It's a bustling little world on a remote-ish beach on the east side of Puerto Rico. Room was…read moreimmaculate. Love the in-room espresso. Shower was walk in and big enough for more than one person. As busy people who don't get a lot of breaks and don't trash our room, we keep the do not disturb on for days at a time. Often that's not respected, but here we didn't get any push to make up the room. Loved the beach. A clean strip of sand for miles in each direction. Not enough waves to surf, but can't fault the hotel for the weather or season. A little walk west is a protected bay where the water is as calm as a bath tub. Some folks were surf casting, but my Spanish failed me when asking what they caught. Pools were great. We spent a lot of afternoons at the adult pool. Got through books, hung out in the hot tub, took some trips down the water slide. Service could be a bit slow, but it's a tropical pool under swaying palm trees not McDonalds. Gym had machines that worked and dumbbells up to 50lbs. Would have been nicer if they went higher. Food is the real weak spot. If you are content with just fried food then you'll be fine. We're not. Options were sparse, just a salad at some of the places. And it's not nearby anything, so any other restaurants are an Uber away. Uber works, but can be spotty. There are a few easy fun places to hop to nearby. El Yunque is a rainforest with well organized tours through the canopy and nature. Luquillo is a beach with "kiosks" aka tchotchke shops and restaurants.

Extremely Disappointed With Our Stay at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar…read more I am extremely disappointed with our experience at Wyndham Grand Rio Mar. We stayed from July 21-29, and what should have been a relaxing family vacation turned into a stressful situation that affected several days of our trip. The morning after our first night, we noticed what we initially thought were mosquito bites. However, over the next several days, the bites continued to worsen and appeared in clusters, covering areas of our legs, back, and buttocks. We became concerned that we may have been exposed to some type of room infestation and immediately reported it. I reported the issue around 7:30 AM to front desk clerk Ana. Unfortunately, the response was simply to request a deep cleaning of our room. By approximately 3:00 PM, our room still had not been addressed, which was extremely frustrating considering the seriousness of the situation. The room involved was 3010, and I strongly recommend that future guests thoroughly inspect their beds and rooms before sleeping. A front desk manager, Nick Lamboy, who identified himself as a manager, was extremely unprofessional during our conversation. Instead of showing concern, he argued that the bugs found in our room were not bed bugs according to Terminix, stating they were "no-see-ums," which he described as typical in Puerto Rico. I was born and raised in Puerto Rico and had never experienced anything like this before. The hotel provided me with a typed letter from the company stating only that they were not bed bugs, but it did not clearly explain what type of bugs were found in our room. However, if they were not concerned about an issue, it was confusing why Terminix sprayed both beds with chemicals and why the hotel offered to wash all of our clothing before moving us. We were moved from our original pool/ocean view room (3010) to room 3015, which had a rainforest/front-of-hotel view. While another front desk manager, Krysia Ramos, did remove the resort fees from our stay, she stated we were still responsible for parking fees. This situation interrupted approximately three days of our vacation. We spent valuable vacation time driving around Rio Grande and Fajardo searching for places to wash our clothes because we were worried about potentially bringing anything home with us. Security was called and took photographs of the bites and also documented black specks found on the bed. I will be including pictures of the bites so future guests can make their own judgment. After reading additional reviews, I noticed other guests have also reported concerns regarding bugs. I strongly encourage travelers to read both the positive and negative reviews before booking, especially when choosing a resort that advertises itself as a 5-star property. I also requested to speak with the general manager and sent an email regarding this situation, but I never received a response. For a resort that considers itself 5-star, the lack of urgency, communication, and customer service was extremely disappointing. A true luxury property should handle a situation like this with compassion, transparency, and immediate action. Unfortunately, I would not return to Wyndham Grand Rio Mar, and I will be sharing my experience across social media platforms so other travelers can make an informed decision. Very disappointed.

Traveling on a budget but want to be on the beach? this place is for you :…read moreI had never stayed at Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn before, but it had been on my list for quite some time. I've always wanted to spend more time in Luquillo, and after seeing the consistently high ratings on Expedia and TripAdvisor--along with its beachfront location--I decided to give it a try. The property itself is older, but don't let that deter you. The rooms were exceptionally clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, which made for a very relaxing stay. I loved the balcony and watching the ocean from so close! Beautiful sunrise too. Check-in is more laid-back, so don't expect a traditional front desk experience with someone always present. That said, the communication was excellent. I really appreciated that they reached out via text ahead of time to ask about my arrival--it was a thoughtful touch. I arrived earlier than the standard check-in time (as I had mentioned), and there were no issues at all. When I rang the bell, a staff member promptly came out to assist me and greeted me with a warm smile. There's also a very popular restaurant and bar on-site with an amazing-looking menu. Unfortunately, we didn't get the chance to try it this time, but it's definitely on the list for our next visit. The location is another big plus--easy to find, right on the beach, and conveniently close to a Walgreens and other nearby beaches to explore. Overall, this was a great experience, and I would absolutely stay here again. Thank you for a wonderful visit!

