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Property grounds
Property grounds
Beach
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Library room

1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor

Toilet

Second floor

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Third floor (master)

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets!

Welcome to our serene three-story villa, surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature and the gentle sway of palm trees in a lush tropical garden. This is home for my 11-year-old son and I, and we rent the property when we are out of town.

Whether you're traveling with family, friends, or on a solo retreat, this peaceful haven offers the perfect blend of comfort, safety, and Caribbean charm.

Unbeatable Location
Just a 3-minute walk to the nearest beach

1-minute walk to the community’s shared pool

4-minute walk to the public municipal beach

6-minute walk to the Embassy Suites beach, each with its own unique vibe worth exploring

Family-Friendly & Secure
Our gated community ensures children can roam freely and safely. The area is patrolled by friendly private security guards who are always available to assist with any questions or needs.

Local Flavor & Entertainment
On weekends, enjoy live tropical music at beachfront restaurants along the municipal beach—perfect for soaking in the local culture with a refreshing drink in hand.

Peaceful Comfort & Amenities
The villa offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere ideal for unwinding. Inside, you'll find all the essentials: coffee maker, hair dryer, microwave, blender, toaster oven, iron, and Bluetooth speaker.

Whether you're seeking a romantic escape, a family getaway, or a peaceful work-from-paradise retreat, our villa is your gateway to relaxation, adventure, and authentic Puerto Rican charm.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
Do not hang dry swimwear/towels/clothes on the porch. It is against condo rules and you may get fined.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 193496
Property # 246216
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Dorado

Located near the beach, this villa is in Higuillar, a neighborhood in Dorado. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Dorado Beach and Condado Beach. Villa Campestre and Guaynabo Performing Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Dorado, Dorado

What's nearby

  • Parish of Saint Anthony of Padua - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • DiVine Spa - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Golf Range - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Dorado Del Mar Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Port of San Juan - 30 min drive - 36.1 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Punto Plena - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Nolo's el Rey Del Mofongo - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Subway Dorado - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets!?

As of May 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets! on Jul 3, 2026 start from $162, including 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 Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets! located?

Located in Higuillar, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Parish of Saint Anthony of Padua, Dorado Del Mar Golf Course, and Balneario Manuel Morales. Costa Dorado Beach and Carribbean Cinemas Dorado are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayme R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing place. The community is so nice and peaceful and the pool is great. The local beach is small but a larger public beach is just a short drive away--we went to both. We would definitely stay again and had a great trio.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 27, 2026
Thank you Jayme! So glad you had such a great time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

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

Perfect for families

Perfect for a family of 4 (2 adults, 2 toddlers). Located in a safe, quiet neighborhood steps from the beach, it was truly what we needed to take a break from the grind. Héctor is very kind, very responsive and was a pleasure to work with. I'm looking forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you Daniel. I look forward to having you again in the future! Safe travels.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful place to spend a week, the area was beautiful and peaceful. People were respectful and friendly. The place itself was spacious and had all of the necessities whether you wanted to cook or clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis P.

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

Excellent stay

Very comfortable and cozy. Felt like home. Loved the easy access to beach and pool
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

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

Dorado vacation

Lovely property, as advertised. Hector was personable and engaging. I’d do business with him again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

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

Great place

Close to the beach. Gated community. Friendly neighbors. Good food
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J L.

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

Dorado

The kids enjoyed the local beach and pool, and the owner was friendly and responsive to our questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarai N.

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

Great stay and great host

This is our second time staying at Villas de Playa and it was perfect. It’s a great size and fit everyone comfortably (4 adults and a toddler). It’s so close to the beach and has a lovely yard that our toddler enjoys exploring every morning. We would absolutely stay there again in the future. Hector is a great host and remained in communication with us throughout. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keila M.

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

Family vacay

Property was spacious and clean. Hector always answered every question promptly. He was even called to make sure we made it in ok. Will definitely recommend it to others traveling and will definitely consider staying again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarai N.

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

Fantastic Family Visit to Dorado

We had a fantastic stay in Dorado. The property is exactly as described in the post. My husband and I were there with my mother and 3 year old. Everyone was very comfortable and there were so many spaces to enjoy. We were able to walk right up to the beach which was quiet and beautiful. The check-in process required a couple of steps, but everything was clearly communicated and we were able to get in pretty quickly. I highly recommend staying here, especially families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keila M.

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

Visiting family

Our goal was to spend time with the last living great grandparent. The location was perfect, reasonable distance to airport and to family. It was spacious enough to host a small dinner with family when their power went out. The rooms were spacious even though we didn’t need all of them. We just enjoyed our last visit to this same location we decided to use it again. This place never disappoints. I’ve already recommended it to friends for their future travel plans.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The directions that Hector provides are spot on and took us directly to the spot. We walked in and my first thought was how warm it was inside there, but the AC units really really kept every room VERY comfortable. The location to the beach is great, it is just a short walk through the gated community and then directly across the street. We spent a lot of time there and enjoyed the sunset each night. The unit had everything we needed to be comfortable from bedding, toiletries, cookware, a washer and dryer, and cleaning materials. We all enjoyed resting after our long days in San Juan on the back patio under the fan. It was so beautiful. The kids loved the hammock and swing chair especially. Dorado is the perfect location to be away from the busyness of San Juan yet close enough to spend the day there exploring. We felt very safe there with our 2 grown children and 1 minor daughter. We hope we will be able to come again one day. We would absolutely recommend staying here. Hector was very responsive to my texts and helped answer some of our questions about various possible tours. Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

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

Perfect for families with kids!

