Resort Details
- Various Bars/Lounges
- La Fuente
- La Plaza
- Ruta 66
- El Bohio
- El Chiriguito
- Aqua Bar
- The Wet Bar
- Various Restaurants
- Mare Nostrum - Italian restaurant
- La Hacienda - Mexican
- Sakura - Japanese restaurant (Reservations Required)
- El Mercado - Buffet
- Premium Room
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults + 1 children.
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Hair Dryer
- Safe
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Premium Ocean View
Bedding: one king bed, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults + 1 children.
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Hair Dryer
- Safe
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Premium Near Beach
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults + 1 children.
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Hair Dryer
- Safe
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Premium Pool View
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults + 1 children.
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Hair Dryer
- Safe
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Junior Suite Ocean Front
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults + 1 children.
- Air conditioning
- Balcony/Lanai/Terrace
- Hair Dryer
- Safe
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Two Bedroom FamilyBedding: one king bed and the other with two separate double beds beds in the room, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 6 paxs - kids included, Minimum 4 including kids.- Air conditioning
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Hair Dryer
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Premium Tropical View
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy: 2 adults + 2 children or 3 adults + 1 children.
- Air conditioning
- Air conditioning individually controlled in room
- Hair Dryer
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Premium Ocean Front
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy limits: Maximum 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
- Air conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Widescreen TV
- Wireless internet connection
- Premium Promo Room
Bedding: one king bed or two double beds, Crib on request.
Bedding Requests are not guaranteed. They are based on availability upon check-in.
Occupancy limits: Maximum 3 adults, 2 children, 4 total.
- Air conditioning
- Bathroom amenities
- Safe
- TV
- Wireless internet connection
- 24-hour front desk
- Accessible facilities
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine*
- Babysitting*
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services*
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- 24-hour front desk
- Complies with Local/State/Federal laws for disabled
- Accessible rooms
- ATM/Cash machine*
- Babysitting*
- Baggage hold
- Bell staff/porter
- Business services*
- Children programs
- Children welcome
- Children's play area
- Complimentary wireless internet
- Disco
- Exercise gym
- Free parking
- Game room
- Golf, Offsite*
- Housekeeping - daily
- Ironing Amenities (On Request)
- Laundry/Valet service*
- Liquor store*
- Lounges/bars
- Meal Plan Type: All Inclusive
- Non-smoking rooms available
- Pool
- Shops and commercial services*
- Spa*
- Tennis court
- Tour/sightseeing desk
- Water sports*
- Wireless internet connection in public areas
- The hotel is the perfect setting for romance. In its facilities, located in the heart of a tropical paradise, we offer attractive packages for weddings, renewal of vows and honeymoons. Hotel professionals will ensure that every detail is taken care of, from the bride's bouquet to the wedding cake, or the a la carte menus. Everything to make that day unforgettable.
* Fees may apply
- Children's program, onsite
STAR CAMP:
Star Camp is free and part of the all-inclusive experience at Iberostar and features more than 140 age-based activities based on the approach and theory of multiple intelligences, which advocates personal growth through cooperation.
· Discover a new, artistic dimension by reproducing giant versions of works of art as a team.
· Use all the senses in a trendy restaurant atmosphere to guess the dishes on our sensory menu.
· Record short films, become a journalist, publicist or the stars of an improvised video.
· Discover the inner artist by working with clay.
· Accept (im)possible challenges and blindy cross a terrain full of obstacles with the help of team members.
· Perform exciting scientific experiments, such as creating snow or ice, in true frozen style despite the heat of the pool.
· Learn how to get a hard-boiled egg into a bottle or experiment with colors.
· Summer classics like darts, capture the flag or Olympic-style events.
Monkey Star camp - 4-7 years old, Dolphin Star camp - 8-12 years old.
STAR CAMP FEATURED ACTIVITIES: Minichef, Tie Dye, Not another drop, Olympic games, Get wet, Super hero day, Water carpet, Waterbomb, The search, Teen Disco, Games on stage, The treasure hunt & Sand castles
Star Camp Shows:
On the Rock, Circo, Queen, Fiesta playa, Canta bahia, Rock, Funny nights, MJ Show, Reggae beach party, Iberostar Awards, El regreso del rey Las Vegas, The circle of life Magic, Latin Funny nights, Boogie nights
What's New!
Wanda’s wacky kitchen, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Save the Reefs, Star Camp Live Show
- Direct access to a beach
- Diving *The hotel has a CDC Padi Gold Palm Resort diving center, run by Dressel Divers International, which offers a wide range of diving / snorkel excursions by boat and other aquatic activities. Certified divers help beginners become familiar with what’s to see under water.
