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Find the best and most popular Resorts in Puerto Rico
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There are hundreds of Puerto Rico resorts and hotels to choose from. From the ultra-luxury secluded retreats that cost more than most mortgage payments for one night to small boutique resorts on one of Puerto Rico’s elusive smaller islands, there is a vast inventory to choose from.
Whether you are looking for a beachfront resort with a swim-up bar for you and a waterpark for your kids, adults-only resort, or want to sleep in a treehouse at the foothills of El Yunque National Forest, this Puerto Rico resort guide has you covered.
Keep reading to discover what makes these top resorts in Puerto Rico unique and worth visiting.
The Top 10 Resorts in Puerto Rico in 2025
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Ultimate Luxury: Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve Resort -
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Most Romantic: St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Rio Grande -
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Best Family-friendly: El Conquistador Resort -
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Ideal Location: Fairmont El San Juan Hotel -
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Most Comprehensive: Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort -
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Best Adults-Only: Condado Ocean Club -
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Best Remote Resort: Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa -
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Best For Island Hopping Beach Lovers: Malecon House, Vieques -
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Best Budget-Friendly: Combate Beach Resort -
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Perfect For Nature Lovers: Yuquiyú Treehouses
All the Resorts in Puerto Rico We've visited:
What’s Special About This Resort
Located on a vast 50-acre private estate, Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, is the ultimate Puerto Rico resort. While located just 20 miles from bustling San Juan, Dorado Beach offers natural luxury for those who value peace and discretion.
Having so much private land allows guests of the resort to enjoy the lush jungle, serene beaches, and multiple pools without crowds or tourists. There are two 18-hole golf courses, a nature trail that wanders through sand and jungle, a water park, a fitness center, and a world-class spa.
There is also a strong emphasis on a sense of place and the rich history at Dorado Beach, and this resort works hard to preserve and connect with it. The result is an authentic, ultra-luxurious resort experience that feels both other-worldly and authentic.
All rooms at The Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, have stunning ocean views from a private 50-acre property. Guests can access exclusive hiking trails, beaches, two pools, a water park, and daily resort-run activities.
Things we like:
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Great incorporation of history in design and aesthetic -
Nature Trails and an emphasis on natural beauty
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Stunning and plentiful pools
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Villas offer ultimate luxury, but all rooms have stunning views and amenities
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Private and secluded beaches within the 50 acres
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Incredible and luxurious spa facility and spa menu
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Excellent incorporation of local history, and local ingredients
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Inviting and fully functional spa
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The 50-acre property gives you seclusion, but San Juan is Nearby
Things we don't like:
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The prices are so high for a night here that many visitors can’t afford it -
There is not a lot directly outside the resort, for those looking to venture out
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While the beaches are private and lovely, there are better ones on the island
What’s Special About This Resort
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Rio Grande is special for many reasons, but most of all because of its location. This Puerto Rico resort is situated on 483 acres of prime real estate in Rio Grande, which was once a coconut plantation. Located about 40 minutes east of San Juan, this resort offers breathtaking views of the mountainous El Yunque National Forest and is a true island escape.
There are 2 miles of secluded beach that couples and any hotel guests can walk leisurely, as well as many trails through the grounds. With all this space, it is easy to fit lots of grand amenities, including a boathouse, 18-hole golf course, and giant ocean-front pool, complete with food and beverage service.
Whether you want a luxurious couples massage, a crafted cocktail at a swanky bar, or just want to spend an afternoon bird watching, you can do it all in style without ever leaving this St. Regis resort.
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort is a 483-acre property with 2-miles of unspoiled beach, complimentary boathouse rentals, tennis, beach volleyball, fitness center, and nature trails.
