Discover Dorado Beach & Member's Club

Discover Dorado Beach – Resort Highlights & Membership Privileges

Welcome to paradise! When you stay in our Property you’re already inside the legendary Dorado Beach Resort & Club.

Q: Is the beach private to the resort? Do we have free, unlimited access?
A: Yes, all beaches in Puerto Rico are public, including those within the resort. As our guest, you can visit GoodWinds Beach (the local beach inside the resort) freely without membership. There are lounge chairs available at the beach, and a water sports center for rentals (kayaks, kite& surf boards, etc.). We provide beach towels at the house (you’ll find them in the laundry room), so feel free to take them with you for beach days. The only limitation is the exclusive Encanto Beach Club area, which is a private members-only club (access is available if you opt for the temporary membership – see the Membership FAQ section below). But all of the general resort beach areas are open for you to enjoy. (Note: The Goodwinds Beach restaurant on-site Barlavento is reserved for Club members only, but you can still enjoy the beach itself without membership.)

Resort Amenities & Membership FAQs

Q: What amenities can we use without purchasing a resort membership?
A: Great news – there are many amenities included for all our guests without any extra fees! You will have access to:

Pools & Parks: Bunker Pool & Park, which features a swimming pool, beach volleyball court, tennis courts, and basketball court (no membership required). There’s also Livingston Park, a playground and shallow kiddie pool with slides and water features for little ones.
Beach Access: The resort’s beach areas (e.g. GoodWinds Beach) with seating/benches are open to you as described above – just bring along the beach towels and plenty of sunscreen!
Trails & Nature: The Rockefeller Nature Trail, a beautiful rainforest trail, is accessible to all guests for walking, jogging, biking, or golf cart rides. (Note: the trail is closed from sunset to sunrise for safety.)
Fitness: A 24-hour Residents’ Gym is located in the community and available for your use anytime. No membership is needed to use this fitness center.

These amenities are free of charge to our guests. We want you to enjoy the community! In addition, the Ritz-Carlton Reserve Spa and the resort’s three signature restaurants (COA, Positivo, and Flor de Sal) are open to the public – you do not need a club membership to dine or book spa treatments, though advanced reservations are required for these facilities. (Tip: If you’d like to dine at the Ritz-Carlton hotel restaurants, you can reserve for parties of 4 or fewer on OpenTable, and larger parties by calling the resort’s reservation line. For Spa Botanico appointments, you may email or call the spa directly. We’re happy to provide contact info.)

Q: What is the Temporary Resort Membership, and do we need it?
A: The Dorado Beach Resort Temporary Membership is an optional program for guests that provides access to additional exclusive amenities. Whether you need it really depends on how you plan to spend your vacation. If you’re an “island explorer” with a rental car, eager to venture out to local eateries and attractions, you can absolutely enjoy your stay here without a membership. You’ll still have the beach, one of the resort pools, the gym, trails, etc. at your disposal. However, if you intend to relax on-site most days – for example, sipping piña coladas while your kids play at the private Encanto Beach Club pool or the Watermill water park, playing rounds of golf or tennis, joining group fitness classes at the Dorado Beach members’ gym (shown in our photos) , and sampling all the resort’s restaurants – then the temporary membership is the key to unlock all those experiences. In short, it’s not required, but it does tremendously enhance your access to all of the Dorado Beach amenities if you want the full resort experience. For this reason, we highly recommend that you add the membership to your stay. Note: the Ritz Carleton pool and hot tub is reserved exclusively for their hotel guests and is not included in the Temporary Membership.

Q: What does the Temporary Membership include, and how much does it cost?
A: A temporary membership grants you exclusive access to a range of luxury amenities at Dorado Beach Resort. With membership, you can enjoy:

Encanto Beach Club – a private members-only beachfront club with a pool, lounge areas, and service.
The Watermill Aquatic Park – a family-friendly water park with slides and lazy river (great for kids and adults alike!).
Golf Courses – two 18-hole championship golf courses on-site (reservation and greens fees are still required to play)file-vrg17shbqmzrnfjyyp6dy9.
Tennis & Pickleball – access to tennis courts and sports facilities (lessons or court fees may apply in some cases).
Fitness Centers – three state-of-the-art fitness facilities including those at the Encanto Beach Club and Golf clubhouse.
Spa Botanico – the world-class spa at the Ritz-Carlton Reserve (membership allows access; treatments are billed separately).
Dining and Club Events – entry to exclusive member-only dining venues and social events. For example, the Goodwinds Beach restaurant, Barlovento, (and several other clubhouse dining experiences) are accessible to members. In total, the resort offers up to eight unique dining experiences, many of which are available or enhanced via membership.

If offered, temporary club access requires a one-time non-refundable application fee of $500 per adult, or child over age 6, per stay ( plus a refundable $400 per member, per day pre-spend deposit. All persons in your party over age 6 will require their own membership. The Club is very strict about this, so we must be as well, as we guarantee both your charges and your compliance with all Club rules and regulations as your sponsor. Club Sponsorship is invoiced separately after you book. The deposit is credited toward club charges; any unused balance is refunded after checkout (typically within two weeks, subject to club/processor settlement). You agree to promptly pay any amount by which your actual charges exceed the deposit.