- Fitness center on-site
- Jacuzzi *Sauna and jacuzzi have an extra charge, access is not complimentary
- Motorized Water Sports *
- Non-Motorized Water SportsSailing
Catamarans
Kayaking
Snorkeling - PoolThere are 2 small pools for children and only one large pool for adults.
- Sailing *
- Sauna *Sauna and jacuzzi have an extra charge, access is not complimentary
- Spa *At the hotel there is also time to relax and disconnect from the world. This modern spa offers the possibility to enjoy treatments, massages, Jacuzzis and a Turkish bath to make a dream vacation complete.
- Sports court onsite *- Basketball court- Two Pickleball court
- Teen programs *
- Teens disco
- Tennis court
- Golf *
For golfers, there is an 18-hole course in Playa Dorada, located approximately 1.5 miles away from the property.
- Fun for Parents
The IBEROSTAR Costa Dorada hotel offers a varied entertainment program. During the day, a wide range of sporting activities and games is offered and at night, dancing, live music and variety of shows.
- ActivitiesWithin the facilities of the IBEROSTAR hotel you can practice gymnastics, table tennis, archery, tennis and basketball.
* Fees may apply
A water lover’s paradise, Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada features expansive golden beaches, lagoon-style pools, towering columns and an atmosphere of relaxed luxury. This region is steeped in history and offers the Caribbean’s largest dolphinarium. Tucked between majestic forested mountains and the shimmering blue ocean, you’ll find Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada. With a seemingly endless shoreline, the resort is a haven for divers, snorkelers, sailors and windsurfers. When your time on the water is through, relax under the shade of towering palms and thatched roofs overlooking spacious tropical gardens. Enjoy a beverage, dine in any of the resort s superb restaurants, or take in a nightly show. For those who love water and unrivaled amenities, this is your dream vacation.
Enjoy quiet days stretched across a private expanse of white sand beach, seek relief from the warm Caribbean sun within the cool waters of the lake-style swimming pools and improve your swing on one of two lighted tennis courts. Ride kayaks, join aerobics, or participate in archery and shooting tournaments. Keep fit by taking advantage of the fully equipped gym and be pampered at the modern spa where you can enjoy treatments like massages and facials. Use of the sauna, steam room, and other spa facilities are included at no extra charge.
The Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada offers three a la carte restaurants featuring JAPANESE, MEXICAN, ITALIAN. The abundant buffet serves fresh salads, cheeses, meats, fish, and pasta, and a bar with refreshments and snacks, chips, and more. Enjoy unlimited domestic drinks at six bars.
Property Information
Guest Reviews from Apple Vacations Customers
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
10190 reviews
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Jun 04, 2026Excellent hotel and amazing concierge!
I have to be honest and say that I was a bit scared/anxious about booking my vacation at this hotel because I had read some reviews that didn’t paint a good picture. I am extremely happy that I did. The hotel is beautifully kept. The lobby was welcoming as well as the staff. They got us checked in fast and introduced to the man that would really be the superstar of this vacation my concierge, Dawell. Dawell helped me from the moment we met to the moment we left. He helped me get reservations to all the restaurants on the property. They were all delicious. I can’t describe how friendly and helpful he was. He was the VIP that made this stay amazing for my daughter and I on her birthday. The food at the buffet and snack bar were good as well. There were different food for all. You would be hard pressed not to find something. The entertainment was fun as well. I would highly recommend this hotel.
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May 30, 2026
Wonderful relaxing vacation, exceeded expectations!
We very much enjoyed our vacation at this resort, the beach and ocean were much nicer than expected, we swam every day. Even when it was windy at the beach in the afternoons the ocean was very swimmable. It’s a gorgeous property with peacocks wandering around. We had very attentive staff calling to follow up about an issue with our room safe (hubby accidentally reprogrammed it and didn’t know the code haha!) and about an extra blanket we requested. There was very little sargassum and the beach was cleaned every day around 1pm. The beach bar and lunch restaurant by the pool had self serve pop and coffee if you want and the beach bartender was great! The staff wasn’t always looking for tips which was nice compared to Iberostar Selection in Punta Cana (our 8th time at an Iberostar resort). Our concierge did NOT bug us for a meeting or upsell, in fact we never saw him after the first day although he may have been the one phoning to check on us. Restaurant reservations were easy to get at the desk the morning after we checked in, and our room was fabulous. A very comfortable bed and pillows, I am a poor sleeper and I had the best sleeps on this vacation for a change. I don’t know our cleaner‘s name but it was top notch cleaning, our room was cleaned early in the day which we like and was impeccable. Plus the app pinging you a message saying “your room is clean” is very handy. We didn’t use the pool more than a few times and yes there was some bird poop but every time I was there or walking by I saw someone skimming it. You could always get a chair in the shade in the middle of the afternoon if you didn’t mind sitting in the rows closer to the beach. We did both get a 12 hour tummy bug that seems to be going around but luckily we didn’t miss any time at the beach. Hopefully when they close the resort for a few months to redo the pool this will stop the constant circulation of the bug. Having said this it was the cleanest resort I have ever been to! So many travellers in one place makes this sort of thing unavoidable. All in all a fantastic vacation and I would go back in a heartbeat, I wish I could book next week!
