Sand Dollar unit A1 offers a beachfront paradise with panoramic ocean views, steps from the dock and swimming beach. Enjoy snorkeling or diving at Bari Reef, relax by the pool, or indulge in nearby amenities like restaurants and an ice cream shop.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire condo
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 488 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Returning guests will note the new kitchen and bathroom, and also new flooring throughout.
It's all here in Sand Dollar unit A1; SWIMMING BEACH--SWEEPING OCEAN VIEW--DOCK--DIVE SHOP--SPACIOUS CONDO--POOL--NEARBY AMENITIES. Join our long list of returning guests - some returning every year for more than a decade! Find out why so many Sanddollar Condominium owners and guests agree the setting is irreplaceable.
Enjoy a panoramic beachfront sunset view, steps from the Dive Friends operated dock, and a gentle sandy swimming beach - two easy access points for snorkeling or diving the wonderful Bari Reef! Also on site are the extensive waterfront walkways of the Sanddollar Resort, the longest of any resort on Bonaire.
A kitchen and bathroom renovation was completed in September 2024. In 2023, new interior flooring was installed throughout the condo, and the condo and porch were painted. A 50" smart TV is now wall-mounted in the living room, linked to the free wifi.
Included in your reservation is a free return shuttle service from the airport, approximately 5 miles away. A 35-minute walk from the condo will bring you to the center of Kralendijk. Rates include additional mid-stay cleaning for stays longer than 7 nights.
Dive Friends Bonaire, a PADI 5 Star IDC center, is the Dive Operator of the next-door dive facility, which includes 24/7 gear storage and tank access.
*****NOTE OUR CONDO HAS AIR CONDITIONING IN BOTH THE LIVING ROOM AND BEDROOM*****
This unit enjoys a unique outside-end location, providing a more panoramic view than other one bdrms in the facility.
Also on-site or adjacent are restaurants, a pool, an ice cream shop, tennis courts, and grills,.
With 950 square feet, you will have all the amenities of home and a location second to none; steps from the beautiful turquoise blue Caribbean waters and Bari Reef, ranked number one in the Caribbean for variety of fish species.
Should I not indicate available dates for part of your intended stay, or if you need additional accommodation, we can recommend an adjacent or nearby condo to complete your accommodation needs.
Keywords: Condominium
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Fenced private pool
Heated pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the condo: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking on porch only please
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the ocean
On the waterfront
Things to do
Boat
Heated pool
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Unannounced additional guests will pay the usual additional persons fee, tax, and a $70 service fee.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking on porch only please
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located on the beach, this condo is in Hato, a neighborhood in Kralendijk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at No Name Beach and Te Amo Beach, while Bonaire Museum and Mangazina di Rei are cultural highlights. Kayaking and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby. Visit our Kralendijk travel guide
Does Updated/Beachfront/180 Sunset View/Dock/Dive Shop/Pool/Restaurants have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Updated/Beachfront/180 Sunset View/Dock/Dive Shop/Pool/Restaurants pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Updated/Beachfront/180 Sunset View/Dock/Dive Shop/Pool/Restaurants?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Updated/Beachfront/180 Sunset View/Dock/Dive Shop/Pool/Restaurants?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Updated/Beachfront/180 Sunset View/Dock/Dive Shop/Pool/Restaurants located?
Nestled on the beach, this Hato condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Washington-Slagbaai National Park, No Name Beach, and Bonaire Museum. Te Amo Beach and Donkey Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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We had a wonderful stay at A1! The closeness to Dive Friend, and the private dock was the major reason for us to stay here. We really enjoyed staying here, where everything was very clean and comfortable. We would love to stay here again!
The location right next to the dive operation and private pier was perfect. Kitchen was very well equipped. Multiple restaurants within just a short walk. The unit has a lovely screened room where you can sit and enjoy the sunsets.I'd definitely return and recommend to others.
Beautiful view, convenient location, nice and clean rooms. Property manager Pierre always very responsive in any questions we had. Happy about the staying.
Great condo, location and setup for diving! The screened in porch area for drying gear is fabulous. Simple and had everything we needed. My only recommendation is to upgrade the pillows, they definitely have seen better days but other than that the check in and check out process was simple and easy. Communications from owner and property manager was fabulous. Will definitely be back and would stay here again!!!
Excellent location near gate/entry to Dive Friends @ Sand Dollar and Pier. Great set-up on screened porch to hang and dry dive equipment. Will definitely book another visit.
