Puerto Rico’s island life is laid back, cozy, and colorful. Its capital city, San Juan, features plenty of shopping and dining scenes. Lots of restaurants serving Puerto Rican delicacies abound in and around the capital city. The same can be said of the vacation scene throughout the country as well. In addition to beautiful beaches and coral reefs, there are also plenty of unique places to stay on this Caribbean island. From resorts with outdoor swimming pools to private rentals with rainforest views, the options are endless.
Read on to find out about the best places to stay in Puerto Rico!
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 04, 2024.
1. El Conquistador Resort, Fajardo (from USD 409)
This luxurious resort has three outdoor pools and ocean views. There’s also a water park, a spa, a tennis court, a golf course, a gym, bars, a game room, and lots of cool amenities nearby. Guests of the resort can enjoy quick access to the white sands and water sports. The resort also offers onsite horseback riding and water sports such as snorkeling. Some places to eat serving Puerto Rican delicacies are found in the surrounding area as well. The rooms are bright, airy, and high-tech, so you’re sure to have a relaxing stay here.
El Conquistador Resort - Puerto Rico
Address: 1000 El Conquistador Avenue
47.74 km (29.7 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce
2. A villa in the rainforest (from USD 131)
Looking for a truly unique experience? Spend the night in the rainforest! This unique place to stay in Puerto Rico is on the edge of El Yunque National Rainforest and features an open kitchen and living space, three bedrooms, two balconies, 1.5 bathrooms, and a stunning view of the rainforest. It’s also conveniently located near the capital city, San Juan, not to mention San Juan Airport Luquillo beach, and of course, El Yunque. Sounds like the perfect place for you and some friends to get away!
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the casita is clean comfortable and has all the basic necessitiesHost:
so relaxing property manager was very kind and professionaltim is a highly committed and communicative host who made the renting experience flawless for usRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for day trips to san juan and the east coastand we had no idea how perfect the location was until we arrived at the property
3. A Vieques hostel (from USD 100)
Reasonable pricing for a convenient location near attractions and dining options.
Clean and well-equipped rooms with AC, Wi-Fi, and a nearby bar/restaurant. Self-check-in process available.
Conveniently located near the beach, restaurants, and tour pick-up points. Easy access to town attractions.
Tasty food available at the attached bar/restaurant. Limited breakfast options available.
If you’re on Vieques and decide to stay the night (or just looking for something cheaper), why not stay at a hostel? Lazy Hostel offers shared dorm spaces (female only, male only, or co-ed), family spaces, or private rooms if you want one; most bathrooms are also shared and shared dorms have lockers for your stuff. There’s also a communal living space and kitchen, so there would likely be lots of opportunities to get to know and hang out with other travelers. If you don’t want to cook for yourself, they do have a restaurant and bar, and on weekends the bar has parties. It’s located near the beautiful beach, ferry, and wildlife refuge. Mosquito Bay, the brightest bioluminescent bay in the world, is also found near the property.
Lazy Guesthouse
Address: 61a Orquideas St
74.25 km (46.2 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce
4. A suite at Tropica Beach Hotel (from USD 271)
Consistently a top choice among two-person travelers, Tropica Beach Hotel offers various suites that will cater to your needs. The small double room is fit for those who are on a budget. If you’d like to splurge a bit, the deluxe king room offers a stylish interior with a wardrobe and some plush linen.
The rooms in this boutique hotel are all equipped with a TV and free Wi-Fi, so you can stay entertained indoors. A hot tub and a sun terrace are also available for guests to enjoy.
Trópica Beach Hotel
Address: Mccleary 1853
1.36 km (0.9 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce
5. A serene villa in a gated community (from USD 359)
Fitted for large groups of ten, Villa Luna is a slice of heaven in Puerto Rico. It boasts a white exterior and modern amenities like a bright living room with a flat-screen TV and a well-equipped kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances.
This stunning vacation place in Puerto Rico offers four bedrooms and two full baths, along with a deck with a hammock, so you can enjoy stunning views of the turquoise water all day long. When you’re not enjoying water sports, you can also explore the area and the nearby golf courses as well as lots of restaurants with Puerto Rican delicacies!
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
we loved the big dining room table and various porches balconies and communal spacesthere were amazing views from every room and a very short walk to the beachthe kitchen and dining room were perfect for evening meals and game nightsCleanliness:
yabucoa beach is clean and has spectacular waveshouse is clean and large great for the 9 of uswe were lucky to find the cleaning person leaving tge houseHost:
the owner was so helpful with suggestions and resourcesthe owner was responsive in a timely manner to answer any questions or concernswe were impressed with elizabeth owner when she was helpful changing our original reservationthe locations seemed very safe and the owner was very accessiblenot to mention the owners parents are next door and are super friendly and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
the house was beautiful as well as the locationthe location of the home is outstandingwe picked this place because we really wanted to just relax and that we dida short walk down to the beach with a beautiful backyard for entertaining
6. The Casablanca Hotel, Old San Juan (from USD 198)
Coming to Puerto Rico and don’t know where to stay? If you’re looking for something different, The Casablanca Hotel may just be for you. It has an eclectic and artsy style (and includes early 20th-century pieces) and is right in the middle of Old San Juan, so wandering its streets would be a piece of cake (it’s also near the sandy beach and historic sites). The rooms in this boutique hotel are cozy and stylish, and come with standard amenities; what’s not standard (but awesome) is that breakfast is served from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in their café, while the movie Casablanca plays as entertainment!
