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Riu Palace Costa Rica
4 stars

Riu Palace Costa Rica

Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Ocotal, Costa Rica
Ocotal, Costa Rica
See location+506 2681 2300
From
£264
Cheapest

rate per night

7.7
Good
based on 612 reviews
612 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Superior room
£264
Double room
£296
Standard Room
£333
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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.

Rating
7.7
Good
Based on 612 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Riu Palace Costa Rica

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Superior room
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£264
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£264
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£283
Standard Room
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£333
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£337
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£393
Double room
1 twin bed
£296
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£364
King room
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£384
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.
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Amenities at Riu Palace Costa Rica

  • Snorkelling
  • Beachfront
  • Outdoor pool
  • Water slide
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Car hire
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key card access
  • Bottle of water
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fan
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Air-conditioned
  • Dustbins

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Scuba diving
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Water park
  • Windsurfing
  • Night club

Pool and spa

  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Pool towels
  • Water slide

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Public bath
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Sea view
  • Garden view
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Sofa
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground

Dining

  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Coffee machine

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Designated smoking area

Parking and transportation

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Laundry service
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Wardrobe or closet

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Aerobics
  • Fitness centre

Workspace

  • Desk

Reviews of Riu Palace Costa Rica

7.7
Good
612 verified ratings
Wonderful
296
Very good
105
Good
85
Okay
39
Fair
34
Mediocre
10
Poor
43

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8.8
Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2015
Pros (+) Friendly staff, clean and nice comfy rooms, huge pools, beautiful secluded beach. Great buffets and Krystal fusion restaurant, and snacks.
Cons (-) Cheesy entertainment shows. Not much seafood. Don't bother with the steakhouse restaurant.

Location

Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Ocotal

What's nearby

  • Ocotal Beach2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

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

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Riu Palace Costa Rica

Low season

August

High season

March

Average price (weeknight)

£273

Average price (weekend night)

£283
Cheapest month to stay with an average 45% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 33% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat 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 August 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 Thursday or Monday. The most expensive day is usually Tuesday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Riu Palace Costa Rica was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £271, while the most expensive was £271.
  • How long should you stay at Riu Palace Costa Rica? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 13 days.
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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.

  • Does Riu Palace Costa Rica offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Riu Palace Costa Rica offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Riu Palace Costa Rica offer free parking?

    Yes, Riu Palace Costa Rica offers free parking.

  • 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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Good to know

Value for money

7.4

Distance to city centre

2.1 mi

Nearest airport

Liberia

Distance to airport

14.5 mi

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