Palmer Travel Guide

San Juan

Photo by Eric Vega
Photo by Eric Vega

Popular places to visit

Port of San Juan

Port of San Juan

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

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

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

Condado 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
Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach

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
Escambron Beach

Escambron Beach

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

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

£66
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Mixology Class at Casa BacardÍ in Puerto Rico

Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico

£66
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico
El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico ATV Adventure

El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico ATV Adventure

£95
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico ATV Adventure
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Top hotels in Palmer

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

4 out of 5
200 Coco Beach Blvd. Highway 955-I, Río Grande
The price is £247 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£247
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Río Grande. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,531 reviews)
"Will be back! The staff was great, food was great and the property itself was amazing."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

5 out of 5
6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is £328 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
£328
3 Sept - 4 Sept
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! (1,924 reviews)
"Perfect except"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
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 £168 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£168
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (3,897 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay my son loved the hotel staff was alwasy friendly and helpful made our stay awesome. This will be our hotel whenever we come back"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Bali Posh Hotel PR, Adults Only -Isla Verde

Bali Posh Hotel PR, Adults Only -Isla Verde

2.5 out of 5
1167 Calle Marginal, Villa Mar, Carolina
The price is £117 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£117
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Condado Beach and Pan American Pier are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (737 reviews)
"Excellent service, the property was very nice and picture worthy. Food was amazing and the drinks were great. Overall good experience, will be staying here again."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Bali Posh Hotel PR, Adults Only -Isla Verde
The Royal Sonesta San Juan

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4 out of 5
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is £285 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
£285
24 Sept - 25 Sept
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,939 reviews)
"Amazing time"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach and Golf Resort

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach and Golf Resort

5 out of 5
6000 Rio Mar Boulevard, Río Grande
The price is £301 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£301
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Río Grande. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 6 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,144 reviews)
"The most beautiful place to stay especially if you plan on doing activities in the rainforest! 10/10 experience!"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach and Golf Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Palmer

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Zarzal

If you're spending some time in Zarzal, El Yunque National Forest and Bahia Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Zarzal
Luquillo

Mata de Plátano

If you're spending some time in Mata de Plátano, Luquillo Beach and Azul Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Mata de Plátano
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Mameyes II

If you're spending some time in Mameyes II, El Yunque National Forest and Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.

Mameyes II
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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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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
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.

Isla Verde

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