We recently stayed at the Rainforest Inn during our trip to Puerto Rico, and I want to share our…read morehonest experience both the good and the bad. This is simply our experience, and I'm not interested in debating or defending how we felt. To start with the positives: before booking, I read many reviews and was excited about supporting what appeared to be a small business run by a husband and wife. The property itself is absolutely beautiful , truly breathtaking scenery. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and surprisingly cool despite there being no air conditioning. The cooling system on the beds was amazing. We also did the hike on the property, which was beautiful and definitely one of the highlights of our stay. The wife was incredibly pleasant, welcoming, and knowledgeable about hospitality. She made us feel comfortable from the beginning. Unfortunately, several interactions with the husband left us feeling uncomfortable throughout our stay. Each morning, coffee and tea were offered to guests. One morning, since we planned to hike, we politely declined coffee multiple times. Despite saying no several times, the offer continued in a way that felt oddly tense, as though our declining offended him. During conversation, he openly mentioned that his wife often tells him he comes across as rude. He also praised her hospitality skills, and honestly, I completely agreed with him on that point. What really unsettled me happened when we were signing waivers for the hike. He handed me the waiver with a pen attached. After I passed the paperwork to my husband, my husband reached for the pen, and instead of handing it to him directly, the pen was tossed toward him. Whether intentional or not, the interaction immediately rubbed me the wrong way and changed the energy for me completely. For context, we are a Black couple, and while I cannot say what anyone's intentions were, some of the interactions throughout our stay felt uncomfortable enough that it became hard not to notice. Especially in the way my husband was treated at times. Another example: he offered to send horseback riding information to me. Since I didn't have my phone nearby, I asked twice for the information to be sent to my husband instead. Despite that, the information was still sent to me. The final issue involved the laundry area. We were washing a small load of clothes and some towels during the allowed hours. A few minutes into drying, he opened the dryer himself, removed my personal clothing including bras and underwear -- and left them sitting on top of the washer. He later sent a text saying the dryer was overloaded and making noise, although the load was not packed tightly and was smaller than the load left behind by the previous guests. What bothered me most was not the concern about the machine, but the fact that my personal undergarments were handled instead of simply asking us to adjust the load ourselves. None of these incidents individually caused a confrontation because we chose to remain respectful and calm throughout our stay. However, taken together, they left a stain on what otherwise could have been an excellent experience. Afterward, I revisited some of the lower rated reviews and noticed that several other guests also mentioned discomfort with the husband's demeanor and communication style. I also noticed responses to criticism often seemed defensive. Again, this review is not written to argue with the owners or invite debate from strangers online. This was our experience, and no one gets to tell us how we should feel about the interactions we had during our stay.

The Rainforest Inn was a perfect place to stay for our first trip to a Puerto Rico. We loved being…read moreable to walk outside our villa and get onto the rainforest trail. We stayed in the Paradise Suite and found it to be very comfortable and relaxing. The breakfasts were superb! Bill and Renee were great hosts! Hopefully we make it back someday!

Hosted my wedding here and had a wonderful experience. There were some small details that could…read morehave gone differently. For cocktail hour they served the sangria when we had chosen the blue hacienda. Minor things like that that were rather inconvenient but didn't ruin our day. The venue is absolutely beautiful and our wedding was amazing

I wish I didn't have to write this review, but after multiple emails, messages, and empty promises…read morethat someone would reach out, we've been completely ignored. Our wedding was in December, and it's now almost February--still no response from the venue or the owner. The issue? We paid extra for a higher-tier bar package, only to find that our bar signage was hidden, and the bartender had no idea how to make any of the drinks. Classic cocktails like Old Fashioneds and Negronis were made poorly (when they were made at all), and in the end, most guests resorted to drinking only wine, champagne, or beer--completely negating the premium package we paid for. We made menus for the drinks and they magically disappeared. To make matters worse, we were previously assured via email that the bartender was experienced, only to later find out that they were hired the day before the event. This level of unprofessionalism is unacceptable. We reached out multiple times to resolve this fairly, including requesting a partial refund for a service we didn't receive. We were met with silence. Someone on Instagram keeps telling us that "someone will reach out," yet here we are, still waiting. If you're considering this venue, be warned: they have no problem taking your money, but when an issue arises, they disappear. We expected better, and at the very least, a response. Mind you, the location is spectacular but the fact that they hired someone without experience to work a wedding is shady and unfair to the guests and couple who paid out of pocket to make this an experience. It was an experience but not one that we smile about when it comes to talking about the bar saturation . 90% of guests are all industry people. Thanks for not responding. I tried.

