31 Best Hotels in Puerto Rico, for Flavor, Flora, and Seaside Escapes

As someone with Puerto Rican roots who returns often, I’ve come to see the island not as a single destination, but as a place that constantly reveals itself in new dimensions. One trip might lead me deep into the cloud-kissed mountains, chasing after the rush of hidden waterfalls; another, to a beach bar in the west where time slows down during golden hour. Lately, though, it’s the places I've checked into on the island that linger long in my memory.

Puerto Rico is in the midst of a hotel renaissance, where the stay is part of the story. Beyond the island’s familiar Airbnb escapes, a new wave of hotels is taking root: lush, design-led boutiques in sleepy surf towns, lovingly restored colonial mansions, and resorts reinventing themselves with native flora, Puerto Rican art, and ingredients harvested nearby. The island’s creative spirit is showing up in every detail, from oceanfront lounges to jungle-fringed spas.

With its mix of adult-only retreats and family-friendly hideaways, a visit to Puerto Rico—passport-free for US travelers—is not just easy to reach, but simply impossible to forget. From San Juan to Rincón, read on for 31 best hotels in Puerto Rico worth traveling for.

Our top picks:

• Best for first-timers: Condado Ocean Club, San Juan
• Best for families: Caribe Hilton, San Juan
• Best amenities: Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado
• Most romantic: Royal Isabela, Isabela
• Best for beach access: La Concha Resort, Autograph Collection, San Juan

 

Courtesy Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

 

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Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

El San Juan Hotel has one of the most dramatic lobbies on the island, with a glistening oval chandelier—the third largest of its kind in the world—shining in the center. It's a bright contrast to the intricately carved mahogany and polished marble in one of the hotel's five bars that sits directly below. Tempting though it might be to linger, the beach and four pools will call you outside. Rooms in the Grand Tower have ocean, pool, or city views, and enough space for a proper sitting area. Villas, meanwhile, are centered around a pool, with outdoor space, large bathrooms, and a complimentary breakfast. Varying levels of suites offer expanded living areas; the highest tier pulls out all the stops with a baby grand piano, private whirlpool, terraces, and more. The convenience factor doesn't hurt either, as you can't get much closer to the airport than this.

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Palacio Provincial

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Travelers who want to be immersed in the historic center of San Juan find this fabulous boutique a polished, well-located option. It’s no surprise that this new opening comes from the same hotel group that runs the historic El Convento around the corner, with an adroit blending of old and new world design. The building dates to the 19th century, and has spent much of its history as a place where things get done, serving as a post office, a tax collector, the US Department of Agriculture and Commerce, and the Puerto Rico Department of State. Towering, wood-beamed ceilings make the 43 rooms and suites feel particularly spacious and airy. Juliet balconies, checkerboard floors, spacious showers, and small accents of color complement a pleasingly minimalist and modernist decor. The rooftop pool offers a relaxing refuge from the Old City bustle, along with a bird’s-eye view of San Juan harbor.

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Condado Ocean Club

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2019, 2020

Ocean Club is an apt moniker for this hotel, thanks to its prime slice of beachfront that hugs a decently-sized infinity pool and sun deck, and rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows that make a water-view room well worth the upgrade. The rocky shoreline isn't the best for swimming, although walking on the soft sand, watching the waves roll in, is a lovely way to start your morning. The main stretch of Condado Beach, complete with chair and umbrella service for cheap, is a five-minute walk away (just don't forget to grab a towel from the friendly hotel staff first). Take in the sunset over the Atlantic Ocean on the al fresco beachside terrace at Social restaurant, while pina-colada drinking couples around the pool sway to the measured thump of a DJ set. You might feel like you woke up in the middle of a white party in Ibiza, but it works.

