Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

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

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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

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

Double Room (L)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room (E)

  • 312 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (ROH | C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 775 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Garden View (L)

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 764 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, Ocean View (E)

  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

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

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | C)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 323 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Superior Double Room (B2C-CA)

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

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

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

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

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

Double Room (B2C-CA)

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

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

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

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

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

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

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room (U)

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (U)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

  • 614 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room (L)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (L)

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

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | L)

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

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

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

Deluxe Room (C)

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

Deluxe Room, Pool View (C)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | C)

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

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

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

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

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

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Double Room (Swim up | U)

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

Suite, Ocean View (U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | U)

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

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (ROH | Kid Free | C)

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

Superior Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

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

Double Room (Swim up | C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | C)

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

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | C)

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

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

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

Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

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

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Swim up | L)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

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

Deluxe Room (E)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (E)

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

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | E)

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

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

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

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

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

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (E)

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

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Family Room (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Swim up | E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Room -5 guests-

  • 775 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

Room Standard

  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Double Room Standard with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

Room Standard

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

Room Standard with Pool View

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

Family Room -5 guests- Superior

  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

Family Room -5 guests- Superior with Pool View

  • 624 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

Superior Room (U)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(45 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(173 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

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. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Bahia Pez Vela Beach is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Matapalo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 3 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Coco Beach - 56 min drive - 16.2 miles
  • Playa Hermosa - 56 min drive - 16.7 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 61 min drive - 12.8 miles

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.
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
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
Guanacaste All Inclusive
Guanacaste Riu
Riu Guanacaste
Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive
Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive El Ocotal
Riu Guanacaste El Ocotal
Hotel Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive El Ocotal
Hotel Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive
Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive All-inclusive property El Ocotal
Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive All-inclusive property
Riu Guanacaste Inclusive Ocot
Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Sardinal
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive All-inclusive property

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

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 180 out of 333 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 333 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 333 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 333 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 333 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the ac was so cold at night! From check-in to bartenders to check out, I can literally say Costa Rica has amazing people working at their hotels. The drinks and the atmosphere was so welcoming. I traveled alone to this hotel for 5 days and definitely feel it wasn’t enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty laundry bags upon request, better food, more local food dishes, pool bar open to at least 8:00pm, also some control of the people at the beach. The excursion people are not as bad as the people trying to sell items and or massages. Those people bugged the life out of you and make you not even want to go to the beach the Riu in Montego Bay. Jamaica controls their sellers by keeping them in the water. They are not allowed on the same part of the beach, maybe implicate that because it is harder for them to bug the people on vacation from the water versus walking all on the sand everywhere again I think the people on the beach offering excursions is a huge plus also helps out small local companies and the local economy, but being asked 50 times a day to buy a bracelet, whistle, Massage is a little crazy loved the overall cleanliness and friendliness of all staff. Also more adult related shows at the Riu Guanacaste!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we first checked in the first room that they gave us was not spotless at all. I asked for an upgrade and then when we got that it was spotless and no complaints. Overall, we had a good time. The wait time for restaurants. It’s a little bit ridiculous for me, but the buffet had delicious food morning, lunch and dinner.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2026

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

10/10 Excellent

Marialuisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place !! Enjoy it so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Homa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and updated ,
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Ruth Erika Bahamondez, Calgary

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Gary, Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. The staff was nice and friendl.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ianina

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is fine. Stuff is friendly. Although we didn’t have soap refill and coffee supply for a few days and had to call the reception. We had all inclusive package and used Nexus as a transportation provider . It was a private bus, we had to pay $188 round trip from airport to the resort and back . Although on the way back their bus didn’t come on time so we had to use an ultimate transportation and pay again! They refused to refund half of this amount. So keep in mind! You may be late because of that! They also provide excursions, so pay attention. Overall, I would recommend Riu Guanacaste!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you. Everything was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with family and small children
We didn’t like how dirty the beach was. No food or beverage service at pool or beach. Pool was dirty as well with plates and cups everywhere. Tables were all sticky. Wished there were more restaurants that weren’t buffets. Everything started tasting the same. A lot of the same food at all the buffets. Room was nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Donna Suzanne

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So beautiful! If I had to complain about something it would be getting enough towels in your room . Again not a big deal but if I had to come up with something. Also it would be really nice to have servers coming around the pool area when the pool bar is shut down due to maintenance. There was a couple days where this happened and had to get out to get drinks. Again not that big of a deal. Overall I can’t to go back. Absolutely recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Beverly

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, the view was beautiful. The resort has been renovated and was very comfortable. The food was just ok in each restaurant as well as the buffet. Most of the drinks seem to be watered down. I had 3 drinks, but never felt a buzz at all. The shows performed in the evening were all exceptional. The parties were very fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mihal

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Beni Sunday

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mark

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

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was really clean. Staff was friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Sierra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very nice, except when they kicked us out after check out. We had to leave for the airport 6 hours before our departure time instead of sitting by the pool for the day. Very inconsiderate given the fact we paid for this whole day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

LATOYA, Owings Mills

Traveled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Jenny, Brooklyn

Yes
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great!! no complaints -- really enjoyed having a coffee maker in the room as this is a great addition. 3 employees remembered me from my prior 4 times there & that really makes an individual feel good. Already planning for my next year's trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Conny

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
yes
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Molly

Traveled with group
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

8/10 Good

Teresa Lynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was good
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026