RIU PALACE COSTA RICA

  • Pool

    Pool

  • Overall

    Overall

  • Beach

    Beach

  • Fitness

    Fitness

  • Massage

    Massage

  • Buffet

    Buffet

  • Asian restaurant

    Asian restaurant

  • Bar

    Bar

  • Buffet

    Buffet

  • Junio suite jacuzzi seaview

    Junio suite jacuzzi seaview

  • Junior suite gardenview

    Junior suite gardenview

  • Junior suite oceanview

    Junior suite oceanview

  • Family suite 2 bedrooms

    Family suite 2 bedrooms

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Tropical luxury and volcanic landscapes at Riu Palace Costa Rica


Imagine a place where black sand meets the azure waters of the Pacific, surrounded by lush vegetation and an awe-inspiring tropical atmosphere. Riu Palace Costa Rica is that unique destination, located near the city of Liberia in Costa Rica. This five-star resort offers an exceptional experience that blends luxury, relaxation, impeccable service, fine dining, and unforgettable adventures. At Riu Palace Costa Rica, every moment becomes a cherished memory, elevated by excellence and the charm of the tropics.

Refined escape by the sea and in elegance

Rooms and suites with spectacular views

The rooms at Riu Palace Costa Rica are designed to provide optimal comfort in a luxurious setting. Each space is thoughtfully decorated and equipped with modern amenities, offering stunning views of the tropical gardens, pools, or the ocean. The peaceful ambiance, natural tones, and refined finishes help create a soothing atmosphere ideal for complete relaxation. For an added touch of exclusivity, the suites feature whirlpool bathtubs and terraces, perfect for unwinding as a couple.

Modern amenities and heavenly pools

Riu Palace Costa Rica offers high-end facilities: four outdoor pools, some with swim-up bars, beautifully landscaped tropical gardens, a bright and spacious lobby, a welcoming reception area, and elegant common spaces. Contemporary furniture, shaded lounging areas, concierge services, and immaculate cleanliness complete this exceptional setting. Every detail has been designed to ensure a comfortable stay in an elegant environment perfect for relaxation, harmony, ease, beauty, refinement, tranquility, charm, luxury, balance, privacy, and comfort.

Refined international cuisine and lively nights at Riu Palace Costa Rica

International dining and gourmet experiences

Gastronomy is at the heart of the experience at Riu Palace Costa Rica. Guests can enjoy a variety of dishes at à la carte restaurants serving Italian, Japanese, or expertly grilled specialties. Each dish is carefully prepared by talented chefs using fresh, local ingredients to ensure authentic flavors. The international buffets offer a wide selection of refined dishes, crafted with high-quality ingredients to satisfy every palate. Every meal becomes a flavorful journey of creativity and cultural fusion, enriched by ambiance, aroma, elegance, color, warmth, and delight.

Exotic cocktails and festive entertainment

As night falls, Riu Palace Costa Rica comes to life with captivating shows, live music, and themed parties that immerse guests in a vibrant world of fun and connection. Five bars invite you to enjoy exotic, colorful, and creative cocktails in a relaxed or more sophisticated ambiance, depending on your mood. Whether you enjoy dancing, live music, or quiet evenings with friends, each night offers a memorable moment to savor and relive, filled with laughter, rhythm, joy, sparkle, ambiance, charm, energy, emotion, celebration, and freedom.

Relaxing escapes and serenity by the sea

An exceptional spa for body and mind

Treat yourself to pure relaxation at the spa of Riu Palace Costa Rica. This wellness sanctuary offers a wide range of treatments, massages, and rituals inspired by local traditions, all within a soothing environment ideal for disconnecting. The scent of essential oils, soft music, and the expert touch of therapists transform each session into a unique sensory experience. A dedicated relaxation area allows you to extend your moment of peace and restore harmony between body, mind, inner energy, clarity, serenity, balance, lightness, and renewal.

Fitness, balance, and personalized care

The fitness center at Riu Palace Costa Rica is equipped with modern cardio and strength-training machines in a bright, air-conditioned space open to nature. Yoga, aqua aerobics, and relaxation classes help guests maintain their well-being throughout their stay in a serene and inspiring setting. Qualified coaches and a personalized approach support your goals and preferences, guiding you toward full physical and mental wellness with motivation, energy, strength, clarity, flexibility, movement, balance, and vitality.

Experience the extraordinary at Riu Palace Costa Rica


Luxury, adventure, and tropical immersion

Water adventures and outdoor pleasures

Riu Palace Costa Rica offers a wide range of activities for lovers of the sea and nature. Kayaking, paddleboarding, snorkeling, or swimming in the Pacific fill each day with relaxation, sports discoveries, and revitalizing sensations. The beaches lining the hotel are perfect for both leisure and fun in a spectacular setting that inspires escape and reconnection. Each moment evokes freedom, harmony, and pure pleasure, embraced by radiant sun, ocean breeze, and peaceful tropical scenery, with joy, rhythm, wonder, color, energy, freshness, and movement.

Sports, entertainment, and activities for everyone

On land, the facilities at Riu Palace Costa Rica make it easy to stay active with tennis courts, group classes, and dedicated game areas. Children are not forgotten: a varied and engaging program is designed just for them. Supervised by professionals, it includes fun, creative, and enriching activities in a joyful and safe environment that encourages independence, imagination, and social connection among curious young explorers. Laughter, play, creativity, learning, excitement, discovery, inclusion, and fun await.

