The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
8.7 / 10
Palmprint score
Strongest on beach and pools & spa
The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa at a glance
- Location
- Playa Conchal
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive
- Setting
- Near the coast
- Guest rating
- 4.5 / 5 on Google4,056 reviews
- Best months
- Dec · Jan · Feb · Mar · Apr
- Pools
- 2 pools
- Airport transfer
- LIRAbout 75 minutes
- Dining
- 7 restaurants
- Drinks
- 5 bars
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
- 1. Family Jr Suite, All-Inclusive, 1 Bedroom Junior Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, Resort: view room details
- 2. Family Jr Suite, All-Inclusive, 1 Bedroom Junior Suite, 2 Double, Sofa bed, Reso: view room details
Checked Sep 11, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 1 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
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The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Things to know
before you go
The Westin Reserva Conchal is a large Marriott all-inclusive on Playa Conchal, one of Guanacaste’s most appealing beaches.
The resort is strong for families, golfers, Marriott Bonvoy members, and couples who want a polished full-service resort rather than a boutique Costa Rica lodge.
The pool complex, beach access, wildlife, golf, and grounds are recurring strengths.
Food is generally considered good for an all-inclusive, but not the main reason to choose Costa Rica.
Guests who want a more local, exploratory Costa Rica trip may prefer splitting time with Arenal, Monteverde, or a smaller beach town.
Hidden tips
Upgrade to club-level access if a quieter pool and lounge-style retreat matter.
Use the resort as a beach-and-pool base, but plan off-property excursions if you want a broader Costa Rica experience.
Bring water shoes or reef-safe beach gear because Playa Conchal has shell/coral fragments in places.
Things guests wish they had known
The beach is beautiful, but it is not a fully private beach.
The adults-only or club-style sections can materially change the experience.
The resort is best for relaxing beach-and-pool days, not for an immersive Costa Rica road-trip style vacation.
Strengths from our research
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.
Other considerations from our research
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.
What guests say
Most loved
- Playa Conchal beach
- Large lagoon-style pool
- Beautiful grounds and wildlife
- Friendly staff
- Club-level quieter areas
Most complained about
- Food can feel average for the price
- Large resort distances
- Room condition can feel dated in some areas
- Beach vendors and public-beach feel
From Reddit
Reddit feedback is broadly positive on Playa Conchal, the huge pool, wildlife, staff, and relaxed vibe, while noting average food, large-resort logistics, and some dated-room concerns.
What’s included
Included
- Premium & à la carte diningIncluded
all meals and snacks across seven restaurants
- Top-shelf liquorIncluded
alcoholic drinks included in the all-inclusive rate
- Non-motorized water sportsIncluded
- Kids' clubIncluded
Westin Kids Club, ages 4-12
Not included
- Spa treatmentsCosts extra
- Airport transfersCosts extra
Airport transfers are not part of the all-inclusive rate; transportation is listed as an additional-fee service and the resort sells paid shuttle transfers from Liberia airport.
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
- Value
- 8.0 out of 10
- Service
- 8.6 out of 10
- Beach
- 9.1 out of 10
- Dining
- 8.0 out of 10
- Rooms
- 8.4 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 9.1 out of 10
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, romance and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
9 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jun 28, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 3 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, romance and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value8.0Medium confidence
- Beach Value
- 9.0
- Points Value
- 8.4
- Food Value Caveat
- 7.2
- Included Amenities
- 8.3
Service8.6Medium confidence
- Housekeeping
- 8.5
- Activity Support
- 8.3
- Consistency Caveat
- 7.6
- Staff Friendliness
- 8.8
Beach9.1High confidence
- Scenery
- 9.3
- Swimmability
- 8.8
- Vendor Caveat
- 7.3
- Sand And Shell Quality
- 9.1
Dining8.0Medium confidence
- Club Level Value
- 8.2
- Restaurant Variety
- 8.5
- Average Food Caveat
- 7.0
- Guest Food Sentiment
- 7.8
Rooms8.4Medium confidence
- Room Size
- 8.6
- Cleanliness
- 8.5
- Dated Caveat
- 7.2
- Club Category Appeal
- 8.7
Pools & Spa9.1High confidence
- Club Pool
- 8.8
- Lagoon Pool
- 9.3
- Swim Up Bar
- 9.0
- Family Pool Usability
- 8.9
Family8.7High confidence
- Pool
- 9.1
- Beach
- 9.1
- Kids Club
- 8.5
- Activities
- 8.3
- Room Space
- 8.5
Romance8.5Medium confidence
- Spa
- 8.4
- Beach
- 9.1
- Club Quiet
- 8.8
- Family Resort Caveat
- 7.4
Remote work8.1Medium confidence
- Wifi
- 8.2
- Room Space
- 8.4
- Quiet Club Areas
- 8.3
- Workspace Evidence
- 7.0
What it does best
- 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.
