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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront property near Ocotal Beach

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Hot tub, steam room, body scrubs, facials
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4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, 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 Suite Superior with Ocean View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite Superior with Ocean View

  • 785 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(58 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Superior (L))

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View, U)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (E)

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, two beds with purple and red pillows, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Garden View (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (L)

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, two beds with purple and red pillows, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, two beds with purple and red pillows, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(154 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 785 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, two beds with purple and red pillows, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, two beds with purple and red pillows, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(20 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View, C)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

  • 786 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

  • 785 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

  • 786 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate desk area, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a view of the outdoors.

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

A modern hotel room with a large bathtub, two beds with purple and red pillows, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 785 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, U)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

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

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (L))

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (E)

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

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite Junior with Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite Junior with Garden View

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Room Superior

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Room Superior

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Suite Junior with Sea View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Suite Junior with Sea View

  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Family Suite -5 guests-

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Family Suite -5 guests-

  • 785 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

About the neighborhood

El Ocotal

On the beach.Stay at this Sardinal property and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Playa Matapalo and 2 miles (3 km) of Diamante Eco Adventure Park. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center is within 3 miles (5 km) and Danta 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
  • ‪Restaurante La Toscana - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4-star beachfront property near Ocotal Beach
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - 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 Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive, you'll find a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 4 outdoor swimming pools. There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A children's pool, a nightclub, and a 24-hour fitness center are also featured at the family-friendly Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Sardinal property.

  • 1 building
  • 538 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • Built in 2012
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Nightclub
  • Deli
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Grocery service (free)
  • Convenience store
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offers 538 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. 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. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Free water park access
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Living room
  • 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 10:30 AM
  • 4 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle storage
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • 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 gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • 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
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
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
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 Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra 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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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

  • 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

Costa Rica Hotel Riu
Costa Rica Hotel Riu Palace
Costa Rica Palace
Hotel Riu
Hotel Riu Costa Rica
Hotel Riu Costa Rica All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive
Palace Costa Rica
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive to the airport?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - 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 Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive.

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive to the beach?

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

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offer free breakfast?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

No, there is no casino at this property, but El Coco Casino (29-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

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

Is there free parking at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

This property offers free self parking.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have a pool?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive features 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 4 restaurants on site.

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have a spa?

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

How close is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive to downtown Sardinal?

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is 2 mi away from El Ocotal.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 690 out of 1494 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 359 out of 1494 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 250 out of 1494 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 106 out of 1494 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 89 out of 1494 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Terra

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool was ok. Room was falling apart- Celing fan made horrible noise. Asked to fix it or move us and they turned to low and said that’s good. Only 2 working elevators in whole property and used by staff as well as guests. Staff was mostly nice. We were put in a room above the kitchen near the stage and it was always loud. TVs didn’t work properly as if connected to antenna but showed frozen screens for many channels. Only BBC channel in English. We were told they are refurbishing soon. I hope it gets better for the next people. Restaurants not amazing buffet not kept at safe temperatures. We Love bees but they were overwhelming at the pool bar.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Traveled with family
Pool was great, strange that we have to have cards to get towels and make sure we don't misplace them. Breakfast buffet was AMAZING. Fresh fruits, local foods, typical foods, I had never seen such a large buffet, it was amazing! Food in all restaurants was wonderful, the coffee bar was amazing, plenty of chairs around the pool. Beach was kind of far away and never really came in to play for us
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Todd Charles, Elizabeth

Traveled with group, Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 3rd time going back to this resort! We love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Javier

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
My only complaint is Specialized were nearly impossible to a get in. Unless you are willing to stand online for an hour. I might as well to mc Donald's if I have to stand online and tub the middle of the room was strange.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was very clean, the staff were very friendly and helpful. The food variation and quality was also of a high standard!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Allison Nichole

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort is a bit dated, but I think they are getting ready to renovate this fall. The room was clean, the resort was very clean, and staff was very nice. The food was pretty good. Some restaurants were better than others but all around great. We enjoyed that we could go to the other resort for breakfast and lunch. This is a great value for the cost. The pools are beautiful and the beach is lovely. We are talking about coming back in a year or two already.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

John Bradford

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alison

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Jennifer, Batavia

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The Staff was very very polite. The property is worn and needs updating but kept very clean. The pool areas are small considering the size of the resort. Restaurant food was okay, could be better and have a better variety. The buffet was horrible. My biggest complaint of all, was the $600 “credit”…. It is NOT a credit. It is $600 IN COUPONS! There is a very big difference between the two!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nigel Anthony

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirtis

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Lisa A

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean, rooms are outdated but clean. Good food, except for menu choices at Italian were not our “taste” Loved the Steakhouse, excellent food!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emily Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente, limpio, muchas piscinas. Buena comida y variada
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stravenky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room can use some upgrades.. sheets was changed once, beds are not the best.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jelena

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam, clifton

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful. Front desk arranged flowers and balloons Sherryl was great
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Virvioly

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing Stay, the staff was really great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Armandina

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Clayton

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Albert

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is way overdue for a renovation. We had a wedding here and almost every room our party stayed in required a complaint for maintenance. 8 out of 12 rooms had issues. Showers broken, air conditioning broken, room keys failing numerous times, tvs broken, a colony of ants in one room, and a few nasty moldy looking beds. Reported the issues and were told maintenance would come fix everything. No one ever showed up. They also refused to exchange rooms. We had 5 people sick from the food. Restaurants were hard to get into and did not take reservations. If you were not in line at 5:15-5:30 you likely were eating at the buffet. Food was subpar even for an RIU(4th I’ve stayed at). We also had to corner the wedding coordinator to get things lined out because he kept canceling our meetings. After that he did great, wedding went perfectly. Have been to 10 all inclusive resorts now and as far as the building, food, and service this one was by far the worst. The grounds, location, and beach were awesome. The Riu Guancaste next door looked to be much better. Will definitely come back to Costa Rica but will not be visiting the RIU Palace.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Danika

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the different pool options. Every area of property was clean. Staff were superb. Richard and Kevin were our favorite waiters. Great property and would go back!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Evelyn Elena

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026