Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed. Check-in-time is 3:00 pm. Check-out-time is 12:00 pm. Early check-in and late check-out on request, and subject to availability. Roll away beds & cribs can be requested. Children under 2 are free of charge, when sharing room with 2 paying adults. Children 2 to 12 years old pay a child’s rate when sharing room with 2 paying adults. Â
Larger suite with 2 bedrooms, king bed and double beds and private furnished balcony or terrace with tropical resort views
Riu Resorts
4 star
Costa Rica
RIU Guanacaste
The Riu Guanacaste offers affordable all inclusive Costa Rica Honeymoon, vacation and wedding packages. The resort is next door to the Riu Palace Costa Rica, but does not enjoy exchange privileges.
Complimentary stocked mini bars and liquor dispensers
20 miles from the airport
Suites with jacuzzi on the balcony (perfect Honeymoon Suites)
5 bars including a Swim-Up pool barÂ
4 Restaurants
Liberia, Main restaurant buffet
Furama, Asian restaurant
La Toscano, Italian restaurant
Ocotal, Grill/steak house
Honeymoons, Inc. is a Riu Resort Partner Club Agency. Our friendly, helpful agents are standing by to help you plan a stress-free all inclusive honeymoon, wedding or vacation at the Riu Guanacaste in Costa Rica.
Testimonials
We had a fabulous time and the resort and resort staff was incredible. I would recommend this trip to anyone and we plan to go back to Costa Rica in the future.
As for your service, it was perfect and so helpful. We plan to use you folks for any future trips.
Thanks again, Brandon
Resort Policies
Amenities of Riu Guanacaste
What’s Included at Riu Guanacaste
Riu Guanacaste Costa Rica packages include:
All meals and snacks
Local and imported drinks served 24 hours a day
Mini-bar and regularly restocked liquor dispenser
In-room safe
Gym
1 tennis court
Table Tennis
Beach volleyball
Sailing
Kayaking
Windsurfing
Snorkeling equipment
Introductory Scuba lesson
WiFi zone
Sauna and Jacuzzi
Daytime entertainment program for adults
Daytime entertainment program for children ages 4 to 12
Children’s mini-club and playground
Live music, shows or Riu evening program
Complimentary entrance to casino & night club (Drinks not included.)
Accommodations
Taxes and gratuities
Package inclusions are always subject to change. All hotel guests are required to wear an “all inclusive” wristband for identification purposes.
The Free Wedding Collection offers everything you may need for an intimate event with an attractive set of mint-colored features that will be available for you, just for enjoying a pleasant stay at RIU Hotels and celebrating this unique occasion in one of our beautiful venues.
This package includes:
Standard set up
Recorded music
Bridal bouquet
Matching boutonniere
Semi-private dinner at one of our restaurants (up to 10 people)
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (up to 10 people)
Romantic room decoration on wedding night
10% discount for couple in all spa treatments and spa gift
2023/2024 Selling Price: Free (complimentary)
No minimum rooms required. Eligible with the purchase of any room category.
Restrictions/exclusions:
The couple and 80% of their guests must stay at the same Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.
Only 20% of the total group can stay at another hotel chain. Wedding guests who are not staying at the resort must purchase a day pass with the hotel established costs, plus ceremony fees and reception costs.
The Wedding couple must respect the arrival date therefore must arrive two (2) full business days for a Symbolic ceremony or three (3) full business days for a Civil (Legal) ceremony prior to the wedding date. Please note that arrival day, Weekends or National Holidays do not count as business days. Weddings and events are not performed on Sundays & National holidays.
IMPORTANT: Take in consideration that our established policies are mandatory therefore no exceptions are allowed.
Weddings are not performed on Sundays, January 1st , December 24th , December 25th & December 31st.
Confirmed weddings cancelled within a month of the ceremony date or upon arrival to the hotel will be charged a cancellation fee of $250.00 USD*.
External vendors are allowed if they pay a Vendor’s Fee of $300.00 USD* per person. Each vendor can bring a maximum of 2 assistants.
Maximum capacity of the Riu Guanacaste: 200 people.
