Take advantage of a casino, a poolside bar and a coffee shop/cafe at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar. For those looking to try their luck, this hotel boasts 175 slot machines, a sports book and 7 casino gaming tables. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/games room.
Located in Higuillar, a neighbourhood in Dorado, Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar is in the entertainment district and on the beach. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Dorado Beach and Escambron Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Finca Pastoreo and Villa Campestre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and skydiving. Visit our Dorado travel guide
202 Dorado Del Mar Blvd, Dorado, San Juan, 00646
What's nearby
Balneario Manuel Morales
5 min drive - 1.5 km
Dorado Del Mar Golf Course
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Costa Dorado Beach
1 min walk - 0.2 km
Predator Gaming Center
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Ojo del Buey
6 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
2 min drive
Church's Chicken
20 min walk
Don Tako
3 min drive
Katrina Rest. Sea Food
4 min drive
Limo Viejo
3 min drive
About this property
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar
Family-friendly hotel near Dorado Beach
You can look forward to a casino, a poolside bar and a coffee shop/cafe at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar. Hit the jackpot at this hotel with amenities such as 175 slot machines, a sports book and 7 casino gaming tables. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and an arcade/games room.
Other perks include:
An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Self-parking (surcharge), express check-out and 6 outdoor pickleball courts
Smoke-free property, a 24-hour front desk and a lift
Beach towels, golf clubs on-site and outdoor furniture
Guest reviews give top marks for the family-friendly amenities, beach locale and pool
Room features
All 116 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guests reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Uncovered parking on site (USD 16 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site self parking
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
Hot tub
Outdoor pool
Pro golf shop
Sportsbook
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Children's pool
In-room microwave
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
24-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
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3 buildings
8 floors
Built in 2001
Smoking not allowed
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
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
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
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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Frequently asked questions
Does Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 7 AM to 9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar?
As of 21 Sep 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar on 20 Oct 2026 start from 3.158.793 ₫, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar?
Self-parking is available for USD 16.00 per night.
What time is check-in at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar?
Checkout is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar located?
Located in Higuillar, this beachfront hotel is in the entertainment district, just steps away from Dorado Del Mar Golf Course and Costa Dorado Beach. Ojo del Buey and Balneario Manuel Morales are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar Reviews
7.8
Good
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Aquarius was descent.The staff were very pleasant n helpful..The hotel lobby is very updated.i just feel like the rooms could use a little more updating..I had a beautiful beach n pool view..I wished there were more stuff to do like tours n stuff...But my stay was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Pasquale
31 Aug 2026
Liked: Amenities
Overall it was a great bang for the buck. Use of embassy suites amenities made it worth booking with Aquarius. The rooms need some updating and/or renovation, and the appliances as well (my room had a broken dryer), however they have everything you need and are very spacious. I would stay here again for economic savings and because the use of amenities. There’s a lot to suggest to make it better but my family and I had a great time here so I give them grace.
Loved the private beach. Poolside bar was nice (good food and drinks). The pool itself was pretty cloudy water, so we mostly stuck to the ocean. It seems like they're doing quite a bit of remodeling to the rooms which were already pretty nice and quite spacious. The hallways don't smell great, but whatever.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Brian
22 Aug 2026
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Waited in the checkin line for 1:45 on a Friday evening (only one person working the desk, with a line going almost outside). With a hungry and tired wife and baby that set the stay off to a very poor start. It was ok after that. Most of the staff were nice, and the rooms are a great size and setup with their own kitchens and living rooms apart from the bedroom. Decent pool and ok beach.
You walk in andthe hotel lobby is very nice. You get on the elevator and you go to your floor and it’s a different story. The hotel is not very well well-maintained. They need to redo their carpet. The pool and the beach access was very convenient. A family would have a good time using the amenities at this hotel, but lower your expectations for the hotel room.
We had a great time with our grandkids. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Just a few downers. If the reservation is for a 1 bedroom and 4 guests, there should be pillows and sheets for all. Also towels. The rooms need a little tender loving care. Maybe new furniture, the beds are hard. Some of us are working all year and on our free time want to rest, but those beds are a little hard. The air was not working good. Besides that it's a nice place
The property needs quite a bit of TLC and updating. The hallway and room carpets were very old and had a noticeable musty odor. Overall, the property has potential, but significant updates and improvements are needed. Worse bedroom pillows as well!
On the positive side, the pool was nice, and the hotel was conveniently located near several restaurants.
We arrived and discovered that each of the full size beds sunk in the middle. We informed the staff and they were able to change us to another room. They did some repairs but my wife and I could not sleep in the same bed the whole week due to this issue. Great location and great potential but needs some work
So the room was great , peaceful not noisy at all. The first impression is that more staff is needed in the front. The poor man needs a bonus ($) or something. He handled check ins for hours and the line was to the door. He did it all solo! Our family loved the d
Stay over all.
Our only complaint is that there were no beach towels available the first night and we had to go all the way back to the same front desk young man to request for towels as well. I was also charged double by hotel and my expedia. That double charging cost Is a total inconvenience. Now we are back in the States trying to reach them and no response! I've been calling Aquarius all day to rectify and no one answers (probably because they've got one staff member doing it all).
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Yesenia C
12 Sep 2026
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I’ll start out by saying that the hotel itself is in a nice location. They literally share the space with the embassy suites (same pools). However, the service is completely different. I really don’t care about the physical room because I was there for the pool and beach, both were nice. On our first day we arrived around 5pm for check in and wanted to enjoy the pool, we asked for towels and supposedly they were in the dryer. We returned at 7pm and the concierge (male), said they didn’t have any, to come back tomorrow. He was smirking as he said it. Why not tell us to use the room towels for now, and replace them? The next morning we were able to get them. The towels themselves were paper thin and tiny in comparison to the adjacent hotel. The garbage from the room was not thrown out for two days (our stay). Rooms were not cleaned, no new towels, we would see the cleaners in the hallways socializing, but rooms were not touched. Now, I’ve been trying to get my deposit ($150) 11 business days later and there is no way of contacting them. Sadly, I really liked the location and even thought of recommending them to family since we have family in the area, but they’ve acted too messy and I wouldn’t want anyone to deal with that.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Irene
27 Jul 2026
Disliked: Staff & service
From reading the reviews I knew it was older hotel. I read about the staff and that was true. One person in particular always seem rude and like we were annoying him just with our presence. There was two roaches in our room. We also kept asking for toilet paper for a family of 4 we were given 2 rolls the second one we had to ask. There was no room service and had to wash our own towels. We had a suite so we were able to do that. My kids slept on the sofa bed and I also had to ask for blankets and pillows to set it up. Which is fine but usually those are already provided in the room. We pretty much had to ask for everything and it took them a while to get it for us. The pool is big and the time we did spend at the hotel we enjoyed the pool. The beach area is small. We didn’t plant to spend time in our hotel because we did a lot of exploring the island but we will never stay at this hotel again. I do not recommend this hotel at all.
The beds were HORRENDOUS and the carpeting was filthy, in the room as well as the hall. The bed was the least comfortable bed I have ever stayed in. Despite there being 3 people on the reservation, we got 2 pillows, and 2 towels and absolutely zero bedding for the sofa bed which is the only place a third person could sleep. It took me asking 4 times to finally get extra towels ( for a 6 night stay) and a pillow for my daughter. The pillows are also horrible. The housekeeping staff was extremely helpful when they would come by the room but were extremely rude when they assumed I didn’t speak Spanish and couldn’t understand them at the front desk. I am only giving this place 2 stars because of the pool, where we spent 70% of the time at the hotel. The pool is awesome. While you have to pay for parking, the machine works when it wants to, we had to get new parking passes on 4 different occasions because it wouldn’t scan our cards. They say there is someone at the desk 24 hours, and we even asked because we had an extremely early check out due to a 5am flight. Low and behold, no one was there and you have to check out because you have to return towel and beach access cards that carry heavy fees if you don’t. All in all, I wouldn’t stay again or recommend.
Our stay was disappointing, primarily due to poor housekeeping and unhelpful front desk service. Our room was only serviced once after we requested it on day two, and even then, only the bed sheets were changed. Towels, toiletries, trash removal, and vacuuming were not provided. On day three, we again requested these items from the front desk, but despite assurances that everything would be taken care of, nothing was done. Our friends in room 2567 received no housekeeping service at all during their stay.
The elevators were also out of service for part of one day, with no signs posted. When we asked the front desk about it, we received a rude response and were simply told to use the stairs.
The resort and room also appeared dated and poorly maintained. There was heavy condensation on the sliding doors, chipped paint—especially in the bathroom—significant calcium buildup on the faucets, and difficult-to-operate window shades. The shade handle broke the first night, forcing us to use a chair to keep the curtain closed at night. Most of the staff were friendly, with the exception of one male front desk employee. I do not know his name because he was easily identifiable as the tall man who wears glasses. He was consistently unfriendly and dismissive, including when I asked why housekeeping had not serviced my room. His rude response and unprofessionalism were especially disappointing for someone working the front desk… the first point of contact for the hotel to its guests.
Unfortunately, this stay was extremely disappointing from the moment we arrived. Check-in took approximately 1.5 hours, and after traveling with children, the last thing we expected was such a long and disorganized process. We were not given wristbands or properly informed about parking procedures. Later, when we couldn’t exit the parking area, we discovered the front desk had never validated our parking or explained that it needed to be done.
The property itself is very outdated and does not look or feel like what we expected based on the listing. Our room and bathroom were not as clean as they should have been, and the overall condition of the hotel needs serious attention. The elevator was also concerning and added to the uncomfortable experience.
Getting basic necessities was unnecessarily difficult. We had issues obtaining clean towels and were told about a towel-exchange policy that was extremely inconvenient for a family staying several days.
The customer service was another major disappointment. Instead of feeling welcomed or helped when we had questions or problems, we often felt like we were inconveniencing the staff. For a family vacation, these repeated issues really affected our experience.
Puerto Rico was amazing and we had a wonderful time exploring the island, but unfortunately, this property was easily the most disappointing part of our trip. I would not stay here again unless significant improvements are made to the cleanliness, maintenance, organization