We had a wonderful stay, but it was more because of the people we traveled with and not so much…read morethis place. The good- being so close the water, breakfast served daily, beds and pillows were pretty comfortable, AC and fans kept the rooms cool, private and away from crowds. The downside - it does NOT look like what is advertizied. The cushions on all the seats and lounge chairs are old and stained and were soaking wet so could barely use them, the pool was dirty and had to request it to be cleaned, the trash was overflowing when we arrived, the ice maker was not working, the in room massage was expensive for what we got, there is no safe passage to the beach, the outdoor furniture is not well maintained, no umbrellas, furniture old and outdated. I would not return unless they did a massive update.

Beautiful location, beautifully decorated. Professional courteous staff. Clean nicely groomed…read moregrounds. A wonderful unforgettable experience. Thank you!

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve feels like stepping into a real-life nature sanctuary with…read moreluxury layered on top. My one-week stay here has been genuinely magical. The first night I heard what I assumed was a curated "rainforest soundtrack" through speakers. It's not. Those are actual local frogs, and that small detail somehow sets the tone for the whole experience: it feels real, private, and almost unreal at the same time. The room is massive and thoughtfully designed. The outdoor shower is a standout, and the big tub makes it feel like you have your own spa built in. I didn't have a private pool since I'm on the second floor, but the view is so beautiful I stopped caring pretty quickly. What impressed me most was how effortless everything felt. Having an Embajador team plus a driver/golf cart makes the resort feel easy to navigate, and they're quick to respond when you need anything. The pool is stunning and spacious, and the overall vibe is quiet, calm, and never chaotic. The only thing I wouldn't hype is room service. It was underwhelming for the price, especially the lobster. If you're deciding where to eat, go to Positivo near the concierge instead, it was noticeably better. Even when the weather turned intense, it didn't take away from the stay. If anything, it made the resort feel even more cozy and cinematic. Add in the humidity controls in the room (so underrated), and it's one of those places you leave already planning how to come back.

This is hands down the most luxurious most accommodating, beautiful resort there is. The Ritz…read moreabsolutely paid into detail, atmosphere, service, cleanliness, activities, family friendly, quiet, ect! I could go on about how you NEED to vacation here. The views and spa are stunning, the restaurants are PHENOMENAL. The service and staff know you by name, they pay attention, this is truly what it's like to be waited on hand and foot. This is a MUST in Puerto Rico.

Average Hyatt. Clean and beds were comfy. Close to…read moresteakhouse and casino. There was plenty of parking and security patrolled often.

Very clean and quiet rooms. The pillows were too small and not so comfortable. The free breakfast…read morecould be better for the price of the stays. The hotel is convinient located right off the highway and there is plenty of parking. Staff was great and we did not experience any issues during our four days stay. I did not get a chance to check out their pool or gym and did not visit their bar or restaurant.

My bf is a regular annual guest at Villa Tropical and made a reservation here for a week for us…read morebefore Christmas this year. Although he'd reserved a studio, when we arrived, we found we had been upgraded to a one-bedroom unit, as the studio's door was being repaired. Late check in was very easy. The property's deck is large and has a gorgeous view of the beach directly below. You really cannot beat the location of Villa Tropical on Shacks. We enjoyed drinking our coffee on the deck whilst watching the sun rise in the mornings before grabbing our gear and walking down the short flight of steps to the sand. The gift shop within the office is a major time saver, too, when you need a drink or snack but don't want to drive. The Econo supermarket is only about an 8-minute drive away, though, when you do want to do a grocery run. It was awesome having a fully stocked kitchen and being able to cook and eat in most meals. We loved grilling on the deck at sunset! The Ola Lola restaurant is a cute spot a short walk away for food or drinks when one would rather skip cooking, too, and in each room, there is a very thorough guide compiled by the management with information on where to find all kinds of things in the area, from film development to entertainment. It was extremely convenient to be able to do laundry on the premises also. The staff are super helpful and maintain VT very well. Our unit (1B) was clean and comfortable, and by the end of our stay, we had fallen into a nice, homey routine. I was sad to leave and understand why Shacks is a place so many return to every year. The beach is clean, the big waves break far from the shore, there are interesting reefs for snorkeling, many days have adequate wind for kitesurfing, and there is a friendly surfer community among those who stay in the area both longer term and seasonally.

