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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, sun loungers
Garden
Lobby sitting area
Beach nearby, beach massages
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

Explore the area

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Dominical Beach, Bahía Ballena, Puntarenas, 1350
  • Place, Playa Dominical
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Nauyaca Waterfalls
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Quepos (XQP)
    ‪46 min drive‬
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Villa | Blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Villa

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 453 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

About the neighborhood

Bahía Ballena

Located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Sunset Surf Dominical - Day Lessons, Villas Rio Mar is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge. This 48-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 outdoor pools, free breakfast, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Playa Dominical - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Hacienda Baru - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Playa Dominicalito - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Hacienda Barú National Wildlife Refuge - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Nauyaca Waterfalls - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles

Getting around

  • Quepos (XQP) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moromo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Junta - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Scala - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Mono Congo - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Fuego Brew Company - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Villas Rio Mar

Riverfront hotel with 2 outdoor pools and free breakfast
2 outdoor pools, free WiFi in public areas, and an outdoor tennis court are featured at Villas Rio Mar. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for CRC 33600 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a computer station, and a library.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Furnished patios, sitting areas, and ceiling fans are other standard amenities.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an outdoor tennis court.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 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

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
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center (947 square feet 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 elevator
  • 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 organized tours and activities
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

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

  • This property welcomes pets for CRC 13000 per pet, per stay
  • 2 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 4 kids 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses solar energy.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Villas Rio Mar?

Villas Rio Mar provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see near Villas Rio Mar?

This hotel is located in Bahía Ballena, a short 17-minute walk from Playa Dominical and also 18 minutes on foot from Costa Rica Stand Up Paddle Boarding. You'll also find Hacienda Baru and Playa Dominicalito within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Villas Rio Mar?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Villas Rio Mar?

Spa services at the hotel include beach massages, sports massages, reflexology, and couples treatments.

Does Villas Rio Mar feature a casino?

No, Villas Rio Mar doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Villas Rio Mar?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are 2 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Villas Rio Mar a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including 2 outdoor pools, a poolside bar, and a garden-view restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Villas Rio Mar?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Villas Rio Mar have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Villas Rio Mar serves free full breakfasts at El Rancho each morning.

Does Villas Rio Mar allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Villas Rio Mar for a fee of CRC 13000 per pet, per stay.

Does Villas Rio Mar have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Villas Rio Mar?

The closest major airport to Villas Rio Mar is Quepos (XQP), which is 23.7 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Villas Rio Mar?

Yes, every guestroom at Villas Rio Mar comes with a furnished patio with some featuring garden views.

Does Villas Rio Mar have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Villas Rio Mar.