This B&B is in a great location in the old San Juan area. Just a couple of blocks from San…read moreCristobal Castle, a block from the ocean and close to Morro castle and the heart of old San Juan - it's hard to beat this location. The rooms are comfortable and the air conditioning is excellent. Their wi-fi is fast and very reliable. The breakfast was delicious and the service was excellent. I am a very light sleeper, so I did notice the street noise from an active area in any type of city. My wife and couple we were travelling with had no problems. But to be this close to everything, this was a non-issue for me because the B&B and location are really top-notch. If you want the best of all worlds when staying in the old San Juan area, this is the place to be.

Casa Sol is a wonderful place to stay! I had never stayed at a b&b and wanted an authentic…read moreexperience, visiting San Juan. The room is so cute and clean, and it is walking distance to so many shops, bars, and restaurants. Breakfast each morning was delicious and didn't ever leave me hungry (bowl of fresh fruit and coffee and juice). Next time we want to visit San Juan, we will definitely stay here again! They also suggested a couple other b&bs to visit (Casa Flamboyant and Dos Aguas--make sure to check them out, too!) ***PRO TIP: If you intend on being in San Juan for more than a day, I HIGHLY recommend not having a car until you decide to leave and explore other parts of the Island. Everything is walking distance so there's no need to drive (or you can Uber). If you absolutely have to pick up your rental car right off the bat, you will have to park you car overnight in a garage or a lot. There is a $3/day lot that is a little bit of a walk, near the National Guard base. Drop off your luggage with someone in your party and they'll check in, and you should park your car there.

If you read nothing else below in my review, just know this: I've stayed at quite a few B&Bs, and I…read morecan say without hesitation that Casa Encanto is my ultimate favorite for food, accommodations, and warm hospitality. ALL-TIME BEST B&B! Two days before my wife and I arrived at Casa Encanto, Hurricane Ernesto formed right over this side of Puerto Rico, knocking out power across the island. Trees and power lines were down everywhere, rivers flooded, and bridges in El Yunque National Forest were washed out. Despite this, canceling was not an option. We had a 4x4 Jeep Wrangler and a determination to enjoy our 25th wedding anniversary. When we pulled up to Casa Encanto, Lisa and Ryan greeted us with frozen mojitos in custom strawed Casa Encanto Yeti Ramblers--It tasted unlike every mojito I have ever had before, though surely it was one of the most delicious frozen concoctions I have ever sucked down a tube! During our tour, Ryan confirmed that Luquillo had lost power but assured us it wouldn't be an issue at Casa Encanto due to their solar panels and Tesla batteries. He was right--the house remained fully powered for our entire stay. When you stay here, it's just you and your significant other--no other guests on the property. You'll have the entire private downstairs floor of this three-story house, right next to your own swimming pool and rainforest gardens. The space is fully equipped with everything you need, including a kitchen that you'll likely never use, thanks to the incredible meals provided daily. Trust me, the portions are generous--you'll definitely have enough leftovers for a second meal. Speaking of the food, Lisa and Ryan treated us to five incredible meals at Casa Encanto: Coconut Guava Monte Cristo: Brioche dipped in coconut custard, turned into French toast, and stuffed with Swiss cheese, ham, and turkey. Topped with powdered sugar and a guava sauce drizzle. Lisa thoughtfully served the coconut on the side for me. It was simply incredible. Lump Crab & Shrimp Cakes Benedict: A poached egg with lemon butter caper sauce atop a crab and shrimp cake on sautéed spinach and an English muffin. Quite possibly the best crab cake I've ever had. Breaded Breakfast Cereal Steak w/Biscuits & Sausage Gravy: Milanesa steak breaded in Kellogg's Corn Flakes, pan-fried, and served with biscuits and sausage gravy. This meal broke into my top five chicken fried steaks list, the only one outside Texas to do so! El Yunque Omelette: A three-egg omelet with sautéed tomatoes, asparagus, baby spinach, portobellos, red onions, poblanos, and cilantro, filled with sharp cheddar and topped with avocado slices and spicy mayo. To be honest, my wife got this and I never took bite, but she loved it. Looked amazing. Steak & Lobster Claws Dinner: As a surprise bonus meal for staying four nights at Casa Encanto, we were served an amazing steak dinner... coconut mashed potatoes, roasted mushrooms, Filet Mignon drizzled with au jus, crowned with lobster knuckles in garlic butter, and a triple chocolate mousse cake for dessert. I ate all of my steak and half of my wife's, and it was so freaking perfect that I almost cried. The slice of cake was so good and rich that it took me over two days to finish it. Every breakfast was served with fruit from their orchard and a bellini, and one morning, we opted for the fresh mango smoothie, made with mangos from their orchard. There is so much more to say about Casa Encanto and Ryan & Lisa - I could gush on and on, but I'm going to wrap it up because you probably have stopped reading up to this point, anyway... On our way checking out, we opted to purchase two of those custom strawed Casa Encanto Yeti Ramblers I mentioned earlier in this review, but on the condition that Lisa include a Piña Colada in them. When I asked Ryan a few days earlier who made the best Piña Colada in Puerto Rico, without reservation he replied, "My wife!" I think he may be wrong, though... That was the best Piña Colada I've had ANYWHERE!

