East side of Costa Rica Country Club, San Rafael, San Rafael
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
San José (SYQ-Tobías Bolaños Intl.) - 16 min drive
San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 28 min drive
Jacks Station - 9 min drive
San Jose Contraloria Station - 10 min drive
San Jose Sabana Station - 10 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
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
Located just 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from the airport, Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in one of 2 outdoor pools, or visit the 24-hour fitness centre for a workout. A rooftop terrace and a terrace are other highlights, and apartments offer nice touches such as pillowtop beds with down duvets. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Property size
64 apartments
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 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
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
Pets
Pets allowed*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
On-site extended parking (CRC 30000 per week)
On-site parking is limited
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Off-site
Beach shuttle*
Shopping centre shuttle*
Theme park shuttle*
Other information
Designated smoking areas
Property amenities
Beach
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Beach umbrellas
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
2 outdoor pools
Sunloungers
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self-parking on site
Extended parking on site (CRC 30000 per week)
Limited on-site parking
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle at scheduled times, on request
Beach shuttle (surcharge)
Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Family friendly
Children stay for free (see details)
Playground
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Toys
Baby bath
Kitchen
Fridge (full size)
Microwave
Dishwasher
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
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 duvet
Pillow-top mattress
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Combined shower/bath
Towels provided
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Bidet
Living spaces
Living room
Dining room
Sitting area
Entertainment
Smart TV with premium channels
Outdoor areas
Rooftop terrace
Terrace
Barbecue
Garden
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
24-hour business centre
1 meeting room
Desk
Conference centre
Climate control
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Pets
Pet friendly
CRC 6000 per pet per day
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Grab bar in shower
Grab bar near toilet
Soundproofing
Wheelchair-accessible
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Safe
Multilingual staff
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Luggage storage
Blackout curtains
Safe at front desk
Location highlights
Connected to a shopping centre
Near the airport
In the business district
In the shopping district
In the entertainment district
Things to do
24-hour fitness centre
Fitness facilities nearby
Theme park shuttle (surcharge)
Ecotours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Security system
Window guards
General
64 rooms
6 buildings
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Dial-up internet access is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 17000 per vehicle (one-way)
Ferry terminal shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Beach shuttle, shopping centre shuttle and theme park shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CRC 6000 per pet, per day
Parking
Extended parking costs CRC 30000 per week
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Long-term renters welcome.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property.
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and window guards on-site.
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.
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.
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
Frequently asked questions
Does Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools.
Are pets allowed at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of CRC 6000 per pet, per day.
Is parking offered on site at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 17000 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
What is there to do at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio and nearby?
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio has 2 outdoor pools and a 24-hour fitness centre, as well as a garden.
Does Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen, which also includes a coffee maker, cookware and a fridge.
What's the area around Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio like?
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio is located a short 15-minute walk from Iglesia Escazú. Travellers love the aparthotel's prime location.
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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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 Exceptional
22 November 2024
Nice Property
Great stay. Complimentary breakfast was a nice touch. Spacious suites, nice pool and hot tub and convenient location.
Darrell
Darrell, 6-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
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.
Jay
Jay, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good
2 November 2024
Nice place clean great staff.
But really noisy. Cars honking in street and trucks shifting gears to slow down.
david
david, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 October 2024
minesh
minesh, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 October 2024
minesh
minesh, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Grettel
Grettel, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2024
Lovely location! Property is absolutely beautiful and well maintained!
Julio A
Julio A, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 September 2024
Colleen
Colleen, 6-night trip
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4/10 Fair
17 September 2024
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.
Terry
Terry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 September 2024
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.
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
The hospitality of the staff and the security of the place nice pool, clean rooms
Lee
Lee, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 September 2024
Great starting off place for landing in San Jose. Their shuttle is waiting on u at airport. Nice location for shopping and nice restaurants
David
David, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 August 2024
Excellent staff. Very clean. Transportation to and from airport was very efficient.
Cindy
Cindy, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 August 2024
Timothy
Timothy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
Very nice clean place. Right across the street is a place to buy snacks and beverages. A few blocks away are restaurants. Its a place I would stay again.
Ray
Ray, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
So friendly and accommodating. Great breakfast!
Ann
Ann, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
15 August 2024
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
The hotel apartment was very clean and would be perfect for a longer stay. The kitchen was roomy with a full size fridge. There were stores close by, but it was easier to get around with Uber. The breakfast had a variety of food and security was good. I’d recommend this hotel, it offers a lot for a good price.
Teresa
Teresa, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
10 August 2024
We stayed in what seem to be a small apartment. It was definitely outdated but clean. We did have a leak from the roof that we only noticed when we had a puddle on the bathroom floor. We also ended up next to the busy road which made it very hard to sleep at night due to the noises from the road. The hotel itself was in a good area for restaurants and shopping. It is also about 20 minutes from the airport.
Brandy
Brandy, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 August 2024
All staff super friendly and helpful
Esteban
Esteban, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 August 2024
Clean, great staff.
Palupcia
Palupcia, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
Ivana
Ivana, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 August 2024
Great place to stay
Easy check in. The staff were all very kind and helpful. We only stayed one night, but if we are ever in San Jose again we would stay longer.
Jared
Jared, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
Guys at front desk was kind , spacious apartment , cleaned at all . Nice place to stay .
JAIME
JAIME, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
27 July 2024
This property had a very friendly staff and was immaculate. It was perfect for our family, offering us an apartment-style room with lots of space.
I would have loved a few more amenities in the room — in particular, a coffee setup with coffee in it so that we didn’t have to go to the main building to get coffee. Also, wash cloths in the bathroom would have been nice.
Our stay was just a couple of days. This place might be better suited for a long enough stay where you buy groceries and really set yourself up.
But again, it was great.