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Riu Guanacaste
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Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo Guanacaste COSTA RICA
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Where families, spa-lovers, active travelers and couples come for sun and luxurious sand, this inviting resort provides the perfect blend of service and smiles fronting Costa Rica’s warm Pacific Coast. Nestled amidst tropical palms and fragrant gardens, guests are treated to spacious guestrooms and suites featuring a regularly restocked in-room mini-bar and liquor dispenser; a pampering spa; fun-filled children’s amenities including a playground, activity club and pool; lighted tennis courts; a disco and 24-hour, all-inclusive restaurants and bars serving delicious cuisines ranging from Asian fare to a robust Steakhouse. Creating the perfect setting for unforgettable vacation experiences, this polished resort has something for every member of the family.
Location: Guanacaste
- Costa Rica will impose some restrictions for Holy Week. Alcohol is not permitted to be sold or consumed. This ban on alcohol starts the Thursday prior to Easter and runs through Easter Sunday. A few hotels purchase special permits to serve alcohol, but generally it is not available. In addition, most restaurants, shops, and bars will be closed for the same time period. Restaurants in the hotels will be operating. The City Tour will not be operating.
- Family Room: ***Important Information*** Please note when booking a Family Room, the minimum occupancy for this room category is: 2 Adults and 1 Child between ages 2-12. Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. The hotel will not honor/confirm bookings with 1 Adult and 1 Child or 2 Adults.
- Two Bedroom Family Suite: ***Important Information*** Please note when booking a Two Bedroom Family Suite, the minimum occupancy for this room category is: 3 Adults or 2 Adults and 2 Children between ages 2-12. Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. The hotel will not honor/confirm bookings with 2 Adults or 2 Adults and 1 Child.
- Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
General Policies:
Check-in Policy – Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy – Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
Hotel Spring Break Policy- Student Groups/Spring Breakers (either groups or individuals, regardless of age) are not allowed at any time during the year. Guests disturbing or generating complaints from other guests or hotel may be removed from the property, at their own expense. Parties in rooms are not permitted.EFFECTIVE FROM 03/30/21
Transfer Policy – A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information – Room taxes and service fees are included in vacation price.
Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.
Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
Pet Policy
- Pets Not Allowed
- Liberia, Costa Rica Airport (LIR): 30 miles
- San Jose, Costa Rica Airport (SJO): 150 miles
- Year Built: 2009
- Accessible rooms: 1
- All rooms non-smoking: 701
- Floors: 6
- Total rooms: 701
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Baggage hold†
- Bell staff/porter
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children’s play area
- Concierge desk
- Elevators
- Exercise gym
- Free high speed internet connection
- Free parking
- Game room
- Gift/News stand†
- Housekeeping – daily
- Laundry/Valet service†
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Safe deposit box
- Smoke-free property
- Spa†
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Water sports†
Standard
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds – based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.
Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
2 Bedroom Standard
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds – based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (in each room)
Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Superior
View:Courtyard view
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds – based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.
Occupancy limits:3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Amenities – Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
2 Bedroom Superior
View:Courtyard view
Bedding: 1 king bed or 2 double beds – based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (in each room)
Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Amenities – Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Oceanview
View:Oceanview
Bedding:1 king bed or 2 double beds – based on availability, requests are not guaranteed.
Occupancy limits: 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total combined.
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
2 Bedroom Ocean view
View:Oceanview
Bedding:1 king bed or 2 double beds – based on availability, requests are not guaranteed. (in each room)
Occupancy limits: 6 adults, 4 children, 8 total combined.
Maximum of 2 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Cable television
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Suite
Bedding: 1 king bed and sofa bed
Occupancy limits:2 adults
No children allowed in this room category.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bath tub with spray jets
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Suite Jacuzzi Oceanview
View: Oceanview
Bedding: 1 king bed and sofa bed
Occupancy limits:2 adults
No children allowed in this room category.
Amenities – Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bath tub with spray jets
- Cable television
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Family Room
Bedding: 1 King bed & 1 double bed
Occupancylimits: 4 adults, 3 children, 5 total combined.
Maximum of 3 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Exceptions
– When 4 adults are booked, no children are allowed in this category.
– Family Room Category must have a minimum occupancy of 2 adults and 1 child (ages 2-12). Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Satellite television
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Two Bedroom Family Suite
Bedding: 1 king bed in one bedroom, 2 double beds in the second bedroom, plus a sofa in the living room.
Occupancy limits:5 adults, 3 children, 5 total combined.
Maximum of 3 children through the age of 1 stay free in existing beds with at least 2 adults. Children 2 – 12 years old are surcharged.
Exceptions
– 2 Bedroom Family Suite Category must have a minimum occupancy of 2 adults and 2 children (ages 2-12). Children aged 13 and over are considered adults. Single usage is not permitted due to minimum occupancy requirements.
Amenities: Riu’s liquor dispenser
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- AM/FM radio
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Bathtub/shower combination
- Ceiling fan
- Hairdryer
- Iron
- Ironing board
- Minibar
- Safe
- Satellite television
- Telephone
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
Furama
Asian restaurant.
- Attire: Formal
La Toscana
Italian restaurant.
- Attire: Formal
Liberia Restaurant
Buffet-style main restaurant with non-smoking section and terrace.
- Attire: Casual
Ocotal
Poolside restaurant/grill and steakhouse.
- Attire: Formal
Tucan
Gourmet restaurant
Various Lounges/Bars
– Filadelfia
– Pura Vida
– Sports bar
– La Plaza bar
*Unlimited local and imported beverages 24 hours a day
- Children’s pool
There is 1 children’s pool on-site. - Children’s program, onsite
Daytime entertainment program for children. - Direct access to a beach
- Fitness center on-site
- Hot tub
- Motorized Water Sports†
Assorted water sports available. - Non-Motorized Water Sports
Assorted non-motorized water sports available. - Pool
There are 2 pools on-site. - Spa†
- Tennis court
There is a tennis court on-site. - Water activities†Riu Splash Water WorldThis attraction will offer a variety of water rides and features for all ages, including a children´s pool with slides, Aquaracer, Body Bowl, Aquatube and Kamikaze and refreshments area.
- Golf†
On-site Entertainment
Shows, Riu evening programme or live music (daily)
Other Local Attractions
Free Perks – Shared transfers included. Select a Suite Room Category,save $67 per person plus more!
Valid Booking Dates:Now – 12/23/2022
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Riu Splash Water World!
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Includes $1285 in Resort Credits!
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Includes $885 in Resort Credits!
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Up to $1215 in Resort Credits!
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Up to $815 in Resort Credits!
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Honeymoon Inclusions!
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Kids Stay Free!
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Kids Stay Free!
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Honeymoon Spa Credit
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Honeymoon Inclusion!
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All Inclusive Amenities
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All Inclusive Amenities!
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