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Dunama Hotel

3.0 star property
Beachfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Flamingo Beach

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On the beach, beach towels
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Restaurant
Aerial view

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good
Oceanfront serenity awaits at Dunama Hotel & Casino. Enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast, relax by the outdoor pool, or bask in the sun on the garden's tranquil grounds. With helpful staff and concierge services, your stay will be nothing short of unforgettable.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is CA $201
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
May 14 - May 15

Room options

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Standard Apartment

Standard Apartment

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Terrace Family Sea View

Terrace Family Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Family Ocean View

Balcony Family Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Family Garden View

Balcony Family Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Sea View

Balcony Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Ocean view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Swim up Family

Swim up Family

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Balcony Ocean View

Balcony Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony Family Sea View

Balcony Family Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace Sea View

Terrace Sea View

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
  • Sea view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Garden

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Swim up

Swim up

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Garden Family

Garden Family

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable channels
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
Outdoor dining

Casas del Toro Playa Flamingo

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 74 reviews
The price is CA $123
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
May 15 - May 16
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About the area

Map
Flamingo Beach Road Flamingo del super, Masai 200 North, Cabo Velas, Guanacaste, 50304

What's nearby

  • Flamingo Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Playa Potrero - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Playa Brasilito - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Penca Beach - 14 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Conchal Beach - 52 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 34 min drive
  • Daniel Oduber Intl. Airport (LIR) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coco Loco Bar & Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Amigos Tacos y Beer - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Gracia - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Soda Marcell - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Dunama Hotel

At Dunama Hotel, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Flamingo Beach and Playa Potrero. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights include a poolside bar, a children's pool, and a terrace. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 47 rooms
    • Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, up to 44 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
    • Pets must be supervised
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free secured onsite self parking
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Water dispenser

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1996
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • An outdoor pool
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Water dispenser
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International

Also known as

El Sabanero Beach
Paradise Flamingo Beach Hotel
El Sabanero Beach Hotel Playa Flamingo
El Sabanero Beach Playa Flamingo
Paradise Flamingo Beach
Paradise Dream Hotel Playa Flamingo
Paradise Dream Hotel
Paradise Dream Playa Flamingo
Dunama Hotel Hotel
Dunama Hotel Casino
Dunama Hotel Cabo Velas
Dunama Hotel Hotel Cabo Velas
Paradise Flamingo Beach Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Dunama Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Dunama Hotel?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 44 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 20 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Dunama Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dunama Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Dunama Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but El Coco Casino (9.8 mi) is nearby.

What is there to do at Dunama Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as hiking and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dunama Hotel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Dunama Hotel like?

Dunama Hotel is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Potrero Bay and 6 minutes' walk from Flamingo Beach.

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Reviews

7.2

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
View
Location
Restaurant
Beach
Breakfast
Private beach
Bed
Food

Reviews

4/10 Fair

Carlos, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

All of the staff were very friendly!
Kevin, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

lisa, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Allergic to this dirty room

The room is so humid ans dusty, got rinitis after 20 minutes in the room
Francisco Jose, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Richard, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Edna, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

The staff were amazing definitely the best part, the hotel was lovely with a great view. However, when I booked it, it was advertised as hotel and casino with tours and massages. There was no casino, unable to get a tour through the hotel and never saw anything about massages while I was there.
Tina Marie, 13-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

The photos and reviews are deceiving. The property unfortunately is run down, the pool was dirty, the bed sheets were worn down and the rooms had a weird smell. The only good thing going for them was the staff who are extremely helpful.
pritesh, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Catfished!!! Pictures are beautiful online. But NOT that way anymore. Dirty, unkempt, noisy, rundown!!! It was like the shining hotel in certain parts of the hotel and grounds. Like it was abandoned! Scary stairs to beach. Big holes in the deck near the beach. Debris, garbage and leaves everywhere; in the pool, under chairs, in the lobby, down the stairs. Creepy comes to mind. Could not even use the pool is was so dirty and grimy; crabs in the pool! The rooms are NOT soundproof. People littering stomping and thudding above us into the night. Room next door, people started fighting at 6am. They smelled like smoke and urine with moth ball smell to “try” and cover it up. We did not want to stay even one night upon arrival. Expedia called hotel and nothing they would do. We rearranged our fishing trip to the next day so we would be gone all day. Left the next day, forfeited a night and booked elsewhere. ONLY decent thing was the staff was nice and room was updated. DO NOT BOOK! Spend or pay more elsewhere. I promise you will regret it.
Wednesday, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

This property is absolutely nothing like the pictures show, it’s very dated and not kept up on. There is no gym nor casino, the pool was super dirty as well as the hot tub. The linen was dingy white and don’t bother asking for fresh towels. We booked a king balcony with sea view, received a balcony with very very little view due to overgrown trees and to boot, had a family room with two beds. We asked for the room we booked and were simply told they don’t have any other rooms available, we booked it months in advance so not sure how that happened. Continental breakfast you’re limited to 1 beverage and the cups are small. There is a reason why there is absolutely no refunds so keep that in mind when booking.
Benjamin, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Paul, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Bajar y subir 60 gradas no es nada bonito
Gloria, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Photos on your site must me 25 years old. Facility and rooms need to be redone. Toilets and faucets had stains. Dead bugs on floor and squashed on walls. Dinning was great and the staff (Eric) was excellent and very helpful.
Robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Low key, chill, friendly.

