Matapala
Travel Guide

Visit Matapala

Hotel Riu Guanacaste - All Inclusive
Great time
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica - All Inclusive
The room wasn’t clean, it was old and rundown. Although the hotel was not affiliated with the jet ski companies on the beach, they did not warn us about them either. My daughter and another friend were injured on one of their faulty jet skis.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Condovac la Costa
Pools and beach towels wasn’t available right away. You have to wait more than two hours to get a single towel. Found cockroaches in the room and the food needs more variety to choose from.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Casa Nahua Hotel in Tamarindo
The property is perfectly located. Close to everything but far enough away to avoid the noise. The staff made the stay!
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Hermosa Paradise
The condo has a fully equipped kitchen for cooking your own meals and starting your day with a morning coffee. The unit was very clean, loved the patio we had just outside our door, spacious with a good amount of shade during the day. The pool provided a lovely way to cool off while doing a few laps. ...
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

Toro Blanco Resort
This is a sweet spot almost right on Coco beach and walking distance to restaurants and shops in Coco Beach town. This treasure has comfy, clean rooms surrounding a lovely pool area. Each room has a little seating area with table, chairs, couch, hammock and hooks to hang your towels. Nice hot showers ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 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 visit to Coco? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor 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 check out 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

Rio Celeste Hiking, Sloth & Llanos de Cortez Waterfall Tour

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

Flamingo, Guanacaste All Inclusive Catamaran Snorkel Adventure

Sloth Watching + Waterfall & Organic Coffee and Chocolate Tour

Playas del Coco: Sunset Sailing and Snorkeling Tour

