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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica
Five-Star
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Five-Star·★ 4.5

Scores at a Glance

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Overall
7.9
8.7
Beach
8.2
9.1
Food
7.3
8.0
Service
8.0
8.6
Rooms
7.4
8.4
Value
7.8
8.0
Romance
·
8.5
Scores out of 10 · higher is better

Quick Stats

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasureThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
7.9Overall Score8.7 (better)
5-starStar Rating5-star
–Google Rating4.5 (4,065)
(better)From $168Price / Night (pp)From $396
NoAdults OnlyNo
ListedKids' ClubListed
Near coastBeachfrontNear coast
Mid-sizeResort SizeMid-size
(better)45 minAirport Transfer75 min

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Included. 24 hours
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking. Arenal buffet plus Krystal, L'anfora, Tokio and Papagayo grill; some listings count up to 6 pools/extra bars Named service details are confirmed by the current directory. Papagayo breakfast is listed in its meal tag; exact breakfast hours are unverified. L’Anfora has starter/dessert buffets alongside the dinner menu; mixed service does not create additional restaurants.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 5 people in one accommodation. Family Suite. Adult limit unverified.
See supplier details at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

Kids' club & childcare
Kids’ club listed. Confirm supervision and drop-off rules.
Room service
Unverified
Dining reservations
Restaurant reservation rules are unverified; confirm before booking.
Single accommodation capacity
Largest confirmed capacity: 4 people in one accommodation. Deluxe Junior Suite; Family Junior Suite; Premium Junior Suite; 1 more categories at this capacity. Adult limit unverified.
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Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica

Highlights

  • 6 pools
  • 5 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 45 min from LIR

Why choose it

  • Large pool complex with swim-up bar.
  • Beachfront Matapalo Beach setting.
  • Family-friendly all-inclusive format.
  • RIU entertainment and nearby Riu Guanacaste context add activity options.
  • Shorter transfer than more remote northern Guanacaste resorts.

Keep in mind

  • Food consistency and restaurant lines are recurring complaints.
  • Rooms can feel dated.
  • Not a strong local Costa Rica immersion experience.
  • Large resort setting can feel crowded in peak weeks.

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa

Highlights

  • 3 pools
  • 10 places to eat
  • Full-service spa
  • 75 min from LIR

Why choose it

  • 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.

Keep in mind

  • 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.

All Scores

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasureThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
8.2Beach9.1 (better)
7.3Food8.0 (better)
8.0Service8.6 (better)
7.4Rooms8.4 (better)
8.7Pools9.1 (better)
7.8Value8.0 (better)
8.1Family8.7 (better)
–Romance8.5
8.0Nightlife–
7.0Remote work8.1 (better)

Of the 11 measures we call, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica leads on 2 and The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa leads on 9.

Vibes

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasureThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
YesLively–
–RomanceYes

Activities

Hotel Riu Palace Costa RicaMeasureThe Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
YesSpaYes
YesWater sportsYes
YesNightlife–
YesKidsYes
–GolfYes
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