Planning Essentials

Aerial view of the Hotel El Convento. — Aerial view of the historic Hotel El Convento in Old San Juan.

Lodging

In Puerto Rico, you will find options ranging from luxurious hotels in natural reserves to vacation rentals in the historic district of Old San Juan. There are also small inns, or paradores, which are family-run hotels scattered throughout the Island. These locations can be found outside the San Juan area and are focused on offering cultural and gastronomic immersion experiences to visitors.

Find the perfect accommodations.

Find accomodations all over the island. — Explore the places to stay directory to find your dream hotel room.

Rent a car for easier mobility — By renting a car, you’ll have more liberty to explore the Island.

Visit a shopping mall for some luxury finds. — Explore the places to stay directory to find your dream hotel room.

Puerto Rico airport. — Puerto Rico's main airport hub is the Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport.

Year-round tropical weather means it’s always a good day for a round of golf. — From beach-side fritters to fine dining experiences, you’ll love Puerto Rican cuisine.

Food — From beach-side fritters to fine dining experiences, you’ll love Puerto Rican cuisine.

El Nuevo Acuario Restaurant in Carolina. — El Nuevo Acuario is one of the hottest restaurants in Carolina.

Restaurants

You’ll find a wide variety of dining experiences available in Puerto Rico. For visitors staying in the San Juan metro area, the city is home to elegant fine dining establishments that elevate local cuisine to a culinary experience alongside more humble establishments specializing in traditional Puerto Rican dishes, and a variety of international influences, including Asian, Italian, Mexican, and numerous other cuisines. Beyond San Juan there are many more delicious adventures awaiting you, including regional specialties (roasted pork in the mountains, various seafood preparations along the coast, numerous specialty fritters, and much more).

Find restaurants in Puerto Rico.

A plate of pastelillos from ASAO smokehouse in Ciales — Be sure to try an assortment of *pastelillos* and other *frituras* when visiting Ciales.

Piñones is a great place to grab delicious authentic Puerto Rican street food.

An artistically plated meal at Cocina Abierta in San Juan

Lobster and other seafood on an outdoor table at El Dorado Restaurant in Salinas. — Enjoy the view of Salinas Bay while you dine at El Dorado.

Savory mofongo stuffed with chicken. — Savory *mofongo* stuffed with chicken.

A cup of Puerto Rican coffee and a mayorca. — A cup of Puerto Rican coffee and a *mallorca* covered in powdered sugar.

Patio dining at Barrachina in Old San Juan — Enjoy a meal on the patio at Barrachina in Old San Juan

Red beans and rice is a staple dish, but you'll find lots more options as well. — *Arroz y habicuelas* are the staple side dish in Puerto Rico.

A measured pour of dark rum from Ron del Barrilito — Try a locally made rum with your meal.

An airplane on runway viewed through the windows from the inside of the airport in San Juan. — Now boarding at Luis Munoz Marin International Airport.

Transportation

You can get around San Juan comfortably by taxi, Uber, or public transportation in most cases. If you want to get to know the Island better, you can rent a vehicle to explore more. The places and experiences you discover along the way will be memorable.

You can drive all the way around the Island in about five or six hours — but you’ll want to stop along the way to enjoy the beaches, historic sites, and delicious food along the way. Imagine what you will discover when you stay for a week of exploring!

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