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 £341 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£341
6 Jul - 7 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! (1,772 reviews)
"Always was a event going on"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £329 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£329
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (1,776 reviews)
"The property was nice and clean. There is a lot of vegetation around the pool area that falls into the pool a lot, which I didn't care for. The drinks at the pool bar were not that great and very expensive. The food we did have was very good but expensive. Luckily, there is a grocery store within ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 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 £165 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£165
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! (3,555 reviews)
"This is my second time staying here and I love that it’s close to the beach and the facility is nice and clean."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 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 (4,081 reviews)
"Beautiful stay will definitely come back !!"

Reviewed on 28 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! (104 reviews)
"The hotel has a great location and the room itself was spacious and comfortable, which I really appreciated. However, I was disappointed with the housekeeping service. My room was not cleaned during my stay, and I had to track down housekeeping staff just to get fresh towels. For the price, I expected ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 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! (671 reviews)
"The room itself was nice, wish there was a sitting area especially for a 10 day stay, the housekeeper was super sweet. The lobby had a lot of clutter but it was not bad. Would stay again if a shorter stay :)"

Reviewed on 25 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

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
Mixology Class at Casa BacardÍ in Puerto Rico

Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

£66
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico
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

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