Name: HOTEL DEL RiO
Address: 400 metros Norte y 400 metros Oeste de Mc Donald, frente al Liceo Laboratorio, en residencial Del Rio, sobre Av 11, 50101 Liberia, Costa Rica, Liberia, Costa Rica, Liberia, Guanacaste, CR
Price range: $79–$79 per night
Rating: 8.2

What guests think

Travellers describe HOTEL DEL RiO as a clean, budget-friendly stop near Liberia’s airport, with basic rooms, strong air conditioning, and friendly staff, though amenities are simple, the on-site cafe can be limited, and daytime renovation work has occurred.

Many find the location convenient for Walmart and a short drive to town, but it sits in a quiet residential area with fewer amenities within a short walk. Service is typically helpful, yet English can be limited at times and a few guests reported overbooking or no staff at the desk late. Rooms are small and spartan with some courtyard-facing windows; reports mention thin walls, birds or nearby music, and simple electric shower heaters with occasional hot-water issues. Expect a straightforward overnight base close to the airport.

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Facilities

On-site cafe/restaurant is well liked for breakfast and dinner, though it has been limited or closed during renovations. Secure parking is available, paid airport transfer can be arranged (often a taxi), Wi-Fi is generally fine but can be patchy, and there is no elevator.

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Gary Alex

Feb 19, 2025

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Stayed 8 nights

Accommodations were basic but adequate. Staff was very friendly and professional. Parking is in enclosed, well-lit area across street from hotel. Hotel location is near Liberia Walmart, and a short drive from downtown Liberia. There was also construction underway during my stay, (the addition of a restaurant) which will be nice im sure, but created a lot of unwanted noise during my stay. Great hotel for solo travellers or couples on a budget

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Corina

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small room and no secondary lock on the door. Located in residential area, so no restaurants or stores around. Would have been fine if their restaurant was open but it was closed for renovations and I wasn’t told in advance. The Shuttle is actually just a taxi that they call for you.

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Amy

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A good place to stay if all you need is a room. No amenities close by and cafe was not open at all. Close to the airport and has a shuttle service you can pay for.

10

Michael

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is very good, clean, and friendly staff. Attached restaurant is excellent and available for breakfast and dinner. English and Spanish is spoke at front desk and restaurant. We will come again.

10

Kyle

Mar 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Stayed one night before going back to Canada. Great shower, air conditioner worked very well, very clean room and the beds were great. Reception dude was very helpful in many ways. There is great free parking out front but lots of people park like douches.

8

Bao

Jan 26, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, comfortable. Wifi was very patchy, but otherwise a great budget option.

10

Carole

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel Del Rio always offer a quality value with excellent accommodations close to airport and walking distance to Walmart for any necessities. Their restaurant is also very delicious.

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Andrew

Feb 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Clean and well presented basic accommodations for an overnight stay. In-building construction was underway during our visit but only in daytime. Not the most convenient location but shuttle/taxi service available (pay).

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Parth

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall room looked like the pictures. No evelvator on property. AC worked great. Clean. Breakfast place on site. Overall staff were nice with limited english. Parking is the only sketchy part.

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David

Feb 7, 2026

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel is in a decent location, about 1 km from restaurants, and the host was very helpful with travel advice. There is also a decent restaurant on site. That said, the room was functional, but not fancy. At many times during the night we were disoriented by the sound of pigeons outside the window.the night we were disturbed by the

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Cleanliness

Cleanliness is praised frequently across rooms and common areas. A few guests noted ants, other insects, or a moldy odour in some rooms.

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Tanyea (TAN)

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The parking was ok, it was safe regarding location wise. It was directly across the street from hotel. However, its also parking for the the tenants that live on the same premise as the parking lot. Room, had ants all around the desk area. Room was HOT. Staff, speaks NO ENGLISH. Breakfast, i didn't experience because i didnt say at the hotel

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Robert

Mar 5, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room smelled like mold

8

BURKE

Feb 13, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room, curious staff

10

Melanie

Feb 24, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, quiet, air conditioned, airport shuttle for fee, and hot showers!

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Shannon

Mar 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel room had 2 bedrooms and was close to the airport. There were no cups or even a bottle opener. We were given 1/3 of a roll of toilet paper and no shampoo. Also there was a small cockroach in the second bedroom. The shower head heater produced a small shock when touched so should be rewired to code in order to be safe.

10

Gord

Feb 5, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice folks to deal with! Clean room with A/C, fridge, cafe right on site.

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Mark

Aug 11, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very, very basic. But clean and comfortable enough.

10

Eileen

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small but clean and cosy and suited three adults for our overnight stay. The staff were accommodating and helped us order Pizza for delivery to the hotel. It was pretty noisy at night but that was only because it was extremely windy at night. Breakfast in the morning was very good. All in all it was a brief but lovely stay. It was close to the airport for our flight in the morning.