King room 3rd floor. Excellent view, helpful staff. The area has many good eating/drinking options…read morewithin walking distance. Diane, Cassandra. Bed was ok, pillows uh. Chairs,towels, boogie boards free to check out at office. Safe and secure area barefoot walk to the beach. 45 minute drive from Sju

The very best part of our week long stay in Puerto Rico. I loved sitting on the deck, having coffee…read morewith the waves right off the deck in view. Rooms were clean and modest. Employees were friendly and helpful. Wish I had booked more days at this location!

I give this Hotel Yunquemar a 5 star rating. The concierge…read moreat the front desk, are very nice and very helpful I have stayed at this hotel many times and the hospitality has never changed. You have a great pool and also an awesome ocean view It also has a hotel parking lot across the street to the hotel Guest, free of charge You can walk to a strip full of restaurants a few blocks away, Called los Kioskos to Have dinner or drinks I met the owner of Yunquemar Hotel,whom takes great pride and concern of his clients. The hotel also gives you a free full breakfast in the morning included with the room reservation. Its a very comfortable place to stay in a quiet residence neighborhood Consider it a Family orientated hotel. The next time you want to vacation in Puerto Rico Think about staying at this hotel i am sure you will enjoy your stay E.Montalvo

Great, convenient, clean, perfect beach accommodations! Go…read morethere. Richelle and Alex are grea. Leñas Café is downstairs and the open at 6am-9pm. I definately recommend this place

The full kitchen was the biggest plus here! We were able to buy food at the nearby Amigo market and…read moreprepare our meals (especially important since we were staying over Christmas and were worried things would be closed!). There are 3 suites and we were in the Surfer Suite. Our room had a double bed and a queen sofabed. We opted to sleep on the sofabed. The double bed was much more comfortable (it was your typical sofabed!) but we wanted the space. The suites share a small balcony that wraps around the building and looks out over the ocean (hence the name!). The location is about 20 minutes from the entrance to El Yunque, so it's perfect if you want to hike! Lots of beaches nearby as well. The immediate location (surrounding blocks) is a little weird/empty, but it's within a few minutes to lots of businesses. Richelle, the owner, is super sweet and has provided lots of amenities like camping chairs, beach towels, and coolers for your trip. Be aware - you must pay in cash or through paypal.

This was a very nice resort. It is near El Yunque National Forest. I had a studio and it was very…read moreclean and spacious with a balcony. The resort is located on the beach which is very nice and the chairs and umbrellas are free. There were two pools and one had a swim up bar while the other had a huge waterslide. I did not eat at the resort since I had a rental car and ate in the surrounding area, but there were several restaurants at the resort to eat from. I did have drinks at the swim up bar and the Pina Coladas were very good. The staff is amazing. They are very courteous and hardworking. There were activities by the pool and the atmosphere was very relaxing. I will come back here again. There is a $20 a day daily parking fee. Valet is more expensive.

Honestly this place kinda blows. We got there at 1:30pm and checked in. They said our room wasn't…read moreready which I wasn't to worried about since check in was 4. However they said it would be ready for us in an hour. Didn't receive a text so we went up to the desk at 4pm and it still wasn't ready. 15min went by and still nothing. Room wasn't ready until 4:30. Drinks are outrageously priced. Everything in the store, food wise has no prices. I paid $40 for 2 waters and 2 granola bars. Absolutely insane. The water pressure in the shower is awful it's either dribbling or you have skin ripping pressure. Also the Thermostat broke as well. They did get that fixed fairly quickly. Bugs in the pools and hot tubs. $16 drinks with like no alcohol. You also have to pay $20 a day for parking. Would not recommend

Scott and Nike were fantastic hosts; on the first day we were greeted with fresh passionfruit from…read moretheir garden! We were so impressed with their hospitality and the condo itself; the view was impeccable! It's location was perfect, being only 20 minutes from the tourist areas gave use the opportunity to explore the island, but we were also able to enjoy the relaxation and seclusion that the resort offered. I would HIGHLY recommend and encourage you to stay at this location if you are ever visiting the San Juan area.

From the owner: From the former Owner/Operator of El Escondido Guest House, Introducing El Escondido Studios &…read moreGardens. Four newly constructed (2019) modern studio rentals situated among one of the largest and most diversified privately held gardens in Puerto Rico. Perfect for both bird watchers and reptile enthusiasts alike. Each unit boasts over 325 square feet of tastefully decorated living space featuring kitchenettes on private covered balconies with spectacular panoramic views, queen size platform beds (in addition to comfortable full/queen futons) and private en suite bathrooms with rain shower. All located on over 5 acres of gated property at the edge of the Sierra de Luquillo Mountain Range in Canovanas, Puerto Rico, each studio offers breath-taking mountain, valley, city and Atlantic coast views. Only 25 minutes from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (SJU) El Escondido is the perfect base camp for exploring the East end of the island. From historic Old San Juan and urban beaches and swanky nightlife of Condado, to other popular beaches of Pinones and Luquillo, our close proximity to El Yunque National Rain forest and the Bio-bay in Fajardo, there's plenty to do and see all within a short 45 minute drive! Plus, we're here to help you plan your adventure or simply answer any questions you may have. Rates: $125/night plus 9% tourism tax, based on double occupancy and 2 night minimum stays. $25 + tax each additional person per night. Children 5 years and under stay free.

