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.
Things to do
Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour
FlyDining: Social Hour with Ocean View and Tropical Breeze
Old San Juan Bar Crawl: Experience Local Hotspots
Legacy Tour at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico
Top hotels in Palmas
The Condado Plaza Hotel
2 Elevators broken and place is being remodeled.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
The rooms were old and did not feel very clean
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Gorgeous hotel and pools, excellent restaurants! Super friendly staff! Super vibe! And clean. Excellent and warm experience… feels authentically Puerto Rican not just a big corporate hotel.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Room and grounds spotless and well cared for. On sight restaurant good quality and reasonable
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
I only stayed two days and I must say the hotel itself is just okay. The room I stayed in was spacious but the bathroom was very small. It was no room for two people and it was just myself and my husband. The shower was very cold even when I turned on the hot water and I am pregnant I couldn’t take ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Ocean front room was lovely and well appointed. Staff was helpful - especially the breakfast crew on the day of our departure. Our waiter was super. helpful and energetic! We found the ourdoor bar (oceanside) WAY too hot to sit at the bar with the pizza oven right near the seating!
Reviewed on 28 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.
