Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Detailed Information

Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo
Guanacaste
COSTA RICA

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Where families, spa-lovers, active travelers and couples come for sun and luxurious sand, this inviting resort provides the perfect blend of service and smiles fronting Costa Rica’s warm Pacific Coast. Nestled amidst tropical palms and fragrant gardens, guests are treated to spacious guestrooms and suites featuring a regularly restocked in-room mini-bar and liquor dispenser; a pampering spa; fun-filled children’s amenities including a playground, activity club and pool; lighted tennis courts; a disco and 24-hour, all-inclusive restaurants and bars serving delicious cuisines ranging from Asian fare to a robust Steakhouse. Creating the perfect setting for unforgettable vacation experiences, this polished resort has something for every member of the family.

Location: Guanacaste

Costa Rica will impose some restrictions for Holy Week. Alcohol is not permitted to be sold or consumed. This ban on alcohol starts the Thursday prior to Easter and runs through Easter Sunday. A few hotels purchase special permits to serve alcohol, but generally it is not available. In addition, most restaurants, shops, and bars will be closed for the same time period. Restaurants in the hotels will be operating. The City Tour will not be operating.
Two Bedroom Family Suite: ***Important Information*** Please note when booking a Two Bedroom Family Suite, the minimum occupancy for this room category is: 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children between ages 2-12. Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. The hotel will not honor/confirm bookings with 2 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child.
Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
Family Room: ***Important Information*** Please note when booking a Family Room, the minimum occupancy for this room category is: 2 Adults. Children aged 13 and over are considered adults.
In continuity with our product improvements, we are very excited to announce the upcoming renovation of the RIU Guanacaste hotel in Costa Rica, which will be taking place starting April 28th, 2025 to October 3rd, 2025 (re-opening on October 4th, 2025).

Check In: 3:00 PM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Minimum Check-In Age: 18

General Policies:

Check-in Policy - Deposits or credit/debit card hold authorizations are not requested at check-in. Minimum age of 18 is required for check-in, an ID/Passport will be requested upon arrival.

Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.

Hotel Spring Break Policy- Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.

Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.

General Information - Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.

Pet Policy

Pets Not Allowed

Early Departure Policy

Early Departure Penalty: 1 Night
Applies: Sunday - Saturday(5/1/2025 - 12/23/2026)
Early Departure Penalty: 2 Nights
Applies: Sunday - Saturday(12/24/2025 - 4/30/2026)

Liberia, Costa Rica Airport (LIR): 30 miles
San Jose, Costa Rica Airport (SJO): 150 miles

Year Built: 2009
Accessible rooms: 1
All rooms non-smoking: 701
Floors: 6
Total rooms: 701

† Fees may apply

24-hour front desk
Accessible facilities
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
Baggage hold†
Bell staff/porter
Children programs
Children welcome
Children's play area
Concierge desk
Elevators
Exercise gym

24-hour front desk
Accessible facilities
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
Baggage hold†
Bell staff/porter
Children programs
Children welcome
Children's play area
Concierge desk
Elevators
Exercise gym
Free high speed internet connection
Free parking
Game room
Gift/News stand†
Housekeeping - daily
Laundry/Valet service†
Lounges/bars
Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
Non-smoking rooms available
Pool
Restaurant
Safe deposit box
Smoke-free property
Spa†
Tennis court
Tour/sightseeing desk
Water sports†

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† Fees may apply

Deluxe

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 Queen beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy: 3 Adults, 1 Child, Total 3

Deluxe Pool View

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 Queen beds and sofa bed - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy: 3 Adults, 1 Child, Total 3

Regularly replenished mini-bar and selection of in-room liquors (4 bottles regularly restocked) double-sink, by door separate toilet service available in room.

Two Bedroom Family Superior

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy: Min 2 Adults, 3 Children, Total 5

Two Bedroom Family Superior

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy: 3 Adults, 1 Child, Total 5

Two Bedroom Family Room Superior Pool View

Bedding:1 king bed and 2 Queen beds and sofa bed - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy: Min 2 Adults, 3 Children, Total 5

Regularly replenished mini-bar and selection of in-room liquors (4 bottles regularly restocked) double-sink, by door separate toilet service available in room.

Two Bedroom Family Superior Pool View

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 Queen beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy: Min 3 Adults, 1 Child, Total 5

Standard

Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

2 Bedroom Standard

Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (in each room)

"2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door"

Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door

Superior

View:Courtyard view

Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy limits:3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Amenities - Riu's liquor dispenser

2 Bedroom Superior

View:Courtyard view

Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (in each room)

"2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door"

Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Amenities - Riu's liquor dispenser

2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door

Oceanview

View:Oceanview

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

2 Bedroom Ocean view

View: Oceanview

Bedding:1 king bed or 2 double beds - based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (in each room)

"2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door"

Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.

Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

2 rooms connected through a private hallway with an exterior door

Suite

Bedding: 1 king bed and sofa bed.

Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

Occupancy limits:2 adults

No children allowed in this room category.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

Suite Jacuzzi Oceanview

View: Oceanview

Bedding: 1 king bed and sofa bed.

Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

Occupancy limits:2 adults

No children allowed in this room category.

Amenities - Riu's liquor dispenser

Family Room

Bedding: 1 King bed & 1 double bed.

Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

Occupancylimits: 4 adults, 3 children, 5 total combined.

Maximum of 3 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Exceptions
- When 4 adults are booked, no children are allowed in this category.

- Family Room Category must have a minimum occupancy of 2 adults and 1 child (ages 2-12). Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

Two Bedroom Family Suite

Bedding: 1 king bed in one bedroom, 2 double beds in the second bedroom, plus a sofa in the living room.

Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.

Occupancy limits:5 adults, 3 children, 5 total combined.

Maximum of 3 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 - 12 years old are surcharged.

Exceptions
- 2 Bedroom Family Suite Category must have a minimum occupancy of 2 adults and 2 children (ages 2-12). Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.

Amenities: Riu's liquor dispenser

† Fees may apply

Agave

Candy

Furama

Asian restaurant.

Attire: Formal

La Toscana

Italian restaurant.

Attire: Formal

Liberia Restaurant

Buffet-style main restaurant with non-smoking section and terrace.

Attire: Casual

Ocotal

Poolside restaurant/grill and steakhouse.

Attire: Formal

Papagayo

Pepe's Food

Tiki Taco

Tucan

Gourmet restaurant

Various Lounges/Bars

- Filadelfia
- Pura Vida
- Sports bar
- La Plaza bar

*Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day

Children's pool
There is 1 children's pool on-site.
Children's program, onsite
Daytime entertainment program for children.
Direct access to a beach
Fitness center on-site
Hot tub
Motorized Water Sports†
Assorted water sports available.
Non-Motorized Water Sports
Assorted non-motorized water sports available.
Pool
Two new additional pools, one with a swim up bar.
Spa†
Tennis court
There is a tennis court on-site.
Water activities†

Riu Splash Water World

This attraction will offer a variety of water rides and features for all ages, including a children´s pool with slides, Aquaracer, Body Bowl, Aquatube and Kamikaze and refreshments area.

† Fees may apply