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ALMA San Juan

 

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ALMA San Juan

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This is a stylish example of why San Juan is much more than just a beach town, and with a location especially attractive to those seeking cultural immersion. The 56 rooms are designed with light sand and wood tones, echoing the city’s historic architecture with arched windows, iron chandeliers, cascading greenery, and art by locals. Balcony suites overlook the city’s iconic Plaza Colon. The hotel is surrounded by the oldest city in the Americas and over 500 years of history. The blue-cobblestoned streets are a delight to get lost in, with a piece of history around every corner, from the forts of El Morro and San Cristobal to the bar that birthed the pina colada. The shopping, the monuments, restaurants, and bars—including one of the “50 Best in the world”—offer endless entertainment. The hotel is particularly convenient for those passing through the port.

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ALOFT San Juan

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Convenience and novelty are the driving forces here: Cruisers will appreciate the proximity to the Pan American Pier for bookending their stays, and conventioneers are steps away from the Centro de Convenciones Gobernador Pedro Roselló. ALOFT San Juan is in the center of Distrito T-Mobile, a glitzy new entertainment complex that includes Toro Verde Urban Park, complete with zipline; a dozen eating establishments ranging from cocina Criolla to tacos and Asian fusion; a multiplex cinema with the first Screen X technology in the Caribbean; a concert hall; and a central plaza with an eye-catching mega-screen. The hotel is also a 10-minute cab ride to Old San Juan, Condado, and Miramar. The well-known Marriott sub-brand is the first to open in the Caribbean. The 177 rooms follow the brand’s design ethic: minimal, “lofty,” and cool with pops of color, accented with art that mimics the neon jungle of Distrito. There’s a fitness center and outdoor pool on the third level; touchless technology with mobile keys, amenities upon chat request, and complimentary Wi-Fi; pets are welcomed, too.

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Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

At Condado Vanderbilt, a pink marble, Art Deco lobby sweeps you into a bygone era in Condado, the neighborhood where San Juan's elite once summered. Originally opened in 1919, the Vanderbilt was Puerto Rico’s first luxury hotel; in 1940, it also became the first on the island to have a casino (no longer). Over the years, it has welcomed luminaries and presidents like Franklin Roosevelt and John F. Kennedy, Jr. The hotel was renovated and reopened in 2014, with two additional towers. Even after its 100th anniversary, it still reigns as San Juan’s premier stay. The hotel is home to the city's best spa, and the only one on the island with a Turkish bath. Indoor and outdoor treatments span everything from basic massages to a complete Hammam ritual.

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Hotel El Convento

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2025

Hotel El Convento's bright yellow Spanish Colonial structure is a true landmark in Old San Juan, right up there with the 16th-century cathedral that faces it and the forts and battlements that first established the city. El Convento's 81 tastefully refurbished rooms and suites either have views of the Old City or the San Juan Bay; those overlooking the San Juan Cathedral, among the oldest in the Western hemisphere, are especially transportive. Andalusian tile floors, modern marble bathrooms, and Juliet balconies or private terraces grace each room; mahogany furniture, louvered doors, beams, and ceiling fans nod to the hotel’s history. It's a blessed reminder that there's much more to San Juan than pina coladas on the beach. There's nowhere else in the United States where one can stay in a nearly 400-year-old building in a 500-year-old city. El Convento is perfect for those who crave an alternative to the island's resorts.

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Aire de O:live

 

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Aire de O:live

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An addition to San Juan’s preeminent boutique hotel mini-chain is the brand’s first beachfront stay, designed with the same keen eye for the trademark sustainable luxury that denotes “the O:live experience.” Quiet luxury goes to the beach at this new addition to Isla Verde, set on one of San Juan’s loveliest stretches of sand. The sustainably driven high design embraces earthen elements—wood, stone, cotton, rattan—with the Atlantic Ocean as a dramatic backdrop. Set apart from the city’s hustle and bustle, this is one of Puerto Rico’s most laid-back and transportive stays, drawing a stylish crowd that looks as if they usually vacation in Ibiza. All 80 rooms exude an instantly calming, spa-like aesthetic. The Agua de O:live suites, complete with a heated plunge pool and a Zen garden right inside the room, are the most coveted. Ocean views from the balcony suites are downright artful.

