Santa Cruz Travel Guide

San Juan

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San Juan Cruise Port, Puerto Rico

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.

Port of San Juan
Luquillo Beach showing a beach

Luquillo Beach

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

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

Condado Beach
Escambron Beach

Escambron Beach

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

Escambron Beach
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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
Isla Verde Puerto Rico Sunset

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.

Carolina Beach

Things to do

Culebra Day Trip by Catamaran

Culebra Day Trip from Fajardo by Catamaran

฿5,029
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Culebra Day Trip from Fajardo by Catamaran
FlyDining: Sunset & City Lights Dinner Over Old San Juan

FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan

฿4,936
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

฿3,508
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Fajardo: El Yunque Rainforest Hike and Waterslide Adventure

El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour

฿1,118
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour
Luquillo Beach Horse Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park

Luquillo Beach Horse Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park

฿5,091
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luquillo Beach Horse Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park
El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing

El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing

฿776
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing
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Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe

Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe

3.5 out of 5
1 Calle San Gerónimo San Juan San Juan
The price is ฿5,154 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
฿5,154
฿5,617 total
16 Apr - 17 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,050 reviews)
Very dirty rooms. The carpet was in very bad shape.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Caribe Hilton

Caribe Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1 San Geronimo Street San Juan
The price is ฿10,474 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
฿10,474
฿13,176 total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury 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 reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,613 reviews)
My room had an amazing ocean view. The staff was very friendly. My overall experience was great.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Caribe Hilton
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1077 Ashford Ave Condado San Juan
The price is ฿13,422 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿13,422
฿17,228 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,488 reviews)
The overall experience was fantastic, beautiful resort and staff were excellent.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado

3.5 out of 5
301 Hwy 693 Vega Alta
The price is ฿7,207 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
฿7,207
฿9,264 total
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3,325 reviews)
Love

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
The Condado Plaza Hotel

The Condado Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
999 Ashford Avenue San Juan
The price is ฿8,473 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
฿8,473
฿10,468 total
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Juan. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,133 reviews)
Room Clean

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

The Condado Plaza Hotel
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino

San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino

4.5 out of 5
1309 Ashford Avenue San Juan
The price is ฿15,467 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
฿15,467
฿19,499 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,545 reviews)
The ocean was beautiful

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

#OldSanJuan #PuertoRico Caminhar por Viejo San Juan é um passeio pela história, a cultura e as tradições de Porto Rico. Entre muitas outras coisas fui atraído por casas muito bem cuidadas e coloridas. Walking around Viejo San Juan is a tour of Puerto Rico's history, culture and traditions. Among many other things I was attracted by very well-kept and colorful houses.

Catedral

While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.

Catedral
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Isla Grande

3/5(1 area review)

While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.

Isla Grande
#OldSanJuan #PuertoRico Antiguo Casino de Puerto Rico Caminhar por Viejo San Juan é um passeio pela história, a cultura e as tradições de Porto Rico. Entre muitas outras coisas fui atraído por casas muito bem cuidadas e coloridas. Walking around Viejo San Juan is a tour of Puerto Rico's history, culture and traditions. Among many other things I was attracted by very well-kept and colorful houses.

San Francisco

If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Teatro Tapia are top sights worth seeing.

San Francisco
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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.

Hato Rey Norte
San Juan Cemetery

San Juan Antiguo

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

San Juan Antiguo
San Juan

Old San Juan

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Old San Juan

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