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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5 star property

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Waterslide
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2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Boating
Free daily buffet breakfast

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • All inclusive
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste
  • Diamante Eco Adventure Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Coco Beach
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Ocotal Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Courtyard View (E)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room, Courtyard View (E)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room (U)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (L)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms (L)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room (U)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Room (U)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (L)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Sea View (L)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (L)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (U)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(36 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite (U)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | C)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | C)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

  • 818 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (C)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Sea View (E)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room, Garden View (L)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room, Garden View (L)

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (L)

  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Family Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (ROH | B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Double Room (B2C-US)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Suite (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, Ocean View (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Suite (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Superior Room (B2C-US)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

  • 807 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room (U)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(152 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Family Room (U)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(31 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 818 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Suite (E)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (C)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room (C)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (C)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (C)

  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | C)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room (C)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | C)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room (ROH | C)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (ROH | C)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, Pool View (U)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | U)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms, Pool View (Superior | U)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room (E)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (E)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (C)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room (C)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room (L)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, Pool View (L)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Double Room (L)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (L)

  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (C)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 2 Bedrooms (Superior | L)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Queen Beds

Family Room (& Friends | U)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Family Room, Garden View (& Friends | U)

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Double Room, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Superior Double Room, Connecting Rooms (B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, Connecting Rooms (ROH | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room (ROH | B2C-CA)

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room (ROH | B2C-CA)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

Double Room (Swim up | U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, Ocean View (U)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double Room Standard with Sea View

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room Standard with Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Double Room Standard with Garden View

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room Standard

2 bedrooms, minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Full Bed(s) and 1 King Bed(s)

Family Room -5 guests-

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite Deluxe With Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed(s)

Room Standard

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Room Standard with Pool View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About this property

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

3.5-star Sardinal property with private balconies
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the property's 5 restaurants. Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive offers 701 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Sardinal property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An indoor tennis court, a health club, and a complimentary water park with waterslides are featured at the property. 3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Renova Spa has 8 treatment rooms. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.
Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is an all-inclusive property. Room rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive features a full-service spa, a complimentary water park, and 3 outdoor swimming pools. Dining is available at one of the property's 5 restaurants. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the property's bars, which include 5 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

This all-inclusive property also offers a children's pool, a health club, and a nightclub. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive is a smoke-free property.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Liberia - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Furama - This restaurant specializes in Asian cuisine and serves dinner only.
La Toscana - This restaurant specializes in Italian cuisine and serves dinner only.
Tucan - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves dinner only.
Ocotal Steak House - This poolside restaurant serves dinner only. Reservations are required.

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

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 to 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
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

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
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
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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
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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive All-inclusive property

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 556 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 270 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1458 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 126 out of 1458 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Lynn, Greeley

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Area
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

rodrick anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Super nice staff
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

elizabeth

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old outdated fake picture
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Elanghovan

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worst services

Don’t have enough plugs in room to charge gadgets Tub is old model. Difficult to use tub. Slippery floors. Not enough elevators for customers. Swimming pools have lots of dead bugs and flies. Should be cleaned everyday. Food is same every day. When we have lunch in afternoon, chef was rude to Answer about rices . When rice was over, He replaced with white rice and told customers its all same. Very very rude. Unacceptable behavior. Breakfast supposed to be until 1030 am . But everything was cleaned up by 10 am . Disappointing .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sheddrick

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Nelida, Gypsum

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Danay, las vegas

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Shelly, MONUMENT

Riu was fi
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Erin

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Christina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for our family to play and enjoy the beach and pools at the end of our Costa Rican vacation. Very family friendly and plenty to do on the property and lots of options for local and travel excursions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Paul Lepro

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Construction noise and construction work all at entry to hotel.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
From a design standpoint the property has a great layout, nice pools nearby bar. The buffet was great some pushy people that acted like it was their last supper. They had evening entertainment not just Michael Jackson if you ever stayed at a resort in D.R. you know what I'm talking about. Dancing and music with some Costa Rican flare Diamante reserve nearby which was nice to visit. The staff was helpful. Not so great our elevator broke down only one working which would get packed. Often times I walked up to the 3rd floor. The beds lacked cushion, and I woke up with an sore back. The bathroom faucet used to be silver now its worn out in between silver and yellow. Our toilet had a foul odor I suspect they may use well water. My A/C only had one speed high and off and if you open the patio door and don't lock it closed the A/C auto turns off. During my checkout I had to walk down with my suitcase and carryon and the front desk told my I had to bring my used pool towels or pay a penalty. Why not just have the maid account for it totally unnecessary. It's a hotel with a lot of potential but if you're going to charge a premium price you should reinvest in the resort and don't inconvenience the guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurants not open every day. Hard for the open ones to keep up with food
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

michael allen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
there are two Riu hotels next to each other this one is old and run down. outlets falling out of the wall. Garbage all over the grounds. all inclusive hotel its one of the worst that I have been to.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Laura, Castlegar

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Riu Guanacaste All-Inclusive Resort provides excellent service, clean and spacious rooms, and a beautiful setting. Our room in the quiet new building was ideal for relaxation, though the long walk to the beach and bars might not suit those with mobility challenges. The mini-fridge was restocked every two days, and we had no issues using the in room safe. Meals were fresh and flavorful, even at the buffets, and the drinks were great. The pools were warm, like bath water, and the ocean offered warm swimming conditions with occasional large waves. A major highlight was the wildlife—howler monkeys were abundant in the trees, and gentle capuchins even took fruit from our hands. Excursions required travel, with most over an hour away. However, the Diamonte Eco Adventure Park was just 10 minutes by bus, and the water taxi to Playa de Coco offered a unique experience, despite the challenge of docking boats amid waves and riptides. The Monkey Bar, a 10-minute walk along the beach, was a must-see with plentiful and friendly monkeys, though better trail signage would be helpful. Entertainment catered to children, making it great for families but less so for adults seeking variety. The resort is somewhat isolated, and the air conditioning didn’t meet North American standards, so bringing a fan is recommended. Overall, Riu Guanacaste is a fantastic choice for families, couples, or adventurers seeking relaxation and memorable wildlife experiences.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The air conditioning in rooms are terrible and almost all fans around the lobby and theater doesn’t work.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett Howard, Pleasant Hill

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food, great service. Rooms were nice but the step in bathtub needs to go. Drinks were somewhat watered down. Air conditioning worked great.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE!!! Not a 5 star resort. dinning very limited. No reservations policy, had to make a 1 hour line to have one decent meal- the rest of the time I had to eat a the same buffet. Which at least was good but it’s the same food customer service IS HORRIBLE. employees are not attentive at all. WILL NEVER DO THIS AGAIN.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025