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About the Hotel

Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica, 0000
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica Matapalo is 15 minutes' drive from the Catholic Church of Playas del Coco and features an equestrian centre. This hotel offers a car park on site and 4 outdoor swimming pools.

Location

The stylish hotel is located in a beach area of Matapalo, 3.3 km from the Monkey Farm. The Riu Palace is a 10-minute ride from the Los Almendros de Ocotal and 10 km from Playa Hermosa.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Playa Matapalo, which is 30 metres away.

The Super-Man cable car station is a 10-minute walk away.

Rooms

The rooms at this property have blackout drapes and air conditioning. Some of them comprise a balcony and a terrace, appointed with a cupboard. Some rooms are decorated in modern-style design. Staying at the 4-star Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica, guests can enjoy view of the garden.

Eat & Drink

This Matapalo hotel features an American breakfast daily. The property has the swim-up bar with Wi-Fi and a TV. It also looks onto the poolside.

Leisure & Business

A steam bath and spa therapy are provided at a charge. This hotel has access to an own beach featuring umbrellas and beach towels. Guests will enjoy a tennis court, along with a full-service spa and a wellness area provided at the Riu Palace Matapalo.

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Facilities

Amenities designed for comfort – Perfect for layovers & transit travelers

General

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24-hour reception
  • Wheelchair access
  • Currency exchange
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Gift/Newsstand

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Kayaking
  • Tennis court

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • 24-hour room service
  • Car hire
  • Laundry

Dining

  • Continental breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Buffet breakfast

Children

  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's pool
  • Children's play area
  • Kids club

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Casino
  • Night club
  • Garden area
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • In-room safe
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica Location

Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica, 0000
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Playa Matapalo - Sardinal, Matapalo (Guanacaste), Costa Rica, 0000
Restaurants
Langosta Feliz Marisqueria
2800 ft
Restaurant
Getting around
City Centre
Matapalo (Guanacaste)4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Liberia Airport (LIR)46 min  ·  18.8 mi
Tamarindo Airport (TNO)56 min  ·  23.1 mi
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 14:00-23:59
Check-out
until 12 pm
Breakfast
At the hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica guests are invited to a buffet breakfast served for free.  The hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica provides visitors with a free continental breakfast.  The hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica serves a american breakfast for free. 
Year renovated:
2012
Number of floors:
6
Number of rooms:
538

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Review score
Based on 588 verified reviews
7.8/10
Very good
66%
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