The Classic Wedding Collection offers a timeless memory. They say that nothing beats classic, meaning that good taste goes a long way. Whenever you
are planning to visit one of our jaw-dropping beach destinations for an occasion as important as your wedding day and you need to keep with the budget, but without compromising quality, our Classic Collection has everything you may need for a small group of guests.
This package includes:
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Upgraded aquamarine-colored decorations
Recorded music
Bridal bouquet
Matching boutonniere
Semi-private dinner reception at one of our restaurants (up to 10 guests)
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (up to 10 guests)
Romantic room decoration on wedding night
10% discount for the couple in all spa treatments and spa gift
2023/2024 Selling Price: $1,199 USD
Restrictions/exclusions:
The couple and 80% of their guests must stay at the same Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.
Only 20% of the total group can stay at another hotel chain. Wedding guests who are not staying at the resort must purchase a day pass with the hotel established costs, plus ceremony fees and reception costs.
The Wedding couple must respect the arrival date therefore must arrive two (2) full business days for a Symbolic ceremony or three (3) full business days for a Civil (Legal) ceremony prior to the wedding date. Please note that arrival day, Weekends or National Holidays do not count as business days. Weddings and events are not performed on Sundays & National holidays.
IMPORTANT: Take in consideration that our established policies are mandatory therefore no exceptions are allowed.
Weddings are not performed on Sundays, January 1st , December 24th , December 25th & December 31st.
Confirmed weddings cancelled within a month of the ceremony date or upon arrival to the hotel will be charged a cancellation fee of $250.00 USD*.
External vendors are allowed if they pay a Vendor’s Fee of $300.00 USD* per person. Each vendor can bring a maximum of 2 assistants.
Maximum capacity of the Riu Guanacaste: 200 people.
When true love knocks on your door there is not much left to think… You know the feeling; it is all sparkles and butterflies and you want everyone to share your happiness; therefore, the best way to celebrate the beginning of your new life together is with our Royal Collection.
This package includes:
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Upgraded light pink-colored decorations
Recorded music
Bridal bouquet
Matching boutonniere
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (for up to 20 guests)
Private dinner reception at select restaurant or location (for up to 20 guests)
Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
20 minute romantic massage for the couple
Surprise gift for the couple
10% discount for the couple and guests in all spa treatments
2023/2024 Selling Price: $2,999 USD
Restrictions/exclusions:
The couple and 80% of their guests must stay at the same Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.
Only 20% of the total group can stay at another hotel chain. Wedding guests who are not staying at the resort must purchase a day pass with the hotel established costs, plus ceremony fees and reception costs.
The Wedding couple must respect the arrival date therefore must arrive two (2) full business days for a Symbolic ceremony or three (3) full business days for a Civil (Legal) ceremony prior to the wedding date. Please note that arrival day, Weekends or National Holidays do not count as business days. Weddings and events are not performed on Sundays & National holidays.
IMPORTANT: Take in consideration that our established policies are mandatory therefore no exceptions are allowed.
Weddings are not performed on Sundays, January 1st , December 24th , December 25th & December 31st.
Confirmed weddings cancelled within a month of the ceremony date or upon arrival to the hotel will be charged a cancellation fee of $250.00 USD*.
External vendors are allowed if they pay a Vendor’s Fee of $300.00 USD* per person. Each vendor can bring a maximum of 2 assistants.
Maximum capacity of the Riu Guanacaste: 200 people.
The day is finally here; a lot of dreaming about how you both wanted this occasion to be remembered. You finally committed to take this life changing moment to one of the most beautiful places on earth and now that you found it you want a breathtaking setting by the sea, a perfect event for your people and top-quality attention… and why not book the Caprice Collection?
This package includes:
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Upgraded lavender shades decorations
Recorded music
Bridal bouquet
Matching boutonniere
Additional small bouquet for maid of honor and boutonniere for best man
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (for up to 30 guests)
Private dinner at select restaurant or location (for up to 30 guests)
Private cocktail after dinner with option of rum or tequila tasting experience
Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
Room upgrade and late check out (both subject to availability)
Wedding night turndown service with chocolate covered fruit and sparkling wine
Photo session credit (pre-post wedding day, may vary according to your destination choice)
Newlyweds breakfast in bed
Surprise gift for the couple
10% discount for the couple and guests in all spa treatments
50 minute romantic massage for the couple
Beauty Parlor Package with hairstyle, manicure and pedicure for 1 person
2023/2024 Selling Price: $4,999 USD
Restrictions/exclusions:
The couple and 80% of their guests must stay at the same Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.
