Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Overview
Sardinal De Carrillo, Sardinal, Costa Rica
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Near Diamante Eco Adventure Park
8.6
Excellent
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Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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It sits on the beach just a 2-minute walk from Diamante Eco Adventure Park and an 8-minute walk from Playa Matapalo, with complimentary water park access and many on-site activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking and ziplining nearby. The resort also features six outdoor pools (including three swim-up bars), seven restaurants and seven bars/lounges, a full-service spa with treatment rooms, fitness/club facilities, free WiFi and a number of eco-friendly su

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Highlights
Vegetarian breakfast available
Free WiFi
Fitness classes on site
Free self parking
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Dates of Travel
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Rooms
1
Adults
1
Kids
0
Reviews
4.0
15-Dec-2025
"Very nice resort"

This property is beautiful and overall service is pretty decent.We did enjoy the majority of our stay and rooms are also very nice!

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Dec 04 to Sun Dec 14 2025 at a $281.87 average nightly rate.
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Property Description
Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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.
  • Some water is reused through 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
Amenities / Features
  • 24-hour front desk
  • All property's electricity comes from renewable sources
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach volleyball on site
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Children's pool
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Daily
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Ecostars
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Free WiFi
  • Free breakfast
  • Free buffet breakfast
  • Free self parking
  • Free water park access
  • Full-service spa
  • Garden
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
  • Hair salon
  • Health club
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Indoor tennis courts - 1
  • Kayaking on site
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Luggage storage
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Multilingual staff
  • Nightclub
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • Number of bars/lounges - 7
  • Number of outdoor pools - 6
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 7
  • Number of swim-up bars - 3
  • Pets not allowed
  • Playground on site
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Recycling
  • Scuba diving on site
  • Shopping on site
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Snorkeling on site
  • Spa services on site
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Steam room
  • Tennis on site
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Volleyball on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Waterslide
  • Wedding services
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Windsurfing on site
  • Ziplining nearby
Airport & Shuttle Info
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Policies & Fees
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast La Pampa Restaurant - Start your day with a hearty breakfast buffet. Located 2 km from the hotel.
Lunch Coco Loco Beach Bar - Savor tasty beachside snacks and refreshing drinks. Located 1 km from the hotel.
Dinner El Velero Restaurant - Enjoy delicious seafood dishes while overlooking the ocean. Located 5 km from the hotel.
Activity Horseback Riding Adventure - Explore the scenic landscapes on horseback. Located 10 km from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Café de Playa - Enjoy a cozy breakfast with ocean views. Located 1.5 km from the hotel.
Lunch Liberia Soda - Try traditional Costa Rican dishes at this local soda. Located 15 km from the hotel.
Dinner Ginger Sushi Lounge - Indulge in a variety of sushi rolls and Asian fusion cuisine. Located 3 km from the hotel.
Activity Zip Line Canopy Tour - Experience an adrenaline-pumping adventure through the treetops. Located 20 km from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Mar y Sol Bakery - Treat yourself to freshly baked pastries and coffee. Located 3.5 km from the hotel.
Lunch El Coconut Beach Club - Enjoy beachfront dining with a variety of international dishes. Located 2.5 km from the hotel.
Dinner L'Olivo - Delight in authentic Italian cuisine in a charming setting. Located 4 km from the hotel.
Activity Snorkeling Tour - Dive into the crystal-clear waters and discover vibrant marine life. Located 8 km from the hotel.
Frequent Questions

FAQs about Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

What time is check in?

Check in time is 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

Is there a gym at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.

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Map
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
  • Ocotal Beach - 3.1 mi
  • Coco Beach - 5.9 mi
  • Penca Beach - 8.0 mi
  • Hermosa Bay Beach - 9.1 mi
  • Flamingo Beach - 11.6 mi
  • Panama Beach - 12.7 mi
  • Conchol Beach - 15.5 mi
  • Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport (LIR) - 23.3 mi
  • Grande Beach - 24.1 mi
  • Tamarindo Beach - 26.8 mi
  • Avellana Beach - 34.7 mi
  • Playa Mansita - 34.9 mi
  • Liberia Parque Central - 35.5 mi
  • Santa Rosa National Park - 37.3 mi
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Reviews
Verified Reviews of Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
4.0
Thomas R. Dec 15, 2025
"Very nice resort"

This property is beautiful and overall service is pretty decent.We did enjoy the majority of our stay and rooms are also very nice!

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It sits on the beach just a 2-minute walk from Diamante Eco Adventure Park and an 8-minute walk from Playa Matapalo, with complimentary water park access and many on-site activities like snorkeling, scuba diving, kayaking and ziplining nearby. The resort also features six outdoor pools (including three swim-up bars), seven restaurants and seven bars/lounges, a full-service spa with treatment rooms, fitness/club facilities, free WiFi and a number of eco-friendly su

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