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Caribe Hilton

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Opened in 1949, this was the first Hilton hotel outside of the mainland United States. Though a more raucous culture has been replaced by family-friendliness, the Caribe retains its glam-trop energy, attracting everyone from Gloria Swanson to Elizabeth Taylor to Johnny Depp over the years. That said, it's a popular lodging for good reason—with promised luxury, top-tier amenities, and a sea-blue setting. At 652 rooms, it’s one of San Juan’s largest hotels, yet it feels more intimate than its capacity would suggest. It has also been an iconic setting for San Juan’s latest comeback story, previously reopening after a 15-month closure following Hurricane Maria.

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Casa Bajura Bed and Breakfast

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In the laid-back northwestern town of Isabela, Casa Bajura is an airy bed-and-breakfast, just a short stroll from a quiet, local, surf-forward beach. The property blends seamlessly into its lush surrounding environment—its design as fluid and natural as the tides that shape the coast. Casa Bajura is a curated experience for those who crave authenticity, creativity, and a true connection to Puerto Rico’s natural beauty. Some of the most notable efforts include natural cross-ventilation, reducing the need for air conditioning; energy-efficient lighting, and the use of native plants—such as beach grapes and bromeliads, in the landscaping. Local materials, like native stone and custom concrete block brise-soleils, further reinforce the hotel’s commitment to regenerative travel and sustainability.

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La Concha Resort

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2018, 2019

For those who want resort amenities—pools, beach, gourmet restaurants, and nightlife—smack-dab in the city, this classic is conveniently sandwiched between the shores of the Condado Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean. Soothing sea-toned motifs flow through 478 spacious, recently renovated rooms. Balcony rooms with ocean views are particularly captivating; you can’t beat the breezes in the afternoon. Ashford Avenue is the ritzy “Main Street” of Condado, peppered with high-end shops, restaurants, and bars. The resort abuts the lovely Ventanas al Mar park, which holds free jazz concerts at the end of each month. Care to kayak or enjoy some paddleboarding? The lagoon is right across the street. The Casino Del Mar is one of San Juan’s last remnants of its gambling capital glory days. Fifty Eight Nightclub draws an energetic dance crowd.

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El Conquistador, A Waldorf Astoria Resort

$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2016

With plans to expand to 750 rooms in 2026, El Conquistador is known for its 4K close-up on one of the most unique ecosystems in the US and its palatial plethora of space. With a breathtaking beachfront backdrop, the Caribbean Riviera resort is located near El Yunque Rain Forest. Its plentiful rooms, ranging from ocean view kings and suites to three-bedroom casitas, are ideal for families and multi-generational groups. A nearby private beach can be reached by a 30-minute ferry ride, where guests can indulge in snorkeling and jetskiing, beachfront dining, and frozen cocktails in the sand. The premises, located on a 300-foot cliff overlooking the ocean, are deceptively large, and every twist around the corner reveals another pool, hot tub, or private nook with a view of the ocean. It's also home to a swim-up bar, 19 bars and restaurants, and a waterpark with three slides, a lazy river, and a kids' section. —Jamie Spain

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Hix Island House

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Set on 13 acres of fruit trees, whispering pines, and palms, on the island of Vieques, Hix Island House consists of five geometric concrete buildings—triangular, round, square, and rectangular—that fit into the natural surroundings despite their modernist design. This tropical home-away-from-home has 19 huge, loft-like, polished-concrete spaces, all austerely decorated with wood furnishings and small pops of color. All but two have outdoor showers; all have kitchens, patios or terraces, and garden or ocean views. A hilltop locale in the center of the island affords views of the ocean in all directions. The very definition of seclusion—there are no phones, TV, or Wi-Fi—the property serves as the ultimate place to hole up and opt out.

