Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica - Beach access

Situated about 25 minutes' stroll from Playa Matapalo, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica Matapalo also offers 4 outdoor swimming pools. This 4-star hotel showcases a banquet hall, located 2.2 miles from Los Almendros de Ocotal.

Location

Nestled approximately a 10-minute drive from The Congo Trail, the Matapalo hotel is approximately a 15-minute drive from The Monkey Farm. The Riu Palace Costa Rica Matapalo is situated 3.7 miles from Iglesia Catolica de Playas del Coco Church, which is considered to be a sacred site. Along with other cultural attractions Rojas Bros Boruca Indigenous Arts is nestled around 20 minutes by car from the accommodation. Guests will find Super-Man cable car station a few moments from this Matapalo hotel.

Rooms

The property features 538 rooms with storage, and views of the ocean.

Food & Drinks

A free buffet breakfast is offered each morning at the Riu Palace Costa Rica. Drinks and pool views are available at the lounge bar. Nearby restaurants, including Langosta Feliz Marisqueria is merely 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Leisure & Activities

This hotel provides a gym area and a sauna for an additional fee. Guests can make different arrangements at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica, including windsurfing, kayaking, and beach volleyball or rent cars to explore Matapalo. The property also provides guests with fitness classes at a gym area located onsite.

Why choose Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica Matapalo

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  • On-site spa & wellness centre

  • Multiple on-site swimming pools

  • Indoor and outdoor fitness center

  • Wide variety of on-site activities

Main amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • 24-hour services

  • Swimming Pool

  • Fitness/Gym

  • Sports activities

  • Spa and relaxation

  • Shuttle

  • On-site Dining

  • Child-friendly

  • Wheelchair access

  • Breakfast

  • Air conditioning

General
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour services
  • Swimming Pool
  • Fitness/Gym
  • Sports activities
  • Spa and relaxation
  • Shuttle
  • On-site Dining
  • Child-friendly
  • Wheelchair access
  • Breakfast
  • Air conditioning
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Internet

  • Free Wi-Fi

Parking options

  • Parking

Shuttle

  • Shuttle service

Activities

  • Fitness centre
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis court

Property services

  • 24-hour reception
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining options

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Buffet breakfast

For kids

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Recreation

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Casino
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi

For disabled guests

  • Wheelchair access

In the rooms

  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe

General facilities

  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Gift/Newsstand

Important information

Check-in:
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out:
until 12:00

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From USD 322 per night
Check-in 2 Jun 2026
Check-out 3 Jun 2026
Guests 2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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How we verified prices Our team regularly checks prices to make sure you see the lowest available rates. We compare them with hotel prices and other providers. If discounts or promotions appear, prices on our site are updated accordingly.

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Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica

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    Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica
    Check-in:
    from 14:00 until 23:59
    Check-out:
    until 12:00