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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
Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Terrace/patio
VIP Access

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Villa

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
Blackout curtains
  • 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 - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hacienda Baru - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Alturas Wildlife Sanctuary - 10 min drive - 9.5 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 scrub, a body wrap or a manicure/pedicure. 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
  • Wedding services, a front desk safe and 1 meeting room
  • 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
  • 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

More

  • 1 floor
  • 12 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoke-free property

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
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

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.

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. 343 out of 606 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 183 out of 606 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 606 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 606 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 606 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such helpful staff, both at front desk and at the restaurant!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel has a lovely artistic Costa Rican flavor; the grounds are interesting to walk through with statues and many varieties of birds and butterflies. A lovely outdoor patio adjoined my room, and I enjoyed both the large pools. The Crocodile Grill & Bar served great food and drinks. What really sets the resort apart is the staff - they are absolutely wonderful and SO very helpful; they made me feel so special!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing from walking in to reception, dining, breakfast and checking out! Bedroom for 4 persons of a really good size, clean.,,, Fauna and flora amazing from Ants marching with leaves to their bunker to iguanas al over the place, beach at easy reach! Definitely a to come back property for the future trips to CR
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really a great getaway location. Super nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is beautiful and relaxing. The pools was amazing and not over chlorinated. There is plenty of wildlife to see on the property. The walking areas are covered in algae and slick in areas. However, they are in the process power washing it off.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service was great. The property is beautiful. The only issue was Wi-Fi kept going in and out. But other than that, we were very happy. The town of Dominical is a minute up the road, it’s adorable. Manuel Antonio and Uvita are also just an easy drive away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alcides

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly. The room was clean, the pool and the gardens were spacious. The restaurant was delicious and reasonably priced. Electric vehicle outlets are available for those with electric vehicles; just bring your charger.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot, excellent grounds, good restaurant. Not our first stay and not our last.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, gorgeous grounds. Love that they had a hammock in each room's foyer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Relaxing

Beautiful setting
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sileny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly and the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place. Great pool but no hot water in shower
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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

Donald

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

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tameica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful property. Comfortable rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Dale K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Food, tropical expierence
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty grounds. Great staff. Nice pool. Good restaurant. Nice ambience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect choice for the start of our trip!

We LOVED Villas Rios Mar on the same level with Banana Azul at Puerto Viejo! We stayed at 5 places in Costa Rica and they were our favorites. The grounds were beautiful. The room AND deck space/setting were wonderful! The only things that were a bit of an issue were the safe never worked for us (poor instructions/key use etc), the closet doors were jammed and unuseful, and we were the farthest room from the front desk/restaurant and had trouble with the WIFI. But those things aside, the beauty, the breakfast, pool and overall vibe and resort, made up for it all. Thank you Villas Rios Mar for a great experience!! Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Neisha

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
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

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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

Dustin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pool, great staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Always a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024