A group of 12 of us recently stayed at the Dunes during May, 2005. We were pleasantly surprised at the spaciousness and cleanliness of our rooms and all the included amenities. We found the staff very helpful and friendly. The grounds were immaculate with employees sweeping leaves every day. The only negative was the quality of the food. We chose to participate in the All Inclusive only twice during the week. The Mariners' (Seafood) Night was especially disappointing since we were looking forward to lobster, shrimp, crabs, etc. but instead we were served octopus, squid, a fish fillet, and shrimp lasagna. There was always plenty of pasta and rice. Luckily, we ventured out using cheap taxis to local restaurants in Playa Aqua and in Juan Griego for memorable dinners on the beach at sunset. Although we tried to prepare ourselves by reading many reviews of the Caracas airport, the experience of long lines and payment of various fees and taxes was frustrating and exhausting. Hopefully, the U.S. will someday again have direct flights from our mainland to Porlamar. We enjoyed excursions of horseback riding, fishing/snorkeling, shopping, and a Jeep Safari under the very capable assistance of Marcos Ochoa of Marcos Tours. We found Marcos to be prompt, knowledgeable, friendly and the most reasonable in costs for our pre-booked tours. We were able to contact him at any time via his cell phone and his bi-lingual talents was indispensable on an island where most of the residents speak only Spanish. His personal guidance and individual attention to us was greatly appreciated.

We have just returned from 2 weeks at the Dunes Hotel & Beach resort and i cannot think of anything bad to say about it, we had a fantastic time and didnt want to leave. The food is lovely and such a wide variety there is something for everyone, the burgers and hot dogs in the poolside grill are gorgeous and Lucianos A la carte restaurant is amazing. You dont have to lift a finger, everybody is so keen to help and couldnt be nicer, i have to say, everyone who works in the hotel and all the locals in Margarita couldnt be nicer. We went with First Choice and the rep Jose is lovely, very helpful and so friendly. As are all of the activity staff who made our holiday so much fun, they are a great bunch of people. The hotel is situated right on the beach, which is gorgeous and basically has everything you need for a holiday, several bars, restaurants, nightclub, shops, towel centre, activity centre, and lots more. We had a great time and are definatly going back! Oh and the weather was fantastic too.

Just returned from the Dunes hotel all i can say is how fantastic it is there. The staff are very friendly and you don't need to leave your sunlounger for a drink they bring it to you. Food is good with a wide variety including fish, meat, potatoes, rice and salad plus more. The complex is clean and attractive the rooms are basic but still nice enough for sleeping and getting ready in which is what you use them for. Maid service is daily and often the maids leave you swans made out of the towels which is a nice touch.
The beach to the hotel is lovely the waves are rough at times but once you pass the breakers it becomes calm i swam in it everyday that i was there.
Margarita island is beautiful although many of its beaches the waves are rough there is also quieter ones further up the coast and taxi rides are so cheap you can travel around.
Would love to return!!!