As most ecolodges are pretty basic operations, Casacubuy is typical. No frills, bordering on meh…read more On the wrong side of El Yunque National Park. I would not recommend this place. The good: wifi works, owner is a nice elderly American woman, views are good. The not so good: there's no restaurant here or nearby...be prepared to drive down the mountain to find anything. Guests are encouraged to bring their own food and store and cook their own meals in a community refrigerator. (wish I had known this beforehand). The premises are quite tired and worn. But also somewhat dirty/unkempt. The road ends 1/4 mile up the hill and is no longer passable, post hurricane, meaning it's now a one hour drive to get to the Visitors Center and the main, popular and desirable side of the National park. None of this is mentioned on their website. We changed our plans and checked out a day early, and didn't bother ask for a refund, we were so eager to get out of there!

The bed and breakfast is super well situated with two private hikes that lead to fresh water…read morecascade lagoons where you can swim in the natural waterfall. The views are amazing and the breakfast is refreshing! Such a pleasure to be perched up in the rainforest, especially when Skip is teaching us about the different birds right in front of us like a post card! Cute little hangout spots in the common area and our room had a private patio and hammock! The hosts are so welcoming, greeting us with fresh fruit, toast and eggs! They even drove us down the road to the nearby restaurant (Noelia's - you have to check it out!) and were very accommodating.

We have been staying at Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast each year for the past eight years-we…read morewouldn't miss a chance to relax and enjoy all that Bella Vista offers their guests. Wendy and Doug provide all the amenities found in a five star resort: delicious breakfasts, beautiful rooms, a pool overlooking Charlotte Amalie, concierge services, and wonderful conversation. You will not be disappointed when you stay at Bella Vista!

If you're going to be staying on Saint Thomas I'm assuming you want to have a great time while…read moreyou're there. Well look. No. Further. Bellavista Bed and Breakfast is the best place to stay on Saint Thomas and let me tell you why. Location: The bed and breakfast is halfway up a sizable hill, so you get a clear view of the cruise ship harbor, the ocean, and all of Charlotte Amelie, the second biggest town on the island. It's far enough away from downtown that you can't really hear it, but close enough that a quick 5 minute walk will get you where you want to go. Facilities: An amazing house with surprisingly strong security; if she didn't point it out to you, you wouldn't notice it at all. The house is very open during the day and locked up tight at night time. The house itself is gorgeous with a lovely open living room and a balcony off the kitchen where Wendy, the owner, serves her amazing breakfasts (more on that later). There is a private deck side pool for when you want to skip coki beach and just be somewhere quiet. The rooms are just what you need, and she keeps them immaculate. Breakfast: Prepared to be blown away. My wife and I are pretty used to hotel continental breakfasts: contrasted with Wendy's food the hotels are serving you rubbish. Wendy prepares beautiful meals with fresh fruit, everything made from scratch, and frequently with self made smoothies. Breakfast isn't something you'd ever expect to be this good; for us it was the best part of everyday, and we had some really good days. Wendy: Yeah she's an amenity all by herself. She's incredibly friendly, very funny, and gives you the most personal service you've ever had. She knows practically everything about the island and what to do, she knows exactly who and when to call for cabs, and on top of this runs the whole B&B almost single handedly. She's one of the nicest people you will ever meet. All in all you're going to be getting an experience better than some of the activities on the island you'll be booking. Wouldn't you rather have an amazing experience you can rely on everyday than just the regular old hotel trip? I would, and I am so glad I stayed here.

