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Hotel Riu GuanacastevsThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
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Scores at a Glance
Hotel Riu GuanacasteThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Overall
7.4
8.7
Beach
8.2
9.1
Food
6.8
8.0
Service
6.9
8.6
Rooms
7.2
8.4
Value
7.8
8.0
Romance
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8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better
Quick Stats
7.4
Overall Score
8.7
5-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.2 (10,658)
Google Rating
4.5 (4,001)
Rates TBD
Price / Night (pp)
From $204
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Near coast
Mid-size
Resort Size
Mid-size
35 min
Airport Transfer
75 min
All Scores
8.2
Beach
9.1
6.8
Food
8.0
6.9
Service
8.6
7.2
Rooms
8.4
8.3
Pools
9.1
7.8
Value
8.0
8.4
Family
8.7
–
Romance
8.5
8.5
Nightlife
–
8.4
Adventure
–
6.8
Remote work
8.1
Vibes
Yes
Lively
–
Yes
Adventure
–
–
Romance
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Nightlife
–
Yes
Kids
Yes
–
Golf
Yes
Hotel Riu Guanacaste
- Full-service spa
- 35 min from LIR
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
- 3 pools
- 10 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 75 min from LIR
Pros · Hotel Riu Guanacaste
- Official 24-hour all-inclusive product.
- Beachfront Pacific setting.
- Splash Water World, RIULand and RIU Party programming.
- Seven bars and strong entertainment footprint.
Pros · The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
- Excellent Playa Conchal beach setting.
- Huge lagoon-style pool with swim-up bar.
- Strong family and multi-generation appeal.
- On-site golf, spa, tennis, fitness, and kids programming.
- Marriott Bonvoy participation adds points value.
Cons · Hotel Riu Guanacaste
- Recent food and service feedback is mixed to negative.
- Some guests report room and maintenance issues.
- Beach/ocean conditions can vary and the resort is not walkable to a town center.
Cons · The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
- Large resort footprint can mean walking or shuttle use.
- Food receives more mixed feedback than beach, pool, and service.
- Beach vendors near public-access areas may surprise guests expecting a fully private beach.
- Can feel expensive for travelers who do not plan to maximize all-inclusive use.