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
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 Palmas
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Clean room
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
The Marriott San Juan Stellaris is the ONLY hotel I stay in when I come to PR. This luxury resort is unreal, beautiful interior, kind and helpful staff, clean rooms and a beautiful view of the ocean. Thank you for a GREAT STAY!! Will be back sooon!!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
The property was beautiful. The staff was friendly and helpful. We would definitely stay there again. No car needed. walking distance to restaurants bars and shopping. It was great!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
The staff were very helpful. I really liked having the washer and dryer. The food at the bar and grill was horrible. They need a more better chef
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Caribe Hilton
Easy check in and check out. Very friendly
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
San Juan Airport Hotel
Clean room very convenient location. Great breakfast
Reviewed on 2 May 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 Plaza de Colon 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.
