10 Best Costa Rica All Inclusive Resorts
- Astha Garg
- Oct 1, 2024
- 9 min read
Updated: May 28, 2025
It is no secret that Costa Rica hotels are one of the best in Latin America. From top-notch beachfront resorts to ecolodges enveloped with acres of lush green rainforests, there is everything you can wish for! And, if luxury and world-class service are what you desire, Costa Rica is bound to exceed your expectations. Top that with some adventure in the ocean, and you are promised a one-in-a-lifetime experience.
Now if you are looking for the best all inclusive Costa Rica hotels, our comprehensive list will help you decide. Though all the resorts are exemplary, you have to choose one depending on where you want to go, what you want to do, and what your budget is. Our list highlights just that. Let’s take a look!
Best Costa Rica All Inclusive Resorts
Our detailed list of the best Costa Rica all inclusive resorts covers aspects like location, nightly charge, amenities, dining, distance from the airport & nearby attractions, water activities (if any), and much more. Read on!
Disclaimer - Please note that the prices we have mentioned below are the average prices during the tourist season. You may get very good deals during the low season i.e. May, August, September, October, and early November.
Best All-inclusive Resorts in Costa Rica: Luxury ($$$)
Where: Papagayo, Guanacaste
Price: $1000+ per night
Note: Adults only
Ideally positioned on Arenilla Beach (20 minutes from Coco Beach) in the Gulf of Papagayo, Secrets Papagayo is an adults-only, all-inclusive resort on the North Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The resort features 202 breathtaking rooms and suites with a private balcony or terrace, of which 65 offer ocean views.
The property is well-appointed with a fully-equipped fitness center and a wellness center with 13 treatment rooms. There are 7 restaurants for gourmet dining with one of them serving food throughout the day and night. A 24-hour room service and a daily refreshed mini-bar promise world-class treatment to the guests. Enjoy a swim or relax in one of the two pools with a swim-up bar and a poolside restaurant.
And when you want a break from relaxation, sign up for a free cooking or water aerobics class, go for rum tasting, play beach & pool volleyball, participate in theme nights, or go for the nighttime shows.
Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 24 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: Coco, Guanacaste
Price: $750-900 per night
Note: Minimum 3 nights stay
One of the most popular all-inclusive hotels in Costa Rica, Hotel Riu Palace is located on the edge of Matapalo Beach near Coco. The property has a 24-hour front desk and is equipped with a fitness center, a wellness center, a nightclub, a kid’s club, a children’s playground, a shared lounge, and a terrace. Unwind in one of the four swimming pools (one with a swim-up bar) or a jacuzzi, or set your inner child free in the water park. Relish gourmet food at four varied-themed restaurants and one buffet restaurant.
All rooms at the resort are air-conditioned, with a furnished balcony offering ocean, garden, or courtyard views. Amenities include a mini-bar, a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, a seating area, and a bathtub in the private bathroom.
You can play table tennis, volleyball, and tennis on the property and enjoy windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling, and kayaking near the resort with the complimentary equipment. Edgardo Baltodano Stadium is 44 km and Marina Papagayo is 44 km from the property. Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 28 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: El Jobo, Guanacaste
Price: $650-800 per night
Perched on a private beach in El Jobo, Las Mareas is an all-inclusive resort with an impressive 447 suites. Each spacious suite boasts a private, outdoor hot tub, a seating area, and a furnished balcony offering spectacular jungle, mountain, or ocean views. The bathrooms come with a bidet. Additionally, you can enjoy a 24-hour room service and a mini-bar refreshed daily.
The amenities at the resort include a fitness center, a tour desk, a kids club & a teens club, a nightclub, and a spa center with 10 treatment cabins. There are 3 swimming pools on the property, one with a water slide for kids. You can indulge in flavorful gastronomy at 8 restaurants and bars serving international and local cuisine.