The property is in excellent condition. It has AC units in every room and common area, (2) parking spots and the neighborhood is safe and quiet. The check-in process was straightforward and Hector (Host) was very kind, courteous, and very fast to respond to the few questions we had. It's about a 3-minute drive to the nearest beach - which is across the street from the main entrance to the complex - and getting from the apartment to the swimming pool is probably about a 15-second walk. The area itself is quiet, safe, and centrally located. We had a grocery store that opens 24/7, a pharmacy, a gas station, many restaurants, an emergency care hospital, and a police station. Without traffic, it's about a 40-minute drive to the airport. Overall, I had a great experience and truly enjoyed my stay at Hector's apartment, will be looking to stay here next time I travel to Puerto Rico.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Archival

6/10 Okay

Gregori C.

The paradox of value lives in this Village

Value certainly is the best way to describe the Villa. It is comfortable, everything works in spite of age and worn out looks, can accommodate a lot of people and has many amenities within the complex and near by. If you are looking for a place to sleep with a large family and with everything included (A/C, microwave, stove, washer-dryer, TV and even a BBQ) look no further. If you are looking for luxury or a hint of it, this is not the place for you. Although equipped, the villa is showing its age and its utilitarian style is without any pretension of being something else. The Good: The villa has everything you may ask for except perhaps a large oven Pool, beach, food, bar and other amenities at walking distance. Beach is clean and average for PR. Plenty of restaurants near by Friendly neighbors will try their best to make your stay comfortable and show everything PR has to offer The not so bad, not so good: Every appliance is extremely dated except the fridge which sometimes makes you wonder if you will get electrocuted while operating Luxury, or pretention of it is not a raison d'etre for this property. It shows "this is for rental purposes and nothing else" all over the place Security Guards are sometimes annoying with many and often conflicting rules. i.e.: I have one guard that had the pretention that I will use the BBQ (coal) inside the house because it was not permitted to be used outside the property (fire code and smoking out of question) Two very long stairs to reach the top floor. This property is NOT for people with motor disabilities No A/C in all areas only in bedrooms. Auxiliary room in master bedroom also without A/C Ceiling fan in living room not working or if working unable to change speed Be ready to crank $30 for parking (not included) What you want to forget or to forgive: Some power plugs are loose and some corroded which makes a case for small kids and electricity chock fearsome adults Large oven in the stove was condemned Some cockroaches in the cabinets which were (by the way) nevertheless dirt TV works but DirecTV is something that you need to pre-pay and somehow make work Only one set of keys and one fob for the parking gate Owner's sister was only contact in PR and she was not very interested in our status or even the property status
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thanks for your comments, as they help us improve the quality of the property on a continuous basis. Since your stay, we have added new doors and an inverter a/c unit in the master bedroom. We are also working on replacing the plugs and upgrading the appliances. I am very surprised to hear you had to pay $30 for parking, as the parking fee is only $10 for up to 5 days and $15 for 6 days to a month (unless, however, you had 2 cars, which would make it $15 each.). I apologize for the inconveniences, and I am glad that overall you found the property to be a good value.
Verified

8/10 Good

Trish V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The community was great. Felt very safe. Very walkable. Great location, however was over an hour drive from the airport which was unexpected. Hector was the most responsive host ever. Highly recommend him. Property was much as expected. He warned us of steps (3 60 women) so we were prepared. Furniture could be updated. It’s not so comfortable, but then again, it is a vacation spot. Directions provided were spot on. Pool area was great, as was the beach which is basically across the street. Overall a very nice trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Rejean B.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

L! annonce ne corresponds pas à la réalité.

Cette maison nous a décue. Dans la fiche sur le site de VRBO les photos montrent un angle qui ne laisse pas supposé que nous habiterons dans une maison en rangée. Nous pensions, selon les photos ,vivre dans une maison détachée avec un terrain privé. Pour ce qui est de la propreté celle-ci est vraiment déficiente au niveau de l'entretien de la maison. Le garde manger dégage une odeur d'humidité et de vieux aliments pas agréable du tout. La cuisine avec ces vielles armoires, l'eau dans le bas de l'évier, le côté très vieux des installations. Oui toute la maison est vielle, sombre et devrait être mise au goût du jour. Et que dire de la propreté de la galerie un amoncellement d'objets pas rangée et le barbecue sur celle-ci i n u t i l s a b l e tellement il est sale. Incroyable ! et idem dans une moindre mesure pour la laveuse-sécheuse. Aussi ouf! les oreillers dans le chambre du 2ième a jetter tellement elles sont vielles. Pour la lumière dans les chambres il y a beaucoup ..sauf que dans celle du 2ième il n'y a pas de toiles obscursistantes, et les pigeons font un bruit d'enfer la nuit..Hélas ma note est failble en raisons de plusieurs irritants. Positivement, nous avons aimé la piscine, le patio, la divison de la maison. L'annonce nous montrait une image très bien de cette maison et la réalité n'est pas celle-la, nous trouvons que le prix demandé est exagéeré.Nous demandons un remboursement partiel au propriétaire et à VRBO conjointement dans les 15 jours.
Stayed 22 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 23, 2025
Dear Rejean, I am very sorry to hear the property did not live up to your expectations. I try very hard to satisfy guest's requests, as I did when you asked to fix the bathroom sink and I promptly sent in someone to take care of the problem. I am surprised to find out you were having issues with so many other things. As you will see from the reviews of previous guests, the overwhelming majority have been very satisfied with the value of the property. I am sorry that was not your case. Receive my sincere apologies for any inconveniences you might have experienced.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

