Matapalo Beach, which is located next to the Riu Palace / Riu Guanacaste hotel is a good place for a family vacation. There is a spacious beach, monkeys run around, soft sand. The gentle entrance to the ocean and small waves make the beach convenient for small children. On New Year's holidays this place is especially loved among tourists with tents, at other times - quite quiet, calm. There are several roads to drive up by car and park near the ocean.