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

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3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen

Explore the area

Dorado, Dorado

Dorado Del Mar Golf Course
‪3 min drive‬
Reserva Natural Playa Grande - El Paraiso
‪6 min drive‬
Dorado Beach
‪6 min drive‬
San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
‪32 min drive‬

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!

The villa has three stories. It is surrounded by the sounds of nature and has a beautiful view of a tropical garden with palm trees swayed by a refreshing ocean breeze.

For families with children the garden is particularly convenient, as the community is gated, and children can be left to wander safely.

The villa is only 3 minutes away, by foot, from the nearest beach and a 1-minute walk from the community´s shared pool. There are two more beaches: the public municipal beach (4 min. walk) and that of the Embassy Suites Hotel (6 min. walk). Each one is unique in its own way and deserving a visit.

The place is quiet and peaceful. Truly, an excellent location to relax. The area is very safe and has constant vigilance from private security guards who are always doing the rounds and helpful with questions and needs that might arise.

In the municipal beach, there are beachfront restaurants where visitors can usually enjoy tropical music concerts on the weekends.

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Property manager

Hector Cruz

Premier Host

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 1:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children welcome

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed

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

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 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 that there is no smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 193496

About the area

Dorado

Located near 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 Condado Beach. Museo de Vida Silvestre and Pablo Casals Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

Dorado, Dorado

What's nearby

Dorado Del Mar Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Balneario Manuel Morales - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Reserva Natural Playa Grande - El Paraiso - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
Dorado Beach - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
Port of San Juan - 30 min drive - 36.4 km

Getting around

San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
‪Grappa - ‬12 min walk
‪Nolo's el Rey Del Mofongo - ‬5 min walk
‪Pizza Hut - ‬13 min walk
‪El Ladrillo - ‬7 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.

Is Beautiful and by the Beach - as Affordable as it Gets! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

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

Located in Higuillar, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dorado Del Mar Golf Course, Balneario Manuel Morales and Costa Dorado Beach. Carribbean Cinemas Dorado and Ojo del Buey are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

19 May, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Kim

4 Apr, 2025

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

8/10 Good

Kevin C.

9 Mar, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Luis P.

19 Aug, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarai N.

3 Apr, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

J L.

14 Aug, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Keila M.

7 Jun, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Keila M.

5 Feb, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarai N.

15 Jun, 2023

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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel F.

5 Jan, 2024

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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Gregori C., Calgary, Canada

11 Mar, 2014

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

6/10 Okay

Rejean B.

11 Feb, 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

2 Jul, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

14 Apr, 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

John R., Boothwyn

14 Dec, 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

9 Nov, 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Ian S.

23 Aug, 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Melbin B.

16 Aug, 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

David A.

25 Apr, 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose C., Lynn, USA

2 Feb, 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo V., SAN JUAN

22 Apr, 2019

Excellent place for a weekend vacation

Excellent place, close to beach and local restaurants.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Clara T.

22 Aug, 2015

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!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

18 Jun, 2014

A place to relax

My wife and I came here to relax. We had the beach only 3 minutes away walking. This is the perfect location to have a romantic get away or bring the family. With enough space for everyone's to sleep and with quiet neighbors you will feel at peace. The area is very secure and gated. You are only 30 minutes from San Juan and all the wonderful things it has. Going to other areas of the island is easy to with a great highway system that is very close to the house. I recommend this location to anyone going to Puerto Rico. Price is excellent too.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tatiana O.

14 Apr, 2014

The Perfect Vacation Villa!

Recommended for both friends and families looking for a great vacation. Everything you can ask for in a vacation home, spacious and comfty. The owner's were very friendly and very helpful which defintely makes your vacation less stressful. The pool and beach are both at walking distance and very clean. Once exiting the community the super market, fast food restaurants and walgreens are around the corner.If your looking for a luxury home than this is not a place for you but if your looking to relax be comfortable, and feel at home, look no further!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Rafael R.

2 Apr, 2014

Dorado Villa just right!

We just arrived from our vacation in Puerto Rico and we had a wondeful time. We chose this villa for it's location, size and price. The owner, Hector, is very nice and easy to work with. The villa was comfortable for the three families that shared it and had all what is needed for a week long vacation or longer. It is in a gated community so you will need a fob to open the gate. This you will receive from the owner's sister once to arrive on the island. After the initial gate, the villa itself is in another gated area that needs the same fob to open. It only a 2-3 minute walk to the beach and the pool is close also. The decor is simple but inviting and all the rooms were clean and comfortable. It is located in Dorado and is convenient to many interesting locations. San Juan is only about 30 minutes away which made it easy for us to get to the beach in Carolina and Pinones which is right down the street. Route 22 is nearby so you can go East or West with ease in case you wanted to visit Cueva Ventana, Cueva del Indio and the Observatory which are all near Arecibo, The beautiful beaches of Manati are also easy to get to. On the main road that takes you the entrance to the villas and to the Embassy Suites you'll find things we are used to in the states: Burger King, McDonolads, Payless, Starbucks, CVS, Walgreens and other stores in case you needed to purchase something. The only one regret that I have is that I could not stay longer.

About the host

Hosted by Hector Cruz

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.