This is the best vacation spot ever! Super great accommodations and very helpful and friendly…read morestaff. The views are incredible and the resort is in a great location to get to jobos beach.

This is a peace of mind small resort. From front desk employees to restaurant waiters (incredible…read morecoffee and delicious menu) to room cleaning staff (so detailed) to landscaping staff all but all so professional and sweet. The comfortable beds and spacious rooms. My first stay but not my last. I travel to the island once or twice a year and tend to stay up north, but now I have a new favorite place to come to. Price more than reasonable, since it has direct access to beach (so convenient). Btw they have kayaks and other stuff you rent right there. Private parking was a nice plus too. Oh and let me not forget, once here you need not move your car, everything walking distance...

My family loves this resort and raves about it often. It's been their go-to for quick getaways for…read moreyears now. I was glad to finally spend sone time there and experience it for myself. While it's not upgraded or luxurious, it's ample and basically has everything you need. I was satisfied with the front desk, small railway style room, amenities, the grounds, and the location. It's right off El Combate beach, has its own restaurant, parking, pool, basketball hoop, sand volleyball, a couple of hangout areas. It also has a great restaurant/bar down the street called Annie's place that has good food and an incredible beach view. I thoroughly w opted myself and would definitely return.

An Unforgettable Stay at Villa Cofresi - Truly Exceptional Hospitality…read moreOur stay at Villa Cofresi in Rincón, Puerto Rico turned an unexpected situation into one of the most memorable experiences of our trip--and honestly, one of the best hotel stays we've ever had. We were originally staying at a different 5-star resort and were scheduled to fly out today. Due to a flight cancellation and the resort's inability to extend our stay, we had to book Villa Cofresi at the very last moment. We are genuinely glad this happened, because it led us to discover a place we will return to again and again. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality and customer service were exceptional. Gonzalez at the front desk, who is absolutely wonderful, went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for during a stressful and unexpected situation. She took the time to learn that it was my birthday week, and without us expecting anything at all, she surprised me with a thoughtful little gift left in our room. That level of care truly touched our hearts. To make it even more special, the owner, Sandra Caro, graciously sent a bottle of champagne on behalf of the hotel and staff to celebrate my birthday. This incredibly kind gesture speaks volumes about her leadership and the culture of warmth and generosity she has created at Villa Cofresi. The villa itself is immaculate--spotlessly clean, beautifully maintained, and perfectly located. The views are absolutely stunning, the location is fantastic, and every single staff member we encountered was friendly, welcoming, and happy to help. The atmosphere feels genuine, relaxed, and personal--something that many so-called luxury resorts simply don't offer. What truly sets Villa Cofresi apart is how the team goes out of their way to make guests feel special and valued, even when arriving under last-minute circumstances. In many ways, the service here exceeded that of the 5-star resort we were previously staying at. From now on, Villa Cofresi will be our place to stay whenever we visit Puerto Rico . We will absolutely be coming back and are highly recommending this hotel to our friends and family. Thank you to Gonzalez, Sandra Caro, and the entire Villa Cofresi team for turning an unexpected event--and my birthday week--into such a meaningful and unforgettable experience.

