Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with full-service spa

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3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
3 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas
Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine
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Overview of Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

7.8

Good

Highlight
  • Offers an onsite restaurant. Only 5% of properties have this in Sardinal.

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the neighborhood

Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
  • Popular LocationDiamante Eco Adventure Park2 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcotal Beach30 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoco Beach35 min drive
  • AirportLiberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)46 min drive
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Room options

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

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bathtub
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double Room (B2C-US)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Jetted bathtub
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 19.95 Ping (66 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-US)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bidet
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Superior Room (B2C-US)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (E)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 5 Ping (17 square meters)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Superior Room (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (E)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 5 Ping (17 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 19.95 Ping (66 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (U)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 19.95 Ping (66 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room (E)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (E)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 5 Ping (17 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Double Room (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 19.95 Ping (66 square meters)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Garden View (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 5 Ping (17 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (L)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 9.98 Ping (33 square meters)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Room (B2C-US)

cleanliness

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 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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About the neighborhood

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 check out Reserva Conchal Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Diamante Eco Adventure Park and Haras del Mar Equestrian Center. Water skiing and boat tours offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.

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

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 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, sun loungers, and scuba diving, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body scrub at Renova Spa, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at any of the 5 onsite restaurants, which feature international cuisine and ocean views. Fitness classes are offered at the health club; other things to do include volleyball, windsurfing, and snorkeling. 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 smoke-free premises
  • A gift shop, wedding services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the family-friendly amenities, beach locale, and pool
Room features
All 701 rooms include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and minibars. Guests 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
Room service during certain hours
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

Entertainment

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

Awards and affiliations

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

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM–10:00 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
  • Snorkeling
  • 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.
  • 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
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 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
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.
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

Yes, the property is all-inclusive. All food and beverages are included, and activities include windsurfing, snorkeling, 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

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 447 out of 1163 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 334 out of 1163 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 187 out of 1163 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 96 out of 1163 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 99 out of 1163 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay here! The property is huge and there were activities on site every night! The food was good and there were plenty of options to choose from. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I like it a lot
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Bhartiben

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel has a steel key operated rooms very hard to find it in the pocket whenever we are ready to go in the room bathroom was dirty room was dirty very old furniture TV screen is very bad you cannot see it clear they said ocean view but you cannot see ocean from the balcony because there is so many palm trees, front of balconies I stayed on fourth floor but didn’t worked out whenever we ask for Room they delayed we have to call 23 times to get some very bad management Cook make faces when we try to tell to make some thing for us they don’t give answer in a proper way. I had a very very bad experience in you. I will never stay in any hotels , they did not told us about any activity when we checked in they did not give us map at all when I checked in ask for the water and Front Desk says they don’t have water pool is very dirty. Also, there is so many bugs and leaves inside very cheap alcohol , they use did not like it at all again the room is has very old furniture needs to be replaced. The towel has a hole in all that colors.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Erik Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Elena

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we had a very bad experience, with extremely rude staff and no attention to guest needs. The elevator was broken for 5 days out of 7, forcing us to walk up to the 5th floor. This situation was especially difficult for guests in wheelchairs; we observed some who waited for 30 minutes for an elevator that never came. Additionally, the layout requires guests to navigate a long hallway just to reach the elevator, adding to the inconvenience. Any attempts to address these issues with the front desk were met with rudeness and indifference, with staff members stating they didn’t care. The room and the hotel itself felt very outdated. The beach was dirty, and all the sun loungers were super old, dirty, and filthy, to the point where you just wouldn’t want to lay on them. Some sun loungers were in such terrible condition. During dinner, a raccoon was jumping all over the tables, which was quite awful. Considering the price we paid, the level of service and the state of the facilities were unacceptable and frankly ridiculous. We would never recommend this place. It’s probably one of the worst experiences we’ve had. This is an absolutely honest review; I’m unsure how there could be any positive reviews out there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, always something to do. They really make your stay memorable
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Luis Miguel, Springfield

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old, overcrowded, room amenities malfunction, restaurant buffet very disgusting, poor quality of food and drinks.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in pretty good condition. People were nice. Cool to see monkeys right there at the property. Bad part was the load construction into the later evening and the load music from the outdoor stage area later int to evening.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey K, Washington

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the beach and the pools.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024