Things we like:
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Ideal expansive location for a romantic getaway
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A perfect blend of high-end-luxury and natural beauty
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Multiple restaurants and hundreds of acres make it easy to never leave the property
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A great blend of elegance, romance, and family-friendly
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Great proximity to authentic experiences including El Yunque National Forest
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Rooms are spacious and airy
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Two miles of beach makes this an ideal place for romantic beach walks
Things we don't like:
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This area is a bit remote, and far from nightlife
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The dining options receive inconsistent reviews
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With prices this high, it’s a shame some rooms don’t have an ocean view
What’s Special About This Resort
The El Conquistador Resort is an iconic Puerto Rican resort nestled on a hill, which makes it possible for all the rooms to enjoy ocean views. Located in Fajardo, this resort is far from the busy tourist hub of San Juan but has all the amenities you could dream of for a perfect family resort getaway.
There are four pools to choose from, complete with food and beverage service. With five restaurants and even more casual food options, you will never go hungry or be without options.
Combine this with golf, spa treatments, and ever-changing daily activities and it’s easy to understand why this is the pick for the best family-friendly resort in Puerto Rico.
All rooms at the El Conquistador Resort feature stunning ocean views. Resort guests have complimentary access to the Coqui Water Park, and can reserve a ticket for a boat to Palomino Island, the resort’s stunning private island.
Things we like:
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Every room has an ocean view
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There is a fantastic variety of food and beverage
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Four pools and a water park are sure to keep kids busy
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A boat to the private island of Palomino is a big plus
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More affordable than more luxurious brands
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Fajardo is a great location for a more authentic Puerto Rico stay
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The marina allows sailors and boat lovers the chance to enjoy the resort
Things we don't like:
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Far from San Juan, and might need a car if you want to see more
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The resort is not on the beach, you must take a boat to the island
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Ideal for families, but couples may desire a more tranquil beach setting
What’s Special About This Resort
Located on Isla Verde Beach, The Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is an expansive Puerto Rico resort in the ideal location. It is steps from the award-winning beach of Isla Verde and just a few minutes to Old San Juan and its top sites by car or taxi. This is also one of the closest resorts to the international airport, making it ideal for those on a shorter vacation looking to maximize time.
The resort has a fitness center complete with fitness classes of various types. You can enjoy the on-site spa or the luxury pool experience, with its reservable cabanas, live music, and beautiful pool just steps away from the ocean.
There are tons of places to explore near the resort, but with endless excitement at Foxwoods Casino and a plethora of food and beverage options on the property, you may never want to leave the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel.
This resort has a casino on property, fitness classes at the vast fitness center and spa, and an exclusive oceanfront pool complete with cabanas and live music.
Things we like:
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Perfectly situated resort with luxurious amenities
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The pool experience with cabanas, a restaurant, and live music is a big perk
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Great hotel for those looking to enjoy a great casino
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A variety of restaurants, bars, and even a nightclub on the hotel property
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Steps from the stunning Isla Verde Beach
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The fitness center has a lot of options - even fitness classes
Things we don't like:
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With so much going on, it is hard to get the tranquility found at more secluded resorts
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Cabanas, rental equipment, and some other amenities are all extra fees
Where to Book Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort:
Booking.com
Hotels.com
Expedia.com
What’s Special About This Resort
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort has prime real estate and everything you could hope for in an all-encompassing Puerto Rico resort. While remote, the resort has 9 restaurants and a casino on site. The casino is open until 2 a.m. and has live music on the weekends, so it is possible to enjoy the nightlife without leaving the comfort of this private oasis.
The resort has 2 miles of secluded beach, as well as two 18-hole golf courses and an award-winning 35,000 square-foot clubhouse complete with dining.
Unlike other resorts where you are left fighting for an empty beach chair, this resort has 3 lagoon-like pools with chairs and cabanas, as well as a 20,000-square-foot sun deck.
This resort has a casino, giant sun deck, four pools, live music, and 2 miles of beach within the confines of the resort for guests to enjoy.
Things we like:
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Two 18-hole golf courses make this a golfer’s heaven
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There are three great pools to choose from
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The 20,000-square-foot sun deck ensures you always have a place in the sun
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All rooms have a balcony
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There is a casino on the property, making it so you don’t need to leave for a fun night
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There are two miles of secluded beach, and it is close to El Yunque
Things we don't like:
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More water activities, like kayaking, would be a plus
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There are no villas or residences, which many other resorts have
Where to Book Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort:
Booking.com
Hotels.com
Expedia.com
What’s Special About This Resort
For those looking for an ultra-sleek adults-only resort in the heart of the nightlife and most stunning urban beaches, look no further than the Condado Ocean Club. This resort has everything you want from a Puerto Rico resort without the extra frills like waterparks and golf that likely don’t factor into most adults-only vacation plans.
