Palo Seco 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 lively bars.
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
From San Juan: El Yunque Rainforest and Waterslide Tour
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour
FlyDining: Social Hour with Ocean View and Tropical Breeze
Top hotels in Palo Seco
Aqua by Dreams Hotel
Property was clean and it is located right at the water. It is about 20-25 minutes away from the airport in an older part of Puerto Rico. There is a bar and restaurant attached. Food was good at the restaurant. Mixed drink ah not so much.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
I would highly recommend. We had a great stay! The hotel staff was great from the front desk to housekeeping. The hotel itself was beautiful, clean and well stocked. The amenities were great, and we felt completely relaxed throughout our stay.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Caribe Hilton
The pool was enjoyable but we couldn't always get a chaise because of the crowd. Our window did not overlook the beach.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Beautiful property will return in the future
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Couldn’t check in until 1.5 hours after I was supposed to. They don’t tell you anything so it was hard to find the parking and anything else we needed. Wouldn’t stay there again, but it could’ve been worse
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
The room was nice. Unfortunately we can hear everything going on outside.There were doors slamming all night and we can hear the staff have conversations right outside the door for a long period. We are charged $100 for a buffet breakfast and we’re not given the choice to look through a menu when ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palo Seco
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.
Levittown
Unique features of Levittown include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Isla de Cabras or San Juan National Historic Site while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
