La Mela Travel Guide
Cabo Rojo




Popular places to visit

Buye Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Buye Beach during your travels in Cabo Rojo? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.

Combate Beach
Discover both sides of a stunning Puerto Rico beach that promises a laid-back party atmosphere at one end and tranquil, tropical seclusion at the other.

Balneario Boqueron
Head to the golden sands of this Blue Flag-awarded beach to swim, try watersports and take in the views of the rock formations along the Bahía de Boquerón.

Cabo Rojo Lighthouse
Marvel at a historic lighthouse on the southwestern tip of Puerto Rico, where the still-working tower offers spectacular views of the Morrillos Peninsula.

Playa Sucia
In southwestern Puerto Rico lies a picture-perfect beach that is sheltered in a natural cove and untouched by human development.

Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge
Experience the diverse wildlife of Puerto Rico in a stunning refuge that features dramatic limestone cliffs, serene salt flats and gorgeous Caribbean beaches.
Things to do

Puerto Rico: Bio Bay Swim and Sunset Charter or Late night tour

La Parguera: Sunset and Biobay or Late Night Biobay Cruise

La Parguera Glowing BioBay Boat Tour from San Juan
Top hotels in La Mela

Aquarius Vacation Club at Boqueron Beach Resort
Great staff, everyone did a great job.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Rincon of the Seas - Grand Caribbean Hotel
Very noisy rooms. Can’t sleep well. Don’t stay on the second floor.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Rincon Beach Resort
Beautiful views, nice room, great food and drinks. The staff was friendly, we will definitely be back
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Villa Cofresi Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Mayaguez and Tropical Casino by IHG
Great staff, spotless room.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hotel Colonial
Clean room. Excellent staff
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Mela

Joyuda
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Joyuda and surrounding area, you can visit Isla de Ratones and Club Deportivo Del Oeste.

Las Palmas
Though Las Palmas may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge and Balneario Boqueron.