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Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve

$$$ |  Gold List 2020  Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

Unlike with other properties on Puerto Rico's resort-heavy north shore, Dorado Beach's emphasis is on its setting. The resort has undergone many transformations (including after Hurricane Maria in 2017), but since Laurance Rockefeller built a sanctuary here, it has been all about sea, sand, and green spaces. Rooms are bookended by beach-facing terraces and outdoor showers, and museum-quality art is scattered on tree branches. But it’s the Spa Botánico, a tropical wonderland that’s much more than the usual cluster of treatment rooms, that really sticks to Rockefeller’s approach. After visiting, you’ll remember the 95-year-old ficus at the entrance most clearly. That or the treehouse in the canopy where you had the greatest massage of your life.

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The Dreamcatcher

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The Dreamcatcher is a white-washed, clay-tiled, bougainvillea-trimmed house that looks like a typical Ocean Park hacienda outside and a Zen sanctuary inside with Buddha statues, hammocks, fountains, lazy ceiling fans, and handmade dreamcatchers. Owner Sylvia De Marco carefully curated the space to maximize relaxation, connecting New Age elements with age-old antique furniture and crystals. Opened in 2012, Dreamcatcher holds the title of San Juan’s first and only (so far) vegetarian hotel.

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El Blok

$$ |  Hot List 2015

El Blok's curving, concrete, Brutalist-style building looks like it crash-landed from outer space, and its otherworldliness sets it apart on the island of Vieques, which is a 25-minute flight from San Juan. The perforated gray walls are reminiscent of coral, with light and shadows evoking the feeling a reef. The 26 rooms feel natural, modern, and minimalist, with furniture that wouldn't look out of place in a SoHo boutique. All rooms feature balconies and rain showers, and for the lucky voyeurs in the crowd, showers in most rooms are peek-a-boo. Placita, helmed by chef Alex Espinal, serves modern Puerto Rican cuisine, either fired in a mesquite grill or spun on a rotisserie, with dishes like grilled tuna over coconut basmati rice or pork shank with chimichurri. Two bars set two different moods: Rooftop is a cocktail hotspot featuring live music and DJs, and La Tertulia on street level features a fire pit.

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Finca Victoria

 

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Finca Victoria

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Finca Victoria features all of the accoutrements for a holistic holiday: morning yoga, a vegan kitchen, and a wellness center dedicated to Ayurvedic principles. The bustle of San Juan, and the main island of Puerto Rico, seems to be a world away at this hilltop retreat in Vieques, Puerto Rico’s “little sister” off the main island’s east coast. It’s a verdant retreat for reflection, where the views are expansive during the day and alive with the cosmos at night. The surrounding gardens are not only for aesthetics; they also provide for the vegan kitchen and the natural products used in the wellness center. In addition to maintaining a natural green environment and running a plant-based kitchen, Finca Victoria runs on solar power, uses recycled water, and operates with the aim of eventually becoming completely eco-sustainable and as close to zero-impact on the environment as possible.

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The Fox Hotel

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This pop-art influenced boutique hotel caters to young, fun, and playful types who want to explore the artsy pocket of Ponce. Right off the lovely Plaza Delicias, just 14 minutes from Mercedita International airport and one-and-a-half hours from SJU, fashionable creatives feed off the brightly-colored pop art energy inside, where Warhol and Lichtenstein prints lurk around every corner and retro films are screened right on the lobby walls. Boldly decorated—a magenta stallion statue guards the lobby stairwell, faux pink flamingos pose in the fountain in the plaza patio, neon-lit accents everywhere—it’s the right kind of quirky. The town center is full of architectural charms. Charming restaurants, cafes, and shops also populate the center; Coffee House Bistro features breakfast all day and casual fare like wraps, sandwiches, salads, and smoothies. Guests hail the cocktails and local coffee. The hotel also occasionally hosts pop-up events, such as paella night, with guest chefs and food vendors in the patio entry.

