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Dunama Ocean View Hotel

3.0 star property

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Swim up | View from room
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Lobby
View from property
Restaurant

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$180
$159 nightly
$180 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21

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Flamingo Beach Road Flamingo del super, Masai 200 North, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50304
  • Place, Potrero Bay
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamingo Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Potrero
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Liberia (LIR-Daniel Oduber Intl.)

Room options

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Swim up | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Swim up

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Terrace Sea View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Terrace Sea View

  • 320 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Ocean View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Ocean View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Swim up Family | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Swim up Family

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Garden Family | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden Family

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace Family Sea View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Terrace Family Sea View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Family Ocean View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Family Ocean View

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Garden View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Family Garden View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Family Garden View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Sea View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 322 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Family Sea View | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Family Sea View

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Apartment | Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Cabo Velas

When you stay at Dunama Ocean View Hotel in Cabo Velas, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Flamingo Beach and Playa Potrero. .This beach hotel is 14.2 mi (22.8 km) from Tamarindo Beach and 18.9 mi (30.4 km) from Coco Beach.

What's nearby

  • Potrero Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Flamingo Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playa Potrero - 7 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Conchal Beach - 19 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Tamarindo Beach - 49 min drive - 14.8 miles

Getting around

  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Pleamar - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Bar & Restaurante Arenas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪License to Chill Pool Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪OCEANA - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Dunama Ocean View Hotel

Beachside hotel to enjoy outdoor pool and sand beach
Dunama Ocean View Hotel offers 47 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and complimentary toiletries. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 47 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.
Dunama Ocean View Hotel has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 buildings
  • 6 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1996
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 44 lbs per pet
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Dunama Ocean View Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 652 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 175 out of 652 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 652 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 652 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 74 out of 652 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

CATALINA

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
What other reviews said is true. Pool has mold all over wall and corners. The hot tub is even worst. Room towels stained, spring box of the bed with blood stain. Shower did not work 3 drops of water, . It is true. Wifi work well for me during my stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were great. Beautiful resort, great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We arrived at night and it was a little confusing to find the hotel. There are no signs pointing to the hotel and it’s hidden from the road. I love that security was always at the gate and was very vigilant. We went late September and it was nice having most of the hotel to ourselves. Service was great!! The wait staff was too notch. Very accommodating and attentive. They were a good time. The pool was nice. Lounge chairs and full service. The swim up bar could use some TLC but still got the job done. There is an amazing gazebo over look the ocean and beaches. Breath taking views from the restaurant, balcony, and pool. The food was delicious. Cooked to order breakfast. I also had a shrimp cocktail that was to die for. Drinks were amazing as well. Fresh frozen fruit was used in my pina colodas and strawberry daiquiris. Yuuummm. My husband and I got a couples massage and loved it. The tables were close to the ocean so the waves crashing added a nice touch. Very clean. The mopped our room everyday and it always smelled and looked great after room service. My only negative comments would be the bed was very stiff and the shower wasn’t great.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night at the Dunama, but would definitely return. The setting is absolutely breathtaking!! The staff was amazing, specially the bartender Dillon. Only complaint is the cleanliness. Certain areas need a good deep clean and new linens/towels.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Karolayn

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
The room smelled a little damp. The bathroom was slimy. The pool was moldy. The breakfast was a very small portion, but it tasted good. My family and I were informed by the staff that it was only one drink per person and no refill… My room didn't have a hairdryer. The facilities were very nice with mageatic view. The hotel very well located, and had a very nice and private beach access. The grass could have been better maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The service at Dunama hotel was spectacular the view is breath taking and the private beach is absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Yassine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dinora

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, Excellent staff, customer service. Only downsize was the property need be updated.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxfield

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff were friendly and helpful. Roads nearby were very usable even though it was the wet season. There is a very nice black sand beach a short walk from the hotel (though the stairs a bit treacherous).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Yorvieth

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Please do NOT stay at this place, does not look like the photos at all. Pillows were yellow, the first room was so dirty, they moved us to a different one that smelled like bleach but was in terrible conditions as well. 🚩 signs all over the property “no refunds” Also Expedia was not helpful at all.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I thought the people were absoluetley amazing. They could use to get new linens they had seen better days. The food was wonderful. All in all we are all glad we stayed there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Perla

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Todo muy lindo excelente 👌
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Carlos

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The view is beautiful nice and quiet hotel with action around. Staff is great also
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

All of the staff were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

martha

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel needs cleaning. The pool needs deep cleaning, there is green algae in the pool. The garden room’s view it is the view of dry grass and dirt. The garden view rooms are four floors down and there is not elevator. There were dry leaves on the stairs and hallways. The beach is far from the hotel. There are many steps to climb.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos, Miami

Hotel is OK. Pool was a little dirty. Breakfast is small but tasty.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie, Grants Pass

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025