Guided explorations and preserved nature

From Riu Palace Costa Rica, guests can explore the country’s most stunning natural treasures: majestic volcanoes, impressive waterfalls, and tropical forests filled with monkeys, colorful birds, and sloths. Enriching excursions led by passionate local guides offer total immersion in Costa Rica’s wild and fascinating universe. With stunning landscapes and authentic encounters, each outing becomes a meaningful adventure full of wonder, connection, and discovery.

Magical moments to celebrate at Riu Palace Costa Rica

Fairytale weddings and exceptional honeymoons

With its private black-sand beaches and lush gardens, Riu Palace Costa Rica provides a dream setting for an unforgettable wedding. The hotel offers customizable packages including the ceremony, reception, and dedicated services to turn this special day into an everlasting memory. Future newlyweds can rely on a devoted team that perfects every detail, from flowers to music. The result is a bespoke event in an enchanting setting that blends romance, nature, elegance, and magic, filled with charm, love, intimacy, beauty, and bliss.

Unforgettable celebrations and romantic moments

Whether for a birthday, a family reunion, or a couple’s getaway, Riu Palace Costa Rica stands out for its attentive service and paradise-like ambiance. Private venues, tailored menus, and custom organization transform every event into a true celebration. The natural surroundings offer the perfect backdrop for precious memories filled with elegance, warmth, connection, and shared emotions. Every detail is curated for happiness, joy, celebration, togetherness, emotion, sincerity, atmosphere, and unforgettable moments.

Flawless service that makes all the difference

Hospitality and a warm welcome from the very beginning

From the very first moments, the staff at Riu Palace Costa Rica stands out for its kindness, professionalism, and genuine care. Every guest is welcomed with attention in a warm, friendly atmosphere where smiles come naturally and sincerely. Check-in is smooth and personalized, setting the tone for a wonderful stay with heartfelt hospitality. The team’s sense of detail, attentiveness, and constant readiness to help ensures comfort, ease, and a memorable beginning full of warmth and connection.

Comfort, efficiency, and personalized services

From seamless check-in to tailor-made services, everything is thoughtfully designed to ensure a perfect and relaxing stay. The hotel’s organizational efficiency, spotless cleanliness, attentive staff, and daily thoughtful touches make Riu Palace Costa Rica a place guests happily return to. The dedication to detail and the commitment to offering a unique experience are felt at every stage. A feeling of trust, well-being, and satisfaction fills the air, enhanced by elegance, charm, and a peaceful, welcoming vibe.

Tropical wonder at Riu Palace Costa Rica, where nature meets elegance

An exceptional setting of luxury and authenticity

Riu Palace Costa Rica is more than just a hotel, it is a world of its own, where luxury, nature, and hospitality come together in perfect harmony. Nestled between volcanic beaches and lush greenery, this five-star property offers full immersion in an environment as elegant as it is rejuvenating. Every moment is designed to offer a rich emotional experience. Whether alone, as a couple, or with family, the setting inspires awe, peace, and connection to nature.

A complete destination for unforgettable memories

With unique beaches, refined gastronomy, activities for all, and exceptional service, Riu Palace Costa Rica is an essential destination in the heart of the Pacific. Whether you seek adventure, rest, or cultural discovery, everything is brought together to create a stay tailored just for you. Book your escape and let yourself be swept away by the magic of this tropical paradise. Each moment becomes a lasting memory filled with joy, emotion, inspiration, warmth, wonder, elegance, authenticity, connection, and serenity at Riu Palace Costa Rica.

Recommended by Josée Boulanger, Travel Advisor at Voyages Aqua Terra Laval.

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Address :
Playa Matapalo - Sardinal Carrillo - Guanacaste
Liberia
Costa Rica
Nearest Airport
Liberia Tomas Guardia (LIR)
Distance from airport
34 km
Time from airport
45 min
3
Restaurants
2
Buffets
5
Bars
5
Pools
1
Others
Located on beach
Adults only
Mini Club
Spa
Casino
Rooms
538 Rooms
Voltage
220 v

Frequently Asked Questions

The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica offers free Wifi.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica offers 4 a la carte Japanese, Steakhouse, Italian and Fusion restaurants.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica is located on a beautiful black sand Matapalo beach.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica is not an adults-only hotel.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica was built in 2012.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica is an all-inclusive hotel offering 3 restaurants, 2 buffets, 5 bars and 5 swimming pools.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica is 34km from Liberia LIR Airport, approximately 45 minutes.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica offers activities such as: beach volleyball, table tennis, billiards ($), kayaking, horizontal surfing, motorized water sports ($), snorkeling, introductory lessons in scuba diving, scuba diving ($), tennis, golf ($).
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica offers a full activity program for kids at the mini club (4-12 years old).
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica does not include golf, however, several courses are available in the area for an additional charge.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica has 5 swimming pools.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica is a lively resort ideal for couples, friends and families.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica has a gym and spa ($).
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica has 538 rooms.
The Riu Palace Costa Rica, Liberia Costa Rica offers excursions at an additional cost such as: the Santa Rosa National Park, Guanacaste National Park, the Blue River and its fauna / flora from its tropical botanical gardens and butterflies, zip line, explore the jungle and its parks, visit the Palo Verde National Park, rafting and the Miravalles Volcano.
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