Refugio del Mar features a rooftop terrace and puts you just steps from Bay of Banderas. After splashing around at one of the 3 outdoor pools, guests can grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Apartments feature conveniences like kitchens, along with flat-screen TVs and room service. The helpful staff and overall property condition get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Beach towels
Beach umbrellas
Pool/Spa
3 outdoor pools
Sun loungers
Umbrellas
Internet
Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
Parking and transportation
Limited onsite parking
Free offsite parking within 33 ft
Street parking available
24-hour pick-up airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle on request
Car not required
Family friendly
Highchair
Kitchen
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Cleaning supplies
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 8:30 AM–noon: USD 9 for adults and USD 4 for children
1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
Couples dining
Room service available
Bedrooms
Premium bedding
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Toilet paper
Shampoo
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Soap
Living spaces
Dining room
Entertainment
55-inch flat-screen TV with satellite service
Books
Outdoor areas
Rooftop terrace
Barbecue grill
Garden
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Near laundromat
Work spaces
Coworking space
Comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
No elevators
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Visual alarms in hallways
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (with limits)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Safe
Multilingual staff
Local maps
Electrical adapters/chargers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Location highlights
Near the sea
On the bay
In the shopping district
In the entertainment district
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the bay
In a village
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Ziplining nearby
Casino nearby
Skydiving nearby
Swimming nearby
Whale watching nearby
Hiking/biking trails 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Security system
General
21 rooms
3 floors
3 buildings
Built in 2016
Traditional architecture
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 9 for adults and USD 4 for children
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of USD 65 per vehicle. Maximum occupancy 6
Children & extra beds
Airport shuttle service for children up to age 18 costs USD 65
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Refugio Mar Aparthotel Bucerias
Refugio Mar Aparthotel
Refugio Mar Bucerias
Refugio Mar
Refugio del Mar Bucerías
Refugio del Mar Aparthotel
Refugio del Mar Aparthotel Bucerías
Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Refugio del Mar?
Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Refugio del Mar?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Refugio del Mar?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Refugio del Mar?
Yes, a shuttle from the airport to the hotel is available. The charge is USD 65 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Refugio del Mar?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Refugio del Mar and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, skydiving, and ziplining. Additional recreation nearby includes casino gaming and ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools or use the aparthotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Refugio del Mar?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Refugio del Mar have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchen which also includes a coffee maker, cookware, and a microwave.
What's the area around Refugio del Mar like?
Refugio del Mar is a short 2-minute walk from Bay of Banderas and 6 minutes' walk from Playa Bucerias.
Refugio del Mar Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
22 June 2024
Monica
Monica, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 June 2024
Property is a beautiful clean place and local shops are nearby. The beach is just walking distance. Amazing staff.
Mayra Jasmin
Mayra Jasmin, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 April 2024
The Rufugio del Mar was a beautiful property. We stayed in building 2 which only had 7 units. They all had their own kitchen and bedroom/s. The staff were super friendly and the pool and gardens were immaculate. I would recommend staying on the second floor if possible as the lower units can be a little dark and do absorb a bit of noise from the above units. The location is 2 blocks from the beach and the property includes free beach chairs and umbrellas. They also provide free top of the line bikes. It wasn’t very busy when we were there so everything was readily available. Jorge, the owner is attentive and super helpful. We had an amazing stay.
Carla
Carla, 8-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 April 2024
Lovely place to stay
Ernest
Ernest, 8-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 April 2024
Beautiful and central to everything. It was a very comfortable stay. We will definitely stay there in the future.
Saray
Saray, 3-night family trip
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8/10 Very good
7 April 2024
The place is a small exquisite place that I really liked. Beach and eateries were close. Because I was injured and couldn’t walk upstairs I was very disappointed that the elevators were not working because I couldn’t enjoy my time the family on the roof jacuzzi or pool :(
Also, the place came equipped with plates, cups, utensils etc but were not supplied with soap/sponge to wash dishes or napkins. Some complimentary coffee/tea would have been much appreciated.
Other than this, we enjoyed our time in this beautiful place.
