Santa Cruz Travel Guide
San Juan
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Things to do

Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayak Experience in Fajardo (transport optional)

From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch

Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

Puerto Rico: The Beast Zipline at Toro Verde Adventure Park

San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
"Everyone very friendly and helpful. Wonderful property. This was my 2nd stay and I brought 5 other family members with us time. They fell in love with it too. We will be back!"
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

San Juan Airport Hotel

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
"Room was clean and spacious, had a safe fridge & coffee bar. Staff was either hit or miss, hit if they were to be tipped (servers bar tenders masseuse) miss if they didn’t require a tip (check in reception). Birds stalked the pool and outdoor bar, nothing edible was safe. There were a few restaurants ..."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
"Staff was nice and attentive."
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
"Service was great"
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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 Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort or Condado Beach while you're exploring the area.

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.

Santurce
While you're in Santurce, take in top sights like Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort 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 Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.


















