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
Room had a nice view of ocean. Pool was clean and kids had good time
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
This was my husband and I’s first time visiting Puerto Rico, and this resort made the experience even more special. The property is absolutely beautiful—the restaurants inside the resort were great, and the beach access was amazing. We especially loved the pool overlooking the ocean… such a dreamy ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
Nice place. Keep in mind this is kid friendly resort.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Great stay, nice location 6 min walk to beach, easy access to airport and old San Juan and El Yunque forest. Good breakfast, clean hotel and rooms. Free drinks each evening!
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Excellent resort. Comfortable beds and rooms. The pool was really well laid out with spaces for families and couples alike. The restaurants were excellent. Buffet breakfast was so fresh and well stocked. Cocktails were delicious. The beach is beautiful. Unfortunately the water was a bit rough during ...
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Costa Bahia Hotel Paseo Caribe
The property is very old. The in room safe non operational. The telephone non operational. Had to have someone come and reprogram the tv remote 3 times. I was very concerned that if I needed to call the front desk or security it was impossible to do. The WiFi only works from the second floor up. ...
Reviewed on 4 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.
