Playa Matapalo, Carrillo, Guanacaste Province, Sardinal, Costa Rica
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We had a great time at the Riu Palace! We only have one other all inclusive stay to compare to but the food was definitely better than our last stay at an all-inclusive! The steak house and Italian restaurant were our favorites. We tried to get into the Japanese restaurant but it was full before...
One of the best travel experience in my life. The rooms,services ,location and the crew were amazing . Clean rooms, friendly service, very friendly staff, Very professional in all departments, they give us the rooms when we first arrived at seven in the morning. The food was excellent in all restaur...
I had an amazing experience at Riu Palace Costa Rica. This is my second time in Costa Rica and the best one by far. I had stayed previously at an adult only and that cost twice the amount and had less activities and entertainment, small common areas, and pool. This was perfect for my group. The se...
Just at the airport, heading home. Everything was excellent and don't believe any negative reviews. Food, service, pools were all excellent. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Cleanest resort we've ever been to. Everywhere you turn somebody was cleaning. Apparently, they're closing soon to r...
My first time in Costa Rica and definitely will be back! Specifically, the pool bar at the Palace - shoutout to all the bartenders that made our week so amazing, they were all so kind and funny!! Truly some of the nicest people I have ever met. The food was great, only downside is the restaurants ar...
Reddit feedback is mixed to negative on food, restaurant lines, and crowding, while still recognizing that RIU Palace can work for a simple pool-and-beach all-inclusive break.
Recent guest feedback includes recurring room-age and maintenance comments.
Best fit for guests who want the strongest room experience and views within a value-oriented RIU Palace format.
Scored with Grand Escape methodology v1.0.