Hotel Dunama was perfect for me. Low key, not too crowded. The staff was above and beyond friendly and kind. The beds are comfortable. Good food, good drinks. There is a beautiful private beach. The pool is a good temperature and very calm. Gorgeous view of the water from the top of a hill. I’d stay there again.
Private beach
Tammy, 4-night trip
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6/10 Good

Swim up rooms were nice to have, we stayed in 505, right in the middle so we could see the ocean as well. Breakfast was prompt and nice to have, choice is limited as it’s not a buffet. Coffee doesn’t start until 7:30, none for the room. Property needs updating but views make up for it. People that work there were kind and prompt as well.
heather marie, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Loved true private beach and drinking coffee looking out at the bay.
Andres, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

We arrived and they told us that there was no space, they made us wait and when they gave us a room that was not the one we asked for, it was dirty, it smelled very bad and had dirty sheets, it looked like a room that had not been cleaned for days.
Abigail, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

I was very disappointed with the conditions of this property. Very dirty hallways and rooms. When I checked the bed sheets, they had blood stains ( old blood stains, not washed) other stains. No amenities in the room or bathroom. The towels were so old and over washed and bleached. The views from the hotel are amazing and so is most of the staff.
Isabella Lucia, 6-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

I’m not sure how long it has been since the pictures of the property were taken but if you like surprises then you are going to love this place because it looks nothing like the promotional photos. The place is completely run down. Little to no maintenance/upkeep has been done for a very long time. Every one of the 5 lounge chairs at the pool had a tear in the fabric and what appeared to be mold. As you walk to your room be prepared to see trash strewn throughout the hallway. Unless you are expecting a low grade hostel be prepared to be appalled by the conditions of your room. The sheets have stains and the door to the patio did not shut completely. The bathroom appeared to be painted/caulked by a partially blind person, who may have also been the last person to clean. The only redeeming quality this place had was the private beach. But that was not without issues either. As you make your way from the hotel complex, be careful not to step on the carcasses of the crabs as it appears that their idea of artwork/extermination is to simply step on the crustacean and leave for your viewing pleasure. As you dodge the overhanging trees/vegetation on the stairs, be sure to choose the path to the left as it will lead you to the beach. The path to the right will lead you to an eroded platform full of rotted wood that may have been a nice overlook 20ish years ago before the termites and erosion took over. We checked out ASAP. Staff is little to no help with anything. DONT BOOK HERE!!!
Brian, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

Beautiful view but unfortunately the place is terribly dirty. Mold in the showers and pretty much everywhere is dirty.
David, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Room not that great.
Roger, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

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Luis, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Unbelievable view over the ocean and surrounding hills. The property was very clean. The on-site restaurant was great for any meals, snacks or drinks. We had one of the swim-up rooms, and it had everything we needed. The bathroom had obviously been renovated and updated and was very nice. My only recommendation for the hotel would be adding a safe in the room and bedside tables/lamps. There are several beaches and lots of restaurants within an easy walk (but it is on a hill, so you will earn the cervezas). Checkin/out was a breeze and all staff we met were very friendly. My only complaint is a lack of coffee for the in-room coffee maker. We had 1 package for the first morning and were told that was it. I think for the price, that policy should be amended. Overall I will still give it a great review.
Ian, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Petr, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

We paid for 3 nights and only stayed for one night. Please when I say don’t stay or book here don’t. I have pictures to prove how unsafe and filthy this place is. First of all, I had to carry a 50 pound suitcase 5 flights of stairs at night. My husband was carrying his suitcase and when he walked on the tile it cracked and he sprained his ankle. Then when we got in the room it is nothing like the picture in the advertisement. It’s old and the sheets were filthy. The pillows and blood stains on them and yes I have pictures to prove it. We asked for a garden view and we got pieces of beer bottle on the back patio. Also, the receptionist was rude and not helpful. The only kind person was the waiter who started . One last thing, Trip advisor and the employees shirts need to be changed to just a hotel. They don’t have a casino at all. I want a refund for two nights that I didn’t stay and had to book a room somewhere else to feel safe and sanity. I work so hard to make this trip and was so angry at the fact that I paid for a place to stay that ROBBED me. I have Pictures and will post them. Please please do not stay here.
Verified Expedia guest review