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

Cómoda y tranquila propiedad

¡Muy cómodo la propiedad, la comunicación con Héctor excelente!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

San Juan

We had great stay loccation was pretty good close ti everything beaches and restaurants. Would stay again and recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Week in Dorado

It was the perfect property for my wife, in-laws and I. We love to visit places and have the convenience of cooking our own meals and this was perfect. Playing dominoes on the porch in the evenings made it extra special. The beach is a very short walk and very pleasant. We'd recommend this property to any family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

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

great location

Loved the pool! and the back porch was beautiful. Very comfortable space, AC worked great. Wonderful communication with Hector for any questions and issues. Glad we were able to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melbin B.

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

SPECTACULAR

the Villa and the view were great. Great security, we felt save all the time. Mr. Hector Cruz is a good host, and provided us with all our needs. I will recommend his villa to whoever needs a vacation in Puerto Rico.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Great place

Hector was awesome and easy to work with throughout the process. I look forward to using his services again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

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

Great Experience

This location was great to us. We had everything we needed at our disposal. The owner was extremely detailed at how to enter the facility and everything required. The only negative is that we couldn’t find the gate beeper to enter the gated area, but the light post light was out and we couldn’t see it. There was also a misunderstanding with security and in one phone call, the owner took care of it right away. The beach across the street is gorgeous! It was really nice to see all of the families enjoying the day and the kids jumping off the pier. The water was so clear and warm, the sun was so good to us! The locals/neighbors were so nice and friendly. Everything was near by, gas, pharmacy, restaurants, supermarket, etc. Old San Juan is only 25 minutes away!! Parking, pool, beach, back/front patio area, washer, dryer, towels… I could go on and on. We are planning a return trip and this is where we will stay! Thank you for everything Hector!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo V.

Excellent place for a weekend vacation

Excellent place, close to beach and local restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Archival

8/10 Good

Clara T.

It is a very spacious comfortable place.

The listing description is very accurate, it accommodated 3 families with plenty of room to spare. The property is a bit outdated and it was not as clean as I expected, but once I cleaned the bathrooms and the kitchen to my liking I was pleased. The owner is great at answering all your questions before booking. His sister is the POC once you arrive and she is an absolute jewel, she is incredibly helpful and very customer service oriented. I would definitely recommend this property to others and will be willing to book it in the future. I would have given them 5 stars except for the fact that the key issue is very annoying. There is only one set of keys and one control for the gates, we had 3 rental cars and one of us was always inconvenience having to let the other ones in. The good thing is that since the beach is so close, the walk to let others in was not so bad. The property is within 5 minutes to supermarkets and places to eat. Katrina's and D' Angelos restaurants have awesome seafood. Service at D Angelos is way better than Katrina's. Every thing is close by, we spent one day in El Yunque, another day we took the ferry from Catano and went to old San Juan to name a few. I want to thank the owners for allowing us to use their property we had a terrific time!!!
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Dear Clara, Thanks for your kind words. I apologize for any inconvenience. Regarding the key issue, we used to hand two keys to the guests, but unfortunately one of them lost the second one and since we have been trying to get the administration to give us another one. Hopefully next time you stay it won't be a problem. Glad you enjoyed your stay!

About the host

Hosted by Hector Cruz

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I am an international education professional. This property is my getaway hangout whenever I want to have some down time. My favorite things to do here are reading in the hammock hanging in the balcony, cooking barbecues, and -amidst guitar music- enjoying drinks with family and friends.

Why they chose this property

Several reasons led me to buy this property. The town of Dorado is considered by most Puerto Ricans as one of the prettiest, cleanest, and most well-kept in the island. For that same reason it is home to many of finest hotels and golf courses in the island. In a addition it is only a short 30 minute drive to San Juan, making it very accessible to amenities in the capital. Safety was another major concern, and in that regard, the community is hard to top. Lastly, the peace and quiet that characterizes the environment makes it ideal for getting away from everything.

What makes this property unique

One of the best features of this location is how close it is to almost anything you might want or need. Forgot one ingredient for the recipe you were cooking? Feel like renting a movie and staying in tonight? Want to dine out? Want to go shopping? All of this and more is only 5 min away by car.

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English, Spanish, Portuguese

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