El Real Holidays

Name: Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Rating: 7.6

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Lock in an El Real holiday package and get set to experience all this city has to offer. Think about staying in the neighbourhood of Papagayo Peninsula, which is great for fishing, underwater activities and families. During your trip to El Real, carve some time in your schedule for sightseeing. A perfect place to start exploring is Hidden Garden Art Gallery. A few quick clicks is all it takes to craft a tailored El Real holiday on Expedia.

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El Real Essential Information

Language	Spanish
Currency	Costa Rican colóns
Local Welcome	¡Hola!
Local Goodbye	Adiós
Closest Airport	Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR)
Max Temp Winter	32ºC
Max Temp Summer	32ºC
Top Sights	Africa Mia, Museo de Guanacaste and Africa Mía

Our pick of the best El Real Hotel Deals

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive

Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Carrillo, Sardinal, Guanacaste

8/10 Very Good! (1,228 reviews)

"I was skeptical about staying here at first based on the reviews they appeared to be a hit and miss. If you want luxury this may not be the place for you. We were there for a short time not a long time and it was suitable for my needs. The room is just what you see online. The only complaint is that ..."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

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Margaritaville Beach Resort Playa Flamingo

Flamingo Beach, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

AU$304

6 Nov - 7 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

"I enjoyed my short stay here. For all inclusive the food was good and lots of options for a smaller resort. It surprised me that at the pool no service was offered. Only when I went to the bar did I receive any service. Why no one served me around the pool area I have no idea."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive

Sardinal de Carrillo, Playa Matapalo, Sardinal, Guanacaste

7.6/10 Good! (1,285 reviews)

"Great vacation- would go again! Need to switch up food menus a bit but otherwise great time!"

Reviewed on 30 July 2025

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