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Costa Rica · 5★

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Riu Guanacaste

Costa Rica · 5★

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Low seaweed risk

Property

Sizelarge resort (701 rooms)
ChainRIU Hotels & Resorts
Vibemixed
Typical guestsFamilies, couples, and groups of friends, with a notable presence of Canadian and European families.
LayoutOne 6-storey building, mostly accessible via step-free level pathways with some ramps, featuring a low-rise village style.

Guest reviews

4.2on TripAdvisor· 7,894 reviews

#1 of 4 hotels in Sardinal

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Top praise

  • Exceptional, friendly, and helpful staff.
  • Wide variety and good quality of food.
  • Great pools and waterpark.

Common complaints

  • Alcoholic drinks can be sugary and watered down.
  • Potential for loud entertainment if rooms are located near the courtyard.

Heads up

  • Student groups/spring breakers (individuals or groups, regardless of age) are not permitted at any time.
  • Alcohol sales and consumption are restricted during Holy Week (Thursday before Easter through Easter Sunday), with most restaurants, shops, and bars outside the hotel closed.

Beach & Pool

Beach access - public

Seaweed risk: low

Spectacular Matapalo Beach, known for its clean, warm water and golden sand, with plenty of trees providing shade.

6 pools - swim-up bar, kids pool, whirlpool bath

Food & Drink

7 restaurants

Family

Fits a family of 5

Confirm room availability with the hotel before booking.

Offers: kids club (4-12), waterpark, babysitting, kids pool

Transfer

30 min from airport (LIR)

Transfer not included.

Family

Fits a family of 5

Confirm room availability with the hotel before booking.

Offers: kids club (4-12), waterpark, babysitting, kids pool

Transfer

30 min from airport (LIR)

Transfer not included.

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