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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 star property
Ocean adventures await at this coastal retreat, where travelers can relax by the sea or try kayaking and windsurfing for an unforgettable escape

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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive: Turquoise waters meet forests. Enjoy beachfront breakfast buffets, snorkeling, or kayaking. Renova Spa offers deep-tissue massages. Eco-certified with five restaurants and free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • All inclusive
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (L)

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room (E)

  • 29 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (ROH | C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(19 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 72 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Garden View (L)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 71 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Ocean View (E)

  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | C)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (U)

  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | U)

  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (L)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (C)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | C)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room (Swim up | U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | U)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | U)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | U)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (ROH | Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room ( Kid Free | C)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (C)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Swim up | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (Kids Free | B2C-CA)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | L)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room (& Friends | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Swim up | L)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ocean View (L)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room (E)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, Pool View (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (E)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Room (& Friends | E)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room (Swim up | E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite, Ocean View (E)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room -5 guests-

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room -5 guests-

  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room Standard

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Room (U)

  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(48 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Double Room (U)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(184 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Sardinal, Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa Potrero and Flamingo Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Rocio's Kitchen. Water skiing and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our El Ocotal travel guide
Map
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Playa Matapalo
    Playa Matapalo
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Coco Beach
    Coco Beach
    56 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Playa Hermosa
    Playa Hermosa
    56 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park
    3 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Playa Calzón de Pobre
    61 min drive - 28.9 km

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
    53 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sports Bar
    9 min walk
  • Restaurante Liberia
    9 min walk
  • Pura Vida Bar
    9 min walk
  • Coconut Pool Bar
    8 min walk
  • Restaurante Papagayo
    6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

  • All-inclusive family-friendly property
  • Consider a stay at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, free water park access, and a nightclub. With a beachfront location, sun loungers, and scuba diving, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, aromatherapy, or a body scrub at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. At the 7 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include windsurfing, kayaking, and volleyball. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 3 swim-up bars and a poolside bar.
  • You'll also enjoy perks such as:
    • 6 outdoor pools and a children's pool, along with a waterslide, 3 swim-up bars, and pool umbrellas
    • Free self parking
    • An indoor tennis court, massage treatment rooms, and a porter/bellhop
    • A billiards/pool table, a gift shop, and an elevator
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale, pool, and helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All 1041 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/tub combinations
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
    • Balconies or patios, ceiling fans, and daily housekeeping

All inclusive details

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

Gratuities and taxes

  • Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

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

Activities and facilities/equipment

  • All onsite activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

    • Kayaking
    • Snorkeling
    • Windsurfing

Land activities

    • Volleyball
    • Kids club

Entertainment

    • Onsite entertainment and activities
    • Access to onsite nightclubs
    • Onsite live performances
    • Theme parties

Awards and affiliations

  • Eco-Certified Property
  • This property participates in Ecostars, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 swim-up bars
  • 7 bars/lounges
  • 7 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Agave
  • Furama
  • Liberia
  • Papagayo
  • Steak House

Things to do

  • 6 outdoor pools
  • Beach volleyball
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free water park
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor tennis court
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Scuba diving
  • Shopping
  • Snorkeling
  • Steam room
  • Waterslide
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • 6 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Waterslide

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool umbrellas

Full-service spa

  • 8 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Renewable energy used
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Waste recycling policy

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
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
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
Children up to the age of 2 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant 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 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

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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

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Reviews

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 276 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 63 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 512 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy beach access, lovely grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time Clean hotel & friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erickson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good stay specially for the kids, my family and I had a blast.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food was decent, the drinks were plentiful, the workers were kind and the scenery was spectacular!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay. They keep the facilities super clean. Already thinking of when to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayvon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and relaxing and had a great view of the ocean
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mabel Piedad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the food. There was a great variety, for every taste. The staff was very nice. I liked the resort very much.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Lynn Rose

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The beach was amazing and the pool area was enjoyable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sashena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent. Clean room, food was so good and well seasoned at the buffet…pool was so fun and drinks was good also .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yakelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service nice staff very good
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MaeJean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean, the staff were kind, friendly and oh so helpful. The beach and pool were amazingly maintained. Overall our stay was outstanding!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheng Wah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious for 3 people. We booked for 1 king and 1 twin size bed. The room was very clean with a sizeable balcony overlooking the forest. We enjoyed the restaurants a lot and tried every one of them. You will never go hungry and thirsty staying here. The pools were huge and the beach was only steps away from the resort. Overall, we had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice in hotel!!! The staff was helpful, however they could have more English speaking staff. However, we throughly enjoyed our stay. Plenty to do and the all inclusive component topped it all off. Thank you Rui for an amazing vacation!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Margarita Eden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Riu a wonderful place to stay with family. The room was clean, amenities were nice. The only observation we had was some restaurants were closed, and due to the food was great, reservation to restaurants will be highly suggested. But nevertheless, our stay was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The entire resort is so clean and the staff are so nice
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The resort was clean, pools and bars were nice, it wasn’t too packed, and the resort was always clean. The food was okay. I recommend the Tiki Taco and monkey bar as the best places to eat. The rest of the food is buffets besides 2 places and a buffet wasn’t wanting special. Would go again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, food was good lots of options. Lots of pools and bars to choose from. Clean property only area room for improvement is the beach area. If they kept it cleaner added shaded huts and a close bar/food area more people would use it.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our family enjoyed the stay. The food was basic and the adults wished for a bit more of a local cuisine option but the kids were very happy.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean hotel and very friendly to guest
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
amazing resort , friendly staff , bar makes the best cocktails , food was great , beach and pool area were clean and maintained .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is very nice and beautiful, the staff were excellent and courteous, very helpful and friendly. The shows were great and the food was very good too. Will recommend, and will go back for next year spring break.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John T

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We truly enjoyed our stay. The staff was very friendly, the food was excellent and it had a nice balance between relax/fun.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Gemila

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spacious and comfortable, including the bed. Food was a little better than average. Entertainment nightly. Great place to go to relax. It was too hot to do much outside most of the day-we were there in May. Pool water was warm. Beach water a bit cooler and surprisingly calm. Swim up pool bar was rowdy. Very family friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and the recent renovations definitely improved the room amenities, etc. In order to get around, there is a lot of walking involved. This is something to keep in mind for those with limited mobility. There was a festival going on the latter part of our stay that overtook the resort. If you’re looking for tranquil and quiet, I would research the time you plan to go. However, the beach was fantastic and the pools were wonderful! The staff was super friendly as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the food was great! The surrounding wildlife was fascinating and tour giuds at the hotel were helpful in finding off property adventures.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025