Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
Unwind in paradise where warm sand meets crystal-clear waters. Rejuvenate at a spa treatment or dive into an active day with water sports.

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Aerial view
Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Water park
4 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Interior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free breakfast
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 4 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Nightclub
  • Free supervised childcare
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach sun loungers

Feel at home (6)

  • Supervised childcare (free)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Private bathroom
  • Living room
  • Garden

Room options

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Showing 51 of 51 rooms

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (U)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite (Superior (L))

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (L))

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View (U)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Garden View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Courtyard View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Hair dryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View (C)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

Suite Junior With Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Full Sofa Bed(s) and 1 King Bed(s) OR 2 Full Bed(s)

Room Superior

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Full Bed(s) OR 1 Full Sofa Bed(s) and 1 King Bed(s)

Family Suite -5 Guests-

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Full Bed(s) and 1 King Bed(s)

Suite Junior With Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Full Sofa Bed(s) and 1 King Bed(s) OR 2 Full Bed(s)

Suite Superior With Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

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About the area

Map
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 2 min walk
  • Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 22 min drive
  • Coco Beach - 39 min drive
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre - 41 min drive
  • Ocotal Beach - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 53 min drive
  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Arenal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Ocotal - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sports Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Liberia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Papagayo - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

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

All-inclusive

This property is all-inclusive. Onsite food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Food and beverages

All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks, and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers

Water activities

Kayaking
Rowing/canoeing
Surfing/body boarding

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 538 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is noon
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
DONE

Required at check-in

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

Children

    • Free supervised childcare
DONE

Pets

    • No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

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

Traveling with children

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

What to do

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

Services

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

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2012
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Nightclub
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Closed captioned TV

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

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

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Separate living room

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa, Renova Spa. Services include facials and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a spa tub and a steam room. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Fees & policies

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

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

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
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.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Costa Rica Hotel Riu Palace
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Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Sorry, pets and service animals aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
No, this property doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like kayaking, windsurfing, and snorkeling and improve your game at the onsite tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive also has a nightclub, a waterslide, and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 onsite restaurants.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive like?
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is a short 2-minute walk from Diamante Eco Adventure Park and 7 minutes' walk from Playa Matapalo. Travelers say that the property is in a great location.

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

USD Credits was unclear
Although most Riu hotel chains are generally good and offer decent services, unfortunately, on the first and second days, due to overcrowding, we did not experience any proper service or good food. However, on the last day, the service and food slightly improved. My main issue, however, was that the hotel reservation included a dollars credit, which initially made us very happy. But due to their tricks and unreasonable explanations, despite our persistent follow-ups, we were unable to use it. We left the hotel with a very bad memory, and the money we paid, along with the unused credit, was not worth it.
3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Mahshid, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great weekend getaway. The property is super well maintained, solid meal options and staff is incredibly friendly.
Aquib, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Our experience in CR. No for partying
The service was amazing. The bed was comfortable. The food and drinks are really good. The place is really good overall. The only thing that we didn’t like is the guidance when you check in We were not told there’s two hours between breakfast and lunch that you don’t get any food besides A few sandwiches and coffee. I think they should tell you how many restaurants and the hours of operation once to check in. I will suggest to check the weather before you go. We went on a hurricane, so it was raining all day So we didn’t even get the beach or sun. Also, if you planning to go dancing or do something keep in mind that the nearest town is about at least one to two hours away. This place is to men to do outdoor stuff If you want to party, then the best will be at the resort , They don’t have any clubs for dancing, but they’re building one and they should be open next year . The rooms are outdated they look like the 80s. So they don’t look as nice as the pictures showed. A lot of times I didn’t taste any alcohol on my cocktails so if you want to get more for your money, I will suggest to ask for shots. Other than that, there’s not much to do there besides chill drink and eat and they have a band every night playing, but it’s usually local music. (Spanish) My suggestion is to have a DJ with more pop dance music for the guest.
Michael, 7-night trip
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4/10 Fair

