Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Reviews, Deals & Photos 2024

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Beachfront, with full-service spa

Dates

May 2024

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June 2024

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

5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

7.8

Good

Popular amenities

Free WiFi

Pool

Spa

Breakfast included

Parking included

Gym

Check out the area

Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste

Pacha Discoteque2 min walk
Riu Guanacaste sports bar3 min walk
Restaurante Liberia3 min walk
Restaurante Papagayo6 min walk

Room options

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Hairdryer

2 bathrooms

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Double Room (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Bidet

Jetted bath

66 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

2 bathrooms

Bidet

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

2 bedrooms

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

33 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Ocean view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (E)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

17 sq m
Sleeps 3
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Superior Room (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (E)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

17 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

66 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (U)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Bidet

66 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

2 bedrooms

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

33 sq m
Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room (E)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (E)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

17 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Separate sitting area

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Separate bedroom

Ceiling fan

Jetted bath

66 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

17 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (L)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

33 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

2 bedrooms

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Sleeps 5
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Room (B2C-US)

Highlights

Balcony or patio

Air conditioning

Flat-screen TV

Blackout curtains

Ceiling fan

Eco-friendly toiletries

Shower/bath combination

Private bathroom

Sleeps 4
1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Room Standard With Sea View

Sea view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room Standard With Garden View

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room Standard

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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Parking included

Free WiFi

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

2 May - 3 May

About the area

El Ocotal

Located in Sardinal, Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Ocotal Beach and Coco Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Reserva Conchal Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center. Waterskiing and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ziplining and ecotours nearby.

Visit our El Ocotal travel guide

What's nearby

Diamante Eco Adventure Park - 2 min walk
Bahia Pez Vela Beach - 23 min drive
Playa Potrero - 29 min drive
Ocotal Beach - 30 min drive
Coco Beach - 35 min drive

Getting around

Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

Riu Guanacaste sports bar - 3 min walk
Restaurante Ocotal - 9 min walk
Restaurante Papagayo - 6 min walk
Restaurante Liberia - 3 min walk
Zi Lounge - 22 min drive

About this property

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

All-inclusive eco-certified property

Consider a stay at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, free water park access and a nightclub. With a beachfront location, sunloungers and scuba diving, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a manicure/pedicure, a deep-tissue massage or aromatherapy at Renova Spa, the on-site spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include windsurfing, volleyball and snorkelling. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a swim-up bar and a poolside bar.

You'll also enjoy perks such as:

3 outdoor pools and a children's pool, with a waterslide, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
Free self-parking
Limo/town car service, an indoor tennis court and beach towels
A 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff and massage treatment rooms
Guest reviews speak well of the family-friendly amenities, beach locale and pool

Room features

All 701 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and minibars. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.

Extra amenities include:

Recycling and LED light bulbs
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
Balconies or patios, ceiling fans and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

This property is all-inclusive. On-site 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

Room service during certain hours

In-room minibar (all beverages included)

Activities and facilities/equipment

All on-site activities and use of facilities and equipment are included.

Water activities

Kayaking

Snorkelling

Windsurfing

Land activities

Volleyball

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

Access to on-site nightclubs

On-site live performances

Theme parties

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Travelife – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

Limo/town car service
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM–10 AM
5 bars/lounges
5 restaurants
A poolside bar
A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

Furama
La Toscana
Liberia
Ocotal Steak House
Tucan

Things to do

3 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
Sauna
Scuba diving
Shopping
Snorkelling
Steam room
Waterslide
Windsurfing

Family friendly

3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Free water park access
Playground
Waterslide

Conveniences

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

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
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
Manicures/pedicures
Sauna
Spa tub
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.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible spa

100% renewable energy
6 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Building
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Local culture and ecosystem education
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

Free bottled water
Minibar

Outdoor space

Balcony/patio

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
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

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

This property uses a grey water recycling system

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

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

Property is also known as

All Inclusive Guanacaste

Guanacaste All Inclusive

Guanacaste Riu

Riu Guanacaste

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive El Ocotal

Riu Guanacaste El Ocotal

Hotel Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive El Ocotal

Hotel Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive All-inclusive property El Ocotal

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Riu Guanacaste Inclusive Ocot

Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Sardinal

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive All-inclusive property Sardinal

Frequently asked questions

Does Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive have a pool?

Yes, this property has 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool.

Is Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and drinks are included, and activities include windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and more.

Where is Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive located?

Nestled on the beach, this Sardinal property is within a 10-minute walk of Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Playa Matapalo. Haras del Mar Equestrian Center is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Travelled with family

16 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Anniversary vacation and it was great. Loved the resort and all the amenities.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Haneefah Aesha

Travelled with family

16 Apr 2024

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Outdated - poor plumbing that smelled intensely of sulfur - food was mediocre - beach was ugly - felt a bit below the standard Riu experience

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrado Campos

16 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Muy bonita

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Cynthia

Travelled with family

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Dated property so the ac was slow, and the elevator was old and the food wasn’t the best

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

MAN

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Megan M

Travelled with family

14 Apr 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

If I could give this resort zero stars I would, from the moment we arrived this hospitality was horrible. Two thumbs down! We got to our room to be greeted by fresh blood on out comforter, semen on the towels in our supposed freshly cleaned bathroom, as well as makeup and semen smeared on the balcony doors. When attempting to call down, we discovered our phone didn’t work. They refused to change our room, and said they would have someone clean it when they could. After going and and forth and explaining how unsanitary this was, they sent someone to clean. Later that night our air conditioner went out in the room, we went down and when they sent someone up he showed us how extremely filthy the filter was. Day two, trying to forget the horrible day one our toilet broke, chain snapped right off. We had to wait for it to get fixed. Aside from no entertainment, and 1-3 hour waits for the speciality dinning, there was nothing at all to brag about at this resort. Staff is extremely rude and non accommodating, the food is mid, and no room service at all. They have one pool table, and you have to wait long periods of time to use it. The drinks are watered down, the elevators are slow and have no ac and if you’re hungry after 10pm good luck. There’s nothing to eat! So very disappointed.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

14 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Had a nice stay. Good was good. Staff is excellent.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Johnathan

Travelled with partner

13 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The property is a little dated, and the pool always appeared to be dirty i.e drinks and drink garnish around the edge of the pool. bugs and leaves in the pool. filthy poolside chairs. The food is about a 6/10 across the board. However, the staff is great and the ambience is wonderful.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

ASHLEY

Travelled with family

13 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Costa Rica as a WHOLE is very plush and everywhere on the RIU property vs. outside heading toward excursions/airport is photo worthy.Things to be aware-There's only 1 bathroom area outside of the lobby and 1 swim up bar area. They have 3 bars & 2 bathroom on areas inside the main lobby area. Which drinks are now served until 10:00am so if you are at the pool earlier( I'm there by 6:00am lol) than you'll have to grab any type of beverage wether alcoholic or not at the 24hr sports bar before heading to the pool area. Definitely feel like they should serve breakfast in the Ocala restaurant besides the pool area with views of the beach or at least have a drink fountain machine available since there are no servers until 10:00/10:30. Also there were only 2-3 servers waiting poolside for the entire outside lounge areas which made the wait even longer.Besides those small things the servers/cleaners were AMAZING & nice and the property area was clean. Even the local sellers on the beach we're extremely nice

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

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