Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar

3.0 star property
3-star beachfront hotel near Dorado Beach

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

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • 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

About the area

Dorado

On the beach.A stay at this Higuillar hotel places you steps from Dorado Del Mar Golf Course and within a 5-minute walk of Costa Dorado Beach. Parish of Saint Anthony of Padua and DiVine Spa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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

3-star beachfront hotel near Dorado Beach
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar offers its guests a children's pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A casino, a vending machine, and an arcade/game room are also featured at the family-friendly Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar. Parking is available for a fee.

This 3-star Dorado hotel is smoke free.

  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2001
  • Casino
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
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.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self 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 feet of space)
  • Children's pool
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Golf lessons
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pro golf shop
  • Sportsbook

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
  • Elevator (20 inch wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1342 out of 2810 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 592 out of 2810 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 390 out of 2810 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 255 out of 2810 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 231 out of 2810 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

2/10 Terrible

Roland M

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So we arrived at the hotel much later than we were supposed to but that was due to the airline. When we arrived the girl working at night expressly told us when she gave us some wristbands that we were to wear them if we go to the pool. She also gave us our key cards which there were several to have to manage. When we got up the next morning we're walking around the property and we had not visited the pool yet. I went up to the desk to ask a question and the manager who I found out his name is Victor fastest who we were and what room were in and why we didn't have our wristbands on and told us he would call security if we did not wear them. It was not necessary to threaten us like that especially when one of his employees did not tell us that we had to have it on at all times since he is the manager that is his fault for not training his staff properly! As for the property there were several broken doors limited entrances, the restroom was awful with broken paper holders and a room and dustpan just thrown on the floor, and no food at that property we had to go to the embassy suites next door in order to find a restaurant to eat at and they looked at a sideways because we're not staying at that property! Overall the thing I dislike the most was the staff and obviously the manager Victor as his condescending attitude and threatening actions ruined the stay! I will never go back there and I do not recommend anyone else go either!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Aquarius

We were in a family time. We had a really good time. The suite was equiped with all the basic stuff. Very complete. We hope to go back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lemuel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Milca

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excelente localización, tranquilo y bueno para descansar Sin embargo la piscina necesita mayor mantenimiento y renovación
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lisa

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room needs to be renovated very run down
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria del

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025