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Laura

Mar 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Super clean! And quiet.

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RICHARD

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place. Very clean and quiet

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Rooms

Rooms are small and very basic but functional, with strong A/C and comfortable beds. Some note thin walls, birds or nearby music, courtyard-facing windows that limit privacy/light, simple electric shower heaters with occasional hot-water issues, and minimal in-room amenities.

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Wei

Dec 14, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Too noisy

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Dean

May 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Quiet little hotel tucked out of the way. Only confusion for me was how to set the water temperature in the shower - I’ve never seen an electric shower head!

8

Uthayakumary

Dec 25, 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Bathroom window is open so loud noises and birds morning Sounds were too loud which disturbed my sleep few times. Once, someone was smoking weed outside but smell came to my room through the window which was not healthy for me.

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Shannon

Mar 12, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The hotel room had 2 bedrooms and was close to the airport. There were no cups or even a bottle opener. We were given 1/3 of a roll of toilet paper and no shampoo. Also there was a small cockroach in the second bedroom. The shower head heater produced a small shock when touched so should be rewired to code in order to be safe.

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Edmund

Nov 30, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Hotel located in a quiet residential area .4 mile (.6km) from the WalMart. Certainly an excellent value. WiFi and A/C worked perfectly

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Conny

Nov 9, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

The hotel itself was clean, well maintained and in a quiet neighbourhood close to the airport. Note that the building layout has all hotel room windows facing into the courtyard, so you have to keep the curtains closed for privacy whenever you're in the room. In short, always darkness in the hotel room instead of being able to allow daylight in.

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Karl

Feb 28, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean room with two beds. Sink is cold water only, the shower had an "instant" hot water head with wire ties visible at the head connection. Only 3 accessible 120v outlets, no USB. Wifi was good. Rooms not sound isolated. No glassware/cups. No coffee maker, had to go to the small restaurant.

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Carol

Feb 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Room basic. No hot water. Desk person unfriendly.

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Chandra

Jan 25, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Basic room and hotel. Great for a single night after a late flight in.

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Karl

Feb 3, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

The room is clean and comfortable bed very but basic, a fair price. The staff are very friendly,

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Service

Staff are widely described as friendly, accommodating, and efficient, with easy check-in and help arranging transport. However, English can be limited, the desk may be unattended late, and a few guests reported overbooking or unfriendly interactions.

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Frank

Feb 1, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The front desk clerk allowed is to check in early which was an excellent bonus after having arrived earlier on a red eye. The hotel was undergoing an upgrade so construction was happening but it really wasn’t as important as getting a room and some rest. The room itself was clean and hotel location near Walmart and outside of town was handy. We would return.

10

James

Mar 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Staff very helpful.

10

Susan

Nov 4, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great place, great staff. No complaints!

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Deanne

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property, very helpful staff. Very close to the Walmart and the main bus stop leading to many beaches and towns, yet a wonderfully quiet street. Delicious Casado dinners onsite to purchase and an easy ride to the airport, just ask the staff and they arrange it. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Highly recommend for the price point!

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Patricia

Jan 20, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Unfortunately, myself and another customer were overbooked into the hotel. However, the gentleman at the reception was extremely helpful in helping us both to find rooms at another location and getting us to the site. Because of the his efforts, I am just thinking of this as a vacation adventure, something a little unusual.

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Elizabeth

Jun 19, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

We checked into the hotel just after 7pm. We were awakened by pounding on the door at 10pm. The girl tells us they double booked and they want us to VACATE the room and they would get us a room at another hotel! What? I'm already asleep and my husband has to deal with this woman demanding that we leave. We had already paid for the booking via Expedia and my husband refused to leave. It was not a pleasant experience to wake up to!

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Kristen

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Very clean. The most lovely staff. Got stuck there when our flight got cancelled. The woman at the front desk was so helpful Was unsure of the area but we could walk to Walmart. We were told the restaurants were another 500 metres but it was dark Max 15 minutes to the airport

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Antonio

Feb 9, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The young man who greeted me at the reception desk was very courteous and friendly. Checking was fast. I gave him my name and told him it had already been paid for through Expedia. He found me on his list and he handed me the key. It's a great value given its proximity to the airport. As other reviewers have commented, it's a great place if you need to stay near the airport before your flight.

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John

Jan 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Manager accomodated our arrival and departure perfectly.

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Carol

Feb 4, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Room basic. No hot water. Desk person unfriendly.

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Location

Convenient for Liberia Airport and walkable to Walmart, set in a quiet residential area. Some found restaurants and town a longer walk and the surroundings less appealing, so taxis or transfers are commonly used.