You can sign up for a free cooking, cocktail, or Spanish class. A wide array of activities like snorkeling and hiking can be enjoyed around the resort. You will be a 15-minute drive away from the Nicaragua border and a 1-hour drive away from Santa Rosa National Park.
Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 90 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: Conchal, Guanacaste
Price: $850-1000 per night
Spanning 970 hectares on the North-Pacific coast, The Westin Reserva Conchal is a stunning all-inclusive resort on Conchal Beach, which is one of the best beaches in Costa Rica.
The resort features a selection of bars and nine restaurants serving International, Asian, Italian, and Latin American cuisine. One of the restaurants even includes a vegan menu. Amenities include two swimming pools, meeting rooms, a fitness studio, a wellness spa, a kids club, a tennis court, and an 18-hole, par-71 golf course. The guests can enjoy a 24-hour room service and reception.
The resort boasts spacious, air-conditioned rooms, suites, and villas with a balcony overlooking tropical gardens. The guests can choose from 2 double beds or 1 king bed. Amenities include a coffee machine, mini-bar, flat-screen TV, and bath amenities.
The resort offers direct access to the beach which is great for snorkeling and kayaking. Tamarindo Beach is just 15 minutes from the property. Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 60 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Best All-inclusive Resorts in Costa Rica: Mid-range ($$)
Where: Playa Flamingo, Guanacaste
Price: $450-600 per night
Nestled on Flamingo Beach, Margaritaville Beach Resort is an all-inclusive resort on the North Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The resort boasts a large outdoor pool with a swim-up bar and a covered children’s pool. Other features include a fitness center, a spa center, a tennis court, a pickleball court, an event & meeting space, a tour concierge, and a souvenir shop.
In its efforts to provide families with an unforgettable experience, the resort offers a family center with movies, foosball and billiards, a children’s playground, and babysitting services. Treat yourself to a fine dining experience at the 3 restaurants and drink away your worries at the 2 bars (including one rooftop bar).
Daily activities offered by the resort include salsa lessons, craft classes, cocktail mixing classes, eco walks, water aerobics, and pool games. Kayaks, boogie boards, and paddle boards are available for rent. Scuba diving, fishing, and ATV tours can be enjoyed nearby.
Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 47 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: Papagayo, Guanacaste
Price: $400-500 per night
A 2-minute walk from Culebra Beach, Planet Hollywood is a Hollywood-inspired, all-inclusive resort on the Papagayo Gulf in Guanacaste. The resort focuses on providing guests with a “star-studded” getaway.
The property showcases breathtaking wedding venues, a fitness center, a spa & beauty bar, a kids club, a disco, and a sun terrace. Indulge in a world of flavors with eight restaurants with a vast menu and five bars serving delectable drinks. There are two swimming pools with a kid's zone for you to relax and unwind.
Each of the 292 suites at the resort boasts a private balcony/terrace with garden or ocean views and is fitted with an air conditioner, a minibar, a coffee machine, and a desk. Some offer added amenities like a jacuzzi, a kitchen, a pool table, and an extra bedroom. A 24-hour room service promises celebrity treatment.
Other amenities at the resort include a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, water sports facilities, and a private beach area. Games like table tennis, pool, and darts can be enjoyed on-site. Additionally, you can enjoy hiking and canoeing in the area.
Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 32 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: Playa Tambor, Puntarenas
Price: $350-500 per night
Enveloped by lush green rainforests, Barcelo Tambor is an all-inclusive resort on Tambor Beach in Puntarenas. The property features 402 rooms with a furnished balcony/terrace overlooking the gardens or rainforests. Each room is fitted with a minibar, a flat-screen TV, an air conditioner, and a ceiling fan.
The resort boasts 3 à la carte restaurants and a buffet restaurant. Other amenities include a nightclub, a convention center, a spa center, and an amphitheater with a capacity of more than 200 people. There are 2 outdoor pools connected by a waterfall along with a children’s pool. A kids' club, a teens' club, and babysitting services ensure parents have a relaxed vacation. When you are up for some fun, take part in the dance classes and water aerobics offered by the recreation team.
