On the sun-kissed shores of Costa Rica, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive welcomes you to unwind in style. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, lounge by any of the 4 outdoor pools or at the beach with windsurfing and kayaking activities nearby. With Renova Spa's rejuvenating treatments and 4 on-site restaurants to savor local flavors, this all-inclusive haven has something for everyone.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Bar
Spa
24/7 front desk
Gym
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
On the beach
4 restaurants and bar/lounge
Full-service spa
4 outdoor pools
Free water park
Nightclub
Free supervised childcare
24-hour fitness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Beach sunloungers
Feel at home (6)
Supervised childcare (free)
Children's pool
Playground on-site
Private bathroom
Living room
Garden
Room options
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Junior Suite, Courtyard View (U)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Jetted bath
73 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-CA)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Suite (Jacuzzi | C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bath
73 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (B2C-US)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Sleeps 8
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Junior Suite (Superior (L))
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
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Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
73 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bath
73 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (U)
Junior Suite, Garden View (U)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
73 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds
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Junior Suite (L)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
40 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Eco-friendly toiletries
Jetted bath
Hairdryer
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
View all photos for Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
2 bedrooms
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
40 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View (B2C-US)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
2 bathrooms
Sleeps 8
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-US)
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (B2C-US)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)
Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)
Highlights
Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed
View all photos for Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)
At Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive, you can hit the beach to play volleyball or relax on a sunlounger, plus you'll have access to on-site snorkelling, windsurfing and kayaking. There's plenty of fun with the 4 outdoor pools and free water park, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials and body scrubs. Dining choices include 4 restaurants, and the bar/lounge is a great place to grab a cold drink. Other highlights at this all-inclusive property include a nightclub, a poolside bar and a 24-hour fitness centre. Fellow travellers say great things about the pool and helpful staff.
All-inclusive
This property is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).
Food and beverages
All buffet and à la carte meals, snacks and beverages included
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
In-room liquor dispensers
Water activities
Kayaking
Rowing/canoeing
Surfing/body boarding
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
538 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 21
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Children
Free supervised childcare
DONE
Pets
No pets or service animals allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
4 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Swim-up bar
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
24-hour room service
Snack bar/deli
Travelling with children
Free water park access
Children's pool
Playground
Free supervised childcare/activities
Local/corner shop
What to do
On the beach
Tennis
Fitness classes
Beach volleyball
Kayaking
Snorkelling
Windsurfing
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free food/drink shopping service
Hair salon
Luggage storage
Porter/bellhop
Beach sunloungers
Beach towels
Bike storage
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2012
ATM/banking
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness centre
4 outdoor pools
Free water park
Full-service spa
Nightclub
Sauna
Steam room
Water slide
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
Locally owned and organised tours and activities
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
100% renewable energy
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
Banquet hall
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible spa
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Closed-captioned TV
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Turndown service
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony
Separate living room
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Water-efficient showers only
Special features
Spa
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the property's full-service spa, Renova Spa. Services include facials and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a hot tub and a steam room. Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa.
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Guests under 17 years old are not allowed in the spa
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica All Inclusive El Ocotal
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Sorry, neither pets nor service animals are allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
Is there an on-site casino at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
No, this property doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (22-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as kayaking, windsurfing and snorkelling and improve your game at the on-site tennis courts. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes and volleyball. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 4 outdoor swimming pools. Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive also has a nightclub, a water slide and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a sauna and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive?
Yes, there are 4 on-site restaurants.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive like?
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive is a short 2-minute walk from Diamante Eco Adventure Park and 7 minutes' walk from Playa Matapalo. Travellers say that the property is in a great location.
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Service staff
Food
Room
Beach
Restaurant
Buffets
Entertainment
Drinks
Location
Family friendly
What guests liked
The pools were great, pristine clear, and inviting, with many options and a great pool bar area. (71 reviews)
The beach was clean, beautiful, and accessible with pleasant walks and minimal vendors. (32 reviews)
Breakfast was consistently praised for its variety, freshness, and quality, with many reviewers raving about the omelette bar and fresh fruits. (11 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
20 Apr 2025
nice hotel- more vegetrain options would be great
We really enjoyed the pools, beach, proximity to a monkey beach.
