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Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Family-friendly aparthotel connected to a shopping centre in San Rafael with 2 outdoor swimming pools

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Pool
Exterior
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Room service
S$165
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec

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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
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Room

Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 592 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Living area

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 882 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Classic Penthouse

  • 1463 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Full Suite

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

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Living room

Family Suite

  • 1346 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Room

Quadruple Suite Standard With View

  • 968 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4

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Family Suite -6 Guests-

  • 1345 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6

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Double Room Standard

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Triple Suite Standard

  • 882 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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Family Room -5 Guests- Deluxe

  • 1463 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5

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About the area

San Rafael

Located in San Rafael, Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio is connected to a shopping centre. Multiplaza Mall Escazu and Escazú Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sabana Park and Braulio Carrillo National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Refugio Animal de Costa Rica, or check out an event or a game at National Stadium of Costa Rica. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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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 - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Jacks Station - 9 min drive
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio

Family-friendly aparthotel connected to a shopping centre in San Rafael with 2 outdoor swimming pools
2 outdoor pools, a 24-hour fitness centre and a rooftop terrace are available at this smoke-free aparthotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a 24-hour business centre, a conference centre and coffee/tea in a common area. Each apartment provides free WiFi and free wired Internet, a Smart TV with digital channels, and a kitchen with a fridge, a microwave and a dishwasher. Comforts include a pillowtop bed and premium bedding, and guests will also find conveniences, such as a dining area and a sitting area.
Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio offers 64 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. Smart televisions come with premium digital channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star aparthotel has kitchens with full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, bidets, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

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

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

Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

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 to 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 are 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 at the property

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 that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools.

Is Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of CRC 6000 per pet, per day.

How much is parking at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 17000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio located?

This family-friendly San Rafael aparthotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of Iglesia Escazú, Refugio Animal de Costa Rica and Multiplaza Mall Escazu. La Salle Natural Science Museum and Escazú Village are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Apartotel & Suites Villas del Rio Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 635 out of 929 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 929 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 929 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 929 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 929 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

9.4/10

Communication

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Excellent, safe, clean hotel. The staff is extra friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 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

10/10 Excellent

Karina

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

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline A

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

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Rupert

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

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

10/10 Excellent

minesh

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

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Christopher

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

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia Noelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was our second time staying here and we continue to like all that there is at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Always my go to place while staying in SJ
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiabod

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen A

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

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

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great for families, everyone had their own room. Beds were comfortable, the apartment was huge. Staff is very nice & helpful. Truly grateful. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lihong

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I would recommend this hotel to others and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiabod

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, staff and property
Stayed 1 night in Jan 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

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff are always friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025