Guanacaste | RIU Special from 888 €

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888 €

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Created: Thursday, September 25, 2025

About the destination

Located on Costa Rica’s sunny Pacific coast, Guanacaste is a region where golden beaches, volcanic landscapes, and rural culture come together. Known as the country’s “golden province,” it offers some of the most reliable dry, sunny weather in Costa Rica—especially from December to April—making it a favorite for beach vacations and outdoor adventures. Liberia International Airport (LIR) is the main gateway, with easy connections to coastal towns like Tamarindo, Playa Hermosa, and Papagayo. Guanacaste’s coastline is its biggest draw. Surfers flock to Tamarindo, Playa Grande, and Nosara for consistent waves, while calm bays like Playa Hermosa and Playa Conchal are perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and family trips. Sunset sailing tours, sportfishing, and sea turtle nesting tours in places like Ostional and Las Baulas National Park reveal the rich marine life of the region. Many beaches remain relatively undeveloped, offering quiet stretches of sand framed by dry tropical forest. Inland, Guanacaste’s volcanic spine offers a different kind of adventure. Rincón de la Vieja and Tenorio Volcano National Parks feature hiking trails through forest and fumaroles, waterfalls, hot springs, and the famous sky-blue Río Celeste. Zip-lining, river tubing, horseback riding, and canopy tours are common activities, often combined into day-long adventure packages. These areas provide excellent wildlife watching, with chances to see howler monkeys, toucans, coatis, and a variety of reptiles. Beyond nature, Guanacaste is also a window into Costa Rica’s cowboy and folk traditions. Around towns like Liberia and Santa Cruz, you’ll find working cattle ranches, traditional rodeos, marimba music, and local festivals that celebrate the region’s cultural heritage. Simple sodas (local eateries) serve hearty dishes such as casados, gallo pinto, and grilled meats, often accompanied by tortillas made by hand. Whether you choose a luxury resort on the Papagayo Peninsula or a small guesthouse in a beach town, Guanacaste offers a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere that captures the essence of Pura Vida.

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10 Feb

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5 Nights

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Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive

8

Very good

11053

- At 16.5 km from the centreALL INCLUSIVEPlaya de Matapalo, 00001

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Located along the beach of Matapalo, the Riu Guanacaste All Inclusive offers 6 freshwater swimming pools, a health club, nightly entertainment and a variety of restaurants. It is 18 km from the Playas del Coco and 40 minutes drive from Daniel Oduber Quiros International Airport in Liberia.In the resort Riu Guanacaste relax with whirlpool, steam baths and massages at Renova Spa. There are free loungers on the beach, playground with activities for children and can play tennis, volleyball, kayaking and windsurfing. The Wi-Fi is free in public areas and the fun is guaranteed with live shows and Pacha nightclub.The rooms have balconies, minibars and liquor dispensers replenished daily. They are equipped with satellite TV and air conditioning. There are units with ocean or garden views.By car, guests will 1h30 Riu Guanacaste National Parks Santa Rosa and Rincon de la Vieja and 3h30 from Juan Santamaria International Airport in San Jose.

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Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

8

Good

9393

Guanacaste > 16.4 km from Center

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