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Hilton Ponce Golf & Casino Resort

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Opened in 1992 in Puerto Rico's so-called "second city," the Hilton Ponce is the largest hotel in the south of the island. Entering the main lobby can be puzzling; it certainly is welcoming and spacious, but where is everyone? Outside, it turns out—perhaps by the expansive pool area or the 27-hole golf course. If they're spending time any time at all inside, they're likely tucked into meeting or event rooms.

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Horned Dorset Primavera, Puerto Rico

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A former private home, the Horned Dorset opened as a hotel in 1987. Since then, it has become one of the island's most popular spots for destination weddings, thanks to striking sunsets and its ocean views. Perched on the west coast of the island outside the town of Rincón, the hotel is a secluded, Spanish Revival getaway on three oceanfront acres. Inside, Moorish arches, Moroccan lamps, and ornate tile create a sense of far-flung opulence.

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O:live Boutique Hotel

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The design at O:live is like a whole new genre: welcome to Euro-Trop, where Moroccan tile, wood-slatted walls, and Continental antiques mingle with palms and chirping coquis. The pistachio-scented rum coquito offered upon check-in plays up that cultural blend, and the two-places-at-once theme is especially apparent on the roof deck of the five-story building, which has lemon trees, a plunge pool, and soaring views of the Condado Lagoon and Atlantic Ocean.

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O:LV Fifty Five

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2021

O:LV Fifty Five's greenery-covered exterior opens into a black-and-white marble lobby with a modern, Gatsby-goes-to-the-Caribbean vibe. Instagrammable details throughout—a chandelier here, a valuable piece of art there, and jaw-dropping views—fuel the aesthetics. Rooms look like something out of a high-end fashion magazine. Each of the 26 rooms is a suite; all but two have balconies, and some include showers that open to the outdoors. Design details include quilted headboards, shiny walnut furnishings, light drapes, and powder-blue sofas. The rooftop trumps all others in the city; there’s the multi-tiered pool and hot tub, splashed with colorful lighting at night. The pièce de résistance, however, is the Rolls-Royce that converts into a DJ booth and Champagne bar. This is an absolute breath of fresh air for those who wish to embrace San Juan’s rising art and design culture; it has particular sex appeal for stylish couples.

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Parguera Plaza Hotel

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Nearly Ibiza-inspired, the white-splashed and lush property is visited by boat parties, locals, and in-the-know travelers, looking for a fun yet refreshing retreat. Parguera Plaza Hotel reopened after a full renovation in 2025 to its suites and pool area, where local musicians play late into the night beneath strings of lights and swaying palms. (Enjoy it and join the fun—or, pack earplugs to sleep through the weekends.) Between the music, the mezcal, and the moonlit water glowing just down the block, the hotel is proof that the island’s western paradise is getting a little louder—and a whole lot more fun. Right outside the hotel is La Parguera’s main square, buzzing with souvenir shops, street vendors, and local bars that stay lively well into the night. A short stroll brings you to the bay docks, where boats launch toward the offshore keys or the glowing waters of the bioluminescent bay, one of only three on the island.

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Puertas at El Quenepo

 

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Puertas at El Quenepo

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Since 2007, El Quenepo has been Vieques’s premier restaurant. After 15 years as successful restaurateurs, Scott and Kate Cole opened up their second floor as an exquisitely-renovated inn that embraces Caribbean cottage sophistication. Guests open their puertas right to Caribbean Sea views at this intimate new guest house. It’s the perfect destination for those who want to be somewhat removed but not quite cut-off from civilization. Situated right on the promenade along Esperanza beach, the location lends a peek into the rhythm of the village, lively on seasonal weekends, quiet during the week when there’s nothing but the sound of the surf to lull you to sleep. Six rooms are outfitted in four poster beds, antique wood furniture, Spanish-style tiling and local art. All rooms include terraces, rainfall showers, A/C and lazily whirring ceiling fans. Beach chairs and towels come with each. The communal terrace showcases the gripping sea views.