Customer service
Our stay was average. It was very frustrating to have to show up to the restaurants at 5:30 in order to get a seat. Then some of them would be closed on nights we wanted to attend. The main issue is when we were leaving the resort, there was a tremendous amount of rain to the point the road was washed out. Our transport service advised our driver to turn around and have us wait out the rain at the resort. This was at 11:00AM. We attempted to do this; however, we were not allowed past the front gate. I even explained that we just wanted to wait in the lobby and use the restroom. We were told that we would have to pay an additional night to do this. This was very disheartening since we had already stayed there, had another reservation at a different resort, to attend a work conference. Our safety was at risk and RIU did nothing to accommodate. I don't think we will ever stay at this resort chain again.
Jennifer, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a great all inclusive property for families. We had my 2 and 3 year old grandchildren and there were all kinds of activities (water park) to keep them entertained all day with great childrens shows put on by the entertainment staff every evening.
Paul, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Found a gecko running around in our room night 1. We did have a garden view room so I guess we were exposed to more creatures than if we had a pool facing room. Front desk did not have a different room to move us into until the next day. A sweet cleaning lady did come spray our room to help prevent bugs or crawlies from coming into the room.The rooms seem old and run down but the staff is very friendly and the service was good everywhere we went whether it be the restaurants or bars.
Aneri, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome!
James Joseph, 5-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

I was assigned to room 2009 and since we arrived the internet didn’t work, I had to connect for work and it never worked, I went to reception to complaint but they never fixed the issue
Esteban, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

The hotel abvertised free WIFi in rooms but my room had none, our friends that went all had WiFi in their rooms though. I complained but issue was never resolved
STANLEY JOSEPH KOZLOWSKI, 7-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

The staff is excellent, well trained and attentive. The building is starting to show it's age but still a solid resort.
Samuel, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was amazing. Except the racoon population on the resort
Aisha, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We loved the staff and the service!!
Joel Salvador, 6-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

The pool was really nice the beach was beautiful and it was close to many attractions; however, they were not many restaurant choices many were closed on certain nights and took very limited numbers of people. No Reservations were possible. The bathrooms had an overpowering smell of some kind of air freshener, and the room service was pretty awful. Could use improved dining options, and better room service. Rooms were fine, maid service was very minimal.
mary, 5-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I was kind of nervous when I first read the reviews for this resort so I had my reservations but I quickly realized, so many people are WAY too critical. The staff was absolutely amazing and helpful at every turn. Julio, Jonny and Bryan stood out to us the most because they were so friendly and always remembered our names! The rooms are a little outdated but super clean and have gorgeous views. The drinks were amazing! The food was pretty good overall. Papagayo had the BEST dinner ever, that filet and chicken was to die for! Live music was awesome! They always have fun little activities going on which were super fun. The beautiful pools were always clean. The view of the ocean was amazing. It was our honeymoon so we felt we were given extra love the whole stay! We would definitely come back to visit!
Tiffany, 7-night romance trip
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6/10 Good

Did not feel safe around panhandlers at the beach they were offering me and my husband drugs and sex. Not what I want to experience on vacation. Also we were not happy with room service. Most of the time they never came after waiting 1-2 hours and did not bring us what we asked for. We stayed at RIU in Punta Cana and the room service was great. The rest of the staff was great.
Agnes, 6-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

I liked the Beautiful landscape and all the employees we're Great! I didnt like that the music played in dining areas didnt fit the dining setting. For example, rock music being played at an Italian dining experience is off putting. The resort interior styling feels outdated and overall the resort gets noisy in common areas and resort restaurants. RIU earns a 4/5 from me
Alexander, 5-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Pool area and food variety excellent. we do have a coment related to the night entertainment. during the night show there was a very negative situation where a 7 year old kid participated with a karaoke imitating an artist with a song promoting the use of drugs. I think the presentor should have screen the participat and song chosen. I would like to receive a reply as follow up. marvindelgado
Marvin, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommend it
Dalia, 4-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Every member of staff was very polite, helpful and accommodating- servoce was excellent. there was always an extensive variety of food at the main breakfast and dinner lounge. Only issue - it rained quite a bit at this time of the year (end of Sept)
Rajendra, 6-night romance trip
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4/10 Fair

I stayed in two locations while I was in costa Rica, Planet Hollywood was outstanding beautiful room amazing view, RIU Palace I was very disappointed the rooms can use some TLC and upgrades. The wear and tear was very evident. There was a moldy smell to the room, our tv very small and never worked. Our lotion, shampoo and conditioner was used by prior guest and never changed during our stay. The tub in the middle of the room needs to be removed. There was no arrival drinks or guest services to deliver our bags to our room. I was very disappointed.
Anola, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were great and attentive
Melinda, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

I didn’t like the food was cold.
Genesis, 3-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

Worse Riu Palace Option
Worse Riu Palace that we have stayed at, and we have stayed at several. Customer service is highly lacking especially in the buffet areas. It’s as though the staff does not want you there. Bottle water policy of one per room is ridiculous! When you call front desk to order water, it never shows up. Same goes for the mini fridge service, never stocked. Shower floor tile is slippery. Beach is terrible.
4-night trip with friends
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