San Mateo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit San Mateo
Activities
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
AU$126
per traveller
96% of travellers recommend
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
AU$162
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
AU$64
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Countryside Horseback Riding
AU$242
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Underwater Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
AU$148
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best San Mateo Hotel Deals
The Looking Glass Hotel
1661 Av. Juan Ponce de León San Juan Puerto Rico
The price is AU$163 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$163
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, Netflix and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Casino ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (509 reviews)
"Unfortunately for my staying this place run out of water and the property was not ready for this type of issue. The other thing was the towels, have a bad smell."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
200 Coco Beach Blvd. Highway 955-I Río Grande
The price is AU$479 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
AU$479
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Río Grande. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
6063 Isla Verde Avenue Carolina
The price is AU$674 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$674
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Carolina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,187 reviews)
"Our stay started bad! We booked a partial ocean room. We got a room right next to the elevator with an ok view on the 8th floor. As soon as we got in the room, we could hear the elevator going up and down constantly. My husband was playing golf early in the morning and it was going to be impossible ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
The Condado Plaza Hotel
999 Ashford Avenue San Juan
The price is AU$306 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$306
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (2,720 reviews)
"We had a great 3 night stay here. The property was very nice. Easy in/out parking. Plenty to do/see/eat within walking distance. Had a private salsa dance lesson on the beach. Live music down at the lobby bar. Will definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
1077 Ashford Ave Condado San Juan
The price is AU$532 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$532
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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. ...
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
301 Hwy 693 Vega Alta
The price is AU$260 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
AU$260
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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. ...
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in San Mateo
Find the best San Mateo areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 Isla Verde Beach or Balneario de Carolina while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Condado
The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Condado. Make a stop by Condado Beach or Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort while you're exploring the area.
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.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
