Matapala
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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
The property is beautiful!! Check in was a challenge as they wanted us to use the Riu App which did not work for us. Finally we received physical key cards. Our room was also lovely. Housekeeping was a bit hit and miss when it came to re-stocking towels. Sometimes we were only given two bath towels ...
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
We had a room with a garden view
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Condovac la Costa
DO NOT BOOk THIS HOTEl!!! This hotel is the worse hotel I have ever been. Do not have restaurant only a salad bar and all the food is exposed to the flies. The only bar open has a ice chest that is rusted and all the flies are around the ice chest. Everything is so gross and filthy. Please don’t ...
Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
I am rating this property 'Okay.' Location is good - it was close to the action, but we still slept well. I like the mini Auto Mercado right next door for snacks and water. The bed was comfortable. We couldn't find anyone when we checked in, but she found us after a few minutes. Might be good to ...
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
Very nice place, ideal location
Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Luxury ocean front house, Sunset views, daily cleaning, 2 bedrooms
The host is absolutely amazing and acts like a personal concierge helping to arrange private tours, private chefs, in-house massage. The works! The cleaning lady is awesome, and she will do laundry. The grounds crew cleans the outside ant the pool each day. We absolutely loved this trip! Totally ...
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Popular places to visit
Papagayo Golf and Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Sardinal at Papagayo Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or seek out the local tours.
Playa Penca
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Penca during your trip to Coco? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Diamante Eco Adventure Park
Meet the animals who live at Diamante Eco Adventure Park during your travels in El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area, or seek out the local tours.
El Coco Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to El Coco Casino during your visit to Coco? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Haras del Mar Equestrian Center
You can take time to visit Haras del Mar Equestrian Center during your travels to Nuevo Colon. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Rocio's Kitchen
Enjoy an outing to Rocio's Kitchen during your stay in Playa Hermosa. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

1,5 Hours Private Horseback Riding Tour in Playa Conchal

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or Riu Hotels

Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour



