Dorado Beach Studios

Beach guide Beaches in Dorado, Puerto Rico

Five beaches within minutes of the studios, and each one is good for something different. You can walk to the nearest, and the others are minutes away.

Which beach for the day?

Calm · Quiet

La Pocita de Mameyal

A small, beautiful beach a short walk from the studios, with a gazebo. Cozy, peaceful and rarely crowded.

The access gate for La Pocita and Kikita closes at 6:00 PM, under a 2018 municipal ordinance.

Getting there

On foot: a short walk north of the studios, so the car can stay parked.

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Surf · Relaxing

Kikita Beach

Very close to the studios. Great for surfing, and just as good for a quiet, relaxing afternoon.

Getting there

East of the studios on the coast, through the same access gate as La Pocita, which closes at 6:00 PM.

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Walking · Photos

Ojo del Buey

The "ox's eye", named for the famous rock formation where the river meets the sea. Spectacular views, trails along the riverbank and a small hidden natural pool. Better for photos and walks than for swimming in the open sea.

Getting there

The directions lead to the park on Calle 13, where the trails start.

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Swimming · Families

Balneario Manuel "Nolo" Morales

Dorado's public beach, and the easy choice with children. A roped-off swimming area, lifeguards, showers, bathrooms and gated parking, with water quality monitored. Juan's favorite stretch is by the fishermen's villas, with plenty of restaurants nearby.

Getting there

The directions lead to the balneario's parking lot, which is gated.

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Surf · Windsurf

Playa Sardinera

The open stretch beside the balneario. No facilities and a stronger tide, which is exactly why the surfers and windsurfers go there instead.

Getting there

Right beside the balneario.

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Before you go

  • At the studios, beach chairs, coolers and an umbrella are under the staircase on the left.
  • Beach towels too: ask ahead and they'll be waiting in your studio.
  • The access gate for La Pocita and Kikita closes at 6:00 PM.
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