Verenice
Verenice, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 April 2024
Jason
Jason, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 March 2024
Always a wonderful stay!
jesse
jesse, 5-night romance trip
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6/10 Good
25 February 2024
poor communication
After leaving we were told Jorge would send an email. 4 days - 8 emails, 3 chats, 2 FB messages, 8 phone callsand no response. BAD communication!!!!! no response to multiple attempts over various platforms. Good location, nice rooms. they have beach chairs, beach umbrellas and bikes. Refugio has great restaurants around -
Verified traveller
4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 February 2024
Michael
Michael, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
24 December 2023
Comfortable, quiet, close to beach and good dining options. Outstanding staff. Bottom units can be a little dark, not a lot of natural sunlight...but we did not spend much time in the room other than sleeping.
William Joseph
William Joseph, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
22 December 2023
Very secure and safe buildings, very organized and helpful staff. We had a great time at our stay. While the pool's aren't anything extravagant, they are nice, well taken care of and offer nice privacy. Each building has its own pool as well so they're never busy. We would definitely stay here again, the staff went above and beyond to help us enjoy our stay in bucerias. Great place to stay
Brad
Brad, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 December 2023
Very clean, large, beautiful suites. Nice pools, pool in building two is the biggest and nicest. Very well maintained grounds. Jorge was very helpful and thorough with check in, maid staff very friendly. Great stay in Bucerias, we will be back!
Amanda
Amanda, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 December 2023
Ross
Ross, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 November 2023
Ross
Ross, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 October 2023
Joan
Joan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 August 2023
Oasis away from so many tourist. Both good experience for couples or family. Proximity to restaurants, bars, town center.
Jasmine
Jasmine, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 July 2023
First time visit
First time visiting Bucerias. Our stay was pleasant ant Casa Damian. All of their staff were attentive and kind. Various restaurants to choose from. Although we were told we would receive a 10% discount at Cafe de Bucerias, 5% was given. Beach is at a walking distance. We enjoyed watching the many iguanas that were lounging on a tree across the street from our room. Pool water was very warm.
Linda
Linda, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
8 June 2023
The pool was very warm almost hot tub temp. The golf carts were all out of comission. No dish soap or cloths to wash dishes. We received no discount at Cafe de Bucerias like we were told and we ate there 5 times.
Diana Gail
Diana Gail, 5-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 May 2023
Beautiful small complex. Close to restaurants and the beach. Loved the feel of this property. Staff were accommodating and amazing.
Tracey
Tracey, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 May 2023
Great location
This was our second time at this location. We loved it last year and it did not
disappoint this year. Everyone was helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable about the area. We had a great time.
Pamela A
Pamela A, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 April 2023
This is our 3rd stay and are happy each time! See you again!
Laura
Laura, 14-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
14 February 2023
We stayed in the Don Paulino 2 bedroom suite. Its a decent room although it is on the main ground flloor in one of the buildings. This area does not have its own pool so we had to walk to adjacent areas to enjoy pool. Room was clean and spacious. We did have some issues within the room itself. The room safe was not working. Be aware that the plumbing was installed backwards for your hot/cold water. We weren't left any cleaning supplies for dishes or soap for the dishwasher. There is no washer or dryer in suite. Another thing to mention is this room has no balcony to it. We were disappointed to find this out when we arrived.
It did have some good/bonus things to the complex though. Nice pool area, use of a bbq ( could have used an upgrade) , it appears that the building we stayed in was eventually getting an elevator installed ( started but on hold?) and a hot tub on the roof also there but not installed or running. This hotel does supply guests with golf carts to use( another serious upgrade needed. Several units not working). They supply you with beach chairs, umbrellas and bikes for guests to use which we did.
Overall its a decent place but does require some work to the aging amenities.
Rich
Rich, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 January 2023
The suites and property are clean and well maintained. It's nice to have access to bicycles and beach umbrella and chairs.
Sherry
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 December 2022
Incredible helpful host owner Jorge with fantastic support from Arnoldo and others. Very spacious clean room with full kitchen and 2 full bathrooms. Clean comfortable pool and seating areas. Easy access to all restaurants and the ocean with lawn chairs and umbrella provided. Couldn’t be better.