San Mateo Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities
El Yunque Rainforest Guided Hiking Tour
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall beach Tour with Food n Photos
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
Underwater Sea Trek at Private Beach in San Juan
Best of Old San Juan Walking Tour with El Morro Entry
From Carolina: Horse Riding at a Private Ranch
Our pick of the best San Mateo Hotel Deals
The Looking Glass Hotel
It was close to the cruise port.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Caribe Hilton
The pool was nice, although I swam in the ocean rather than the pool.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
Great place for a beach vacation. You have your own kitchen, dishwasher, washing machine, and get plenty of towels. Chairs and umbrellas are available at the beach. Wonderful staff and wonderful facility. Would recommend to rent a car.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
All was great!!
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
San Juan Marriott Resort and Stellaris Casino
Everyone on staff is polite and friendly- whoever does the hiring for these people is spot on! Last year I stayed in a nice hotel in Isla Verde but I missed the Marriott Stelaris (where I had stayed around 8 or 9 times). So I came back this year and was very happy to be there. Superior service.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
Loved the facility and all it had. Would recommend it.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around San Mateo
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.
Parque
While visiting Parque, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.
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.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.
Miramar
The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Miramar. A stop by Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico or Laguna del Condado might round out your trip.
Hato Rey Norte
You might enjoy the restaurants while in Hato Rey Norte. Plaza las Americas is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Roosevelt Station or Hato Rey Station to see more of the city.