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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

4.0 star property
Travelers find paradise at this Costa Rican resort where they can relax on warm sands, book a spa treatment, or try their hand at water sports

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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is on Costa Rica's sunny coast with a breakfast buffet and four outdoor pools. Enjoy windsurfing, kayaking, and Renova Spa treatments. Four on-site restaurants serve local flavors at this all-inclusive resort.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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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

No pets or service animals allowed

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.
Some water is reused through 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

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

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. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

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

Check-out is at noon.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include kayaking, rowing/canoeing, surfing/body boarding, and more.

Where is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal property is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Matapalo, Diamante Eco Adventure Park, and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center. Danta Beach and Penca Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 704 out of 1529 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 367 out of 1529 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 257 out of 1529 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 110 out of 1529 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 91 out of 1529 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimball Ennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, lots to do, staff exceptional, nice restaurant and food choices
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stevan

Staff throughout were amazing, especially hard working restaurant staff and pool bartenders and servers.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our family had a great time at RIU Palace. The staff is amazing! We made many new friends there!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

APSARA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT STAFF
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn H

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean rooms and pools
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff were amazing and food was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Badal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is good. Staff was very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yarden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent food and staff. Rooms are a bit dated and could be cleaner but they are doing a full Reno end of summer this year. Will definitely return!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

patti J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place ! A little outdated but they are renovating soon! Staff was excellent!! The food was ok! .
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pool was great, the hotel was old, needed reno's
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A perfect stay. Lots of lounge chairs and shade, great food, beautiful garden
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Diana Lawson

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Swimup bar Stass was Great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Truly “all inclusive”, very clean resort, and all staff were professional and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Vantoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The poolside seating great, swim up bar great, food in restaurants three out of five, dinning buffet great ,drinks great and the rooms updating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virvioly

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

10/10 Excellent

Adam Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel, location and staff were all wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are looking for a high-end, all-inclusive experience in Guanacaste, the Riu Palace is a top-tier choice. The combination of beautiful views, excellent hospitality, and diverse activity options makes it a perfect destination for couples or anyone looking to enjoy the beauty of Costa Rica in style. ​We are already looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jermaine

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good resort staff nice and food was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Brooke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Outdoor facilities were great. Rooms are dated, left much to be desired. Staff was great. Drinks were plentiful. Food was a B-. Shows were okay. A lot less busy than the Riu next door which was nice. The waterpark was good but no food and drinks were limited. March is hot…like 95-105 hot so be prepared.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

TRACY LEE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hot tub wasn’t working. Pool area was nice , rooms were clean but out dated . Staff was excellent. Food was good . Needs less steps to pool area and needs another elevator.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall the resort was perfect. The front desk staff were a little stuffy and not very friendly. However, the service at the bar and around the pool made up for it. They were all fun, smiling, joking, and having a good time with guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nora Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool, service and entertainment were great! I misplaced a cell phone and it was found - so important. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Laquisha Desha

Liked: Amenities
Staff wonderful, resort okay and entertaining. Had a few boo boos but everyone was well mannered and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

dennis Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
rooms and property very clean. all the staff were great.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great but there were ants in the room which were worse when it rained.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026