Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

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Scored 7.8
Rated good

Staff

8.3

Property highlights

Experience world-class service at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Prime Beachfront Location: Riu Guanacaste in Guanacaste offers a private beach area and direct beachfront access. Guests enjoy sea views and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Exceptional Facilities: The resort features spa facilities, a fitness centre, tennis court, and a lush garden. Additional amenities include a hot tub, steam room, and wellness packages. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms offer air-conditioning, balconies, and private bathrooms. Family rooms and themed dinner nights cater to all guests. Dining Experience: A traditional restaurant serves Italian, Asian, and international cuisines. Breakfast includes warm dishes, fresh pastries, pancakes, cheese, and fruits. Nearby Attractions: Matapalo Beach is just a few steps away. Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport is 29 km from the resort.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • 5 swimming pools
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fitness centre
  • 5 restaurants
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Bar
  • Private beach area
  • Breakfast
RIU Hotels & Resorts
Hotel chain/brand
RIU Hotels & Resorts

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top pick by families with children

Breakfast info

American, Buffet

Activities:

  • Tennis court

  • Fitness centre

  • Spa and wellness centre

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Availability

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Guests who stayed here loved

Esam
Canada Canada
“I can say everything was good to excellent, food has very good varieties everyday, pools were very good end of March and beginning of April the weather was excellent, everyday activities were nice, services during the restaurants were so good....”
Bjorn
Canada Canada
“There is nothing at this resort that I didn’t love! The staff are all very lovely, kind, and very helpful. It was our second time there, and the staff from the year before remembered us. We felt like we were at home. The food was exceptional, as...”
Victor
Israel Israel
“the staff , location many facilities/ quick problems solutions /”
Randall
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“We did like the food and my son enjoyed the splash a lot!!”
Matthew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great beach access, optional excursions available,a very clean and comfortable environment.”
Terry
United States United States
“The resort is stunningly beautiful... amazing location, so very clean and many options for dining. The staff is ridiculously helpful and pleasant... the room was spacious, clean and the air conditioning worked so well!”
Hudson
Canada Canada
“Amazing clean and comfortable. Food was good, service and staff were all so friendly and helpful. Adonis at the bar during the shows was amazing, great attitude and service. Milton at the buffet was so friendly! My daughter and I had an amazing...”
Abarca
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“La comida, la limpieza el personal las instalaciones”
Roy
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“Las instalaciones, ubicación, variedad y calidad gastronómica, área de piscinas de niños y toboganes, actividades nocturnas en el anfiteatro.”
Eduardo
Costa Rica Costa Rica
“After the hotel remodeling everything was very good, the staff was very attentive (except for one guy that was in charge of refilling the fridges in the rooms) and helpful, the food options were very good and the check in process and check out was...”

Property surroundings

Restaurants

5 restaurants on site
Liberia
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Dinner
Furama
  • Cuisine
    Asian
  • Open for
    Dinner
  • Ambiance
    Traditional
La Toscana
  • Cuisine
    Italian
  • Open for
    Dinner
Tucán - Gourmet
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    Dinner
Ocotal
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner

House rules

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cards accepted at this property
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property will charge the full amount of the stay for guests with an early departure

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.