Río Piedras Travel Guide
San Juan
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Top hotels in Río Piedras
Hotel Nest
Staff was friendly, nice amenities, good location near transportation and the university.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Janer House
Great stay
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
The Condado Plaza Hotel
Ocean view was stunning. Room was thoroughly cleaned every day. CESAR at concierge went above and beyond. Playita was great for the family. Only issue was the elevators
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Spacious, clean room. Great service from front desk. Breakfast had good food. Location great for beaches and restaurants
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
The check in process is so slow. The line to check in was long and they do nothing ahead of time to speed things up. Check in is at 4:00. Our room wasn’t ready until 6:30 PM. We asked for late check out to extend us the same courtesy but they said no, the card says check out is at 12 but they say ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Staff was great, onsite restaurant was wonderful!
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Río Piedras
Hato Rey Norte
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Hato Rey Norte. Plaza las Americas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Roosevelt Station or Hato Rey Station to see more of the city.
Isla Verde
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.
Sabana Abajo
If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Cangrejo Arriba
If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