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El Pretexto

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Opened in 2018 after the devastating hurricanes, El Pretexto, a celebration of Puerto Rico’s agriculture and natural beauty, was a labor of love by the young entrepreneur Crystal Diaz. Winding mountain passes, edged with greenery, lead the way to a mini farm, where the second thing you notice—after the breathtaking view, of course—are the beds of lettuce, tomato, and corn plants, and banana and avocado trees. Enjoy the scenery and the fresh mountain air, laze around in a hammock, or read a book. Four villas feature wood and stone elements; all have kitchenettes; some have terraces that offer front-row seats to a chorus of coquis; one has a heated plunge pool; all embrace the surrounding mountain views. This is a one-of-a-kind experience in Puerto Rico. Even the most die-hard city slickers don’t mind a few days of being a country bumpkin here.

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Royal Isabela

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With a stone tower rising from a cliff, Royal Isabela resembles a fortress, especially from a distance. But La Casa, the property's main building, was actually patterned after an antique sugar mill: a tribute to the island’s agricultural history. The hotel painstakingly maintains its 426 oceanfront acres as part nature preserve, part golf course, with an ethic dedicated to conservation. Rainwater is recycled, an on-site organic farm supplies the restaurant, and even the golf course is sustainably maintained. The wildlife is one of the highlights—it’s as if Animal Planet is shooting a series on the front lawn. Take advantage of humpback whale sightings (from January to April), sea turtle sightings, and a natural aviary filled with birds and butterflies.

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The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico

$$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020

Twinkling, polished elegance pervades the entire St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort oceanfront complex, where pathways wind through perfectly manicured gardens, opening into an expansive, two-mile-long beach. Built on a former sugar cane and coconut farm, the luxurious property originally opened in 2010. The 139 dolphin-gray and sand-dollar-white rooms were designed by celebrated local designer Nono Maldonado. You could hold a convention in the giant bathrooms, which have rain showers and soaking tubs. And the Iridium spa has a hot tub, steam rooms, cold pools, a sauna, and yoga and Pilates classes. The massage villas incorporate rum, coffee, and tropical fruits into treatments, and the two-mile-long beach is yours to explore.

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Tres Sirenas Beach Inn

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It's impossible not to breathe in deeply once you arrive at Tres Sirenas, a white-washed oceanfront property. Soothing waves beckon from the beach, and the bustle of busy San Juan feels worlds away. Rincón is known as the surf capital of Puerto Rico. Surf beaches are a mile away from Tres Sirenas; the town center is a 10-minute walk. The hotel's five rooms all have ocean views and feel like tropical villas, with clay-tiled floors, wood furniture, breezy ceiling fans, and private terraces. You can borrow paddle boards, kayaks, and snorkel gear. Owner Lisa Masters is a licensed Jivamukti instructor who teaches on-site and organizes yoga retreats. An oceanfront pool is flanked with canopied daybeds, while an adjoining swimming cove offers a nice alternative to Rincón's wavy surf beaches.

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Villa Montaña Beach Resort

 

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Villa Montaña Beach Resort

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Independently-owned Villa Montaña offers all of the services of a resort while retaining the personable character of a boutique stay. Three miles of beach and 35 acres of lush greenery combine for a secluded collection of rooms and villas, spaciously scattered throughout a special slice of nature. Hacienda-style structures dot the property, whitewashed with terracotta tiling and Spanish colonial-style accents. It adds up to casual elegance with a stunning front-row view of the beach. There are a surprising number of amenities for a boutique resort, including two pools, fishing, wind and kite surfing, scuba, complimentary beach cruiser bicycles, complimentary snorkel equipment, and horseback riding on the beach. Also, Chef Rafael Grau’s Eclipse is regarded as one of the best restaurants on the island.

