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Dunama Hotel & Casino

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

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Marina
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Reviews

7.6 out of 10

Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The price is $169
includes taxes & fees
$150 per night
Dec 4 - Dec 5

Room options

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

Standard Apartment

Highlights

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

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

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

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Minibar, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Balcony Garden View

Highlights

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

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

Balcony Family Ocean View

Highlights

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

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

Balcony Family Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 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

Highlights

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

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

Swim up Family

Highlights

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

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

Balcony Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea 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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Minibar
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
Cable channels
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Terrace Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Swim up

Highlights

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

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

Garden Family

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

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
  • Reserva Conchal Golf Course - 14 min drive - 8.2 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 & Casino

At Dunama Hotel & Casino, 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

Hotel size

  • 47 rooms
  • Arranged over 6 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

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

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured onsite self parking

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Dunama Hotel & Casino?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Dunama Hotel & Casino?
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 & Casino?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dunama Hotel & Casino?
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 & Casino?
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 & Casino 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 & Casino?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Dunama Hotel & Casino like?
Dunama Hotel & Casino is located on the waterfront, a short 1-minute walk from Potrero Bay and 6 minutes' walk from Flamingo Beach.

Reviews

7.6

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Good

Steven, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

The staff was helpful and friendly. We had poolside room which we enjoyed. There is a private beach that you can take a steep walk down to. The restaurant and bar have a wonderful ocean view. Overall great experience!
Kristen, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

No so nice, wish they invested a little bit more
The bed is hard as a rock and for someone with a bad back it’s not the best place to sleep. They gave me two towels. One was hard as a rock like it had been sitting there for years. The second one was very rough and very inexpensive and smelled terrible before I used it to shower.. There are no nightstands to put your stuff. There is a shelf in the corner of the room that is very small and it’s across the other side of the room from the bed.. There is nowhere to put your luggage so I had to use the two chairs that went with the very small table that was in the room so if you want to eat, and you have two bags that you wanna leave open to get things in and out of you’ve got nowhere to sit. The room is very bare. There’s not much in the room other than bed, drapes shower very small sink. The view is beautiful. I do have to say that, but if they just invested a little bit more in the amenities of the hotel rooms, this place would be a hit and I would stay here most likely every trip I go to Costa Rica and I travel to Costa Rica about every other month. The hallway to get to your room is very dark at night. There our lights, but you have to get to the end of the hallway before the lights turned on because they are set up for motion detection. The staff was very polite, except for the receptionist when I was checking out the security guard was awesome and very helpful and the gentleman who checked me in was very nice and helpful as well
Corey, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

The location is safe and close enough to other beach towns. The rooms are pretty outdated but it’s perfect if you plan on being out most of the time. Definitely a 3 star hotel. The views are amazing, staff was friendly. It was unfortunate that their laundromat “did not work”, Expedia should really remove laundry from the description. Definitely was not 24/7 concierge service, when we would get back at 11pm all the lights were off in the lobby / eating area and NO ONE was at the front desk. There was 24/7 security - nice man who let you through. Do not take “monkey trail” on your way there, if you do you’ll have to cross a small river - stick to the main roads.
Veronica, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Amanda, 4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great time during our stay at Dunama.
Very nice hotel, gorgeous location, easy access to many locations nearby. The staff was amazing and very helpful and kind.
Sergio, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly. Great hotel. Has a good menu
Maria, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Staff and Hotel was exceptional.
John, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

This property has now elevator !!! The lobby is nice, but you to carry your luggage to your room downstairs to your room..... and then, use the stairs every time you want to do something..... not a hotel i would select in the future.
Dhaval, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay, the staff was extremely helpful and the view from our room was extraordinary. I strongly suggest getting a swim up room that's what we did, which made accessing things convenient. Customer service was top notch couldn't ask for a nicer staff. The cleaning crew was fantastic are room was left spotless every day. We really enjoyed the food. If you are not in good shape it's a long hike down to the tiny beach would suggest it for families with small children or elderly people to walk. The shower wasn't always hot but the good far out ways the bad for this place. The price was fantastic and we enjoyed the spectacular view
Wyndi Dawn, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

ROACH INFESTED! DO NOT STAY HERE! Norwin the guy who checked us in proceeded to pick up the biggest roach I’ve ever seen in my life with his bare hand from our bathroom and threw it into the hall way where another dead roach laid. Toilets had a ring around them like they hadnt been used in months and dust all over the towels and bathroom showing no one had been in this room for a while. Moved us from the 3rd floor room to a 4th floor room and saw another roach! Norwin said the roaches are normal there in Costa Rica, that they would be in every room! Hotel had no one at the pool, bar, casino or restaurant and only two cars in the parking lot. It was like a ghost town. They also didn’t check us in with ID or credit card and everyone left at 9 all lights off in restaurant, bar, main, lobby so when we decided we weren’t comfortable staying there after an hour and a half of being there just scared we were going to see more roaches we left and couldn’t get ahold of anyone to let them know. We had to leave to another hotel after a long day of traveling to get away from this dirty place! The new hotel had no roaches or any other bugs the entire time we were there! So no, roaches are not normal in hotels in Costa Rica! Now in the process of trying to get our money back as the general manager told Expedia no refunds! I understand if it was a customer just canceling to cancel and not getting a refund but not on account of a roach infested hotel/dirty rooms! Again DO NOT STAY HERE!!!
Lisa, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Ascenzio, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property with private beach access. Large staffed parking area and in close proximity to little town and other beaches. Highly recommend.
Marzena, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really enjoyed our stay, property was beautiful, pool was clean and enjoyed walking around the property. Dining area had beautiful view of the ocean and great food. Bit of a walk into town and to the beach but otherwise really enjoyed our stay.
Shea-Lynne, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

SHEILA ANN UNTALAN LEON, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

HAZEL, 3-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

8/10 Very Good

good service, clean, quiet. free breakfast but drive to beach
susan, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We stumbled across this gem after being canceled the night before our flight at another resort (CONDOVAC LA COSTA). we were panicked with very little time in such short notice. Dunama was amazing. Easy to book and what a pleasant surprise when we arrived. Extremely convenient location with excellent views around the whole resort. Plenty of lounging areas. The beach was down below a couple flight of stairs. With great snorkeling and black sand beach. I recommend water shoes if you want to explore the area around. It is also around the best beach we thought with a fantastic sunset. 3 minutes away, Flamingo beach. You can also rent cabanas and chairs on thus beach for $30. We had the swin up room and I loved it! This resort exceeded our expectations. We are well traveled and this resort helped our experience and vacation to Costa Rica be a fantastic trip. Great shops, pharmacy, medical care and restaurants in the area. Brit cafe, Angelina's, rest monkey jungle, coco loco and hazels near the marina were a few of our favorites. The new owners have improved this place a ton and i only see it getting better. The food was just ok. Driving is a bit chaotic with narrow roads and steep hills. If you dont have a car you can rent a golf cart near by. For $59 a day. I encourage to do this in advance as the reservations fill up. Happy vacay planning :)
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Awesome view and close to beach
cody, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

The room are dated over painted ceramic No lifts to floor levels Staff not very understanding and missed instructions Everything closed 8 pm no service for customers
TONY, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Shawn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property - the best view in all of Flamingo / surrounding areas. Most wonderful staff - super safe with security at night 24/7, delicious breakfast offered with gorgeous surroundings. Can't wait to go back!
Erin, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

The property has amazing views. It just needs a little TLC. All the staff were very friendly and very attentive.
Jose, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

William, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review