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Riu Palace Costa Rica
Playa Matapalo, Guanacaste, COSTA RICA
5.0 Star

Hotel Rating

5 Star

Luxury: exceptional accommodations, superior service and a full range of amenities

4 Star

Superior: deluxe accommodations, excellent service and a wide variety of amenities

3 Star

Standard: pleasant accommodations, good service with many amenities available

2 Star

Modest: comfortable accommodations with some services and amenities

1 Star

Basic: simple accommodations with few services and amenities

TBD

Hotel rating to be determined

From pools to their "Renova Spa", this new hotel has everything you need for maximum comfort during your stay.  The quality of the cuisine offered at the different restaurants of the hotel is exceptional thanks to their chefs, who prepare a variety of dishes, from classic to the most exotic.  Being on a privileged environment, the hotel offers a variety of activities on the beautiful beaches such as diving or fishing in the Pacific waters, ecotourism in the volcanic areas, and during the day several programs of entertainment for all ages, whether in family or friends.

Location: Guanacaste
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Hotel Advisories Expand or Collapse Section
  • 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. The hotel will not honor/confirm bookings with 2 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child.
  • *Important Information for Our Guest* As of April 2012, the destination of Costa Rica has gone non-smoking in all public buildings and areas. All hotel rooms are also non-smoking.
  • Current Renovations: Two Bedroom Family Suite - Occupancy Policy(5/22/2012 - 12/31/2020): ***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. The hotel will not honor/confirm bookings with 2 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child.
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Hotel Policies Expand or Collapse Section
  • Check In: 3:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:

Name changes inside of cut-off is considered a cancellation.

Hotel Spring Break Policy:
While this hotel strongly discourages spring breakers, it cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.

Transfer Policy:
A price may display when children stay free if your vacation includes transfers to your hotel.

Room Tax and Service Charges:
Included in vacation price



Cancellation Policies
  • Cancelation Deadline:  3 Days prior to arrival
    Late Cancelation Penalty: 1 Night
    Applies: Sunday - Saturday(4/9/2013 - 12/23/2013)

Early Departure Policy
  • Early Departure Penalty: 100% of remaining balance
    Applies: Sunday - Saturday(9/21/2012 - 12/23/2013)
No Show Policy
  • No Show Penalty: 100% of balance due
    Applies: Sunday - Saturday(9/21/2012 - 12/23/2013)
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Property Information Expand or Collapse Section
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Floors: 6
  • All rooms non-smoking: 538
  • Total rooms: 538

† Fees may apply
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Hotel Amenities Expand or Collapse Section
  • 24-hour room service
  • Beverage/cocktail
  • Casino†
  • Nightclub†
  • Shops and commercial services†
  • Spa†

† Fees may apply

Junior Suite Garden View

1 King or 2 Double Beds

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total

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.

Additional Amenities:
-Living room area with sofa
-Room service 24 hours a day
-Liquor dispenser
-Double sink
-Vanity mirror
-Amenities kit

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  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • AM/FM radio
  • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/Tea maker
  • Direct dial phone number
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite television
  • Shower
  • Wireless internet connection

Junior Suite Courtyard View

1 King or 2 Double Beds

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total

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.

Additional Amenities:
-Living room area with sofa
-Room service 24 hours a day
-Liquor dispenser
-Double sink
-Vanity mirror
-Amenities kit

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Room Amenities Expand or Collapse Section
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • AM/FM radio
  • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/Tea maker
  • Direct dial phone number
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite television
  • Shower
  • Wireless internet connection

Junior Suite Ocean View

1 King or 2 Double Beds

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total

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.

Additional Amenities:
-Living room area with sofa
-Room service 24 hours a day
-Liquor dispenser
-Double sink
-Vanity mirror
-Amenities kit

Room Amenities Expand or Collapse Section
Room Amenities Expand or Collapse Section
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • AM/FM radio
  • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/Tea maker
  • Direct dial phone number
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite television
  • Shower
  • Wireless internet connection

Two Bedroom Family Suite

1st bedroom with 1 King bed and 2nd bedroom with 2 Double beds

Occupancy limits: 4 adults, 3 children, 5 total

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.

Exception: Minimum occupancy for this room category: 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children between ages 2-12. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.

Exception: When 4 adults are booked, no children are allowed in this category.

Additional Amenities:
-Room service 24 hours a day
-Liquor dispenser
-2 (two) bathrooms: 1st with bathtub only, bidet, & double sink and 2nd with shower only & single sink
-Vanity mirror
-Amenities kit

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  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • AM/FM radio
  • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/Tea maker
  • Direct dial phone number
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite television
  • Shower
  • Wireless internet connection

Suite Jacuzzi Ocean View

1 King Bed

Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 1 child, 3 total

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

Additional Amenities:
-Living room area with sofa
-Room service 24 hours a day
-Liquor dispenser
-Double sink
-Vanity mirror
-Amenities kit

Room Amenities Expand or Collapse Section
Room Amenities Expand or Collapse Section
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • AM/FM radio
  • Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/Tea maker
  • Direct dial phone number
  • Hairdryer
  • Iron
  • Ironing board
  • Jacuzzi
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Satellite television
  • Shower
  • Wireless internet connection


† Fees may apply
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Arenal

Main restaurant with terrace.

