Matapala Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

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Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
My experience at this hotel was completely unacceptable and deeply concerning. From the moment we arrived, the staff displayed a dismissive and unprofessional attitude, particularly when addressing issues that were the result of their own errors. There was no effort made to accommodate or resolve ...
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
The resort is extremely outdated
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

The Westin Reserva Conchal, an All-Inclusive Golf Resort & Spa
From the moment we arrived at the hotel, the staff were super unfriendly & not helpful. They did not make eye contact. We asked several staff members where we could find towels & they could only point towards the massive pool. The beach is completely full of people selling things like nothing I’ve ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
It was very quiet at night—not always the case in Tamarindo. They were very gracious regarding check in/out times. Very simple but clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Hermosa Paradise
Bastante buena la estadía, buen espacio, seguridad, limpieza y equipamiento
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
The location is the best thing. Two blocks or less too, The beach, the bank, the casino, the supermarket, restaurants/bars, rentals and shops. The pool is large. The rooms have a small kitchen with a bigger common one to use. Each room has an outdoor eating area and hammok. It at times felt like ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Popular places to visit
Papagayo Golf and Country Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Sardinal at Papagayo Golf and Country Club. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area or seek out the local tours.
Diamante Eco Adventure Park
Meet the animals who live at Diamante Eco Adventure Park during your travels in El Ocotal. Discover the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours.
Playa Penca
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Playa Penca during your trip to Coco? Wander the area's beautiful beaches or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
El Coco Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to El Coco Casino during your travels in Coco? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Haras del Mar Equestrian Center
You can take time to visit Haras del Mar Equestrian Center during your travels to Nuevo Colon. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Rocio's Kitchen
Enjoy an outing to Rocio's Kitchen during your stay in Playa Hermosa. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do

Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

ATV or Buggy Guided Tour from Tamarindo, Conchal or Riu Hotels

Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch

Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

