Oriente 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
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
San Juan: Snorkeling with Turtles Adventure and Free Videos
El Yunque Rainforest Hike & Waterslide Tour
Mixology Class at Casa BACARDÍ in Puerto Rico
Top hotels in Oriente
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
Pros- Room was clean. Ocean view side was amazing. Some restaurants options around. Cons- Parking is about 10-15 min walking over cobble stones and some stairs. The staff person when i checked in was not helpful. Will not give you an option to check in a few minutes later and then make you wait 15 ...
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Caribe Hilton
Our room did overlook the ocean but we seen more of the property roof than the ocean
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Absolutely amazing staff. Everyone was so sweet and helpful. Our main cleaning staff was phenomenal. I’m a stickler for details and they met all of them! Love this place will absolutely recommend it to anyone!!!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Room was new and spotless
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar
The property photos are not accurate. The property is old and outdated. As soon as I get off the elevator there’s a horrible odor of mold and mildew. There’s cleaning supplies and dirty laundry in carts left unattended on the hallways all day every day. Upon entering my room, all the furniture was ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Condado Plaza Hotel
Property was clean, staff were friendly and the amenities on site were perfect. Were there the day before a cruise was well situated. 10-15 minutes from the pier and 10-15 to old san Juan
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Oriente
Isla Verde
Visitors to Isla Verde rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Cangrejo Arriba
If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
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.
Sabana Abajo
If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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.
