Gandul Travel Guide

San Juan

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Popular places to visit

Port of San Juan

Port of San Juan

4/5(9 reviews)

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.

Port of San Juan
Luquillo Beach showing a beach

Luquillo Beach

5/5(2 reviews)

Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.

Luquillo Beach
Condado Beach showing a sandy beach, tropical scenes and kayaking or canoeing

Condado Beach

4.5/5(3 reviews)

This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.

Condado Beach
Dorado Beach

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.

Dorado Beach
Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach

4/5(2 reviews)

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.

Carolina Beach
Escambron Beach

Escambron Beach

4/5(1 review)

Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.

Escambron Beach

Things to do

Single female snorkeler in the ocean off the coast of Puerto Rico

Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch

฿5,863
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch
Culebra Day Trip by Catamaran

Culebra Day Trip from Fajardo by Catamaran

฿5,141
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Culebra Day Trip from Fajardo by Catamaran
El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing

El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing

฿1,124
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

฿3,155
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Couple having fun on the Sea Trek tour in San Juan

Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan

฿3,473
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Fajardo: El Yunque Rainforest Hike and Waterslide Adventure

El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide VIP Small group tour

฿803
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide VIP Small group tour
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Top hotels in Gandul

La Calma Poshtel

La Calma Poshtel

2 out of 5
Av. Las Palmas 1051, San Juan, San Juan
The price is ฿2,777 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
฿2,777
฿3,027 total
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy cable TV channels, rainfall showerheads and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7/10 Good! (551 reviews)
"The room was great. They are a little sketchy, besides, that no problems at all."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

La Calma Poshtel
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado

3.5 out of 5
301 Hwy 693, Dorado, Vega Alta
The price is ฿5,320 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
฿5,320
฿7,223 total
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Vega Alta. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,638 reviews)
"Yes"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
The Royal Sonesta San Juan

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4 out of 5
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is ฿6,797 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿6,797
฿9,038 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Carolina. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,031 reviews)
"Vey great experience"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1077 Ashford Ave Condado, San Juan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,219 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
฿7,219
฿10,127 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,138 reviews)
"The most amazing resort! So clean and staff was very accommodating! Beautiful ocean view suite! I will be back in the future!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

5 out of 5
1055 Ashford Avenue, San Juan
The price is ฿10,374 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿10,374
฿13,818 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,602 reviews)
Would stay again!
"Great ocean views. Clean rooms, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

5 out of 5
6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is ฿13,301 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿13,301
฿17,864 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Carolina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,010 reviews)
"Best hotel in San Juan!"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Gandul

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Miramar

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Miramar. A stop by Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico or Carribbean Cinemas Fine Arts Miramar might round out your trip.

Miramar
Condado

Condado

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Condado. Make a stop by Condado Beach or Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort while you're exploring the area.

Condado
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Isla Grande

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Pan American Pier and Coca-Cola Music Hall.

Isla Grande
Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico which includes street scenes

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.

Santurce
Fort San Jeronimo which includes heritage elements

Puerta de Tierra

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Puerta de Tierra
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Parque

While visiting Parque, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.

Parque

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