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
- 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
Customer Ratings & Reviews
TripAdvisor Traveler Rating
10050 reviews
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Jan 01, 2026Resort Needs an Overhaul
Unfortunately, our experience was very disappointing. The food was consistently bland and poorly prepared, but the worst moment was when my daughter found a metal brush bristle in her fish, which actually went through her gum. That is a serious safety issue and completely unacceptable. The pool was uncomfortably cold, making it hard to enjoy, and the rooms are very dated—old furnishings, tired décor, and clearly in need of a full update. This is not what we expected from a resort at this price point. Overall, the resort feels worn down and poorly managed, with major issues around food quality and safety. We are extremely unhappy with our stay and cannot wait to leave. I would not recommend this hotel and would strongly caution families in particular.
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Jan 01, 2026FANTASTIC. Great Resort and Exceptional Customer Service
Fantastic resort. Extremely clean. Customer service was outstanding. The buffets were good and the food was plentiful. Updated rooms and ammenities.
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Dec 31, 2025
I was aprehensive at first as this is a large and older resort. here was always help at hand from attentive staff. The r
I had never been to any all inclusive resort prior to going to IBEROSTAR at Waves Costa Dorada although I made many visits to Youtube to get some ideas of what to expect. My experience there was totally different from what I expected and in a truly positive way. The staff were very friendly and professional; the rooms and grounds were kept clean and tidy. The restaurants exceeded my expectations by offering tasty and quality food. The Spa was first class and I will return in 2026.
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Dec 25, 2025
poison it from food or drink
Hotel was good, but we got poison it from food or drink good thing it's happened in last day our vacation then we come home and we get sick vomiting diarrhea temperature old bad stuff but some people get poisoning right on the hotel and becoming hospital and it's completely different situation be careful
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Dec 25, 2025
Enjoy and relax
The staff and the food was really wonderful. Very relaxing that season to travel there. There is a beautiful garden to sit there and enjoy it. The spa center is another level.
- 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