Formal dress is required for dinner (Main restaurant: T-Shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; Theme restaurants: Long trousers and T-Shirt with sleeves for gentlemen.)


Capuchino

Patisserie & Ice cream parlor.

  • Type: Dessert/ice cream/snack bar

Coconut

Pool bar with swim-up bar.

  • Type: Bar/lounge

Daiquiri

Lobby Bar.

  • Type: Bar/lounge

Flora

Plaza bar.

  • Type: Bar/lounge

Krystal

Fusion restaurant.  Reservations required in advance.

Formal dress is required for dinner (Main restaurant: T-Shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; Theme restaurants: Long trousers and T-Shirt with sleeves for gentlemen.)


L'Anfora

Reservations required in advance.

Formal dress is required for dinner (Main restaurant: T-Shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; Theme restaurants: Long trousers and T-Shirt with sleeves for gentlemen.)

  • Cuisine: Italian

Lounge 24

Open 24 hours.  All Inclusive service.

  • Type: Bar/lounge

Papagayo

Poolside restaurant. Reservations required in advance.

Formal dress is required for dinner (Main restaurant: T-Shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; Theme restaurants: Long trousers and T-Shirt with sleeves for gentlemen.)

  • Cuisine: Steak houses

Tico Tico

Lounge bar with terrace.

  • Type: Bar/lounge

Tokio

Reservations required in advance.

Formal dress is required for dinner (Main restaurant: T-Shirts with sleeves for gentlemen; Theme restaurants: Long trousers and T-Shirt with sleeves for gentlemen.)

  • Cuisine: Japanese

Various Restaurants/Bars/Lounges

Some restaurants may only operate on select schedules. At the al la carte restaurants reservations must be made at least one day in advance. Some restaurants may require appropriate dress. Consult the hotel for hours of operation, reservation policies and dress codes.


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  • Beach

    Free sun loungers.


  • Billiards†
  • Children's pool
  • Children's program
    more (+)
    • Children's program
    less (-)
  • Gym
    Use of this facility is restricted to guests over 18 years old.  Sports shoes are mandatory when using the gym.
  • Jacuzzi
    Use of this facility is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
  • Non-Motorized Water Sports
    Windsurfing, pedaloes, snorkelling equipment, kayaking.
  • Playground
    more (+)
    • Children's program
    less (-)
  • Pool

    4 swimming pools.  One of them with swim-up bar.

    Free sun loungers, towels, and parasols by the pool.


    more (+)
    • Towels available
    less (-)
  • Scuba diving

    1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool.  Fees apply to all other sessions.


  • Steam bath
    Use of this facility is restricted to guests over 18 years old.
  • Tennis court
    Floodlit hard surface tennis court.
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Offsite Recreation Expand or Collapse Section
  • Golf†
  • Horseback riding†
  • Motorized Water Sports†

† Fees may apply

Current Promotions


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Up to $35 Spa Credit
Travel Dates:
11/2/2012 -12/23/2013  
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Up to $35 Spa Credit

Guests will receive a $35 Spa Credit valid per person, per stay. Spa credit is valid for 80 minute or longer massage.

This promotion is automatically included when you book your vacation package. Restrictions may apply.

Valid Booking Dates: 6/21/2012 - 12/23/2013

Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.


All Inclusive Inclusions
Travel Dates:
11/2/2012 -12/23/2013  
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All Inclusive Inclusions

The All Inclusive program includes the following amenities:
-All meals - Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Special evening themed buffets 2 times a week. Optional a la carte dinning with reservations required in advance.
-Snacks 24 hours a day
-For additional lunch and snacks, a free choice from a selection of restaurants at the Riu Palace Costa Rica and Riu Guanacaste hotels
-Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day. Regularly restocked mini-bar and liquor dispensers. Drinks service at the pool.
-Gym
-Beach volleyball
-Tennis
-Non mortized watersports: Windsurfing, pedaloes, snorkelling equipment, kayaking, and 1 introductory scuba diving lesson in the pool.
-Daytime entertainment program for children ages 4-12
-Daytime entertainment for adults
-Shows, Riu evening program or live music
-Complimentary entrance to Pacha night club and to the casino (Drinks not included)
-Taxes and gratuities

Valid Booking Dates: 6/21/2012 - 12/23/2013

Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions may apply.

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Playa Matapalo, Guanacaste  
COSTA RICA

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