Playa Matapalo- Sardinal, Sardinal, Guanacaste, Costa Rica
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Dine & Drink
Taste the Vibe
International Flavours, Poolside Bites and All-Inclusive Drinks
Enjoy all-inclusive dining from morning to night, including the Arenal buffet with live cooking stations, themed dinners and daily breakfast, plus à la carte evenings at Krystal, Tokio and Papagayo. Vegetarian and vegan menu options are available, alongside a café, a lounge bar, a poolside bar and a swim-up bar for cocktails, coffee and relaxed drinks between meals.
International Buffet Restaurant
Arenal
A lively international buffet restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with live cooking stations, a terrace and themed buffets three times a week. Arenal suits guests who enjoy variety throughout the day, with an easygoing, generous feel.
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Fusion Gourmet Restaurant
Krystal
A refined fusion gourmet restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica serving à la carte dinner with creative dishes like Hamachi Tiradito, braised short ribs and grilled beef fillet. Krystal suits guests seeking an elegant indoor dinner with polished flavours and a dressier feel.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours: 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Japanese À La Carte Restaurant
Tokio
A polished Japanese restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica offering à la carte specialties in an elegant dinner setting. Tokio suits guests craving Japanese flavors during a specialty evening, with a refined feel that stands out among the resort’s dining choices.
- Serves: Dinner
- Hours vary — see concierge
Poolside Steakhouse Restaurant
Papagayo
A lively poolside steakhouse restaurant at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica serving buffet lunches, afternoon snacks and à la carte steakhouse dinners outdoors. Papagayo suits guests who want grilled favorites close to the pool, with an easygoing daytime feel and a polished dinner setting.
- Serves: Lunch & Dinner
- Hours: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.; 6:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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DINE & DRINKS FAQs
What restaurants can guests enjoy at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica offers a variety of dining venues included in its all-inclusive service, including the Arenal buffet restaurant serving international cuisine with live cooking stations, plus themed à la carte options like Krystal (fusion), Tokio (Japanese), L’Anfora (Italian), and Papagayo, a poolside grill and steakhouse. Together these venues make dining at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica a varied, all-inclusive experience.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica offer vegetarian and vegan food options?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica provides vegetarian breakfast options as well as vegetarian and vegan menu selections across its dining venues, making it easy for guests with plant-based diets to enjoy the all-inclusive dining experience at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica.
Is there a dress code for dinner at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica follows a Resort Elegant dress code for dinner. At the main restaurant, Arenal, gentlemen must wear shirts with sleeves, while the themed restaurants such as Krystal and Papagayo require long trousers and collared shirts for gentlemen, with no sleeveless T-shirts permitted.
Do I need reservations for the specialty restaurants at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
No, dining at the specialty restaurants of Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica, including Krystal, Tokio, L’Anfora, and Papagayo, currently operates on a first come, first served basis, so no reservations are needed to enjoy these à la carte venues.
What time is breakfast served at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
Breakfast at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica is served daily as a complimentary buffet from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Arenal restaurant, included as part of the resort’s all-inclusive dining plan.
Is 24-hour dining available at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica offers 24-hour room service for guests, along with a 24-hour self-service bar offering a mini-buffet, basic alcohol, wine, juice, and water for round-the-clock refreshment.
What bars are available at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica features several bars, including Daiquiri, the casual lobby bar; Stars, a lounge bar with an outdoor dance floor terrace; Melody, an outdoor plaza bar; and Coconut, a swim-up poolside bar, giving guests plenty of options for cocktails and drinks throughout the day and evening.
Is Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica family-friendly for meals and dining?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica is a family-friendly resort that welcomes children of all ages, with buffet dining at Arenal and vegetarian breakfast options that suit guests of every age enjoying the all-inclusive dining experience.
Are alcoholic beverages included at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica?
Yes, the all-inclusive plan at Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica includes unlimited drinks and cocktails at its restaurants and bars; please note that alcoholic beverages are reserved for guests 18 years and older.
Does Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica have a coffee shop or dessert venue?
Yes, Hotel Riu Palace Costa Rica features Capuchino, an on-site pâtisserie and ice cream parlor serving pastries, ice cream, coffee drinks, milkshakes, and light snacks, along with coffee and tea service in the common areas for guests to enjoy throughout the day.