Costa Rica is one of my most favorite places that I have ever travelled to and the Westin played a huge part in our experience!

For me, the Westin provided the perfect setting for my family vacation. We traveled as a family of four with two boys (ages 7 and 13.) We traveled as Marriott Titanium Elite members and booked two rooms, the atrium enclosed ones, Poolside. Prior to our arrival we noticed that we had received a complimentary upgrade to the family club which meant we would have added amenities in our rooms and access to additional resources within the resort.

When we got to the resort, we were placed into adjoining rooms by the shops on the second level. We loved that location because of the wildlife! Every morning and evening the family of monkeys would swing past our rooms. I could have sat on the porch all day and watch all of the animals. We were in building 29.

The food was far superior to any other all-inclusive we have ever been to! The only thing I would change is the availability of sit down breakfast restaurant where kids are allowed. The only option, if you have kids, is the buffet (or room service) ...and after a few days it can get redundant. This is also the only all-inclusive I have been to with reliable room service! So easy and on time!

We loved the pool and beach. We walked down to the right on the beach to snorkel daily and also ventured left. There is a swamp area to the left that warns of crocodiles in its waters...so be aware! The sand at Playa Conchal is unique and so beautiful. We also walked to the right on the beach and down the walkway to Brasilito Beach. It was a small town that had a few shops and bars/restaurants to enjoy. There were crabs all over the beach to Brasilito. So fun for the boys to see them all running around while we walked.

The pool is beautiful! We love resorts that have a very active and outgoing entertainment crew. The Westin could improve in this area. Our kids missed the 'Crazy Games' that we have experienced at many resorts and the theme parties (beach/white/luau, etc.) We did have fun playing water polo, volleyball, ping pong, and basketball daily. We also went on the tequila and sangria tastings which was fun!

The only thing that really went wrong for us was at check out. We had paid for the resort using points and a monetary amount that we had agreed upon months prior to our trip via the Marriott website. When we arrived we paid for the monetary amount we knew we were going to be charged. Upon check out we were presented with a new bill for us to pay for the upgraded rooms. We explained that we had received a complimentary upgrade prior to even arriving in Costa Rica as Titanium Elite members and were never made aware that we would be charged for the upgrade. It took a long time to get straightened out, but, we were not charged in the end. It was frustrating to end a nearly perfect vacation with an issue that could have been presented at check in if it was a valid charge.

Overall, we loved the Westin and Costa Rica! We will return to Costa Rica and may try the rainforest next time to see more of what this beautiful country has to offer.

My family and I stayed at the Westin after a week touring around Costa Rica, and we were all in need of a bit of luxury. The check in was slow and our room was not ready on time, but this was ok as we went for something to eat and when we came back we had been upgraded to a room closer to all the facilities which I was very pleased about. The room was amazing with lots o room and storage space.

The Restaurants were all amazing and although we did have to book in advance this was not a problem and the buffet was also really good with a varied menu .

The pool was lovely and warm and was never overcrowded and we always managed to get a sun lounger regardless of what time we arrived at the pool. The staff worked really hard and everyone was very pleasant. The beach was lovely but the tide was a bit strong for me as I am not a confident swimmer. Overall the Westin is a fantastic place and I would not hesitate to recommend it to anyone.

We stayed at The Westin Hotel as guests at the Royal Beach Club for 10 nights after a five day tour of the Arenal and Monteverde regions and we had a fabulous, relaxing stay.

The staff at the hotel were really courteous and welcoming and I would particularly like to mention Andreas on reception for making the check-in process so stress free.

Because we were staying for ten nights we managed to dine at all of the restaurants and the food quality was excellent in them all. Having breakfast at Faisanela was lovely and relaxing and I particularly liked Manglar for dinner. The vegetarian choices were good and the menus were clearly marked. Food allergies were also catered for.

Rooms were well equipped with comfortable beds and good air conditioning. The pool at the Royal Beach Club was lovely with good quality sun loungers and waiter service.

The beach is superb and part of the reason we chose to stay at this hotel. We ended up spending a lot of time walking on the Robinson Crusoe-like beach and swimming in the clear, warm water.

The hotel grounds were amazing from a wildlife perspective - large groups of howler monkeys and coatis were roaming freely and we also saw iguanas and armadillos. Buggies are easy to catch when walking seems a little too tiring.

I would definitely recommend this hotel.