A1 is located beautifully next to the dive dock, gear room, Dive Friends dive shop and Breezes and Bites restaurant in Den Laman. This is our favorite property to stay at, for the convenience, cleanliness, and ease of diving. Owner and manager very nice and communicative.
Quiet, cozy, ground floor. Large screened porch with ocean view. Glass doors that can be opened up from living room and bedroom to porch. Just steps away from dive shop, gear room, air fills. Dive Bari Reef right off the dock! Sand Dollar Resort has the longest stretch of ocean frontage on the island. Breezes & Bites is right next door. Their talented chef offers wonderful food and one of the best rib eye steaks I’ve had annywhere. Walking distance to a number of shops, including drug store, icecream shop, gifts, and several other great restaurants. This condo has been our favorite spot to stay the last several times we’ve been to the island.
We enjoyed the space this condo provides. The furnishings in the bedroom are nice but the mattress is due for replacement. The wall hangings could use improvements like some fish photos, for example. We loved hanging out on the screened porch and watching the sunsets, swimming, diving and snorkeling in front of the Sand Dollar condo grounds.
We had an issue with the WiFi when we first arrived and had to reset the router 2 times but after the last reset it worked fine.
We have stayed on the second floor of the A building previous to this visit and the compressor from the dive shop was rather loud. My partner and I were quite surprised that it was quieter in A1 than on the second floor. In fact, the week we stayed at Sand Dollar was wonderfully quiet.
Thank you for a lovely stay.
The location is amazing. Wake up to a beautiful ocean view from bed. Best sunsets right from the unit or just a short walk out to the seating area at the seawall. So convenient to Dive Friends next door for shore dive launching point or boat dives from the dock right there. We spent 2 weeks here and felt very comfortable.
The unit itself, yes it is dated. Mostly looks original. Everything worked great though. We had every utensil and item we needed. The bedroom and living room have nice decor. It had had some painting etc done to keep it cozy and tropical feeling. The price is quite nice too! Compared to similar properties/locations- can't really beat it.
Pierre was excellent and made check-in/out very easy.
Thank you!
Happy to have stayed at this unit 2 years in a row now. Will
Be booking again!
Spencer C.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Anita S.
25 November 2018
Great diving! Great condo!
We loved staying at this condo! It was wonderful being so close to dive shop! Condo had everything we needed. We spent a lot of time on the screened in porch just relaxing. Would definitely stay here again!
Great relaxing time. The Sand Dollar was quiet, friendly, and next door (literally) to Dive Friends. Both owner and property manager were helpful, friendly, and responsive. Can’t wait to come back to Bonaire and the Sand Dollar!
Nice place. Very low key and comfortable. The location is phenomenal. You can literally walk out your door and swim in a pristine, clear, calm ocean with a sandy bottom. The property manager Pierre was super helpful.
The owner and property manager were great to deal with. Very good communication. The property is a great location for snorkeling. I saw an octopus my first day just steps from the front door. The place is close to everything you would need. Bar/restaurants/dive shop all right next door.
Very nice unit with large screened in porch and a view of the ocean. Comfortably furnished, and a well-equipped kitchen. Free off street parking. Best of all, there was very nice snorkeling both left and right, right out your door. Greg and the property manager made sure we had an easy check in & out process. Would definitely book this place again.
Best location for ease of access to diving, restaurants, etc.
We've stayed in A1 many times. Love the location, view, ease of access to dive gear, dock, etc. Check in was easy. They've done some updates this past year, and the kitchen is well laid out and functional. Bathroom has new sink and cabinetry combo, and shower now has partial glass wall, so no more shower curtain! The property manager communicates promptly and takes care of anything that needs addressed in a very timely manner, and is helpful and personable. WiFi worked great. We rented a truck for the 2 weeks, and can park close to the building.Our granddaughter completed her junior dive certification with Dive Friends, and had a positive experience.
The location was perfect right next to the dive center and the diving pier. The condo needs renovation and more space for storage. We kept our clothes in our luggage as there was no storage for them. Everything worked properly (air conditioning, fridge and other appliances). The manager answered our text messages very quickly. We would go back anytime
Verified traveler
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jenna W.
9 July 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication
A little rundown
We only stayed one night because when we came back from dinner there were two giant cockroaches. Not a great value for the $. No swimming pool, no closet to hang clothes and only a tiny wicker four drawer dresser that would not have held all of our clothes. The location was great, but we just didn’t want to deal with cockroaches