On a final note, we're happy to offer temporary club sponsorship as a courtesy so you can enjoy the resort lifestyle the way we do. Because the club requires the sponsoring member to guarantee all charges incurred by the guest party, we need to be very clear (and consistent) about the fees and deposit requirements below.

1) Non-refundable application fee

$500 per adult or child over age 6, per stay.
This fee is non-refundable .
All persons in your party over age 6 will require their own membership. The Club is very strict about this, so we must be as well, as we guarantee both your charges and your compliance with all Club rules and regulations as your sponsor. Club Sponsorship is invoiced separately after you book.

2) Refundable pre-spend deposit (required)

$400 per member, per day , held as a pre-spend deposit and refundable to the extent unspent . If these terms don't work for you, that's completely okay—we simply won't be able to sponsor you on our club membership.

3) Our role (and what to expect)

We are paying club members and are not affiliated with the resort or the club. We offer temporary sponsorship purely as a courtesy, but it does require additional time and coordination on our end and carries financial risk for us. For that reason, we ask that you view this as an optional add‑on , not a required part of the stay. Many guests choose not to purchase guest membership and still have a wonderful trip—there is plenty to do throughout Puerto Rico without resort club access.

4) Maintaining sufficient funds during your stay

Because we must guarantee your charges, you agree to: Keep the required deposit on file and adequately funded at all times , including replenishing it mid-stay if needed ; and Promptly pay any amount by which your current charges exceed the deposit. We monitor your club spending during your stay. Some invoices can be delayed by 2–3 weeks , but we track what we receive and monitor overall spending trends. If your spending indicates the deposit may be insufficient, we reserve the right to require that you replenish the pre-spend deposit in full immediately , at any time, including mid-stay .

If a replenishment request isn't met

We truly don't expect this to be an issue for responsible guests—but because we are financially responsible to the club, failure to replenish the deposit when requested will be treated as a material breach of your lease . In that situation, we may need to revoke temporary club access and require you to leave the club/resort property , including involving resort security if necessary. We have never once had to take this step. We include it only because a prior guest—after posting a modest deposit—left us responsible for nearly $10,000 in club charges.

5) Invoicing, credits, and refunds

Temporary club sponsorship is considered only after your booking is confirmed and will be invoiced separately.
The deposit is credited toward club charges . Any unused balance is refunded after checkout (typically within two weeks , subject to club/processor settlement timelines).

Q: How do we apply for the temporary membership?

A: We handle the sponsorship and application on your behalf , so it's very easy.

If you'd like to enroll, please send us:

The full names of all guests age 6 and over , and
One email address to use for the application.

We typically submit the paperwork to the Club Membership Office about two weeks before arrival . You'll receive an electronic acknowledgment to sign, and once processed, you'll be issued a temporary membership number for your stay.

We will pick up your membership cards and have them waiting at the house when you arrive (on the kitchen table).

The non-refundable application fee is $500 per adult, per stay ($350 application + $150 servicing), plus a refundable $400 per member, per day pre-spend deposit. All persons in your party over age 6 require a membership. The Club is very strict about this. Club Sponsorship is invoiced separately after you book. The deposit is credited toward club charges; any unused balance is refunded after checkout (typically within two weeks, subject to club/processor settlement). You agree to promptly pay any amount by which your actual charges exceed the deposit.

Q: How do we apply for the temporary membership?
A: We as your hosts will sponsor and handle the application on your behalf – making it very easy for you! If you decide to enroll, just send us the full names of all guests aged 6 and over, and one email address to use for the application. We’ll submit the paperwork to the Club Membership Office (usually about 2 weeks before your arrival), and you’ll receive an electronic acknowledgement to sign. Once processed, you’ll be issued a temporary membership number for your stay. We will pick up your membership cards and have them waiting at the house when you arrive (we will leave them either at the front door or on the kitchen table for you) – easy!

Keep in mind, resort activities and most of the restaurants require reservations even with membership. Tee times for golf, for example, should be booked in advance (fees for actually playing golf are separate from the membership). Likewise, dining at the Ritz Carleton Reserve restaurants should be reserved ahead of time (more details in the dining answer above).

Q: Does membership let us use the Ritz-Carlton Reserve hotel or West Beach pool?
A: No – the main Ritz-Carlton Reserve hotel pool is exclusive to hotel guests only, and the West Beach pool is for west beach residents only and not accessible to you. (Even with a club membership, these particular pools are off-limits to you, although you may use the beach in both places. However, with a temporary membership you’ll have Encanto Beach Club’s pool and the Watermill water park as fantastic alternatives. And remember, the resort’s three Ritz-Carlton Reserve restaurants (COA, Positivo, Flor de Sal) and Spa Botanico are open to the public – you’re welcome to enjoy those with reservations. In fact, if you book a lunch or dinner at COA or Positivo, you’ll get to experience the beautiful ambiance of the hotel area (dining at those restaurants is a way non-hotel guests can see the Ritz hotel grounds). So while you can’t just use the Ritz’s pool or hot tub without risk of being caught and asked to leave as we sometimes do - you won’t feel like you’re missing out – there are plenty of other pools and amenities in Dorado Beach that you can enjoy!