The Condado Ocean Club is hip, sexy, and perfectly situated for adults looking to experience the beauty of Puerto Rico by day, and its alluring appeal at night. Condado is the most metropolitan and swank area of Puerto Rico and has some of the best beaches.
Enjoy views of San Juan and the turquoise sea from the infinity pool or The Sandbox, one of the casual-chic food and beverage establishments here. While there are no suites, all guest rooms are well-designed, and the resort is more affordable than the ultra-swank resorts.
Condado Ocean Club offers an adults-only, ultra-modern escape for all its hotel guests, with multiple dining options and a coveted infinity pool.
Things we like:
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A perfect location for an adults-only resort
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The room prices start at $300 a night, this is a great mid-range luxury option
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The infinity pool is the perfect poolside photo opportunity
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The Sandbox and The Deck offer semi-private and relaxed places to watch the sunset
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A great jumping-off point for those looking to enjoy the island’s nightlife
Things we don't like:
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There are no suites or large multi-room options
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There are cheaper resorts nearby with similar offerings (but not adult-only)
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The pool, though photogenic, could be larger
What’s Special About This Resort
What makes this Puerto Rico resort so incredible is its unique and secluded location. Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa is located in Guánica, a remote and less-frequented area in Southwestern Puerto Rico.
While off-the-beaten-path, this is a lovely region worth visiting, and Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa offers one of the more authentic and approachable resort experiences on the island.
The restaurants offer local ingredients and infuse Puerto Rican cuisine into their menu items. The property has a half-mile-long private beach as well as 20 acres of beautiful tropical gardens. This, combined with spa, watersports, and pool amenities make this a quality resort worth considering for your Puerto Rico vacation.
Located on 20 acres in Guánica, the Copamarina Beach Resort & Spa has a half-mile private beach and multiple watersport activities for guests to enjoy complimentary.
Things we like:
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The remote location allows visitors to experience a more authentic island escape
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Situated on a private beach, this is a perfect escape for beach lovers
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The resort is quiet and surrounded by lush tropical gardens
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There are plenty of amenities to keep you from needing to venture far from the resort
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With rates starting at around $170, this is one of the most budget-friendly resorts on the list
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All rooms include balconies or terraces
Things we don't like:
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This resort is far from many top sites, making a car almost essential
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More food and beverage options would be appreciated
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While a great value, some furnishings and decor could use an upgrade
Where to Book Malecon House, Vieques:
Malecon House
What’s Special About This Resort
While enjoying a San Juan luxury resort is an easy and relaxing vacation, for those looking to see it all, a trip to some of Puerto Rico’s small and beautiful outer islands is a must. There is perhaps no better way to experience the charm and beauty outside of Puerto Rico’s main island than by staying on Vieques Island at Malecon House.
Vieques Island is growing in popularity among tourists, but it still maintains an authenticity. There are no giant resort skyscrapers like you find in San Juan, instead, the island has several elegant boutique hotels, like Malecon House.
At Malecon House, you can enjoy stylish guest rooms in a fantastic location, which is oceanfront and also steps from the vibrant boardwalk in Esperanza, one of the most charming villages in Puerto Rico, with beauty, restaurants, and nightlife abound.
The Malecon House on the island of Vieques offers a strategic oceanfront location, complimentary breakfast, and beach chairs, umbrellas, and coolers for its beach-going guests.
Things we like:
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The hotel provides guests with beach chairs, towels, and coolers on request
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The location is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in island life
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The 13-room boutique hotel feels intimate
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Great views from ocean rooms
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While small, the pool and garden areas provide lots of resort-like privacy
Things we don't like:
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While the hotel includes a complimentary breakfast, there is no dinner service
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Being on an island, it is far from major points of interest in Puerto Rico
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While kid-friendly, there are better resorts to choose from if you have kids
Where to Book Malecon House, Vieques:
Malecon House
What’s Special About This Resort
Finding a clean, safe, and well-situated budget-friendly resort in Puerto Rico isn’t easy. The resorts in San Juan are all over $200 a night and often more than double that. There are cheaper resorts further away, but rental cars aren’t cheap.