Last time I was in Rincon I could not get a sunset dinner reservation at Villa Cofresi. So this…read moreyear I planned in advance and called several weeks before the trip. We reserved a table at the balcony right at sunset at 6pm. We arrived and promptly got thru the security and were taken to our table and it was the most gorgeous view ever. We ordered the signature drink, The Pirata, and it was delish, very strong , and came in a coconut. We then wanted to order dinner. But no server or employee of any kind came to our table for over an hour after we got our drinks. We waited and waited and when we decided to give up and go elsewhere then finally a server came. So we decided to order since it was about 7:15 and we figured it would take too long to go somewhere else and order. My bf ordered the lobster mofongo in some kind of soup and I got red snapper in a plantain crust. Then again we waited and waited. I was so hungry I started trying to pick the coconut pieces out of my Pirata drink. Finally at 8:11 our food was served, And we were starved. I was prepared to hate the food haha but it was actually so delicious. So I guess come here if you are not starved and have tons of time. And you will get a delicious meal w the most beautiful sunset view.

Work hard, Play hard! I had a wonderful stay at Bravo Beach Hotel in Vieques, PR! From the moment I…read morearrived, the front desk staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, making check-in a breeze and offering great local recommendations. The property is maintained very well and offers a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere that makes it easy to unwind. My room was clean and came with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. The hotel is right on the beach, and the minimal noise made it easy to relax and enjoy the soothing sound of the ocean waves right from my room. Waking up to that view and sound each morning is an amazing thing. Watching the sunsetting in the evening was perfect. If you're looking for a quiet, clean, and welcoming place to stay in Vieques, Bravo Beach Hotel is a fantastic choice.

I made a reservation at Bravo Beach Hotel for a 2 night stay about a month ago for my stay last…read moreweek. When I arrived I was checked in and given a tour of the attractive property by the staff member on duty. My room was spacious and comfortable along with the bathroom that had a shower in it. The ac worked well too. The TV was a smaller screen that I think was less than 32" and was mounted high up on the wall so TV watching could be better. The room had a small refrigerator in it. Shortly after checking in I received a series of text messages from the owner regarding information about Isabel II such as restaurants nearby, grocery stores, taxi info, tour companies, etc, which was helpful. Bravo Beach is well maintained with 2 freshwater pools and less than 20 rooms all with outdoor facing entrances. It is located directly on the water with a beach but swimming is not allowed or desired from the shell beach however the beach is available for walking. The hotel does offer the free use of beach supplies like coolers and folding chairs, etc. if you need them. They do have their own small parking lot and more parking next to the hotel but I'm not sure they have enough parking if all of their rooms are full. The hotel is located about a 6-7 minute walk from the ferry terminal. If I returned to Vieques I would be happy to stay at Bravo Beach Hotel again.

the hotel is very small for the price we paid. we stayed in the most expensive room on the 10th…read morefloor just to find out you can hear everything happening on the rooftop because your room is right beneath the bar. chairs screech for hours until 12 midnight. the safe in our room was damaged and we were charged for it as if we did it even with us letting them know the first day the safe didn't work. they kept our deposit and didn't refund us for the noise inconvenience after agreeing to refund our resort fee. I don't recommend stay here because you pay way to much for the low quality given. the best part was the tub in the room other than that definitely not worth it.

We had a great stay and would 100% stay here again. It's a quiet/peaceful/safe area with lots of…read morebeaches and food options nearby, very clean, well-equipped and inviting both in our rental itself and the common areas. We had one issue initially getting the water to get hot in the shower but it was addressed promptly by the manager, who is very friendly and responsive to any concerns. I hope to return someday for another beautiful vacation!!

Very nice hotel first Time staying here rooms are super basic has air conditioning but NO wifi…read moreunless your in the lobby, tried to do some work online but gave up, besides that not a bad place to stay at. Close to many local amenities. I'm in room 216

Cool old hotel at a fair price. It's a step back to an earlier age of glamour and panache…read more Check-in was easy, friendly staff, and just a 10 minute car ride to Scuba Diving with Island Scuba. A supermarket is less than 3 minutes away by car, and the hotel has a nice pool with a shallow entrance for wheelchairs or young kids. Two nights were comfortable for $127/night.