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

Playa Conchal Guanacaste, Guanacaste Province, Santa Cruz, 50308, Costa Rica

Five-StarNear CoastMid-Size
4.5
★★★★★
3,986 reviews on Google
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Highlights

—3 pools
—10 restaurants & bars
—Full-service spa
—75 min from LIR

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Guest Reviews

★★★★★
Sid · 2 months ago

We had an incredible stay at The Westin Reserva Conchal. From the moment we arrived, everything felt seamless and relaxing—exactly what you want from an all-inclusive getaway. The all-inclusive family package really makes it worth it. Having everything taken care of—from meals to activities—made th...

★★★★★
Jada McDonald · 3 weeks ago

I went to this resort for a 50th birthday and the service provided was not consistent at all. On one hand, the servers at the bars, golf carts, and restaurants were amazing but the management staff was not. We paid a lot of money for the adults only side but did not know that this meant an adults on...

★★★★★
Elizabeth Kidney · 3 months ago

We chose this property expecting the level of quality typically associated with The Westin brand. While the staff we interacted with were kind and professional, the overall experience felt like a 3-star stay at a 5-star price point. At booking, it was never clearly communicated that we would be pla...

★★★★★
Elizabeth Quesada · a month ago

Our stay at The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa was absolutely beautiful and unforgettable. 🌴☀️ The location is breathtaking, surrounded by nature, tropical beauty, and one of the most beautiful beaches in Costa Rica. The rooms were comfortable, clean, and relaxing, and ...

★★★★★
debbie donovan · 4 months ago

Staying at the Westin this week. Lots of restaurants on the resort which offers lots of options. The staff is wonderful and they work hard to make you happy. For activities away from the resort, go see ERIK GARCIA, blue shirt with GOOGLE on front. He is amazing and caters to your needs. He has b...

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Details
—Playa Conchal Guanacaste, Guanacaste Province, Santa Cruz, 50308, Costa Rica
—+506 2654 3500
Getting There
—Nearest airport: LIR
Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport
—1h 15min transfer
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8.7/10
Westin
Guanacaste
86% complete · Excellent review coverage
✓ Official site verified

Scores

Beach9.1
High
Food8.0
Medium
Service8.6
Medium
Rooms8.4
Medium
Pools9.1
High
Value8.0
Medium
Family8.7
High
Romance8.5
Medium
Remote work8.1
Medium

Pros

  • 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

  • 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.

Things to know

  • 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.

What guests say

Most loved
  • Playa Conchal beach
  • Large lagoon-style pool
  • Beautiful grounds and wildlife
  • Friendly staff
  • Club-level quieter areas
Most common complaints
  • Food can feel average for the price
  • Large resort distances
  • Room condition can feel dated in some areas
  • Beach vendors and public-beach feel
Things people wish they knew
  • 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.
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.

Rooms

Rooms To Avoid:Guests sensitive to walking distance should avoid farthest standard-room buildings unless they are comfortable with a large resort footprint.Low

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.Low

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 categoriesMedium

Best fit for guests prioritizing a quieter pool, lounge access, and upgraded service within a large family-friendly resort.

The facts

3
Number Of Pools
10
Number Of Restaurants
SpaGolfTennisGood WifiKids ClubBeachfrontClub LevelSwim Up BarFamily FriendlySwimmable Beach

How we scored it

Food
Club Level Value: 8.2Restaurant Variety: 8.5Average Food Caveat: 7Guest Food Sentiment: 7.8
Restaurant Inventory And Guest Food Sentiment Analysis · sources: Official Dining, Marriott Traveler, Reddit, TripAdvisor, The Points Guy, Prince of Travel · verified 2026-06-28
Beach
Scenery: 9.3Swimmability: 8.8Vendor Caveat: 7.3Sand And Shell Quality: 9.1
Beach Score From Playa Conchal Quality Swimmability And Guest Beach Sentiment · sources: Official, TripAdvisor, Reddit, The Points Guy, Prince of Travel, CheapCaribbean · verified 2026-06-28
Pools
Club Pool: 8.8Lagoon Pool: 9.3Swim Up Bar: 9Family Pool Usability: 8.9
Pool Score From Lagoon Pool Private Club Pool And Guest Pool Sentiment · sources: Official Photos, TripAdvisor, Reddit, The Points Guy, Prince of Travel · verified 2026-06-28
Rooms
Room Size: 8.6Cleanliness: 8.5Dated Caveat: 7.2Club Category Appeal: 8.7
Room Score From Official Room Inventory Club Categories And Guest Condition Feedback · sources: Official Rooms, TripAdvisor, Reddit, The Points Guy, Prince of Travel · verified 2026-06-28
Value
Beach Value: 9Points Value: 8.4Food Value Caveat: 7.2Included Amenities: 8.3
Value Score From Marriott Points Potential All Inclusive Depth And Food Price Caveats · sources: Marriott Reviews, The Points Guy, Reddit, TripAdvisor, Prince of Travel · verified 2026-06-28
Family
Pool: 9.1Beach: 9.1Kids Club: 8.5Activities: 8.3Room Space: 8.5
Family Score From Kids Club Room Space Pool Beach And Activity Sources · sources: Official, Marriott, TripAdvisor, The Points Guy, Reddit · verified 2026-06-28
Overall
Food: 8Beach: 9.1Pools: 9.1Service: 8.6Marriott Rating: 8.8Marriott Review Count: 3850
Weighted Review Platform And Guest Sentiment Analysis · sources: Official, Marriott Reviews, TripAdvisor, Reddit, The Points Guy, Prince of Travel, CheapCaribbean · verified 2026-06-28
Romance
Spa: 8.4Beach: 9.1Club Quiet: 8.8Family Resort Caveat: 7.4
Romance Score From Beach Setting Club Level Adults Only Areas Spa And Guest Couple Sentiment · sources: Official, The Points Guy, TripAdvisor, Reddit, Prince of Travel · verified 2026-06-28
Service
Housekeeping: 8.5Activity Support: 8.3Consistency Caveat: 7.6Staff Friendliness: 8.8
Guest Sentiment Analysis For Staff Friendliness Housekeeping And Resort Support · sources: Marriott Reviews, TripAdvisor, Reddit, The Points Guy, CheapCaribbean · verified 2026-06-28
Remote work
Wifi: 8.2Room Space: 8.4Quiet Club Areas: 8.3Workspace Evidence: 7
Remote Work Score From Wifi Room Space Quiet Club Areas And Limited Workspace Evidence · sources: Official, Marriott Reviews, The Points Guy · verified 2026-06-28

Sources

RedditOfficialTripadvisorCheapcaribbeanOfficial RoomsThe Points GuyOfficial DiningOfficial ReviewsPrince Of TravelReddit Secondary

Scored with Grand Escape methodology v1.0.