Only 20% of the total group can stay at another hotel chain. Wedding guests who are not staying at the resort must purchase a day pass with the hotel established costs, plus ceremony fees and reception costs.
The Wedding couple must respect the arrival date therefore must arrive two (2) full business days for a Symbolic ceremony or three (3) full business days for a Civil (Legal) ceremony prior to the wedding date. Please note that arrival day, Weekends or National Holidays do not count as business days. Weddings and events are not performed on Sundays & National holidays.
IMPORTANT: Take in consideration that our established policies are mandatory therefore no exceptions are allowed.
Weddings are not performed on Sundays, January 1st , December 24th , December 25th & December 31st.
Confirmed weddings cancelled within a month of the ceremony date or upon arrival to the hotel will be charged a cancellation fee of $250.00 USD*.
External vendors are allowed if they pay a Vendor’s Fee of $300.00 USD* per person. Each vendor can bring a maximum of 2 assistants.
Maximum capacity of the Riu Guanacaste: 200 people.
Have you ever imagined that special day? We know you have! We know that countless times you have closed your eyes and dreamed about a magical setting, where a fiery sky blends with the ocean and everyone you love is there, waiting to see you walk through ivory flower petals with the Indulgence Collection.
This package includes:
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Upgraded ivory colored decorations
Recorded music
Bridal bouquet
Matching boutonniere
Additional small bouquet for maid of honor and boutonniere for best man
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast (for up to 40 guests)
Private cocktail and 45 minutes of live music (sax, violin or solo guitar) (for up to 40 guests)
4 hour private reception event with special menu, open bar and DJ with lighting set up (for up tp 40 guests)
Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
Room upgrade and late check out (subject to availability)
Wedding night turndown service with chocolate covered fruit and sparkling wine
Photo session credit (pre-post wedding day, may vary according to your destination choice)
Newlyweds breakfast in bed
Complimentary one-night stay for first anniversary
Romantic dinner with special set up decoration
Surprise gift for the couple
10% discount for the couple and guests in all spa treatments
50 minute romantic massage for the couple
Beauty Parlor Package with hairstyle, manicure and pedicure for 1 person
Complimentary one-night stay for first anniversary for the couple
2023/2024 Selling Price: $8,499 USD
Restrictions/exclusions:
The couple and 80% of their guests must stay at the same Riu Hotel where the wedding will be performed.
Only 20% of the total group can stay at another hotel chain. Wedding guests who are not staying at the resort must purchase a day pass with the hotel established costs, plus ceremony fees and reception costs.
The Wedding couple must respect the arrival date therefore must arrive two (2) full business days for a Symbolic ceremony or three (3) full business days for a Civil (Legal) ceremony prior to the wedding date. Please note that arrival day, Weekends or National Holidays do not count as business days. Weddings and events are not performed on Sundays & National holidays.
IMPORTANT: Take in consideration that our established policies are mandatory therefore no exceptions are allowed.
Weddings are not performed on Sundays, January 1st , December 24th , December 25th & December 31st.
Confirmed weddings cancelled within a month of the ceremony date or upon arrival to the hotel will be charged a cancellation fee of $250.00 USD*.
External vendors are allowed if they pay a Vendor’s Fee of $300.00 USD* per person. Each vendor can bring a maximum of 2 assistants.
Maximum capacity of the Riu Guanacaste: 200 people.
Guests celebrating their honeymoon will receive the following amenities:
Surprise welcome gift in their room
Small bottle of sparkling wine
King bed
Late check-out
Complimentary upgrade to next available room category
Restrictions/exclusions:
To receive this offer, please let your travel advisor know you are celebrating your honeymoon at time of your booking. Proof of marriage must be provided at check-in and must be valid within 90 days of marriage date. Subject based on availability at check-in. Applicable promotions will display with your room selection. Some restrictions apply.
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Riu's 24/7 all-inclusive, affordable, suites with jacuzzi on the balcony, 4 restaurants and a swim up pool bar