bedding - 1 King bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (each room)

Occupancy Limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.

Maximum of 4 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Garden

2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door

Junior Suite with Garden View

Junior Suite Courtyard View

Bedding - 1 King bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined. 

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Courtyard

Junior Suite with Garden View

2 Bedroom Junior Suite Courtyard View

Bedding - 1 King bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (each room)


Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined. 

Maximum of 4 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Courtyard

2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door

Junior Suite with Sea View

Junior Suite Oceanview

Bedding - 1 King bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined. 

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Ocean

Junior Suite with Sea View

2 Bedroom Junior Suite Ocean View

Bedding - 1 King bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (each Room)


Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined. 

Maximum of 4 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Ocean

2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door

Family Suite - 2 Bedrooms

Two Bedroom Family Suite

Bedding - 1st bedroom with 1 King bed and 2nd bedroom with 2 double beds.

Occupancy limits: 4 adults, 2 children, 5 total combined.  Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Exception: Minimum occupancy for this room category: 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children between ages 2-12. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.

Exception: When 4 adults are booked, no children are allowed in this category.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Garden view or parking lot

Suite Jacuzzi with Sea View

Suite Jacuzzi Oceanview

Bedding - 1 King Bed and sofa in the living room

Occupancy limits: 2 adults, 0 children, 2 total combined.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

Family Suite - 2 Bedrooms More images

Two Bedroom Family Suite

Bedding - 1st bedroom with 1 King bed and 2nd bedroom with 2 double beds.

Occupancy limits: 4 adults, 2 children, 5 total combined.  Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Exception: Minimum occupancy for this room category: 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children between ages 2-12. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.

Exception: When 4 adults are booked, no children are allowed in this category.

Additional Amenities - Liquor dispenser

View - Garden view or parking lot

Arenal

Main restaurant with terrace.

  • Attire: Formal

Capuchino

Patisserie & ice cream parlor.


Coconut

Pool bar with swim-up bar.


Krystal

Fusion restaurant.

  • Attire: Formal

L'Anfora

Italian cuisine.


Papagayo

Poolside restaurant - grill and steakhouse.


Tokio

Japanese cuisine.


Various Lounges/Bars

- Daiquiri
- Flora
- Lounge 24
- Tico Tico


  • Beach

    Free sun loungers.


  • Children's pool
  • Children's program
  • Gym
    Use of this facility is restricted to guests over 18 years old. Sports shoes are mandatory when using the gym.
  • Jacuzzi
    Use of this facility is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports
    - Windsurfing
    - Pedalos
    - Snorkeling equipment
    - Kayaking
  • Pool

    There are 4 swimming pools, 1 with a swim-up bar.


  • Steam bath
    Use of this facility is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
  • Tennis court
    Floodlit hard surface tennis court.
  • Water activities†

    Riu Splash Water World

    This attraction will offer a variety of water rides and features for all ages, including a children´s pool with slides, Aquaracer, Body Bowl, Aquatube and Kamikaze and refreshments area.


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† Fees may apply
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