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.
Isla Verde Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Isla Verde Beach during your trip to Carolina? Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this romantic area.
Top hotels in Palmas
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
"Nice stay, staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was nice as well, spacious. My only comment is about the cleanliness around the pool. Besides the leaves, and plants you may find (normal for having plants around) there were plastics, cups, straws, pool floor has dirt. They need to do better. ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
"Very clean, great drinks, and a great staff from top to bottom."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
"While the hotel itself has potential, there were several aspects of our stay that made it difficult to fully enjoy the experience. The loud music by the pool carried heavily into the rooms, making it nearly impossible to relax or take an afternoon nap, and it continued well into the late evening. ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott San Juan Condado
"The room was clean for the most part, but the property just needs a facelift. Furniture in the room was very rusty and make everything look worn down overall. Nice property but wouldn’t stay here again."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Caribe Hilton
"Room view was on the beach, beautiful ocean front. The staff was friendly. It's an old building. My room was old and smelled old. The bed was not that comfortable."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
"It was very nice, convenient location, near restaurants, gas station, supermarket etc. All bedrooms have front beach. Laundry, all the amenities were there. They cleaned the rooms every other day very good. Nice staff. Activities for the kids and adults. It has a restaurant and a gift shop."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palmas
Levittown
Unique features of Levittown include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Isla de Cabras or San Juan National Historic Site while you're exploring the area.
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.