Not giving any negative stats here. Low priced , free breakfast, free beach chairs for the beach,…read moreand great customer service. Was very happy staying here. The rooms were clean, and all went super well. For the price I was very pleased.

currently staying here right now and will be staying for the next 8 more days. so far i hate it!…read moreFirst we check in the front desk is like whatever not really friendly at all we check in around 11:30pm. I booked this hotel through Capital One app which is 3rd party. I used my 140k miles (points) on top of paying another $662 plus during check in another $733 this place is pretty expensive and so far for me is not even worth it yet. We got in the room the room size is ok. has a small closet. microwave and fridge. the AC is not strong enough so far we been sleeping sweating every night. I cannot sleep so uncomfortable. The only good part about this hotel is that across the street is the beach. but thats it. the pool is ok too simple. housekeeping is friendly. thats why i give this one star so far! I will update my review the day off check out. so far I'm not happy and satisfied with this hotel and i don't recommend it.

We loved our stay. We only needed to be there for a night but we were so impressed. Great…read morecommunication from the hosts and super clean. Had we needed to stay longer, the room would have had anything we needed. Hot water and awesome shower too. Great location for walking to dinner and breakfast. A little beach for laying out at or surf lessons are close by too. Easy to get a taxi or uber too. Our stay was great.

We had never been to Luquillo (or Puerto Rico), so we didn't know what to expect. We had been…read moreroad-tripping around the island for about 10 days and Luquillo was our final destination. At first glance, it didn't seem like much was going on in the area. We were a bit concerned. We were a few hours early before our scheduled arrival, but we decided to check out where the hotel was to get our bearings. While doing so, we ended up meeting Dylan the owner. Super nice, awesome guy. Originally from the mainland. He was kind enough to let us check in early because the room was available. This was unexpected and certainly welcomed! The room was GREAT. SUPER clean, SUPER modern. VERY nicely decorated. Lots of little touches to make it so welcoming: robes, beach towels, yoga mats, beach chairs. Dylan sure knows how to decorate. Good water pressure, nice hot water, beautiful tile work, comfy memory foam bed, great sheets and blankets. We stayed on the top floor. Directly outside was a community deck with lights, a couple picnic tables, and some hammock chairs. The ocean and beach is LITERALLY steps away. You can hear the waves. It is incredibly relaxing. We spent time on the beach, which was very quiet. It was just us, some surfers, and a little flock of pelicans that provided HOURS of entertainment. A few minutes walk in one direction (along the beach) is a laid back restaurant called Boardriders. They served up really good fish tacos (mahi) and churrasco sandwiches. You sit and have your meal right along the beach. It's super chill and awesome. About 500 feet away from the Surfing Turtle is a little breakfast and lunch walk-up place. Super cheap prices and great breakfast sandwiches. There's also a nice restaurant directly across the street. El Yunque is only about a 15 minute drive away (book reservations ahead of time bc of COVID!!!!). Big line of 50+ kioskos were also about 10 minutes drive away. Across the road (about 5 min drive) there is a KFC, McDonalds, Wendy's, Walgreens, and a grocery store called Amigo (not a Walmart, as Maps suggests). After some hesitation because of the few reviews of the Surfing Turtle, this stay ended up being our favorite out of a 10 day trip. The location right on the beach is perfect. The owner is so great. The rooms were so clean and modern. Has a hostel feel, not a chain all-inclusive. Mix of all ages staying there, mostly on the younger side, but we are in our 40s and didn't feel like we were the "old people" haha. Highly recommend if you are looking for a modern, chill place in Luquillo with a great, quiet beach right behind it. We definitely would stay here again.

This was more of an Airbnb vs a resort hotel experience. At $800/night i was extremely…read moredisappointed! We were told that this was part of the Grand Reserve hotel & we're expecting all the amenities of a resort hotel stay but in fact this was a condo which was a 25 min walk to the hotel, nothing close by so we could not purchase coffee, water, food for breakfast and very far away from any town for us to do so.

Raices Yoga & Culture Retreat is as fantastic as it gets. Having just come away from participating…read morein the cultural aspects of the retreat I'm absolutely floored. Jendar is 100% the real deal and has done a lot of work to give people an amazing experience of Puerto Rico- from Bomba dance lessons, to private museum tours, yoga on the beach, waterfall hikes, catered local farm-to-table meals, and meditation, yoga nidra-- the activities just go on and on! Even with all the items on the schedule there is still the perfect amount of time to relax, see San Juan, explore Ocean Park, Condado- or go to poetry readings and salsa at night! It's the kind of retreat that is going to attract people who are conscientious, thoughtful, interesting, and just downright fun. Really the best way I've ever started a new year.