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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 star property
Family-friendly aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools, connected to a shopping center in San Rafael

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Lobby sitting area
Exterior
Sports facility
Classic Penthouse

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hospital Cima San José
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Full Suite | Living room

Full Suite

  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Classic Penthouse

Classic Penthouse

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

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Family Suite | Living room

Family Suite

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

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Exterior

Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
4.1 out of 5, Very good, (1001)
The price is CA $247
per night
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Wyndham Garden San Jose Escazu

About the area

San Rafael

In shopping district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this San Rafael aparthotel, you'll find Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Iglesia Escazú. Escazú Village and Refugio Animal de Costa Rica are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hospital Cima San José - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Sabana Park - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffe Negroni - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Filippo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Ceibo - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Río de Janeiro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Moringa Gym Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Family-friendly aparthotel with 2 outdoor pools, connected to a shopping center in San Rafael
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a 24-hour fitness center. WiFi is free in public spaces. A 24-hour business center and a meeting room are available. Free breakfast is served daily. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This San Rafael aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 64 guestrooms or units
  • 6 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
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. Kitchens offer 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

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

Pool/Spa

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (CRC 30000 per week)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Toys
  • Baby bath

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service available

Bedrooms

  • Premium bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Pillow top mattress

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Sitting area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium channels

Outdoor areas

  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • 24-hour business center
  • 1 meeting room
  • Desk
  • Conference center

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • CRC 6000 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Soundproofing
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Luggage storage
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Safe at front desk

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • 64 rooms
  • 6 buildings

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: CRC 6000 per pet, per day

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. Long-term renters welcome.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in 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. 551 out of 824 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 196 out of 824 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 824 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 824 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 824 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

nakisha

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

10/10 Excellent

Hasel, Richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice Property
Great stay. Complimentary breakfast was a nice touch. Spacious suites, nice pool and hot tub and convenient location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Scarlett

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bathrooms need attention and renovation to a more modern standard. Furniture needs to be changed. Sofas were old yellow leather with lots of holes and rips in them. Great location, safe and quiet spot. Very spacious apartments, just need a good shake up.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff in particular Mr Larry. Outstanding and pleasure to meet. Also breakfast staff all of them awesome, most generous

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villas del Rio is very well managed--I can't say enough about how good their staff is and the facilities are really nice as well. I've seldom been this satisfied with a hotel stay, but they were outstanding! I just had the basic one-bedroom booking, but still it was like a small apartment. Don't hesitate to stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esteban, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Luxury acomodation & location at a low cost
Beautiful suite at an economy price. I had two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a full kitchen and sitting area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esteban, miami

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Nice place clean great staff. But really noisy. Cars honking in street and trucks shifting gears to slow down.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Reasonable price fir an apartment with two pools, two laundromats and small store. You can book day and overnight tours from the front desk. Easy to have your Costa Rican vacation right from this location.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean. Great Breakfast. Room are specious. Larry at the front desk was an exceptional person .vVery friendly and willing to help any time was asked.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

minesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl, Red Dear

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greaaat Holiday, fun for All, a hot HotTub
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

minesh

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
very nice apartment for the price. pools and spa were lovely. easy access to a very nice part of town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grettel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

olman j

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Was perfect for us
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

olman j

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
“I felt safe and as if I were at home.”
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julio A

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location! Property is absolutely beautiful and well maintained!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Terry, Fort Lauderdale

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
I have been staying at the Villas del Rio frequently for the last 8 years. This stay was not good however... The breakfast was terrible and the bed we slept in had mites (scabies) that we discovered the following day. I raised the issue with the management and they are resolving it.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Attention is perfect as always, people so kind. Hotel is ver well locate, property conditions are very good but I think is time to start to renew rooms and bath rooms. It is always a pleasure to spend days there.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hospitality of the staff and the security of the place nice pool, clean rooms
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort
Great starting off place for landing in San Jose. Their shuttle is waiting on u at airport. Nice location for shopping and nice restaurants
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024