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Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Golf and Beach Resort

$$ |  Readers' Choice Awards 2022

For an unspoiled section of Puerto Rico's coastline complete with 18 holes of gold, the Rio Grande is the perfect place to unwind between idyllic beaches and the iconic El Yunque rainforest—which inspired this hotel's environmental scientist-led activities program. A serene pool and beachfront make this one of the most relaxing places to stay on the island, and guests love the onsite dining. Plus, 400 recently refurbished rooms and suites showcase a “jungle, sun, and surf” theme with neutral tones accented with tropical greens and blues. Spa-influenced bathrooms are complete with rainfall shower heads and marble vanities. Every room has a private balcony—and the 1,600-square-foot Governor’s suite is a stunner.

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Wyndham Palmas Beach and Golf Boutique Resort

 

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Wyndham Palmas Beach and Golf Boutique Resort

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When you want all the amenities but not the crowds, this off-the-beaten-path boutique delivers, especially for golfers and tennis enthusiasts. Clay-tiled roofs and pastel pinks make this property appear to be in a perpetual state of sunset. The resort includes amenities of a larger-scale stay—from a swim-up bar to beach beds to tennis courts—but with an intimate guest count. 107 newly-renovated rooms, some poolside, some with balconies, all awash in seafoam and wood tones. Art in the room mimics the beautiful greenery, such as the ubiquitous Pterocarpus trees, that populate the property. The resort sits among a Pterocarpus forest and a turtle nesting area for those looking to reconnect with lush, verdant greenery and wildlife.

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FAQ:
 

What part of Puerto Rico is the best to stay in?

Puerto Rico may be small, but it packs a punch with its diverse landscapes and rich culture. San Juan, the iconic capital city on the island's northern coast, is a lively mix of colonial charm, modern amenities, and golden beaches—perfect for those seeking both history and nightlife. For a peaceful getaway, head southeast to Vieques, an idyllic island off the east coast famous for its wild, untouched beaches and the glowing waters of Mosquito Bay. On the southern coast, Ponce offers a taste of Puerto Rico’s cultural roots, with its neoclassical architecture, vibrant plazas, and museums. To the southwest, La Parguera in Lajas is known for its boat-town feel, mangroves, and bioluminescent waters. The western region—including Rincón (on the island’s northwest tip), Isabela, and Aguadilla—is a surfer’s paradise, with dramatic cliffs, stunning beaches, and quiet coves. Whether you’re drawn to the lively city or remote beaches, renting a car and circling the island gives you the freedom to explore Puerto Rico’s many treasures.

 

What all-inclusive hotels are in Puerto Rico?

While Puerto Rico isn’t as synonymous with all-inclusives as other Caribbean destinations, there are still a few standout resorts that offer a seamless, everything-included experience. While not fully all-inclusive, iconic San Juan hotels Condado Ocean Club and Caribe Hilton offer the option to book packages with curated experiences that mimic the “all-inclusive” essence. Similarly, the Wyndham Grand Rio Mar in Rio Grande, with its beachfront location and array of dining options, makes it a popular choice for those who want to unplug. There's also the St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort in Rio Grande, which features gourmet meals, world-class service, and stunning beachfront views.

 

Which hotels in Puerto Rico have the best ocean views?

If you're looking to wake up to nothing but blue, Puerto Rico offers a range of stunning oceanfront stays. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve delivers unparalleled luxury with its sweeping views of the Atlantic, while Condado Vanderbilt in San Juan offers an elegant blend of city energy and mesmerizing ocean vistas. For a more secluded retreat, Royal Isabela on the northwest coast sits dramatically on cliffs, offering panoramic views of the Atlantic from nearly every angle. If you're seeking a mix of relaxation and beach access, La Concha Resort in Condado pairs beachfront access with skyline views, making it one of the best places for both city lovers and beachgoers.

 

How we choose the best hotels in Puerto Rico

Every hotel on this list has been selected independently by our editors and written by a Condé Nast Traveler journalist who knows the destination and has visited that property. When choosing hotels, our editors consider properties across price points that offer an authentic and insider experience of a destination, keeping design, location, service, and sustainability credentials top of mind.