Not a ton of vegetarian options other than the buffet so we were limited on food
Emma
Emma, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Feb 2025
A hotel in the middle of beautiful nature on the amazing Matapalo beach. Extremely friendly staff, delicious food and great drinks will provide you with a great vacation.
Eldin
Eldin, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Feb 2025
We thought it was beautiful and the food was really good
Deborah Jean
Deborah Jean, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 Dec 2024
The staff was phenomenal, the food was amazing, and we always felt very safe. It was a great spot for a family vacation.
Holly
Holly, 8-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Nov 2024
Very nice place we enjoyed our staying
Ariel
Ariel, 6-night trip
6/10 Good
25 Apr 2025
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Stay
Just Average all inclusive. Needs updating compared to other Rui properties. Water Slides for kids were rough and uncomfortable. Food was mediocre. Except for the steak house. Rooms need updating. A/C and refrigerator didn’t work in some. Had to ask for replacements or move rooms. Would probably stay somewhere else next time visiting Costa Rica.
Joe
Joe, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Feb 2025
We had a great time at the property and the food was amazing. I would make the suggestion to upgrade the rooms to a more modern style.
Jesse
Jesse, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
28 Dec 2024
The service and people were great!
Michelle
Michelle, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Jan 2025
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were polite and very friendly. Great service. I would definitely recommend staying here for an easy beautiful vacation.
Lydia
Lydia, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
Great weekend getaway. The property is super well maintained, solid meal options and staff is incredibly friendly.
Aquib
Aquib, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 Dec 2024
Food was good and pools were great.
Philip
Philip, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Dec 2024
Beautiful hotel. Food was good. Staff was amazing.
Maria
Maria, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Belle place excellent service
Fanny
Fanny, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
9 Feb 2025
Staff and restaurants were amazing Rooms had.a musty smell . The rooms should be renovated
Maria
Maria, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
22 Dec 2024
Amazing staff, very kind and helpful!
Mariah
Mariah, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Hotel Riu was amazing plenty of pools and different restaurants plus the water park on the premises;staff is very sweet and cheerful and extremely helpful; the layout of the room was inconvenient since the tub was next to the bed and the toilet in a separate area plus the noises from the construction outside was loud
Manal
Manal, 5-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Sept 2024
Nice place to stay
Carlos
Carlos, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jan 2025
Weather very nice service excellent
Jose Refugio
Jose Refugio, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jan 2025
Excelente
Braulio
Braulio, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 Nov 2024
great price, great food, everything opens late 9-10am, everyone was very friendly and felt safe
Taylor Rose
Taylor Rose, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Me and bestfriend stayed a 8 days. Needed more time so much to do and we did everything. Food fresh and amazing. People so nice and bilingual. My Spanish is limited LOL bano. Night life a vibe, volcano mud and falls so amazing.
Monique
Monique, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Feb 2025
There were only two public restrooms, one in lobby and one in a restaurant. None with easy access from beach area and pools.
Patrick
Patrick, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Oct 2024
We loved the staff and the service!!
Joel Salvador
Joel Salvador, 6-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Nov 2024
Had a blast. Excellent staff and property.
Richard Samuel
Richard Samuel, 4-night trip
4/10 Fair
23 Mar 2025
Rate 5.5
there is no way that this resort should be rated this high.
Let’s start with the good. Pool and entertainment (shows/activities as pool) excellent!
Terrible cleanliness, outlets didn’t work, mold, cracked glass in shower, front desk upon arrival lack of welcome and details, restaurant service was excellent but no one shares the process or procedures as the best restaurant(steakhouse) has time slots that full up every night. Spa service was amazing but outdated and need to clarify age limits to services.
Sunset cruise excellent when not crowded not was told could be up to 100 people.