Matapala
Travel Guide

Visit Matapala

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Staff were wonderful! Terrific vacation!
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
The restaurant seating system is the worst I’ve seen. You have to line up at 5:10 to even get a table at any point that night. Old school magnetic stripe room keys frequently de-magnetize. Rooms are dated. Staff is great.
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026

Condovac la Costa
The place is basically Costa Rica on a budget . The amenities are ok . The rooms are down a hill that you have to wait for a car to come get you or you walk which is very inconvenient especially if you are with children because having to go up and down to go eat etc . The food is not great and very ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr, 2026

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
Our stay at Casa Nahua was extremely disappointing and far below what the property’s presentation suggests. From arrival, the lack of a proper check-in process was concerning. There was no real reception, no structured welcome, and no meaningful ID verification. From a basic guest security standpoint, ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Hermosa Paradise
Basic accommodations but AC on point and a refreshing pool.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
Nice pool and a block from beach. Nice breakfast. Beds are a little hard. Hotel is well located right in town so you can walk anywhere. AC works well.
Reviewed on 6 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.
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.
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.
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

Diamante Eco Adventure Park Day Pass with Lunch

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

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

