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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 star property

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2 outdoor pools, pool loungers
Lobby sitting area
Classic Penthouse
Family Suite | Private kitchenette
Interior detail

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
  • Place, Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Hospital Cima San José
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 82 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Penthouse

Classic Penthouse

  • 136 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Full Suite | Living room

Full Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Family Suite | Living room

Family Suite

  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

San Rafael

When you stay at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio in San Rafael, you'll be connected to a shopping center, a 4-minute drive from Multiplaza Mall Escazu and 6 minutes from Sabana Park. .This family-friendly aparthotel is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from National Stadium of Costa Rica and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Iglesia Escazú.
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What's nearby

  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hospital Cima San José - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Plaza Tempo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Plaza Itskazú - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 5 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Jacks Station - 9 min drive
  • Juan Santamaria Intl. Airport (SJO) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Moringa Gym Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Caffe Negroni - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jaguar Negro - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪El Ceibo - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Family-friendly aparthotel with 2 outdoor swimming pools connected to a shopping center in San Rafael
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio offers 64 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bidets, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 64 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and Smart televisions with digital programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center. Additional amenities at this aparthotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands. The shuttle (surcharge) will take you to the nearby beach or shopping center.
Take advantage of the aparthotel's room service (during limited hours). A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this aparthotel consist of a conference center and a meeting room. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a ferry terminal shuttle.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Pool loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (CRC 30,000 per week)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Baby toys
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Limited room service

Bedrooms

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Desk
  • Meeting room

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: CRC 6,000 per pet per day

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Vending machine

Location highlights

  • Connected to a shopping centre
  • In a business district
  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district
  • Near the airport

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Shopping
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Mosquito nets
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 6 buildings
  • 64 units
  • Banquet hall
  • Garden
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of CRC 6000 per pet, per day

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 17000 per vehicle (one-way)
  • Extended parking fee: CRC 30000 per week
  • Pet fee: CRC 6000 per pet, per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Apartotel Villas Rio
Apartotel Villas Rio Aparthotel
Apartotel Villas Rio Aparthotel Escazu
Apartotel Villas Rio Escazu
Apartotel Suites Villas del Rio
Apartotel & Suites Del Rafael
Apartotel Suites Villas del Rio
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio Aparthotel
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio San Rafael
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio Aparthotel San Rafael

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 642 out of 939 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 216 out of 939 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 939 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 939 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 939 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
The matresses needs to be changed is hard as a rock, but everything else is 5 star!.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rafael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Breakfast was great. Wonderful pool
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff very nice love the heated pool wil stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julián

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We love staying here and being able to travel with our dog and cat. These accommodations are perfect and clean and we never have any issues while staying here and that staff is very attentive and wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great place in an excellent location. Staff is very kind
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall wonderful stay! The rooms are apartment style with a decent kitchenette. The space was a little outdated, however very clean! Our room had 2 full bathrooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my 8th visit to Villas Del Rio . I love that it’s always a welcoming, clean and safe oasis with close walking distance to shops and restaurants in Escazu . Mauricio and the entire staff and crew are always so kind and helpful and truly do their very best to make your stay as comfortable and pleasant as possible. The included breakfast buffet is consistently delicious and offers a wide assortment of options . The heated pool and Jacuzzi are very nice. They also offer a free Airport pick up and drop off. It’s always a pleasure to stay at Villas Del Rio. Will be returning again soon to my home away from home in Escazu . Pura Vida !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Wish we stayed longer to better enjoy the property

We were only here for one, rainy night but the property was excellent. We stayed here to be closer to the airport, for an afternoon flight and as such, this hotel is above and beyond. The room was perfect to get cleaned up from our adventures with modern amenities like strong water pressure and practically sound proofed windows. The included breakfast was also well stocked with a warm service staff. Checkin and checkout was seamless and we're sad we didn't get to enjoy the heated, clean pool. The Santa Ana neighborhood is VERY upscale compared to traveling across the jungles, beaches and volcano areas, but you can still find local spots away from the main roads. Just plan for traffic...it's approx 15mi from the airport, but Waze had estimates from 30min to 1hr 15min.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Serdar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Amazing service Great staff Great Breakfast But WiFi wasn’t so Good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahima

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The rooms are lovely and spacious. The staff is helpful and kind. The pools are awesome. Breakfast delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mary, Santa Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
He ido por años y el agua arriba en la ducha, no tiene presión
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful pool! Large apartment was comfortable. Big bathrooms with large showers. The furniture and overall appearance was dated, but clean. The beds were firm but comfortable. We loved the friendly employees and would gladly return to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth, Linden

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The accommodation was ideal for a family by offering a living room, kitchen, and 2 separate bedrooms with individual bathrooms. Internet access was steady and breakfast options were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly, Galt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen amongst other things makes this an especially attractive rental.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly multilingual staff. I enjoyed my stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Detlef

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jeremy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy A

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Well-managed

They handled several complaints with great respect, concern, and care. Very accommodating. The breakfast is hearty. I have stayed here before several times and liked the bathtubs. I was disappointed they have removed most bathtubs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025