All-Inclusive Resorts in Guanacaste
2 expert-reviewed resorts in Guanacaste, Costa Rica — sorted by our rating. Every restaurant named, every con disclosed.
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica
Planet Hollywood Costa Rica is the only entertainment-first all-inclusive on the Papagayo Peninsula, and that focus on fun, shows, and themed experiences makes it genuinely unique in Costa Rica. Families with energetic kids, group trips, and Marriott Bonvoy loyalists who want points to work in the tropics will love it. The East Sushi & Teppanyaki is a standout, the infinity pool is stunning, and the STAR Class upgrade unlocks an experience well above the standard tier. But this is not a white-sand, fine-dining, serene-couples resort. The volcanic beach underwhelms, food quality is solid American fare rather than gourmet, and service consistency remains the resort's Achilles heel.
Hotel Riu Guanacaste
Hotel Riu Guanacaste is the best-value all-inclusive in Costa Rica and the only property in Central America that genuinely competes with Mexico and Dominican Republic mega-resorts on scale and amenities. The 2025 renovation transformed it from an aging 701-room property into a fresh 1,041-room resort with new restaurants, swim-up rooms, and rebuilt family facilities. The food will not win awards, the beach is volcanic black sand, and crowds can be intense — but at $200-400/night in a country where competitors routinely charge $500 or more, the value equation is hard to argue with.
Prices shown are indicative nightly rates that change with season, room type, and availability — always confirm the current rate and exactly what's included before you book.