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Arvind

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We had just spent a week at the W Reserva Conchal, as a reference. Our flight was cancelled at night and all hotels close to the airport in LIR were full. We were very skeptical about this property and concerned about having the family there due to its location in the middle of a residential neighborhood, but our driver had good things to say as a native LIR resident. The check-in process was smooth and very friendly, the room was basic but spotless. I am not sure we would choose to stay here on our next visit due to location, but if you are looking for clean, inexpensive and safe accommodations within 10-15 mins of the airport, I would recommend this!

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sonia

Feb 11, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This hotel was convenient to walk into Liberia for the day and it was great to have the airport transfer in the morning. The air conditioning was good, the shower was good and the area was quiet. Just what we were looking for.

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Marisa

Jun 26, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

In middle of neighborhood but can walk to Walmart

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Deanne

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property, very helpful staff. Very close to the Walmart and the main bus stop leading to many beaches and towns, yet a wonderfully quiet street. Delicious Casado dinners onsite to purchase and an easy ride to the airport, just ask the staff and they arrange it. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Highly recommend for the price point!

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John

Jul 10, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The people were friendly and accommodating. The on-site restaurant served good food. It was an easy walk to other restaurants and Walmart. It is only a few minute drive from the Pan-American Highway.

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Mike

Dec 4, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

All I can say is that it was clean but about as basic as you can get. Why it has such a high rating I have no idea. The area is 20 minutes walk from any shops or restaurants in a poor neighborhood. It was only $76 a night so that reflects everything!!!

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Edmund

Nov 30, 2023

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Stayed 5 nights

Hotel located in a quiet residential area .4 mile (.6km) from the WalMart. Certainly an excellent value. WiFi and A/C worked perfectly

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Cecilia

Apr 22, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Good one night stay close to the airport, hotel is a little far from city or main square. However comfortable room an clean area.

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Janis

Dec 8, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Location wasn’t terrible it was just behind Walmart in town. Perfect for a nights stay after a later arrival in Liberia. Great breakfast spot in hotel too. We did hear gun shots at night though. A bit concerning but thankfully didn’t affect us. There was 3 beds in our room too, which was perfect for 3 solo travellers.

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Manju Micheal

Jun 21, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The property was clean, walking distance to Walmart and other restaurants, atm and airport is less than 25 mins drive . For a night stay the day before flying the place is perfect . Good internet connection, perfectly working air conditioning..

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Dining

The on-site cafe/restaurant earns positive comments for tasty food and handy breakfasts, and staff can accommodate requests. Hours can be limited or closed during renovations, so options may be restricted at times.

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Deanne

Oct 16, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Lovely property, very helpful staff. Very close to the Walmart and the main bus stop leading to many beaches and towns, yet a wonderfully quiet street. Delicious Casado dinners onsite to purchase and an easy ride to the airport, just ask the staff and they arrange it. Rooms were clean and comfortable. Highly recommend for the price point!

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Corina

Feb 10, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very small room and no secondary lock on the door. Located in residential area, so no restaurants or stores around. Would have been fine if their restaurant was open but it was closed for renovations and I wasn’t told in advance. The Shuttle is actually just a taxi that they call for you.

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Amy

Jan 24, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

A good place to stay if all you need is a room. No amenities close by and cafe was not open at all. Close to the airport and has a shuttle service you can pay for.

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Michael

Aug 24, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel is very good, clean, and friendly staff. Attached restaurant is excellent and available for breakfast and dinner. English and Spanish is spoke at front desk and restaurant. We will come again.

10

Eileen

Apr 18, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The room was small but clean and cosy and suited three adults for our overnight stay. The staff were accommodating and helped us order Pizza for delivery to the hotel. It was pretty noisy at night but that was only because it was extremely windy at night. Breakfast in the morning was very good. All in all it was a brief but lovely stay. It was close to the airport for our flight in the morning.

10

Davina

Mar 23, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Comfortable hotel with attached cafe run by friendly women. Conveniently located on outskirts of Liberia about 25 minutes from the airport.

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Carole

Aug 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Hotel Del Rio always offer a quality value with excellent accommodations close to airport and walking distance to Walmart for any necessities. Their restaurant is also very delicious.

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Parth

Apr 22, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Overall room looked like the pictures. No evelvator on property. AC worked great. Clean. Breakfast place on site. Overall staff were nice with limited english. Parking is the only sketchy part.

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Timothy

Jun 30, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Check-in was easy, a/c was great, and the restaurant made a special meal for me, they were wonderful.

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Andrew

Feb 3, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Everything was good for a 1night inexpensive stay Restaurant was limited but quite good Room was simple but clean Walmart is close by for purchasing food

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