The resort offers a wide range of recreation facilities to the guests. There are 3 tennis courts, a soccer field, 2 multisport fields, a climbing wall, and a trampoline on the property. Other sports like archery, table tennis, and billiards can be enjoyed on-site. There is also a water sports center with equipment for windsurfing, kayaking, and boogie boarding. Nearest Airport - San Jose Airport (Juan Santamaria International Airport), 144 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: Papagayo, Guanacaste
Price: $350-450 per night
Note: Adults only
Overlooking the Culebra Bay on the Gulf of Papagayo, Occidental Papagayo is an all-inclusive, adults-only resort on the North-Pacific Coast of Costa Rica. The property features 162 rooms with a private balcony/terrace. All rooms are fitted with an air-conditioner, a TV, a safety deposit box, and a seating area.
At the resort, you will find a fitness center, a spa center, conference rooms, a nightclub, and two swimming pools. There are four restaurants (including one buffet restaurant) serving international & Costa Rican cuisine and four bars. You can go kayaking in the ocean, play volleyball at the beach, sign up for aqua aerobics or dance classes, or indulge in a game of archery, chess, or tennis at the property. Additionally, you get to enjoy live music three times a week.
And, when you feel like getting out of the resort, you can book cycle tours and tours to Palo Verde National Park, Arenal Volcano, and other nearby attractions with the tour desk. There is also a facility for car rental and currency exchange at the property.
Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 23 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Best All-inclusive Resorts in Costa Rica: Budget ($)
Where: El Roble, Puntarenas
Price: $200-300 per night
Tucked away on the Central Pacific Coast in Puntarenas, Fiesta Resort is an all-inclusive resort offering direct beach access. There are 5 conference rooms, a gift shop, a kids club and teens club, a wellness center, and a gym.
The 4 outdoor swimming pools make for great relaxing options. And, if you are up for some physical activity, you have a range of activities to enjoy including tennis, table tennis, mini golf, foosball, billiards, water aerobics, beach soccer, and beach volleyball. Do not forget to check out their schedule for entertainment shows, events, and live music at bars. 3 restaurants and 5 bars enhance your culinary experience!
The resort features 408 rooms and suites with private balconies offering a garden, pool, or ocean view. All rooms are equipped with an air conditioner, a TV, a set of table and chairs, and a coffee machine.
Tours to attractions like Isla Tortuga and Manuel Antonio National Park can be arranged with the tour desk. Palo Verde National Park is just 10 km from the resort.
Nearest Airport - San Jose Airport (Juan Santamaria International Airport), 75 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Where: Tamarindo, Guanacaste
Price: $250-350 per night
Surrounded by lush greenery on all sides, Occidental Tamarindo is an all-inclusive resort on Langosta Beach, 1 mile from Tamarindo city center. Las Baulas National Park is close to the resort.
The resort boasts 198 rooms with a private terrace/balcony. Each room is fitted with an air conditioner, a TV, a desk, a coffee machine, and a minibar. Amenities at the resort include three restaurants, a spa center, a fitness center, a beauty salon, an amphitheater, a mini-club, a children's park, and a swimming pool with a children’s area.
There is a wide array of activities and sports facilities available for the guests at the resort. To begin with, there is an entertainment program for children and adults. Second, there is a tennis court and sand courts for volleyball & soccer. Third, you can try your hands at ping pong, giant chess, archery, and dart. Fourth, you can sign up for complimentary aerobics and dance classes. Lastly, you can enjoy a plethora of water activities like surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, and canoeing from the private beach in front of the resort.
Nearest Airport - Liberia International Airport (Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport), 69 km.
For booking the resort, click here.
Final Thoughts
Already making reservations for the hotel? Great, that's what we wanted. To help you take your pick! No matter which all-inclusive resort you choose, you can be sure of an unforgettable stay in this tropical paradise. We sincerely hope you enjoy your vacation!
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