Hotel Villas Rio Mar

Hotels
9.1 (1363 reviews)
800 meters northeast of the Dominical entrance , Dominical , cr

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Beautiful grounds
Clean facilities
Cons:
Slow restaurant service
Some rooms outdated
Limited sunbeds by pool

Categories

Cleanliness
8.43
The pool and common areas were noted as clean, but some rooms were mentioned as outdated.
Service
9.4
Staff was frequently described as friendly and helpful.
Location
9.94
The hotel is surrounded by nature and close to both the beach and the town.
Room Quality
8.39
Rooms were generally comfortable, but some reviews mentioned they were small and dark.
Amenities
9.42
Two large pools and good restaurant options were highlighted positively.
Value for Money
8.88
The pricing was mentioned as reasonable considering the location and services.
Food and Beverage
8.93
Breakfast was rated highly, but suggestions for improvements were noted.
Overall Experience
9.4
Overall experience was very positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 04:49

Property Description

Riverfront Location & Proximity to Village
Hotel Villas Río Mar boasts a picturesque setting on the banks of River Baru, just a short walk from the charming Village of Dominical.

Comfortable Rooms & Relaxing Amenities
Each of the 52 rooms at Hotel Villas Río Mar is equipped with a private terrace, air conditioning, TV, and free WiFi. Guests can unwind in the garden or take a dip in one of the two outdoor swimming pools.

Exciting Activities & Dining Options
From tennis courts to mini golf, this eco-hotel offers a range of activities. After a day of exploring, guests can savor international and local cuisine at the hotel restaurant or sip cocktails at the wet bar.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure at Hotel Villas Río Mar – book your stay now!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 4 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 5 years old to 17 years old stay for US$10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.1
Based on 1363 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.43
Service: 9.4
Location: 9.94
Room Quality: 8.39
Amenities: 9.42
Value for Money: 8.88
Food and Beverage: 8.93
Overall Experience: 9.4
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Raul • solo_traveller • ar
8
Satisfactoria
Pros:

La distribución de las habitaciones, las picinas y restaurante

Cons:

La ubicación del Hotel

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Nicky • family_with_children • nl
9
Leuk hotel
Pros:

Mooi opgezet hotel met ala carte ontbijt. 2 zwembaden. Keurig schoon.
Ligt iets verder van het strand en de restaurantjes maar met uber of auto goed te doen. Je kan ook lopen.

Cons:

Ik had zelf een huisje geboekt vooraan. Deze lag alleen niet in het bos maar bij de parkeerplaats jammer.

2026-05-08 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • family_with_children • be
9
Pros:

La grande piscine
L infrastructure
La grandeur des bungalows
La gentillesse du personnel
Le resto

2026-05-07 • via Nuitee
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david • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Tout

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Luc • couple • nl
9
2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Navarro • family_with_children • cr
10
very relaxing and comfortable
Pros:

The pool is excellent and the breakfast very good

Cons:

nothing, everything was good

2026-05-06 • via Nuitee
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Helena • couple • cr
10
Pleasant comfortable convenient
Pros:

Good size suite. Porch, jungle sounds birds, excellent restaurant onsite 2 pools. One a lap pool. Very comfortable

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Krystelle • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

Très belle et confortable chambre. Tres bel établissement et bien entretenu.
Chouette petite balade à faire dans la jungle.
La situation est top !

Cons:

Surtout par rapport au restaurants Dommage qu’il n’y ai pas vraiment d’option végétariennes au restaurant le soir.
Le petit déjeuner n’était pas incroyable.

2026-05-05 • via Nuitee
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Gonzalo • solo_traveller • cr
10
Pros:

Me gustó que el hotel tiene muchas áreas verdes y bien cuidadas

Ofrecen apoyo para subir el equipaje hasta la habitación

Está ubicado en una zona silenciosa perfecta para relajarse

El personal fue muy amable

También tiene TV por cable para los que valoran terminar el día viendo una película

Tienen varias opciones para el desayuno

Cons:

Deberían renovar los dispensadores de jabón del baño, para que sean acordes a la calidad de las habitaciones

También me parece necesario que incluyan extractores de aire en los baños de las habitaciones, la ventana no es suficiente para una adecuada ventilación

2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Jacquelin • family_with_children • cr
8
Bien
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Anneke • solo_traveller • nl
9
Pros:

Heerlijk zwembad, goede kwaliteit eten en prachtige sfeervolle tuin.

Cons:

Het is een wat grotere locatie.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Cathrine • solo_traveller • nl
9
2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Noel Middleton • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely pool, excellent facilities, friendly staff lovely location amongst the trees with wildlife all around us.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Sven • family_with_children • ch
6
OK stay but would not come back.
Pros:

The breakfast was nice.

Cons:

Every in the bungalows is old and I don’t know how they got the sustainability certificate, if they allow guests to run their a/c 24/7.

2026-05-03 • via Nuitee
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Bronwyn • couple • us
10
Pros:

The gardens and the birds

2026-05-02 • via Nuitee
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Hellen • couple • cr
9
Relax
Pros:

Restaurante no cumplió con mis espectativas

Cons:

No había gran variedad de comida costarricense

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Adriana • extended_group • cr
10
Love the location! Love the trekking trail and yoga deck (facing nature). Pet friendly.
Pros:

Beautiful and clean pools. Clean rooms and cozy. Great breakfast and dinner. Great bread in both meals.
Disability-friendly infraestructure, as long as the stay is at the villas down the hill, near reception, restaurant and pools. The villas up in the hill, close to the mountain have the best jungle experience. Loved them!

Cons:

The chlorine from cleaning the bathroom was way too strong for few minutes after cleaning. We had to leave the door open for a while for the odor to go away.

2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Edith • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-04-30 • via Nuitee
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Manuela • couple • de
7
2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Anja Mad. • solo_traveller • ch
9
Pros:

Extrem ruhig gelegen, schöner Garten und toller Pool zum Schwimmen. Sehr bequeme Betten. Leckeres Frühstück. Genpgend Parkplätze.

Cons:

Zimmer Eäetwas in die Jahre gekommen. Beim Frühstück Kaffee etwas wässrig und Saft nicht aus frischem Obst.

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee