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Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado!

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Cook in this beautiful kitchen while looking at the ocean a few steps away!
Private kitchen
Interior
Private kitchen
Granite kitchen island with a 18 bottles wine fridge for your enjoyment.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Dorado
  • Dorado Del Mar Golf Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Balneario Manuel Morales
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dorado Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom one

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom two

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor bathroom

Toilet

MASTER ROOM

Toilet · Shower only

Second Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado!

Wake up every day to a blue beachfront view at Villa Alma Marina (VAM). Our beautiful childhood home was fully remodeled and completed in January 2020 after being impacted by Hurricane Maria back in 2017, and it is kept updated to provide the best experience to our guests. Every area of our home has been strategically designed and carefully equipped with the highest quality products and decorations from local diverse artists from around the world. Once you arrive at Villa Alma Marina you will experience why our home was voted as the most beautiful villa in the neighborhood!

We care about our guests!
As part of your experience, we have available board games, beach-ware equipment, sports balls, a hammock with beach views, an AC unit in every room, and local consumer products available to our guests to make your vacation an amazing one. Please let us know so we can guide you to the right entertainment. Also, our unique location is a minute's walk to various swimming beaches for your family and/or friends' enjoyment.

Alma Marina, which means “ocean soul” stands by its own name. It transmits the peace, breezy, and connection of nature that the beautiful ocean water from the north of Puerto Rico provides.

Where you will be staying?
VAM is a three-level townhouse with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. You’ll be amazed by the well-thought amenities and beautiful details that our home provides from local artists and women-owned businesses.

Villa Alma Marina can host 7 people comfortably between 2 queen beds and 1 full and a twin bed size bunk bed. Includes Internet wireless, A/C unit in every room, TV with Netflix and movies, beach items such as seats, cooler, and towels, a stainless steel BBQ, a hammock facing the ocean view, and board games for entertainment. There’s a community pool, and a park for kids to play inside the premises. Keeping the property, families, and guests safe from harm, there is an outdoor home security camera and security personnel available 24/7.

Staying at the Villa Alma Marina will give you the amazing five- stars experience that you look for when traveling to a vacation destination.

Thank you for your interest and we look forward to hosting you!

Property manager

Janelle
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Safety- avoid running inside the house & on stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking around the premises.
Coasters and placemats should be used at all times. NO PARTIES
Do not bring food, drinks or sweets to the bedrooms or the sofa.
AC units & lights must be OFF when a room is not in use.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 204256

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dorado

Located on the beach, this villa is in Higuillar, a neighbourhood in Dorado. Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorado Beach and Escambron Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ruben Rodriguez Coliseum or Sixto Escobar Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Dorado

What's nearby

  • Dorado Del Mar Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Costa Dorado Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balneario Manuel Morales - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dorado Beach - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Reserva Natural Playa Grande - El Paraiso - 9 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Orient House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vagón - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful and cozy Beachfront Villa, in Dorado! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Higuillar villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Carribbean Cinemas Dorado, Dorado Beach and Costa Dorado Beach. Balneario Manuel Morales and Ojo del Buey are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach front Oasis's

We had a wonderful time! Everything we needed was there, coolers, beach towels, beach chair, etc. very cozy and comfortable! We loved the patio and the pool!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Great location. Really liked the beach and nearby restaurants!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

lolita W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Celebrating a birthday at the property . The place was nice and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rocky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in Puerto Rico

Hosts were super helpful and check in process was easy. Location was great and home was as advertised in pictures. A lot of nice touches around the holidays with Christmas decorations.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach love!

This condo is across the street from the beach. The condo itself is very nicely updated. It worked for us. Easy check in & out.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

This place was just what we needed.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place close to the beach

great place close to the beach. Property was clean and check in was relatively easy. we would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Our stay was great! The rooms are well decorated, clean, spacious and comfy. Nice area and right across from the beach. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach access

Property had great beach access and excellent communication about the area and local restaurants/grocery stores.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely condo in close proximity to beaches and Old San Juan

The condo is beautiful and comfortable. The location is ticked away inside a gated community with easy drives to beaches and Old San Juan. Also a good location to make day trips to the West of the island. We enjoyed all of PR!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

kristin b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Family Vacation

We truly enjoyed our time at Alma Marina. It was clean, beautifully decorated and well equipped. Wifi and air conditioning worked great. The property manager was very responsive. We appreciated all of the great suggestions for restaurants and activities!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great times in Dorado!

Beautiful place, easy access to the beach, everything we needed and more. I’m was raised in Dorado so this made it easy for my family to be close. Thank you
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

FRANCISCA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, pretty well maintained property

Nice place to stay with everything at your reach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raymond B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coronado Trip

Very nice property and well appointed. Very clean with anything you would need for cooking at home. Across the street from the beach and many great restaurants close by.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home

Excellent remodeled home with the the beach a few steps away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing trip to Puerto Rico!

