Carolina Travel Guide

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Carolina
Isla Verde showing a beach and kayaking or canoeing
Isla Verde showing a coastal town and a sandy beach
Isla Verde showing tropical scenes and a sandy beach
Isla Verde featuring sailing, a beach and boating

Where to stay in Carolina

Isla Verde featuring sailing, a beach and boating

Isla Verde

4/5(2 area reviews)

Visitors to Isla Verde rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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Cangrejo Arriba

If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Cangrejo Arriba
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Sabana Abajo

If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Sabana Abajo
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Villa Mar

Uncover some of the top draws of Villa Mar like its beaches and coffee shops. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach.

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Hoyo Mulas

Hoyo Mulas might not have many top sights, but Pinones State Forest and Balneario de Carolina are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Martín González

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Martín González and surrounding area, you can visit Plaza Carolina and The Palm.

Martín González
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
5 out of 5
6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is £343 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£343
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Carolina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,792 reviews)
"Love this property and everything it has to offer!"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
4 out of 5
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is £321 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£321
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Carolina. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,807 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and grounds. Staff was great especially the doormen and the wait staff at the restaurant for breakfast. Housekeeping was not great."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
3.5 out of 5
8000 Tartak Street, Carolina
The price is £166 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£166
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly resort in Carolina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,591 reviews)
"The property was beautiful, The stay was excellent, The personnel was wonderful. Unfortunately the parking experience was just OK. I was charged when I arrived for the entire time that I was going to be there, upfront then when I change my vehicle and let them know that I had to change it with the ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
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ESJ Beach Hotel
ESJ Beach Hotel
3.5 out of 5
6165 Isla Verde - Ave Carolina, Carolina
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Carolina. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (4,086 reviews)
"Staff were extremely professional and always attended to my needs"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

ESJ Beach Hotel
Casa Costera, Isla Verde Beach, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
Casa Costera, Isla Verde Beach, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
2.5 out of 5
7 Calle Gardenia, URB. Biascoechea, Carolina
Stay at this aparthotel in Carolina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (106 reviews)
"Great location quick access to the beach complimentary beach towels and beach chaira have to request at front desk or they will charge on the beach. Great location not far from supermarket perfect to keep snacks in your room since you have a kitchenette or kitchen based on room size."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Casa Costera, Isla Verde Beach, Apartments by Marriott Bonvoy
Segovia Studio Units
Segovia Studio Units
3 out of 5
710 Calle Segovia, Vistamar, Carolina
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Carolina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (672 reviews)
"This place is a gem! They are small studio apartments but very spacious and clean! They were others staying next to us and we did not hear them at all! They also have coin operated laundry onsite and parking! The perk about this gem is that it is in a neighborhood and the neighbors are awesome, one ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Segovia Studio Units
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Popular places to visit

Port of San Juan

Port of San Juan

4/5(9 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in San Juan with a trip to Port of San Juan. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.

Port of San Juan
Luquillo Beach showing a beach

Luquillo Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.

Luquillo Beach
Condado Beach showing a sandy beach, tropical scenes and kayaking or canoeing

Condado Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.

Condado Beach
Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in San Juan? Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Carolina Beach
Dorado Beach

Dorado Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Dorado Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to San Juan. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Dorado Beach
Escambron Beach

Escambron Beach

4/5(1 review)

Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.

Escambron Beach

Things to do

El Yunque Rainforest Natural Waterslide on a sunny Puerto Rico Day

El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos

£44
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

£50
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
City Lights / GLOW

LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon

£55
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

£33
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico ATV Adventure

El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico ATV Adventure

£92
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico ATV Adventure
Paddle boards and floating mat available for private charters only! Call for details!

All Inclusive Beach and Snorkel Boat Tour to Icacos Island

£103
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
All Inclusive Beach and Snorkel Boat Tour to Icacos Island
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Cities near Carolina

San Juan showing cuddly or friendly animals and heritage elements

San Juan

Puerto Rico showing tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Loiza