Should you wish to elevate your stay, we can sponsor you for temporary Club membership (separate application & fee) that unlocks every private amenity on property. Below is a snapshot of the experiences awaiting you with that Membership

The Watermill — Aquatic Adventure Park

A $12 million “sugar-mill-inspired” water park that delights every age.

Two exhilarating 30-ft water slides
Lazy river with wave machine
Three separate pools (adult, kids, toddler splash)
Poolside food & beverage service delivered to your lounger
After-dark magic: choreographed fountains, theatrical lighting, live music

8,000 sq ft Fitness & Wellness Center

Work out with panoramic mountain views and spa-level pampering.

Technogym™ cardio & strength equipment
Dedicated studios for yoga, dance, spin & group classes
Certified trainers and wellness programs
Men’s & women’s locker suites with sauna & steam
On-site massage room & fresh juice bar

Encanto Beach Club

Your private Caribbean playground on Dorado’s most spectacular stretch of sand.

Adult lap pool and lively family pool
Cabanas, hammock garden & shaded daybeds
Beach Grill for tropical cocktails and fresh-off-the-grill fare
Sheltered coves perfect for swimming, snorkeling & tide-pool exploring
Live music, bonfires and sunset socials

Championship Golf (72 holes)

Four Robert Trent Jones Sr. masterpieces—still the only 72-hole venue in the Caribbean.

Dorado Beach East & West | Pineapple | Sugarcane
Unlimited practice range + short-game facilities
PGA-level instruction available

Historic Rockefeller Nature Trail

Step outside and join an 11-mile coastal & forest trail: jog, bike, stroll or tour by golf cart through pristine beaches, bird sanctuaries and secret coves.

Dining on Property

COA – Waterfront fine-dining with live jazz & elevated Caribbean cuisine
Positivo Sand Bar – Sushi & Asian-Latino tapas under the palms
Flor de Sal & Panela – Italian classics and Caribbean-inspired dishes at the Plantation Clubhouse
Encanto Beach Grill – Barefoot-casual seaside lunch & sunset cocktails

Optional Club Guest Membership — What’s Included

Privilege	Details
Golf	Member rates & tee times on all four 18-hole courses; unlimited range use
Watermill Park	Full access to slides, pools & lazy river
Encanto Beach Club	Member pools, daybeds, volleyball, beach service & Beach Grill
Fitness & Wellness Center	Unlimited gym, classes, courts, sauna/steam
Racquet Sports	Tennis, pickleball & basketball court use
Trails & Beaches	2 miles of beaches + 11 miles of private biking/walking paths

Q: Does membership let us use the Ritz-Carlton Reserve Hotel or West Beach pool?
A: No – the main Ritz-Carlton Reserve hotel pool is exclusive to hotel guests only, and the West Beach pool is for west beach residents only and not accessible to you. (Even with a club membership, these particular pools are off-limits to you, although you may use the beach in both places. However, with a temporary membership you’ll have Encanto Beach Club’s pool and the Watermill water park as fantastic alternatives. And remember, the resort’s three Ritz-Carlton Reserve restaurants (COA, Positivo, Flor de Sal) and Spa Botanico are open to the public – you’re welcome to enjoy those with reservations. In fact, if you book a lunch or dinner at COA or Positivo, you’ll get to experience the beautiful ambiance of the hotel area (dining at those restaurants is a way non-hotel guests can see the Ritz hotel grounds). So while you can’t just use the Ritz’s pool or hot tub without risk of being caught and asked to leave as we sometimes do - you won’t feel like you’re missing out – there are plenty of other pools and amenities in Dorado Beach that you can enjoy!

Five-Star Personal Services (add-on)

Daily Maid Touch-Up Service: $250/day
Dorado Beach Club Guest Membership Application Fee: $500 per guest
Dorado Beach Club Membership Pre-Spend Deposit: $200 per guest, per night
Private Masseuse (90 min): $200
Private Chef: $1,500
Private Airport Pick Up / Drop Off: $150
Guaranteed Early Arrival (up to 24hrs Early): $100/hr
Guaranteed Late Checkout (up to 24hrs Late): $100/hr
Pre-Arrival Grocery Stocking: $350 plus cost.
Segway 9 Bot F3 Scooter Rental: $35 per unit/day
Bicycle Rental: $25 per unit/day

We’re passionate about creating effortless, unforgettable stays. Let us know which experiences tempt you, and we’ll handle the rest—so you can simply relax, explore and savor the magic of Dorado Beach.

We can’t wait to welcome you!

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