Combate Beach Resort, located in southwestern Puerto Rico, checks all the boxes of an island resort with prices starting at $100. Its rates are low enough that you can rent a car and still pay less than a night at most other resorts on the island. While this resort is a bit dated and does not ooze luxury or fruitful amenities, it is very affordable and has all you need to enjoy a budget-friendly Puerto Rico vacation.
Located in Cabo Rojo, this is an oceanfront resort that is ideal for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers. There are caves, lighthouses, nature trails, and stunning beaches all close by in this area, which is still elusive to many international travelers.
Things we like:
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With rooms starting at just over $100, this is the best deal in Puerto Rico
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You can rent kayaks and enjoy other watersports from the resort
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Cabo Rojo is not very touristy, and has a great authentic location
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Located next to a nature preserve with a protected beach and land
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The resort and surrounding location are very quiet and relaxed
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Guests frequently comment on the helpful and friendly staff service
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Great budget location for families looking for an affordable beach vacation
Things we don't like:
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Some aspects of the resort are dated, but the resort still exceeds its value
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You need a car to stay at this resort to make the most of the area
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The resort does not have the extensive resort amenities like other (more expensive) resorts
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Far From San Juan, not for those looking for lots of action
Where to Book Yuquiyú Treehouses:
Yuquiyú Treehouses
What’s Special About This Resort
If you are a nature lover and are looking for an authentic yet luxurious stay in the most natural setting, then the Yuquiyú Treehouses might be the perfect Puerto Rico resort for you. Located at the foothills of El Yunque National Forest, this resort alternative has several artistically-designed treehouses that offer stunning views.
The property has a three-acre organic farm that they use to whip up alchemy farm-to-table vegetarian cuisine at the guest-only restaurant. You can wander the farm and property or head further into the National Forest for some epic hiking. Great beaches and modern amenities are only a 30-minute drive away, but they will feel a world away from your tree house.
Things we like:
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Arguably the best place to stay to connect with Puerto Rico’s lush nature
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The cuisine reflects the local farm-to-table surroundings
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This is eco-tourism at its best, ideal for nature lovers
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While rustic, the treehouses are expertly designed and immaculate
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A great place to learn about the history and agriculture of Puerto Rico
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The included local coffee, granola, and nuts are a nice touch
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Each tree house has a kitchenette for cooking
Things we don't like:
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Each treehouse is only suitable for two people, though you can rent multiple
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Not ideal for families with kids
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If you don’t like camping, this isn’t for you
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A car is essential when booking this accommodation
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You must be 18 or older - which can be seen as a pro or con.
Where to Book Yuquiyú Treehouses:
Yuquiyú Treehouses
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Why Visit Puerto Rico?
Puerto Rico is a Caribbean island paradise that is filled with vibrant culture, delicious food, and some of the most beautiful beaches in the Americas. It is an exotic yet approachable tropical retreat.
As a U.S. territory, it is easy to find affordable and frequent flights to San Juan, the island’s capital, which makes it easy to fly here on a whim or a well-planned family vacation. But choosing where to stay can be a bit more complicated.
Exploring Puerto Rico’s Rich History And Vibrant Culture
Puerto Rico is filled with beautiful and important history. The city of Old San Juan dates back to 1521, making it one of the oldest in the Caribbean. Walking around Old San Juan through its cobblestone streets and preserved, colorful Spanish colonial buildings will make you feel like you have been transported to a different time and place.
Spanish colonial history is just one important facet of Puerto Rico’s vibrant history. It is also a very Caribbean island, which is very apparent in its food, music, and people. The food is a perfect embodiment of the melting pot that is Puerto Rico.
