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 top-notch restaurants.
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 Oriente
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Clean room
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
The property was beautiful and well maintained. The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. The beach was uncomfortable to walk on due to shells but walk the property because there are plenty of sandy beaches that you would not know about. Not many restaurants for children to eat at. I would ...
Reviewed on 2 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
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
This vacation club is about 45 minutes from San Juan and is in a very nice green area with a beautiful beach. However, there is only one restaurant in this hotel, and it is more of a beach bar. Food was very good, though (burgers etc.). They do not clean your room daily unless you request service. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Love this place! Staff is great. Rooms are updated and very nice. Pools, beach access with chairs, fitness center, hot tub, bar, club on the weekends, casino, lots of plants, spa, parking for 20$ with in and out privileges. Good location.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Very convenient location. 2 double bedroom was very spacious. I like the fact that the living room area was separate. The staff were very helpful and welcoming. The pool was nice and open until 11pm. Good breakfast selection and I liked the perk of having a Happy Hour onsite and offering a few drinks ...
Reviewed on 2 May 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 Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.
