In Puerto Rico, there are many excellent places to stay depending on your preferences for location, style, and budget. Here are some top recommendations:
Resorts and Luxury Hotels
- El Conquistador Resort (Fajardo) : Oceanside resort with chic rooms and villas offering ocean views, 3 pools, a water park, and over 20 restaurants and bars. Rated 4.4/5.
- Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar (Dorado) : Colorful studios and suites overlooking the ocean, with pools, a spa, golf, and beach access. Rated 4.4/5.
- Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve (Río Grande) : Upscale beachfront hotel with a lagoon-style pool and 3 restaurants. Rated 4.2/5.
- The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort (Río Grande) : Luxury beachfront resort in a rainforest setting with a spa, golf course, and posh dining. Rated 4.6/5 and LGBTQ+ friendly
- Royal Sonesta San Juan (Carolina) : Upscale beachfront hotel with 4 restaurants, 4 bars, an outdoor pool, fitness center, and spa. Rated 4.4/5.
- Embassy Suites by Hilton Dorado del Mar Beach Resort (Dorado) : Relaxed all-suite beachfront resort with direct beach access, outdoor pool, restaurant, and gym. Rated 4.2/5.
- Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve (Dorado) : Plush beach resort with elegant rooms, 3 golf courses, a spa, and a water park. Rated 4.7/5 and LGBTQ+ friendly.
Boutique and Historic Hotels
- Hotel El Convento (Old San Juan) : A beautifully restored 1640s Spanish colonial building with lush courtyards, rooftop views, and gourmet dining. Offers an authentic Puerto Rican vibe and access to Old San Juan attractions
- Hotel El Colonial (Old San Juan) : Old-world boutique hotel with private terraces, rooftop tubs, stunning views, and a classy atmosphere ideal for couples
Popular Areas to Stay
- San Juan : The capital city offers a vibrant mix of culture, nightlife, historic sites, and beaches. Ideal for first-time visitors wanting city life and easy access to the airport
- Isla Verde (San Juan area) : Known for beautiful beaches, casinos, and shopping. The Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is a top choice here
- Dorado and Río Grande : Great for luxury resorts with golf and nature nearby, including St. Regis Bahia Beach and Ritz-Carlton Dorado
- Vieques : For a more laid-back, boutique hotel experience with beautiful beaches and nature
Budget and Social Options
- Santurcia Hostel (San Juan) : Stylish hostel in the nightlife district with a rooftop bar, great for meeting other travelers
In summary, if you want luxury and beach access, resorts like The St. Regis Bahia Beach or Dorado Beach by Ritz-Carlton are excellent. For culture and history, stay in Old San Juan at Hotel El Convento or Hotel El Colonial. For a lively city vibe with nightlife, San Juan and Isla Verde are top picks. Budget travelers can consider hostels like Santurcia in San Juan
