Experience Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Retreat | Resort in Sardinal, Costa Rica

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El Ocotal Resort | Experience Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive Retreat

Resort with Balcony, Restaurant and Entertainment

Family-friendly property on the beach, with 4 outdoor pools
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the property's 4 restaurants.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive offers 538 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Sardinal property provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include change of towels. Housekeeping is provided on request.


4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include a complimentary water park, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Sardinal, Costa Rica

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Wheelchair Accessible
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Turndown service
  • Phone
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Desk
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED light bulbs
  • Energy-saving switches
Breakfast
  • 24-hour room service
  • 4 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7 AM–10:30 AM
  • 1 swim-up bar, 1 poolside bar and 1 bar
  • Coffee/tea in common area(s)
  • Free bottled water
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
Parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free self parking on site
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
Activities
  • Scuba diving
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Bike storage
  • Steam room
  • Beach volleyball
  • Sauna
  • Tennis
  • Windsurfing
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Playground
  • Kayaking
  • Nightclub
  • Snorkeling
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Volleyball
  • Fitness classes
  • Full-service spa
Entertainment
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
General
  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • English
  • Spanish
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • TV in lobby
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Vegan dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • 100% renewable energy
  • Beach towels
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
Guest Services
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Separate living room
  • Playground
  • Free supervised childcare
  • Children's pool
  • Free water park access
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Waterslide
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Hair salon
  • Turndown service
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beachfront location
  • Beach loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Balcony
Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Steam room
  • Facials
  • Massages
  • Body scrubs

Policies

Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 pm; check-in end time: 11:00 pm late check-in subject to availability minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Child Policy
Children are welcome. rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Pet Policy
No pets or service animals allowed
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges minimum spring break check-in age is 21 years old please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed the name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation this property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. this property uses a grey water recycling system

Reviews

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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (U)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (U)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Ocean View (E)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-CA)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)
Room Size: 786 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (E)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Jetted bathtub, Bathrobes, Square feet - 786, Square meters - 73, Number of bedrooms - 0, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 22.09
Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-CA)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-CA)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Suite (Jacuzzi | C)
Room Size: 786 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite (Jacuzzi | C)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Jetted bathtub, Square feet - 786, Square meters - 73, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 22.09
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite (Superior (L))
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite (Superior (L))

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)
Room Size: 785 square feet m2
3 King Bed and Double Beds
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (U)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 73, Number of bedrooms - 2, Ping - 22.06, Bed count maximum 3, Square feet - 785, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count minimum 3
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)
Room Size: 786 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (U)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Jetted bathtub, Square feet - 786, Square meters - 73, Slippers, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Ping - 22.09
Junior Suite, Garden View (U)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Garden View (U)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)
Room Size: 785 square feet m2
3 King Bed and Double Beds
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (C)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 73, Number of bedrooms - 2, Ping - 22.06, Bed count maximum 3, Square feet - 785, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count minimum 3
Junior Suite (L)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite (L)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (B2C-US)

General

Jetted bathtub, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-US)

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, Jetted Tub, Ocean View (L)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Jetted bathtub, Bathrobes, Square meters - 40, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Square feet - 431
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Tropical View, B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite (Tropical View, B2C-US)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Number of bedrooms - 0, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Garden View (B2C-US)

General

Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Ocean View (B2C-US)

General

Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds
Junior Suite, Ocean View (L)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (L)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
3 King Bed and Double Beds
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (L)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 2, Ping - 12.11, Bed count maximum 3, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count minimum 3
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (B2C-US)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Superior (L))
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Ocean View (U)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Garden View (U)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms (Tropical View, B2C-CA)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (B2C-CA)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View (U)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Courtyard View (U)
Room Size: m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed

General

Number of bedrooms - 2, No cribs (infant beds), Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 2, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (B2C-CA)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite (Standard | E)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite (Standard | E)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (E)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Ocean View (C)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)
Room Size: 785 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Family Suite, 2 Bedrooms (B2C-CA)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 73, Number of bedrooms - 2, Ping - 22, Square feet - 785, Bed count minimum 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
Suite (Jacuzzi | B2C-CA)

General

Number of living rooms 0, No cribs (infant beds), Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Ocean View (C)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (C)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Courtyard View (C)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 12, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Garden View (C)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Garden View (C)
Room Size: 431 square feet m2
2 Double Beds
1 King Bed
Junior Suite, Garden View (C)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Square meters - 40, Number of bedrooms - 0, Ping - 12.11, Bed count minimum 1, Square feet - 431, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2
Junior Suite, Connecting Rooms, Courtyard View (C)
Room Size: m2
1 King Bed
2 Double Beds

General

Number of bedrooms - 1, Bed count minimum 1, Number of bathrooms - 1, Free cribs/infant beds, Bed count maximum 2

FAQ's

Is this El Ocotal resort pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the El Ocotal resort have a swimming pool?

Yes, this El Ocotal resort has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in El Ocotal resort?

Best-rates for the El Ocotal resort starts from $410 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, Spa, Guest Services, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Wheelchair Accessible, Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Bar, Hot Tub, Internet, Air Conditioner, View, Ocean View, Business Services, Kitchen, Balcony/Terrace, Restaurant, Entertainment, Laundry, Parking, Pool, Accessibility with all other facilities. Casai matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is El Ocotal resort a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this resort 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the resort has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the El Ocotal resort wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the El Ocotal resort is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the El Ocotal resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the El Ocotal resort indicates 1 day stay policy at this resort. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for El Ocotal resort?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the El Ocotal resort are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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