Santa Cruz Travel Guide
San Juan
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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
Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
El Yunque Rainforest: Waterslides, Waterfalls and Rope Swing
Culebra Day Trip from Fajardo by Catamaran
Culebra Swim with Turtles Adventure and Flamenco Beach by Ferry
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
Top hotels in Santa Cruz
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
This resort is beautiful! It was our second time staying here, and it won’t be our last! The food is fantastic, the pool area is always clean and meticulously done. Staff is kind and willing to help in any possible way needed. The balcony area is wonderful, with true privacy when sitting out and ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
The Condado Plaza Hotel
good. staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
The property has seen better days...staff was nice and helpful. Walk to the beach was past loading docs and parking garages so not as idealistic or close as described. No offer of beach towels, so bring your own, or go buy them as one person suggested.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Great service and location!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Caribe Hilton
Great property!
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Aquarius Vacation Club at Dorado del Mar
The hotel was very nice. I was worried about the checking in part, they are open 24 hrs. So even if you arrive after 11pm you will be fine. The staff was very friendly, everyone was very helpful. For the price that I pay I think it was worth it. I never did not feel safe at all. I did not have a ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz
Catedral
While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.
Isla Grande
While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.
San Francisco
If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Plaza de Colon are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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 Pier 4 might round out your trip.