Where it costs you
- 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.
Room intelligence
- Rooms To Avoid
- Guests sensitive to walking distance should avoid farthest standard-room buildings unless they are comfortable with a large resort footprint.Guest feedback regularly notes the resort is large, though generally manageable.
- Best Value Room
- Junior Suite categories can be a practical value choice for families who expect to use the beach, pool, and activities more than the room.Exact value depends heavily on Marriott Bonvoy redemption pricing and the cash premium for club-level categories.
- Best Room Category
- Westin Club rooms or Royal Beach Club-style upgraded categoriesBest fit for guests prioritizing a quieter pool, lounge access, and upgraded service within a large family-friendly resort.
Everything we read on The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 8.0 / 10
- Places to eat
- 7
- Buffets
- 1
- Bars and lounges
- 5
International · Costa Rican · BBQ/Grill · American
Mitra Market international buffet plus specialty venues (El Ranchito BBQ grill, Caracola Costa Rican/American, others)
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Jr Suite, All-Inclusive, 1 Bedroom Junior Suite, 1 King, Sofa bed, ResortBack to sampled prices | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Family Jr Suite, All-Inclusive, 1 Bedroom Junior Suite, 2 Double, Sofa bed, ResoBack to sampled prices | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
More room options (5)
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Junior Suite | Sleeps 4 | 538 ft²50 m² | 1 bedroom | Lush gardens |
| Family Junior Suite | Sleeps 4 | 538 ft²50 m² | 1 bedroom | Gardens |
| Premium Junior Suite | Sleeps 4 | 861 ft²80 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Family Master Suite | Sleeps 4 | 1,163 ft²108 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Westin Club Junior Suite | Not published | Not published | 1 bedroom | Not published |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
Lagoon-style main pool with swim-up bar and shallow kids' area; separate adults-only Westin Club pool with its own swim-up bar
The beach itself
Playa Conchal's crushed-shell golden sand and calm, clear water; swimming and snorkeling directly off the beach, gear rentable on-site (official + Costa Rica guides); Pacific coast - no sargassum
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program
- Rooms that fit a family
- 4 categories, incl. Deluxe Junior Suite, Family Junior Suite
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa?
- Not in a single standard room: the largest stated occupancy at The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa is 4. Families of five or more need two rooms.
- Does The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
Taking a group
Renovated conference center and events team with all-inclusive group rates; nightly entertainment but no nightclub - family-oriented evenings
- Private dining & events
- Bookable
- Group rates
- Negotiable on a block
- Nightlife
- Low-key, quiet by late evening
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
When to go
Best months: Dec to Apr
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run May to Nov.
Jan
Best93°F / 34°C1 rain daysFeb
Best95°F / 35°C0 rain daysMar
Best95°F / 35°C0 rain daysApr
Best93°F / 34°C3 rain daysMay
Wet91°F / 33°C12 rain daysJun
Wet90°F / 32°C14 rain daysJul
Wet90°F / 32°C10 rain daysAug
Wet90°F / 32°C13 rain daysSep
Wet90°F / 32°C16 rain daysOct
Wet90°F / 32°C17 rain daysNov
Wet90°F / 32°C9 rain daysDec
Best91°F / 33°C2 rain days
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Monthly climate data
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 93 degrees Fahrenheit | 95 degrees Fahrenheit | 95 degrees Fahrenheit | 93 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 90 degrees Fahrenheit | 91 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Rain days | 1 day | 0 days | 0 days | 3 days | 12 days | 14 days | 10 days | 13 days | 16 days | 17 days | 9 days | 2 days |
| Verdict | Best | Best | Best | Best | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Wet | Best |
Getting to The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
- Nearest airport
- LIR · Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 75 minutes
- Transportation
- The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.
Your own driver. Possibly a lower price.
A personalized airport pickup could cost less than a taxi or shared shuttle. Compare private transfer prices before you decide.
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Destination essentials & trip planning
Playa Conchal Guanacaste, Guanacaste Province, Santa Cruz, 50308, Costa Rica · +506 2654 3500
Costa Rica
- Language
- Spanish (English common in tourist areas)
- Currency
- Costa Rican colón – USD widely accepted
- Power
- 120V, Type A/B plugs (same as the US)
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airport
- Liberia – Daniel Oduber (LIR)
- Flight time
- ~3.5–5.5h from the US (nonstops to Liberia)
Who it suits
Three of the 9 categories we score in the Palmprint file for The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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