Where to stay

Deciding where to stay on your holiday is nearly as important as the destination itself. In Puerto Rico, your choice could be a parador (small hotel) located in a nature reserve; a luxurious resort with exclusive service; a glamping eco-retreat nestled in a bird sanctuary; a vacation rental near the beach or in the mountains; a modern hotel in the middle of a bustling entertainment district; or a historic property in Old San Juan surrounded by restaurants, local shops, and bars. No matter your style of traveling, Puerto Rico hotels and accommodations offer a warm Boricua welcome and options to fit every budget and preference.

When planning your holiday to Puerto Rico, we should make your reservations as far in advance as possible to guarantee a spot at your perfect property. Hotels can become fully booked months before the high season, which begins in mid-November and ends in mid-April.

The hotels in San Juan and the east coast are the most popular among off-Island visitors to Puerto Rico. Meanwhile, the south and west regions of the Island are more often frequented by locals and tend to be busier during summer months, which is the high season for Puerto Ricans traveling around the Island.

What to do

In Puerto Rico, discover hidden gems, exhilarating outdoor experiences, and a vibrant Island culture.

What do you want to do once you’ve arrived in an Island paradise? Dare to live every moment in Puerto Rico, where the possibilities are truly endless. Catch some sun on one of the Island’s 300+ beaches, kayak on sparkling bioluminescent bays, enjoy a local rum tasting, hike to see waterfalls in a rainforest, or view contemporary art in a museum that is its own architectural masterpiece. Key sights include:

• Old San Juan spans over 500 years of history, making it without a doubt one of the most iconic and treasured places in Puerto Rico.
• The El Yunque rainforest is the only tropical rainforest in the U.S. National Forest System.
• Toro Verde Adventure Forest is home to the longest zip line in the Americas!
• Piñones, Loíza is a great place to grab delicious authentic Puerto Rican street food.
• Santurce, San Juan is a hub for arts and culture with streets filled with murals.
• Visit La Parguera, Lajas to eat local food and drink an authentic Puerto Rican cocktail along the Malecón, a waterfront area with colourful souvenir shops and beautiful views.
• Vieques and Culebra are two stunning nearby islands that are always popular destinations for visitors to explore.
• Guavate is part of the town of Cayey in the centre of the Island, which is well known for its lechoneras, outdoor eateries specialising in slow-roasted pork.
• Shopping – Plaza Las Américas, Mall of San Juan, Boutiques in Old San juan and Canóvanas and Barceloneta Outlets.

Extra Details

• Puerto Rico is situated in the northeastern Caribbean Sea, its northern shore facing the Atlantic Ocean. Two small islands off the east coast, Vieques and Culebra, are administratively parts of Puerto Rico, as is Mona Island to the west. The smallest island of the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean.
• Puerto Rico’s international airport is called Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU). Direct flights are available from Europe but flying from the UK requires connections in Madrid or mainland US (NYC, Miami, Chicago etc.).
• Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory of the US. The same visa requirements as US apply to Puerto Rico.
• The currency is the U.S. dollar (USD) and the electric plug types are Types A and B, operating on a 120V supply voltage and 60Hz.
• The weather is warm and tropical, 27°C max to 24°C min throughout the year.
• The population is approximately 3.2 million.
• The main languages spoken in Puerto Rico are Spanish and English.