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May 28, 2026Never again
We arrived on May 23, 2026, with a simple request for a quiet room. Instead, we were subjected to a series of room assignments that made rest impossible and ultimately led to a medical emergency: Room 4118: Located directly adjacent to the showcase audience. Loud music and noise continued until midnight, preventing any sleep. Room 8103: Following our request to move, we were placed across from the orchid garden. We were awakened at 4:30 AM by loud peacocks, further compounding our sleep deprivation. Room 2204: Our third room assignment was physically uninhabitable. The air conditioning and coffee machine were broken, and the drains in both the shower and sink were completely clogged and non-functional.Medical Incident & Emergency Departure Due to the cumulative physical toll of these "sleepless nights" and the constant stress of moving rooms, and food or water bacteria suffered a medical crisis. On Tuesday, May 26, after spending the previous day bedridden with a severe migraine, she lost consciousness and fainted in the buffet area during breakfast.
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May 24, 2026
Our Honeymoon
Our stay at Iberostar Costa Dorada was absolutely amazing! Honestly, this resort deserves to be a 5-star resort for the way they treat their guests and the experience they provide. From the food, entertainment, atmosphere, and service — everything exceeded our expectations. A huge thank you to our private concierges, Jhon and Dawell, who treated my wife and I like royalty from the moment we arrived. They went above and beyond to make sure we had the best vacation possible, and their hospitality truly made our trip unforgettable. Also, if you visit, you HAVE to meet Ninja, one of the dancers from the entertainment team! Him and the entire crew are awesome, full of energy, and made every night so much fun. Thank you to everyone at Iberostar Costa Dorada for such an incredible experience. We already can’t wait to come back and see everyone again next year!
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May 23, 2026Great family vacation
Back home after a 7 day stay. The hotel is beautiful and the staff is amazing!! Pedro in the lobby, Santiago in El Mercado and Fermin at the pool bar made our stay even better. The beach had a good amount of seaweed but that isn’t the hotels fault and it was actively cleaned as best as it could be daily. We were in building 2 facing the pool which has a good amount of activity all day long. The AC struggled a bit but the coupled with the ceiling fan it did the job for us. Bed was comfy and the room was clean. We enjoyed the nightly entertainment and live music and dancing in the plaza very much. Though 3 out of our group of 6 got sick somehow, we had a wonderful time. We tried all three of the restaurants and loved them all. Food was good, a bit repetitive but we never had any trouble finding something to enjoy. We used SalvaSix Tours and Transfers SRL for airport transfer and Paradise Island, waterfall and buggy excursions and wouldn’t use anyone else. Salvador and Randy made us feel like family and safe in their hands. Their service was prompt and communicative and they made our time off the resort special.
- Advisory**Important Information** Please note when booking a Family Room, the minimum occupancy for this room category is: 3 Adults
- AdvisoryPool at Iberostar Waves Costa Dorada in Puerto Plata will be closed from August 30, 2026, to October 26, 2026, and sales have been blocked in the system for these dates. For reservations affected by this closure, we offer three options: Date modification at the same rate (except during December 15, 2026 – April 30, 2027). Cancellation without penalty. Relocation to another hotel in the area.
- Check In: 3:00 PM
- Check Out: 12:00 PM
- Minimum Check-In Age: 18
- General Policies:
Check-in Policy - Hotel requires a credit/debit card authorization or cash deposit upon check-in for incidentals; this will place a hold on your funds.
Convention Policy - Individuals attending a convention cannot book this property for their stay. If found attending a convention, guests may be subject to higher room rates upon arrival.
Hotel Spring Break Policy - This hotel cannot guarantee a spring-break-free environment.
Transfer Policy - A price may display when children stay free, if your vacation includes transfer to your hotel.
General Information - Room taxes and service fee are included in vacation price.Minimum night stay restrictions may apply.Reservation changes may not be permitted unless authorized by the hotel.
STUDENT/YOUTH GROUP POLICY - In order to maintain a family oriented environment, Iberostar Hotels and Resorts will be implementing a policy at student/youth groups. Students/youth All student/youth groups must be pre-approved and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Upon check-in, each group will be required to make a refundable cash deposit of USD $200.00 per room for any charges or damages that might be incurred during the stay. In the event that any member(s) from the group engage in inappropriate behavior disrespecting Hotel Staff and/or other guest or causing physical damages to facilities, the hotel management reserves the right to expel the entire group without reimbursement or refund of the remaining nights. - Pet Policy : Pets Not Allowed
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