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Villas Rio Mar

3.0 star property
Family-friendly stay near Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Reception
Villa, Kitchen | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
Lobby
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
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  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the neighborhood

Map
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas, 1350
  • Popular LocationPlaya Dominical17 min walk
  • Popular LocationHacienda Baru3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNauyaca Waterfalls12 min drive

Room options

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Superior Room | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Junior Suite | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Villa, Kitchen | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa, Kitchen

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Ballena

Oceanside stay.You'll find Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding and Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge is within 6 miles (10 km) and Nauyaca Waterfalls is within 9 miles (15 km).

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 17 min walk
  • Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding - 18 min walk
  • Hacienda Baru - 3 min drive
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coco's Restaurant - 19 min walk
  • Fuego Brew Company - 15 min walk
  • Cafe Mono Congo - 10 min walk
  • Restaurante Charter - 3 min drive
  • Phat Noodle - 11 min walk

About this property

Villas Rio Mar

Family-friendly stay near Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Villas Rio Mar offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor tennis court, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Event space at this hotel measures 947 square feet (88 square meters) and includes a conference center. A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Villas Rio Mar. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

This Ballena hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 12 buildings
  • 947 sq ft of conference space
  • 88 sq m of conference space
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Villas Rio Mar offers 48 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries and ceiling fans. Rooms open to furnished patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Furnished patio

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 33600 per person (one-way)

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and window guards
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 4 children 4 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Rio Mar Villas
Villas Rio Mar
Villas Rio Mar Dominical
Villas Rio Mar Costa Rica/Dominical
Villas Rio Mar Hotel Dominical
Hotel Rio Mar
Hotel Villas Rio Mar Ballena
Ballena Villas Rio Mar Hotel
Villas Rio Mar Ballena
Hotel Villas Rio Mar
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Villas Rio Mar Hotel
Villas Rio Mar Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Villas Rio Mar to the airport?

Villas Rio Mar is 23.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the Quepos (XQP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Villas Rio Mar?

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villas Rio Mar on May 14, 2024 start from $126.5, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Villas Rio Mar have an airport shuttle?

Villas Rio Mar offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of CRC 33600 per person, one-way.

How close is Villas Rio Mar to the beach?

This hotel is 0.9 mi (9-min drive) from Playa Dominical and 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Playa Barú. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villas Rio Mar offer free breakfast?

Villas Rio Mar offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Villas Rio Mar?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Villas Rio Mar?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at Villas Rio Mar?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Villas Rio Mar have a pool?

Villas Rio Mar features an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Villas Rio Mar have a restaurant?

Villas Rio Mar is home to El Rancho, which features international cuisine, pool views, and happy hour.

Does Villas Rio Mar have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages, facials, and body scrubs.

How close is Villas Rio Mar to downtown Ballena?

Villas Rio Mar is 15.4 mi away from Ballena.

Villas Rio Mar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 298 out of 537 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 169 out of 537 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 537 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 537 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 537 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marie-Josée, Montreal

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Villas Rio Mar has a convenient location in Dominical ; about 10 min walk to town / 3 min drive and 20 min walk to the beach / 7 min drive. The small cabanas are cute and comfortable. The pools are nice to enjoy after days at the beach. The restaurant is good and has very nice staff and the breakfast is good. The only thing we found when comparing to the multiple other places we stayed at is that its operated too much like a resort and too little like other places in Costa Rica (cozier / pura vida / more homey like).
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Alonso

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alcides

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a small forest behind the hotel. Staff is friendly. The restaurant is good. The only problem because of the room location was internet, we didn´t have internet neither phone service at the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Hilary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was pretty, the room was clean enough, staff were nice. Two pools, one of which seemed to be more for adults which was appreciated. We ate at the hotel restaurant and were disappointed- my husband was served raw fish. The real bummer is it is not the best location to stay in Dominical. It’s a longer walk than expected to the beach on a rocky gravel road that has no light at night- so expect to drive to dinner. We recommend staying in Uvita instead.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food and service, clean pool and property. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our time here, even extended our stay. The food at the Crocodile bar and grill was mediocre and the effort put into the free breakfast during the week was very MEH. However on the weekend - you could tell they were putting much more effort into it. We frequently had to ask for more coffee cups or fruit around 9am. Beware if you have colored hair- you will be charged $20USD for any washable staining on the towels. The pool was fantastic and our villa was nice and quiet. Able to see lots of different birds and wildlife right at your door.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

philippe

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 3rd visit to Rio Mar. We love this relaxed family oriented little resort which has beautiful grounds & a great large pool We noticed some nice little changes. This year we were greeted upon arrival & our bags were taken to our room Some of the lounge furniture has been upgraded. The breakfast had more variety of choices. Frint desk staff especially 'Juniior' was very engaging and helpful. The toilet in our room was older but some iof the public washroom toilets have been upgraded. It would be even better if the toilet in the room was as well. Other than that the dining room staff are always very friendly and hard working and keep everything very welcoming & clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Satheesh

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023