Aparthotel

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
Lobby sitting area
Family Suite | Private kitchenette
Interior detail
Classic Penthouse

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service

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, Multiplaza Mall Escazu
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, National Stadium of Costa Rica
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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

Classic Penthouse

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

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

Family Suite

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

Quadruple Suite Standard with View

  • 90 sq m
  • Sleeps 4

Family Suite -6 guests-

  • 125 sq m
  • Sleeps 6

Double Room Standard

  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2

Triple Suite Standard

  • 82 sq m
  • Sleeps 3

Family Room -5 guests- Deluxe

  • 136 sq m
  • Sleeps 5

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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).

What's nearby

  • Avenida Escazú Shopping Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hospital Cima San José - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Multiplaza Mall Escazu - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Sabana Park - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • National Stadium of Costa Rica - 6 min drive - 4.3 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 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

  • Bedroom
  • 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
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

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. 628 out of 921 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 213 out of 921 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 921 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 921 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 921 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

I’ll be back!

I love this hotel and have been staying here for years. Lovely friendly staff, spacious rooms, delightful pool, wonderful breakfasts. (Ryan is a terrific host and server!)
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Would stay again

Wonderful stay. We would stay here again. Convenient location for hospital stays. The rooms were large and clean. The heated pool was great and the breakfast had a good variety.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stay was lovely
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

Was fantastic, very peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Would stay again.

Lovely stay. Conveniently located. Friendly staff. Nice heated pool. Good breakfast. Convenient location for hospital stays. The only issues we had were with the noise levels. So much traffic, which cannot be helped. But the staff are working, loudly, by 8am, sometimes earlier.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was easy to locate staff was extremely friendly. Even with the planned power outage we were totally kept in the loop
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

8/10 Good

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having dental work done in area, perfect location. Amazingly appointed friendly staff grocery shopping restaurants within walking. Beautiful pool and wonderful jacuzzi after a long day site seeing or dental work. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Quality

Convenient location Professional staff Friendly atmosphere
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All is good about this Hotel,
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

William

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time as a family traveling out of the country! Our stay here was very roomy and the staff was very friendly! The pool and hot tub was amazing! We were very happy for our week stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olufemi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was hearty with options for all. The accomodations are full suites with full kitchens, giving you the option to self cater, if that works for you. The location is within a nice neighborhood and a short walk to dining and shopping options
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

IBITOROKO

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. The setup is unique from what I’m familiar with and the location is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very comfortable home-like environment. The breakfast made to order everyday was a nice treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

minesh

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great customer service, delicious breakfast, good laundry service and also nice pool
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

sowathdy, delaware

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, large room with great pools and amenities right in the city center with shopping andc did in walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was great...
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

todd

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was fine. Nice condos.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place to stay. Great rooms, service and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025