Palmas Travel Guide
San Juan
Popular places to visit
Casa Bacardi
Sip rum in a celebrated San Juan distillery that offers a variety of tours that explain the processes of making the immensely popular spirit.
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.
Luquillo Beach
Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.
Condado Beach
This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.
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.
Escambron Beach
Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.
Top hotels in Palmas
The Condado Plaza Hotel
Hotel was tired in need of updating. Many items worn or broken. Staff shortage and some staff not fully trained. Only one elevator working for a majority of the stay. 2nd elevator did work some of the time but 3rd out completly. Lizards kept going in the pool almost daily which closed the pool for ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
The Staffs are great and friendly, location is perfect. Few beaches, restaurants and bars are at a walking distance. Beautiful paved walking path along the sea-shore. We stayed at the presidential suit, which is very spacious with two balconies, two bathrooms and a full kitchen. However the reason ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Great stay will be back
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
The resort was beautiful, safe, and clean. The pool and beach were amazing. Having a restaurant/bar on site meant you didn’t have to leave the resort. Great place to relax for a few days. Would definitely go again.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Friendly helpful staff Clean and felt everyone wanted to share their hotel with guests. Would come back in a second!!!!!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
The room was very nice, beautiful sea view. BUT, overpriced for the overall experience. For 700$/day: Breakfast not included. I paid 100$ for two breakfast that were very average quality and with a servant that was very bossy. Food at the bar was low quality. Just way overpriced!!. For that price ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palmas
Catedral
While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.
San Francisco
If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Teatro Tapia are top sights worth seeing.
Old San Juan
The interesting museums and waterfront views are top of the list for many visitors to Old San Juan. A stop by Port of San Juan or Castillo de San Cristobal might round out your trip.
San Juan Antiguo
Amazing beaches interesting history and top sights from Port of San Juan to Pier 4 – discover San Juan Antiguo, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Isla Grande
While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.
Puerta de Tierra
Travellers to Puerta de Tierra praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Port of San Juan and Escambron Beach.