CasaBlanca Hotel
Address: 316 Fortaleza Street
4.82 km (3.0 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce
7. A Ponce home with lots of room
There’s plenty of space for up to 7 people in this Ponce home. There are 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an up-to-date kitchen, and an open living space. It’s also less than 10 minutes from downtown Ponce, which is a popular destination for both tourists and Puerto Ricans alike. There’s even a supermarket across the street. Whether you’ve got a big family or are with friends, you can all have a comfortable stay here.
Ponce, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
73.36 km (45.6 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de SanturceTop guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
recommend designate a parking space and air conditioning in the living roomCleanliness:
everything as described very clean and spaciousthe place is clean and a nice neighborhoodit smelled good and was very spaciousvery comfortable nice and cleanthe apartment was clean and accommodated 4 guests just fineHost:
you will definitely experience amazing customer service from the hostssarah and bryan were great hostssarah and bryan where great hostsgreat help from hosts although never got to meet themhowever host is very service oriented and wants you to feel as much as comfortable you canRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatgreat location everything is nearbycomfortable house great location and safemost things as advertisedcentral location easy check in processnice and peaceful location in ponce
8. A room at the Gladiolas (from USD 145)
The Gladiolas apartment building features a central location in Ponce, and its apartments are chic and spacious. An open living space with a balcony, a kitchen with standard amenities and a dining area, and a quaint bedroom are included. It’s a bright, welcoming space, and its coveted city view is hard to beat. Open the balcony doors to let the light and air in, or close them to tuck yourself away. The choice is yours!
Gladiolas 2202
Address: 121 Calle Villa
75.47 km (46.9 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de Santurce
9. An apartment with a historic ocean view
This elegant apartment in Old San Juan features a fantastic location right on the island’s edge; from its balcony, you have a spectacular panoramic view of the ocean, as well as the National Historic Site, Castillo San Cristóbal. There are 2 beds and 1 bathroom. It’s also, of course, surrounded by the shops and restaurants of Old San Juan, so everything is within easy walking distance. If I were you, I’d spend every morning sipping coffee on that balcony.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
4.81 km (3.0 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de SanturceAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great view very comfortable and cozyi was in a lovely 2bed/2bath apartment with a washer and dryer and full kitchena truly stunning room with an unprecedented viewceiling fan in back bed area does not workotherwise the view is beautiful it's pretty spacious and comfortableCleanliness:
clean house and great communicationeverything was very cleanthe room was clean and had lots of towelsthe rooms were nice and clean we had three towels for the three of usmarija is a great host everything is perfectly clean and comfortableHost:
the staff very lovelythe staff was very friendlystaff was responsive and entry was easymarija and the other staff were really kind and helpfullet me first start by saying that beatriz was nice and very responsive to my questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place near old towngreat location and reasonable pricebest location in old san juanamazing location in old san juan lots of places within walking distancegreat location the building is old but the location makes up for it
10. A classy remodeled apartment with unbelievable ocean views, and a gorgeous beach near rain forest
This classy two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment in Luquillo is an ideal getaway for up to six people and has a great view of the ocean. It’s located in a gated community, which comes with an outdoor pool, a pool table and ping-pong table, a tennis court, and beach access. There are several major attractions and activities nearby, and the host is always happy to help - she can even get you a babysitter!
37.82 km (23.5 mi) from La Plaza del Mercado de SanturceAccommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 3
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the air conditioners in the bedrooms provided comfortable sleepingour favorite part was the open patio/living room optionsheila's condominium was was clean comfortable and had a spectacular viewcommunity is gated and very secure with swimming pool beach access tennis/basketball courts etcmy three girls and i enjoyed staying at sheila’s apartment immenselyCleanliness:
staff keeps the grounds clean and security is goodHost:
sheila the host was very responsive to all of my emails and phone callsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is great for exploring the luquillo areayou have a close proximity to the day to day life in luquillo which we enjoyedlocation-wise we enjoyed playing at the beach and had an increadible time at el yunque national parkthe nearby luquillo beach and adjacent park provide opportunities for great beach days with lots of parking available
Relax in style
No matter where in Puerto Rico you are, there is sure to be a unique and cozy place to stay. If I were you, I’d pick a place with a balcony. Who knows? It could be overlooking the rainforest, the golden sand, the ocean, or the colorful streets!
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