Oriente Travel Guide
San Juan
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.
Things to do
FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Underwater Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
From San Juan: El Yunque Rainforest and Waterslide Tour
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour
Top hotels in Oriente
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Everything was great and hotel was beautiful. Only thing is that food and drinks were expensive.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
They offer a wide range of amenities. The pools are free, but you’ll need a day pass to the spa to access the hot tub. All of the restaurants were amazing—my favorite was Nectar. It’s the perfect place if you want to spend your entire stay at the resort, with plenty of things to do.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
Mediocre
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Friendly staff very clean room!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Room was spacious, clean and modern, although the vents were a bit dirty. The staff were pretty friendly and the hotel overall was very lively. It was too loud at night for me though. I was on the 10th floor and heard music from the lobby until about 3a. Good thing it was a leisure trip for me. Also, ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Wonderful visit to PR, the room was lovely and clean. Best breakfast Ive had a hotel in ages.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oriente
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.
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.
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.
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 Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.
