Palmas Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Casa Bacardi
Sip rum in a celebrated San Juan distillery that offers a variety of tours that explain the processes of making the immensely popular spirit.
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.
Activities
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
Underwater Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Our pick of the best Palmas Hotel Deals
Caribe Hilton
Pools and grounds are gorgeous. The whole place has a beautiful resort feel. Ocean view is the best on the north shore—crashing surf on two sides and calm swimming lagoon to the west.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Our room was amazing. The staff were very helpful and happy. The ocean view from on our room was incredible and the pool beautiful. We wanted to stay there forever.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
This hotel was great but I will say it was expensive. When you’re paying 400+ a night, seems like they could throw in free parking or breakfast without charging another 35 a day on top of what you’re already paying. That said, the staff was excellent and the property was gorgeous. No complaints ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
Everyone on staff is polite and friendly- whoever does the hiring for these people is spot on! Last year I stayed in a nice hotel in Isla Verde but I missed the Marriott Stelaris (where I had stayed around 8 or 9 times). So I came back this year and was very happy to be there. Superior service.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Yes the room was clean. The staff at the desk had poor attidues and had us wait a very long gome for the 3 rooms that we had. She didn't tell the truth aboug trying to contact me the the room was ready even though I NEVER left the lobby seated right in front of the counters. Once we finally hotbin ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Excellent
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palmas
Levittown
Unique features of Levittown include the restaurants and beaches. Make a stop by Isla de Cabras or San Juan National Historic Site while you're exploring the area.
Catedral
While visiting Catedral, you might make a stop by sights like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista and Plaza de Armas.
San Francisco
If you're spending some time in San Francisco, Calle Fortaleza and Museo del Mar are top sights worth seeing.
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 Castillo de San Cristobal might round out your trip.
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.
Isla Grande
While visiting Isla Grande, you might make a stop by sights like Coca-Cola Music Hall and Distrito T-Mobile.
