Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar

3.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, open 7 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds
Property grounds
Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area
Poolside bar

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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202 Dorado Del Mar Blvd, Dorado, San Juan, 00646
  • Place, Dorado Del Mar Golf Course
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Balneario Manuel Morales
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorado Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

Studio Suite, 2 Double Beds

7.8 out of 10
Good
(348 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(224 reviews)
  • 81 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Dorado

With a stay at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar in Dorado (Higuillar), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Dorado Beach and Dorado Del Mar Golf Course. .This beach hotel is 19.5 mi (31.4 km) from Puerto Rico Convention Center and 20 mi (32.2 km) from Pan American Pier.

What's nearby

  • Dorado Del Mar Golf Course - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Costa Dorado Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Balneario Manuel Morales - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Dorado Beach - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Reserva Natural Playa Grande - El Paraiso - 8 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Limo Viejo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kikita's Blue Beach Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Terraza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar

Beach hotel with 2 restaurants and a casino
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

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

Make yourself at home in one of the 116 air-conditioned rooms featuring microwaves. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Try your luck at the casino and enjoy other recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and wedding services.
Grab a bite to eat at one of the hotel's many dining establishments, which include 2 restaurants and a coffee shop/cafe. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar has 2 restaurants on site.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 16 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Things to do

  • 175 slot machines
  • 6 outdoor pickleball courts
  • 7 gaming tables
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bingo
  • Casino (9,500 square foot of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sportsbook

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Lift (51 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 8 floors
  • Built in 2001
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from October 29 2025 to November 19 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 150.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee: 8 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access
  • Hot tub access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 16.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Pool access available from 7 AM to 9:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Aquarius Vacation Club At Dorado Del Mar Beach And Golf Resort
Golden Sands Villas Dorado
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Aquarius Vacation Club Mar Hotel
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Aquarius Vacation Club Mar
Aquarius Vacation Club At Dorado Del Mar Beach And Golf Resort
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Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1345 out of 2815 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 592 out of 2815 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 392 out of 2815 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 255 out of 2815 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 2815 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Samantha had great customer service and provided awesome drinks at the bar!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Bernadette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Outdated
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gladys

Liked: Staff & service
Beautiful beach, staff is very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The good thing is next to the beach the amenities are in the hotel and casino
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Orlando

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Place and Family Friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie N

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Keyla

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Property needs some improvements and some repairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Haylee

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Bibi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I don’t recommend this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Brad

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice area. Pool is clean but hotel is run down. The AC didn’t really work. Carpets were stained, room furniture stained, paint falling off/bubbling in the room, and the futon had a broken leg. Also the bathroom was only partially cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rosalyn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just wished I didn’t have to request towels 5 out of 7 days but otherwise it was ok
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yadee

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Caroline, Nutley

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property did not met the value expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alondra

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at Aquarius was very friendly. And the accommodations were good. Our problem is that we had a 3rd child in our suite bringing our total to five in the room. When we booked we simply planned to have the 8yr old child sleep in our double bed with us and the two other children sleep on the pullout couch. Everything was already there for that arrangement. It seemed easy. But to Aquarius this very simple arrangement was not good enough so they charged us an extra $100 a day. This was an unexpected additional cost of $700 to our vacation!! I don't know about you but that is a lot of money to our family. Furthermore, they didn't even give us sheets for the pullout couch and after we asked for them, room service took part of the sheets back every day. No extra room towels or soap or anything was given either. We just made do. So we basically paid $700 for a pool pass which could not be the going cost. I don't know about others, but we would not have booked here if we had known an extra 700 would be added. I thought maybe it would be a $100 "extra person fee" total at most. I was just very disappointed that they were not flexible on this. I thought this was a family friendly hotel and was sorely disappointed to find out it wasn't. It is a shame too as we enjoyed our time at Aquarius (staff was A+) but how can we come back \ recommend it if they can't accommodate a family of 5 in a time of high prices without adding such an extreme penalty to our time together?
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel Luis

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zulma

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025