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Villas Rio Mar

3.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast

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2 outdoor pools, open 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Outdoor wedding area
Beach nearby, beach massages
Beach nearby, beach massages
Bar (on property)
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is S$196
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr

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Room options

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Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Room

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Ceiling fan
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
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About the area

Map
Dominical Beach, Ballena, Puntarenas, 1350

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 9 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 10 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 12 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tortilla Flats - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante La Parcela - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coco's Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Villas Rio Mar

Hotel near Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons
Located close to Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Nauyaca Waterfalls, Villas Rio Mar provides free full breakfast, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails at this hotel. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a body treatment, reflexology or a facial. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, El Rancho, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and pool views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a garden.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • 2 outdoor pools with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Free self-parking
  • An outdoor tennis court, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • A computer station, luggage storage and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Villas Rio Mar feature thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Separate sitting areas, free infant beds and ceiling fans

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return 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 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • El Rancho

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Tennis lessons
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference centre (947 square foot of space)
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages

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 lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • 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 staffed during limited hours
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

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of CRC 13000 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
4 children, up to the age of 4 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: CRC 33600 per person (one-way)
  • Pet fee: CRC 13000 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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
Villas Rio Mar Hotel Ballena
Villas Rio Mar Hotel
Villas Rio Mar Hotel
Villas Rio Mar Ballena
Villas Rio Mar Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Villas Rio Mar have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

As of 30 Mar,2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villas Rio Mar on 31 Mar,2025 start from S$195.91, including 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.

Is Villas Rio Mar pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of CRC 13000 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Villas Rio Mar?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Villas Rio Mar?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Villas Rio Mar?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Villas Rio Mar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of CRC 33600 per person applies.

Where is Villas Rio Mar located?

Situated by the ocean, this hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge and Nauyaca Waterfalls. Marino Ballena National Park is 13.7 mi (22.1 km) away.

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Villas Rio Mar Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 329 out of 589 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 589 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 589 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 589 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 589 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

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Beautiful spot, excellent grounds, good restaurant. Not our first stay and not our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Friendly staff, gorgeous grounds. Love that they had a hammock in each room's foyer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sileny

Loved Nature, there were beautiful birds all over the place. Gorgeous mountain area near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Excellent staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Staff were friendly and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Neisha

Smelled like pee. No air on so was very hot when we arrived and had trouble getting air on. Lizards in room
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Beautiful hotel and wonderful service. Lots of wildlife, gorgeous gardens, warm swimming pool. Breakfast was plenty and delicious
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tameica

Beautiful property. Comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dale K

Food, tropical expierence
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Pretty grounds. Great staff. Nice pool. Good restaurant. Nice ambience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Great food and service, clean pool and property. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmaline

Loved our stay at Villas Rio Mar. The pool area was great and having access to the restaurant and bar was an added bonus. Restaurant staff are so friendly and accommodating, food is also delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Little gem
Loved this place so much we changed our plans and stayed for another night! The restaurant is fantastic (recommend the croc burger) and swimming pool is great. Aircon keeps the nights cool and is a well kept place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Great little reaort
I highly recommend this place. It’s got lots of animals and is far enough from town to be totally quiet but close enough to walk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronny

We liked the place. Very nice place to stay.

2/10 Terrible

Barbara

We have cancelled thus trip with no refund due to extreme weather
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Always a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Very close to Dominical but quiet with beautiful grounds and lovely swimming pools.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Emily

Garden haven
Great location, walkable from downtown. It has really quiet surroundings, only birds making a ruckus! The food was really very good, and there were large portions. One day they lost my order and so I waited 45 minutes for breakfast, but they made up for it with some home made avocado toast. 2 pools that were both absolutely amazing. One is a lap pool, and the other a nice large pool with a deep end, great amount of space for swimming. Nice patio with a sink, fridge, and table/chairs. Would recommend a table and chair inside the room as well. Would also ask for eco shampoo and body wash available.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Great pool, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Julio

Real nice place , clean with beautiful landscape.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

The shower was freezing cold with no water pressure
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Katy

The resort is very family friendly. It is in a beautiful location right next to the river and just up the road from downtown Dominical.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022