I have never been to the Caribbean before, however now I plan on going back at least once a year. I…read morefell in love with this small island B&B the moment I laid eyes on it. It was colourful, warm and welcoming. Culebra is not an island of big fancy 5 star hotels or casinos and that's just what I were looking for. You feel at home in Culebra the moment you are greeted at the airport by Mark or Terrie and this is something that I have never experienced before. Mark and Terrie were over the top, fantastic hosts. They were more than helpful when it came to suggestions on places to dine, activities to do that day or places to rent a kayak or bike. Not only were they friendly and accommodating but they went above and beyond what you would normally expect from a regular B&B in the states. Their thoughtfulness radiates from them like sunshine on the beach. If my boyfriend or I needed anything at all, Mark and Terrie would make sure they recommended something or got it for us. I went to Culebra during Thanksgiving vacation and wasn't expecting to find a Turkey dinner anywhere. To my surprise, I was invited upstairs to Mark and Terrie's place above the guesthouse for a HUGE feast fit for a king. It was great to converse with other guests, meet their friends from the island and get to know Mark and Terrie. I felt like a true islander that had lived here for years and not just a visitor or a guest. I stayed in the Bougainvillea Room which had a Queen sized bed. Each room at the Palmetto included a private bathroom with a shower, mini-refrigerator, an air conditioner and an alarm clock (very helpful, but we didn't use it much... hehe). They provided clean linens and also offered complementary beach towels, snorkeling gear and GREAT coffee every morning.. and this just names a few of the complementary items offered. Thank you Mark and Terrie!!

Beautiful bed and breakfast. We stayed here for part of our honeymoon and we just loved it. We made…read morefriends with the other guest and that just made it more fun. You can borrow all their snorkel gear and beach stuff at no extra cost. We were picked up from the ferry and were given a small tour of the downtown area which we loved. The bed is comfy and the back porch is relaxing after a long day of the beach.

What happened to this Inn? It was such an amazing place to visit and we were hoping to return very…read moresoon. I'm not able to find any info on a closure but says it's permanently closed. I visited back in 2012 or 2013 I believe. It was so amazing and comfortable. We regretted having rented a beach house in Arecibo after having the first night here. The tranquility, the land, the views, the sounds. It was a perfect retreat from life and technology. I miss you already. :(

This was a great stop on our trip. Ceiba Country Inn is right on the fringe of the rainforest, with…read morean upstairs deck that overlooks the valley all the way to the water. Completely relaxing. Swinging in a hammock, listening to the coquis, and looking up at the moon through palm trees full of coconuts..... Rooms were simple but more than enough. Clean and nice. The property really makes you feel like you're out in the jungle... away from civilization and yet still completely safe (a rarity on the island). Short drive to Fajardo, El Yunque, or the Luquillo kiosks. Breakfast is simple and serviceable, but the real draw here is the laid back atmosphere and beautiful grounds. The owner is quick to shake your hand and welcome you to his little slice of paradise. Highly recommended.

So I went to St John in November and just wanted to give some updates. The island is up and running…read moreso the fun is on! I stayed at Garden by the Sea for my stay and will never stay anywhere else. Everything about it is amazing. From the service Eileen and John give to the comfort and ease of being at a B&B. Friendly, clean, affordable, and beautiful views!!! GO GO GO!!!! Barbara B.

We prefer B&Bs that have absorbed some local color and character. In selecting the "Garden by the…read moreSea," we hit the nail right on the head. This lovely little inn has true island charm--from the private, screened-in outside shower replete with tropical plants, sea glass mobiles, and walls bedecked with sea shells and corral, to the open-air common room with beautifully tiled mosaic floors of local sea life, and birds chirping all around. The location was perfect for us. It was a reasonable stroll to the beach bars and ferry (by way of the path along the pond). But the distance from those "lively" spots means that an evening spent on the veranda at the inn is restful, not like your third-story balcony over M Street in Georgetown. When we booked our trip in March, it was with Kathleen, but when we arrived it was the new owners, Eileen and John, who greeted us. Every thing had been handled so seamlessly that, if they had not told us of their new occupation as inn owners, we would not have known there had been a hand-off. From the helpful hospitality and excellent breakfasts, to the morning greeting of Fiona and Cooper (their dogs), we found this garden by the sea a genuine West Indies experience.

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.

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.