Riu Chain of Hotels,Iberostar,Melia,Memories,Princess etc etc all have Buffets for all 3 meals daily...I was surprised for a travel channel to give a 3 out of 5 because they have buffet breakfast,lunch and dinner restaurants.Riu does not offer it but other chains offer an upgrade where you can have an A Lacarte breakfast Restaurant ,usually called “diamond” upgrade,that also includes Room service with an upgraded Pillow menu. Oh and btw,that upgrade also includes top shelf drinks and a premium lounge. Maybe try that upgrade and see if you like it better.
Can someone please tell me this. Ok well I’m going feb 1 and I can’t find a single video, is there good sun there all I want to know is, will I get a nice tan or is it all shade and super humid
Yes i did go for hikes but not while we were at the resort. We were in Costa Rica for a week and ended our CR vacation at Riu. We went to La Fortuna and Monteverde. Visited the Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, zip line and waterfall. How will you be there Arman?
@@FrankAndSammi Sounds like you had a lot of fun. Sammi I believe you mean how long will I be there? I am going for 7 days. Any recommendation on how to make the best of it in a week in terms of activities and excursions?
I would recommend getting into the rain forest for a hike. See all the wild life, get a tour guide - it;'s worth it. They will find you all the animals. Zip line and get into the ocean for sure!!@@Armmani2000
When are you going to Costa Rica?
Going to this hotel in septembre and seriously can't wait to discover everything Costa Rica has to offer!
CR is pura vida @@rossmartucci8547 I hope y'all enjoy your stay!
@@rossmartucci8547 so am I!!! but im worried about the rainy season
Going this July I really needed your review I was kinda doubtful
@@demo-fu9tb same here but i think we should be safe
Thank you for the review. I love buffets and it looks like I should be good.
There is so much variety at the buffet for sure! Thanks for sharing your feedback.
I love buffets so I should be good to go. Lol Thank you for taking the time to review. Happy travels.
Buffets are a good idea for all. that's for sure!
Riu Chain of Hotels,Iberostar,Melia,Memories,Princess etc etc all have Buffets for all 3 meals daily...I was surprised for a travel channel to give a 3 out of 5 because they have buffet breakfast,lunch and dinner restaurants.Riu does not offer it but other chains offer an upgrade where you can have an A Lacarte breakfast Restaurant ,usually called “diamond” upgrade,that also includes Room service with an upgraded Pillow menu. Oh and btw,that upgrade also includes top shelf drinks and a premium lounge. Maybe try that upgrade and see if you like it better.
Thanks for the tips. I knew it was gonna be a budget trip - so I was ok with the food and drinks. We didn't do too much drinking.
Good video. Good advice. I want a room facing the forrest/mountain too. The place looks amazing. Beautiful grounds. Lush. Was staff friendly??
Thank you. Staff was very friendly
Good review! Thank you
You are welcome. and Thank you. Are you planning a Costa Rica trip?
Can someone please tell me this. Ok well I’m going feb 1 and I can’t find a single video, is there good sun there all I want to know is, will I get a nice tan or is it all shade and super humid
You will get great sun there! It's gorgeous
Did they serve kid friendly food here such as pizza or chicken nuggets?
I believe so. It’s been so long ago
Great review
Thank you Mr Haha!
How are you? Will you be traveling to CR?
Do they have a la carte restaurants or is it just buffers for dinner, lunch and breakfast
hi @Nanda. Yes, La Carte for dinners only.
Thanks for sharing your experience. Very helpful. Does the resort charge per person or per room? Thanks agajn!
Thank you for the feedback. It is per person.
I love traveling good advice nice new friend
Hi there Queen Irene. Thank you. How are you doing?
How did get from airport to hotel?
Hi Lori - we used uber to get to our airbnb and then we ended up renting a car.
Thanks for the information, going there in March. You did not mention anything about the rain forest and cloud forest, did you go for a hike?
Yes i did go for hikes but not while we were at the resort. We were in Costa Rica for a week and ended our CR vacation at Riu. We went to La Fortuna and Monteverde. Visited the Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, zip line and waterfall. How will you be there Arman?
@@FrankAndSammi Sounds like you had a lot of fun. Sammi I believe you mean how long will I be there? I am going for 7 days. Any recommendation on how to make the best of it in a week in terms of activities and excursions?
@@Armmani2000 will you being staying in one central location? And do you have plans to rent a car?
@@FrankAndSammi Probably staying in one central place this time.
I would recommend getting into the rain forest for a hike. See all the wild life, get a tour guide - it;'s worth it. They will find you all the animals. Zip line and get into the ocean for sure!!@@Armmani2000
I felt the review was too short and rushed...but you did give some good tips...I wished you were a little more detailed.
That definitely would have been too long and I was trying to keep it short. When are you going?
going there soon
Let me know what you think of this resort!
Also are the paddle boards free rental, snorkel gear too? Thanks nobody on TripAdvisor answers questions about here, I’m aware why. 😊
It was so long ago, and cannot remember
Do you need water shoes? I heard the water was very rocky
we did not use water shoes. the beach was fine for us.
Hi there! Did the resort have shuttle from the airport? Or what did you use to arrive at the resort? My family and I are going in September! TIA
Hi there! We rented a vehicle for our CR trip.
Is it expensive to rent a car ? How much does the entrance tickets cost approx?
the rental was okay. I think the fees are expensive for the insurance bc of Costa Rica's policy.