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
per person
Aug 15 - Aug 19
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Liberia (LIR)
8/10 Very Good! (1,154 reviews)
This place was phenomenal! We travel a lot and I have to say NO WHERE compares to Costa Rica! Great job RIU!

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

Villa Numu

Villa Numu

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 13 - Aug 17
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Tambor (TMU)
No reviews
Villa Nimbu

Villa Nimbu

3.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
per person
Aug 13 - Aug 17
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Tambor (TMU)
No reviews

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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 51 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
7.6 out of 10 with 9 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
7.6 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult
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Theme parks

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Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Wildlife Sanctuary Pass

Diamante Eco Adventure Park: Wildlife Sanctuary Pass

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $48 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

4/5(18 reviews)

Meet the animals who live at Diamante Eco Adventure Park during your travels in El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly 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 romantic area.

Bahia Pez Vela Beach
Ocotal Beach

Ocotal Beach

4/5(208 reviews)

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 romantic area, or seek out the local tours.

Ocotal Beach
Coco Beach which includes a sandy beach

Coco Beach

4/5(489 reviews)

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

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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

4.5/5(55 reviews)

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 Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
4 out of 5
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
3.5 out of 5
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - 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
5 MINUTES TO BEACH! Dazzling Luxury Hilltop Estate w/ MASSIVE Outdoor Oasis!
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
3.5 out of 5
Playa del Coco, Sardinal, Guanacaste
Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!
Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!
Ocotal
Bahia Pez Vela -1 Minute Walk to Secluded Beach, Ocean View and Infinity Pools!
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
Stunning Direct Beachfront Villa in Beautiful Playa Ocotal at Bahia Pez Vela
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
Beachfront, Private Pool, Pure Luxury at Bahia Pez Vela, Villa Las Olas #4
Bayview resort villa w/ BBQ area, shared pool, amazing views, and beach access
Bayview resort villa w/ BBQ area, shared pool, amazing views, and beach access
Playa Ocotal
Bayview resort villa w/ BBQ area, shared pool, amazing views, and beach access
Spectacular View Luxury Villa, Overlooking Ocean at Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Spectacular View Luxury Villa, Overlooking Ocean at Bahia Pez Vela Resort
Guanacaste Province
Spectacular View Luxury Villa, Overlooking Ocean at Bahia Pez Vela Resort
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