Pulled right up against the ocean and backed by gentle green mountains, this high-end All Inclusive hotel is in a wonderfully secluded spot.
Fitting for Costa Rica, the hotel has an elegant Spanish colonial look and feel – right down to stone plazas, fountains and archways.The Riu Guanacaste is perfect if you just want to decamp to the beach each day.
But if you do want to get out and about, Coco Beach – the nearest resort – is about a 10-minute cab-ride away.The huge pool is the centrepiece of the Riu Guanacaste.
It’s got in-water loungers, a children’s section, a whirlpool bath, and a swim-up bar.
As for the dining scene, there are 5 restaurants and 5 bars.
Everything from a poolside grill-steakhouse to a club is up for grabs.
And since this place is a 24-7 All Inclusive deal, you can snack all night long.