Isla Verde Travel Guide

San Juan

Isla Verde featuring sailing, a beach and boating
Isla Verde featuring tropical scenes and a beach
Isla Verde featuring a sandy beach and tropical scenes
Isla Verde showing a beach and kayaking or canoeing
Isla Verde featuring a luxury hotel or resort, a sandy beach and tropical scenes

White-sands, beautifully clear water and excellent water sports make this beach one of the most popular in Puerto Rico. 

Isla Verde is a great place for a younger crowd to enjoy the Puerto Rican beach lifestyle. The shoreline is several miles long so you can either pick a spot to set-up near your car or stroll a bit and find a spot to yourself. The end closest to San Juan is always crowded and there are a number of street vendors selling drinks and food.  

Surf some of the best waves in the San Juan area with the locals at this lively urban beach. There are a number of breakers along the beach, offering up waves worthy of surfing for all different skill levels. Snorkeling is also a popular activity at Isla Verde, and stunning coral reefs can be found just offshore. Discover tropical fish and rare corals as you dive in the clear water. 

There are a number of lively restaurants along the Isla Verde beach promenade, offering  a variety of opportunities to try traditional Puerto Rican street food. Sample empanadas, or the famous pinchos, a fried kebab of pork, chicken or seafood.

The area has a thriving nightlife, and the streets fronting the beach are lined with bars, clubs and restaurants. Meet the locals as you drink cocktails made with Puerto Rican rum, or enjoy a meal at one of the upmarket restaurants in the area. 

Isla Verde Beach is located around seven miles (11 kilometres) east of San Juan. The area can be reached by car taxi in 15 minutes, and there is parking available. Make sure you arrive early to get a parking spot as this beach is known to get busy in the afternoons. Isla Verde Beach can be visited daily and there is no fee.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Isla Verde

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

5 out of 5
6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹30,069 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹30,069
₹40,386 total
29 Jul - 30 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! (1,835 reviews)
"It was definitely easy to check in. It was clean the service was amazing. Definitely 10/10"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 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 ₹15,120 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
₹15,120
₹20,666 total
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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! (3,700 reviews)
"Greatvresort"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
The Royal Sonesta San Juan

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4 out of 5
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is ₹28,346 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
₹28,346
₹37,694 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
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! (1,864 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan

Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan

3 out of 5
6530 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is ₹12,889 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
₹12,889
₹17,927 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carolina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,969 reviews)
"You can hear the planes take off all night and it wakes you up. Other than that great service and property. Free breakfast and happy hour is nice."

Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites San Juan
San Juan Airport Hotel

San Juan Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
LMM International Airport, Terminal D Airport Hotel (SJU), Carolina
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Carolina. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,999 reviews)
"The staff was very professional at all times specially the ones during the breakfast. Always very polite and ensuring that everyone was taken care of and that all the tables were clean and one of the things that I missed the most is when you are greeted when you arrive and when you depart. Great ..."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

San Juan Airport Hotel
Residence Inn by Marriott San Juan Isla Verde

Residence Inn by Marriott San Juan Isla Verde

3.5 out of 5
6500 Isla Verde Avenue, Isla Verde, Carolina
The price is ₹16,771 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹16,771
₹22,506 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Carolina. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,195 reviews)
"great"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott San Juan Isla Verde
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Other neighbourhoods around Isla Verde

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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
San Juan featuring tropical scenes, a city and a beach

Ocean Park

Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.

Ocean Park
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Parque

While visiting Parque, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.

Parque
Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico which includes street scenes

Santurce

While you're in Santurce, take in top sights like Condado Beach and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.

Santurce
Condado

Condado

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Condado. Make a stop by Condado Beach or Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort while you're exploring the area.

Condado
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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


Isla Verde Travel Guide