Riu Palace Costa Rica

4 stars
Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Ocotal, Costa Rica
Ocotal, Costa Rica
7.6
Good
based on 662 reviews
662 reviews
Mon 3/11
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Tue 4/11
1 room, 2 guests
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£144
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
£144
Double room
£175
Standard Room
£217
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Overview

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offers 5-star accommodation, plus a Jacuzzi, an all-inclusive meal plan and a private beach. Popular facilities, such as a sauna and an outdoor pool, ensure an enjoyable stay in Matapalo.

The resort has 538 rooms and has been recently refurbished. Airport transfers, a dry cleaning service, a laundry service and babysitting/child services are available on request.

On-site dining options include restaurant, which is a convenient place to have a meal.

Liberia International Airport is a 55-minute drive from Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive. Playas del Coco and Playa Flamingo are situated an easy drive away.

7.6
Good rating
Based on 662 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Riu Palace Costa Rica

Mon 3/11
Tue 4/11
Superior room
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£265
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£265
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£284
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Standard Room
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£217
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£334
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£338
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Double room
2 double beds
£175
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1 twin bed
£203
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£365
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King room
1 king bed
£144
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Amenities at Riu Palace Costa Rica

  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Coffee machine
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Child pool
  • Airport shuttle
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Laundry service

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service

Basics

  • Internet
  • Wi-Fi
  • Fan
  • Air-conditioned

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Beach towels
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Minibar
  • Coffee machine

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Playground
  • Child pool

Pool and spa

  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Accessibility and suitability

  • Lift
  • Designated smoking area

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Scuba diving

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer

Workspace

  • Desk

General

  • Storage available

Reviews of Riu Palace Costa Rica

7.6
Good
662 verified ratings
Wonderful
307
Very good
114
Good
93
Okay
44
Fair
36
Mediocre
19
Poor
49

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Location

Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Ocotal

What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach2 mi

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Essential information about Riu Palace Costa Rica

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Average price (weeknight)

October
March
£335
Cheapest month to stay with an average 39% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 27% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Riu Palace Costa Rica

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Riu Palace Costa Rica

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Riu Palace Costa Rica, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and September.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Riu Palace Costa Rica, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Monday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Riu Palace Costa Rica was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £203, while the most expensive was £203.
  • How long should you stay at Riu Palace Costa Rica? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 10 days.

FAQs when booking at Riu Palace Costa Rica

  • Where is Riu Palace Costa Rica located?

    Riu Palace Costa Rica is located at Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, 2.1 miles from the centre of Ocotal. Ocotal Beach is the closest landmark to Riu Palace Costa Rica.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Riu Palace Costa Rica?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 12:00 at Riu Palace Costa Rica.

  • How far is Riu Palace Costa Rica from the airport?

    Riu Palace Costa Rica is 14.5 miles from Liberia. Riu Palace Costa Rica is 15.4 miles from Tamarindo.

  • Does Riu Palace Costa Rica have a pool?

    Yes, Riu Palace Costa Rica has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Riu Palace Costa Rica hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Riu Palace Costa Rica in Ocotal and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Riu Palace Costa Rica and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Riu Palace Costa Rica.

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Nearest airport

Distance to airport

8.2
2.1 mi
Liberia
14.5 mi

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