There are distinct African, Caribbean, and Spanish influences in the cuisine, which has lots of unique flavors within its many rice, bean, plantain, meat, and seafood dishes, including the island’s most famous dish – mofongo.
Music is also historically important to Puerto Rico. Not only has music helped launch the island’s most famous inhabitants, including Ricky Martin, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny, and many more, but both Bomba and Reggaeton were founded here, and music is everywhere at all times on this island.
Since 1898, Puerto Rico has been a territory of the United States. This relationship is unique, and it is a relationship that continues to change with time. While distinctly unique, there are also some very American qualities to Puerto Rico. From the use of the US dollar to stores like Costco and Walmart, American history is very apparent in everyday life in Puerto Rico.
Top Puerto Rico Destinations Worth Leaving Your Resort For
Even when staying at one of the best resorts in Puerto Rico, there are multiple reasons you should venture off the hotel grounds so you can see some of the best attractions this island has to offer.
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Wander The Streets Of Old San Juan
Old San Juan is not only one of the oldest cities in the Americas, but it is also still filled with many important historical buildings and landmarks. Located close to many of the top resorts in Puerto Rico, it is often easy to reach Old San Juan by taxi or Uber.
You can walk the cobblestone streets on your own or you can also take a walking tour. Make sure you visit Fortaleza Street, one of the most vibrant and attractive streets in Old San Juan.
Old San Juan also has numerous historic sites and stunning cathedrals and is even the birthplace of the pina colada cocktail. Visit the Caribe Hilton and have one of these beverages from the establishment that invented it.
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Explore Castillo San Felipe del Morro & Castillo de San Cristóbal
Not far from the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan is the most iconic landmark of Puerto Rico – San Felipe del Morro.
“El Morro,” as it is called by locals, is a giant Spanish Fort along the shores of San Juan. Its massive 40-foot-high and 20-foot-thick walls are still intact today, even though the fort was built beginning in the 16th century.
Castillo de San Cristobal was built to protect the Siand from a land invasion and is a vast fort complex, and the largest fort built by the Spanish in the New World. Visitors of any of Puerto Rico’s top resorts can enter and explore both forts.
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El Yunque National Forest
Puerto Rico also boasts one of the most incredible and unique jungles in the Americas. El Yunque National Forest is a lush, historically rich jungle that spans 28,000 acres in the central and eastern mountainous region of Puerto Rico.
You can take a half-day or full-day trip from your Puerto Rico resort to this incredible wilderness and cater your day to your interests. You can also drive yourself; just know some of the roads are steep and not the best.
The park has great hiking trails, multiple waterfalls, old ruins, and evidence of ancient natives. The park also provides a home for more than 200 tree species, 50 types of orchids, and tons of unique wildlife.
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Vieques And Culebra
Puerto Rico is not just one island, but several. Vieques and Culebra are the two most popular islands off the coast of mainland Puerto Rico. You can take a fast flight, a ferry, or a private boat to Vieques or Culebra.
Culebra is the smallest of the two islands but boasts some of the best beaches, snorkeling, and amazing diving in Puerto Rico. The top attraction in Culebra is Flamenco Beach, which is a stunning horseshoe bay that has the best beach and snorkeling on the island.
Vieques is larger, with some great beaches, and is also the home of some of the most vibrant bioluminescence in the world. Night kayaking in Vieques is an incredible way to experience this rare natural wonder.
Frequently asked questions
The San Juan area, including Old San Juan and nearby Condado, is the best area to base yourself for a Puerto Rican vacation. With great beaches, dozens of the top resorts on the island, proximity to the airport, excursions, and cultural points of interest, the San Juan area is also the best and most popular part of Puerto Rico to stay in.
Puerto Rico has several resorts that include many amenities and extra, but not like what you would expect from the best all-inclusive resorts with unlimited offerings within a vast compound that you find on other Caribbean islands. Several luxury resorts offer meal plans, as well as many resorts with robust amenities.
The best month to visit Puerto Rico is April, when most winter and Spring Break tourism has diminished, and the weather is warm and pleasant. Hurricane season, between June and November, offers cheaper prices with the added risk of serious weather.
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