Our trip was amazing! It is our third and best trip to Puerto Rico! The condo was great in everything: layout, quality, price, location to town and to the beach. Inaru is a great manager!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for spring break

The property was perfect for a spring break getaway with our kids. The house was very clean and comfortable. The location is great- within walking distance of the beach, a pool, a playground, and a variety of restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean they were property manager was very accommodating!!

Villa was very clean and check in was a breeze. Good restaurants in walking distance. Enjoyed very much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A complete gem

This location was super cute and convenient. I loved the thought put into the apartment. Thank goodness for the air conditioning. The location was a little hard to find but the gist was available to assist me when needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at Villa Alma Marina

We stayed for a week. The property was wonderful- clean, quiet and very well stocked. We liked the pool and having access to the great beaches. Inarú couldn’t have been more helpful- she always got right back to us and answered all questions no matter how silly! Thanks for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnssi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best place by far.

I loved the location in a beautiful gated community. The house was clean and the rooms was perfected for my family. WiFi, and the pool was awesome the kids loved it. Across the street from the beach, close to the supermarket and shopping area. Beautiful restaurants and fast food spots. A Walgreens 5 minutes away just in case. And what can I tell you about the owner Janelle and the host Inaru, they respond to your phone calls and texts as fast. It your planning a family trip this is the place to go. I will return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving getaway

Excellent stay! Walking distance to the beach. Calm neighborhood. Many ammenities. Narrow stairs ti the second and third floor, whichnwas no problem for us, but could be an issue with older guests or those with mobility difficulties. Very clean and comfortable. Totally recommend it and will probably book again. Super easy check in and out process and very good communication with property manager.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alla C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home away from home!

It is an excellent Villa with amazing location - 2 min walking to the beach, 5 min away from restaurants, grocery stores, cvs,etc. The host went above and beyond to ensure you would feel welcomed and at home. Small thoughtful touches include kitchen sticker with dressings, coffee, teas, water; bathrooms had toothpaste and cotton pads. So many great recommendations on restaurants and activities. Highly recommend staying at the Villa and enjoying the art work there. Many works are from local artists.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay!

We had such a good time hanging out on the porch and spent a great deal of time sight-seeing and enjoying our family vacation. So, we were really only in the town house to sleep and during beach time. We are a family of 7 with 4 Daughters and a Son ranging in age from 10-21 yrs olds. Everyone was super comfortable in the beds and air conditioning worked great throughout the home. There are a good amount of stairs but I loved the needed exercise. Inarú, was very responsive always and made sure we had what we needed. It was a great time and we will definitely stay again and recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful stay

Our stay for 2 weeks at Villa Alma Marina were exactly as described, and pretty much in line with many of the previous comments from past guests. Janelle was an outstanding host, providing us all that we needed for a super vacation. For our family, the villa was well located. You could choose the well maintained pool, or take a long stroll on the local beach. I loved that we were not that far from old San Juan and the airport. (35-40 minutes) The villa had all that we needed, and plenty of space for a very relaxing vacation. Restaurants, the supermarket and other stores are a quick drive, with lots of choice. We chose local cuisine, and there are plenty of options. Overall, as stated, a wonderful stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Janelle

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Alma Marina is my beautiful childhood home where I was lucky to build amazing memories throughout my life. After Hurricane Maria impacted our home by destroying what it was once our home, I took this opportunity to fully re-build and remodel it with state of the art design for everyone's' enjoyment. This house was customized to honor my mom Alma. As a civil engineer specialized in hydraulic hydrology, who was so passionate about the ocean and the river, I named this unique home- Villa Alma Marina (soul of the ocean).
Everything in this home has been carefully selected with much love, effort, and with the best quality items that you will hardly find in other of these short-term rentals.

I look forward to hosting amazing guests, and we hope that you have an amazing experience of staying at our home.

Why they chose this property

It is the most beautiful Villa in the area with high-end details, where you will have a great experience.

What makes this property unique

- LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! A minute walk to a swimming beach, and beachfront view.
- It has a bbq and a hammock with a beach view.
- Wine chiller in the kitchen, and wine available for a fee for our guests’ convenience.
- Entertainment/board games
- Eco-friendly house with organic seasoning, tea, essentials, and bedsheets.
-High-end appliances
-AC in every bedroom and a ceiling fans
-Great and safe neighborhood.
- High-end bathrooms with rain shower.
- Sparkling clean.
- Playground close by

Languages:

English, Spanish

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