Santa Barbara 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 top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
El Yunque Rainforest Waterslides and Luquillo Beach w/ Transport
Luquillo Beach Horse Ride from Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park
FlyDining: 4 Course Sunset & City Light Dinner Over Old San Juan
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall beach Tour with Food n Photos
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Top hotels in Santa Barbara
Caribe Hilton
amazing all around, but the best part of this place was the staff. All so so amazing!
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Great suite size, family friendly resort.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
Beautiful property, well situated for visiting El Yunque and Fajardo. Beautiful beach.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
We had an excellent stay. Staff all friendly, service was great. The free breakfast and free happy hour drinks were a nice touch.Pool was relaxing.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
El Conquistador Resort
Beach view but also construction noise right now with jackhammering.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Just OK. Older property in need of updating. Food, service, amenities- everything was just OK. The beach is nice. Will not be coming back.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara
Sabana Abajo
If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Cangrejo Arriba
If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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 Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Zarzal
If you're spending some time in Zarzal, El Yunque National Forest and Coco Beach Golf and Country Club are top sights worth seeing.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
Parque
While visiting Parque, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.
