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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

3.5 star property
3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel near Multiplaza Mall Escazu, connected to a shopping center

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2 outdoor pools, sun loungers
Interior detail
Free daily continental breakfast
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

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 Twin 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 Twin Beds and 1 Twin 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 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Quadruple Suite Standard with View

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Suite -6 guests-

  • 125 sq m
  • Sleeps 6

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Double Room Standard

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Triple Suite Standard

  • 82 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Family Room -5 guests- Deluxe

  • 136 sq m
  • Sleeps 5

About the area

San Rafael

In shopping district.Within 2 miles (3 km) of this San Rafael aparthotel, you'll find Iglesia Escazú and Parque de perros Rosalinda. Escazú Village and Multiplaza Mall Escazu are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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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
  • Escazú Village - 19 min walk - 1.7 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

3.5-star family-friendly aparthotel near Multiplaza Mall Escazu, connected to a shopping center
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 3.5-star 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. 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.

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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 transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
  • Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Extended parking on site (CRC 30,000 per week)
  • Limited onsite 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
  • Room service (limited hours)

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 center
  • Conference center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoking not allowed

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 center
  • 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: 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 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
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. 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. 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. 649 out of 949 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 949 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 949 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 949 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 949 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It is an older property. Everything is very clean. Buffet breakfast was excellent. One woman at front desk was pretty brusque, almost unfriendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

India

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Kind staff. Sat by the pool with my dog.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

birgit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
The cleaness, breakfast and attention is excelent.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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

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