Hotel Riu Guanacaste Matapalo

Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica View on map
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"Monkeys and iguanes roam the lush grounds, where water slides and a large pool host daily activities. A short walk along the beach leads to the Monkey's Bar. Made for nature lovers, and not for anyone needing dinner reservations."

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Check-in
2 Sept 2026
Check-out
3 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

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Why guests choose Hotel Riu Guanacaste

  • Beachfront
    Mata Palo Beach
  • Party Pool
    Live music
  • All-Inclusive
    International cuisine
  • Spa & Wellness
    Body treatments
  • Kids Club
    Supervised activities
  • Turtle Nesting
    Protected beach area

Overview

Featuring limousine and car rentals, as well as Wi-Fi throughout the property, the 4-star Hotel Riu Guanacaste Matapalo is 3.8 miles from Rojas Bros Boruca Indigenous Arts. Located a 10-minute drive from The Congo Trail, this hotel features 701 rooms with views of the sea.

The Matapalo hotel is located in a beautiful district, 1.2 miles from Playa Matapalo. The Riu Guanacaste is within a 15-minute drive of The Monkey Farm and surrounded by a mountain and green hills. Nature lovers will enjoy the vicinity of Cerros Mojagua, located miles away. No matter the religion, travelers prefer to visit Iglesia Catolica de Playas del Coco Church, a popular place of worship located about 20 minutes by car from this accommodation. The hotel is set near a boat dock.

There is a free vegetarian breakfast served at the Riu Guanacaste Matapalo. Guests can enjoy a refreshing drink at the pool bar.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    4 stars
Hotel Riu Guanacaste
Our tips

Should you book Hotel Riu Guanacaste?

Perfect if you
  • want an on-site casino - the hotel features one.
  • want a night club - the hotel has one on site.
Maybe skip if you
  • need easy airport access - the hotel is a 47-minute drive from Liberia Airport.
Best for
  • the on-site kayaking

Facilities of Riu Guanacaste

General
  • Free internet access
  • 24-hour reception
  • Wheelchair access
  • Currency exchange
  • Sundry/Convenience shop
  • Gift/Newsstand
Dining
  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Buffet breakfast
Leisure & Sports
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Casino
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi
  • Fitness centre
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis court
Riu Guanacaste Guest Services
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Hair dryer
  • Cable/ Satellite television
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

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Check-in
2 Sept 2026
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3 Sept 2026
Guests
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Children:

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