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San Juan Beach Highlights

By Travel Expert: Linda Samuel
  • Observe nature at secluded Ballenas Beach. The 1,570-acre dry forest shelters more than half of Puerto Rico's bird species; hawksbill and leatherback sea turtles also nest here.
  • Take a boat or car to Flamenco, an unspoiled beach framed by blue-green water and unique coral reefs.
  • Marvel at the phosphorescent bay in Vieques, where microscopic organisms light up, directing predators to more desirable prey.

San Juan Overview

All but a handful of visitors arrive in San Juan, the capital city. It is the political base, economic powerhouse, and cultural center of the island, and it's home to about one-third of all Puerto Ricans.

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Hotels

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Hotel El Convento
100 Calle Cristo
Old San Juan, Puerto Rico
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 0.8 Miles
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Marriott San Juan Resort and Stellaris Casino
1309 Ashford Avenue
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Hotel Class: 4 class stars
Distance: 2.5 Miles
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The Ritz-Carlton San Juan Hotel Spa and Casino
6961 Avenue of the Governors
Carolina, Puerto Rico
Hotel Class: 5 class stars
Distance: 6.4 Miles
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Attractions

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Playa Ocean Park
Barrio Ocean Park
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Distance: 3.2 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Ocean Park beach is considered by many to be San... Read More
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Punta Las Marias
East of Condado
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Distance: 4.2 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Punta Las Marķas is great for those who enjoy windsurfing and general wind-beach sports. You can play volleyball and paddleball here as well.... Read More
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Isla Verde Beach
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Distance: 5.7 Miles (from destination center)
Description: Isla Verde Beach stretches for miles and features... Read More
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San Juan Vacation Rentals

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4 Bedroom VACATION HOME in SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3.5 Sleeps: 20
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, BBQ, CD Player, Cable/Satellite TV, Coffee Maker, Freezer, Full kitchen, Garage, Internet Access, Iron, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, Stereo, Stove, Swimming Pool, TV, Toaster, Utensils, VCR
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Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 12
Amenities: Balcony, Hot Tub, No Pets, Non-Smoking
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2 Bedroom VACATION HOME in SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO
Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Sleeps: 8
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Freezer, Full kitchen, Iron, Linens, Microwave, Non-Smoking, Oven, Patio, Refrigerator, TV, Toaster, Utensils
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