Playa Matapalo Tours

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,101, price is now $1,081 per person
$1,081
per person
Jan 8 - Jan 12
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
8/10 Very Good! (1,279 reviews)
The cleaning lady was wonderful. Enjoyed the spa immensely. The service at the spa was wonderful.

Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025

Villa Nimbu

Villa Nimbu

3.5 out of 5
Price was $5,620, price is now $2,588 per person
$2,588
per person
Jan 28 - Feb 2
found 19 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Tambor (TMU)
No reviews
Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

Casa Chameleon Hotel Las Catalinas - Adults Only

4 out of 5
Price was $3,625, price is now $1,875 per person
$1,875
per person
Feb 28 - Mar 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Liberia (LIR)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (264 reviews)
The view was absolutely breathtaking. Super relaxing hotel.

Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Activity duration is 8 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 58 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $125 per adult
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Water activities

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Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Activity duration is 4 hours and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult
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History & culture

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Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Marlin Del Rey Sunset Cruise from Tamarindo & Playas del Coco

Activity duration is 4 hours and 15 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult
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Theme parks

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Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch

Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch

Activity duration is 3 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 3 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $145 per adult
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Popular places to visit

Diamente is a must see if ever in Costa Rica. This is absolutely not a zoo, but an animal sanctuary. All animals are rescued by MINAE, the Costa Rican ministry of wildlife. Make sure to do the zip lines, they have the longest dual zipline in Costa Rica!

Diamante Eco Adventure Park

Meet the animals who live at Diamante Eco Adventure Park during your travels in El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Diamante Eco Adventure Park
Hidden beach

Bahia Pez Vela Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bahia Pez Vela Beach during your trip to El Ocotal? Stroll along the beautiful beaches or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Bahia Pez Vela Beach
Ocotal Beach

Ocotal Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ocotal Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.

Ocotal Beach
Coco Beach which includes a sandy beach

Coco Beach

Explore the depths of the ocean with your snorkel and fly through the treetops of the jungle on a zip line in this picturesque beach town.

Coco Beach
Playa prieta had beautiful black sand and lava rocks. Not another person in sight every time we visited.

Playa Prieta

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Playa Prieta might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Potrero. Discover the sunsets and bars in this relaxing area.

Playa Prieta
Playa Penca has lighter sand than prieta, and still no one else in sight.

Penca Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Penca Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Potrero. Discover the sunsets and bars in this relaxing area.

Penca Beach

Best Lodging Options Near Playa Matapalo

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo Sardinal Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal Sardinal Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!

5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!

Playa Matapalo Provincia de Guanacaste
5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!
Mahalo Lily Unique Place

Mahalo Lily Unique Place

2 out of 5
RIU Guanacaste Route Guanacaste Province
Mahalo Lily Unique Place
Bahia Pez Vela Resort

Bahia Pez Vela Resort

3.5 out of 5
Playa del Coco Sardinal Guanacaste
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Beachfront, Private Pool, Pure Luxury at Bahia Pez Vela, Villa Las Olas #4

Beachfront, Private Pool, Pure Luxury at Bahia Pez Vela, Villa Las Olas #4

Playa Ocotal Guanacaste
Beachfront, Private Pool, Pure Luxury at Bahia Pez Vela, Villa Las Olas #4
Sanctuary with Panoramic Ocean Views & Sunsets

Sanctuary with Panoramic Ocean Views & Sunsets

Playa Ocotal Guanacaste
Sanctuary with Panoramic Ocean Views & Sunsets
Villa Lantana • 4 BR • Private Pool & Bay-View Sanctuary • Sleeps 12

Villa Lantana • 4 BR • Private Pool & Bay-View Sanctuary • Sleeps 12

Guanacaste Province Guanacaste Province
Villa Lantana • 4 BR • Private Pool & Bay-View Sanctuary • Sleeps 12
Stunning Direct Beachfront Villa in Beautiful Playa Ocotal at Bahia Pez Vela

Stunning Direct Beachfront Villa in Beautiful Playa Ocotal at Bahia Pez Vela

Playa Ocotal Guanacaste
Stunning Direct Beachfront Villa in Beautiful Playa Ocotal at Bahia Pez Vela
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