San Mateo Travel Guide

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San Mateo

Popular places to visit

Port of San Juan

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.

Port of San Juan
Luquillo Beach featuring a sandy beach

Luquillo Beach

Sample local street food or doze under a palm tree on this picturesque stretch of coast.

Luquillo Beach
Condado Beach which includes kayaking or canoeing, tropical scenes and a beach

Condado Beach

This beach within the bustling city of San Juan is the perfect place to relax for a few hours.

Condado Beach
Dorado Beach

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.

Dorado Beach
Carolina Beach

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 lively bars.

Carolina Beach
Escambron Beach

Escambron Beach

Swim in calm waters among colorful fish at a picturesque beach that is regularly voted one of the best in Puerto Rico.

Escambron Beach

Activities

City Lights / GLOW

LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon

NZ$128
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon
Old San Juan Walking Tour

Old San Juan Walking Tour

NZ$67
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Old San Juan Walking Tour
El Yunque Rainforest Natural Waterslide on a sunny Puerto Rico Day

El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos

NZ$101
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

NZ$169
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
Old San Juan City Walking Tour

Old San Juan City Walking Tour

NZ$67
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Old San Juan City Walking Tour
Single female snorkeler in the ocean off the coast of Puerto Rico

Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch

NZ$314
per traveller
90% of travellers recommend
Catamaran Sail & Snorkeling in the Caribbean with Lunch
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Our pick of the best San Mateo Hotel Deals

The Looking Glass Hotel

The Looking Glass Hotel

2 out of 5
1661 Av. Juan Ponce de León, San Juan, Puerto Rico
Stay at this hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, Netflix, and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Condado ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (229 reviews)
"Awesome stay! Super clean and quiet! Really cozy!"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

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The Looking Glass Hotel
Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado

3.5 out of 5
301 Hwy 693, Dorado, Vega Alta
The price is NZ$385 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$385
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Vega Alta. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,586 reviews)
"Nice, quiet, clean, excellent, safe, great staff, beautiful outdoor and pool we had a wonderful time! Yes we will stay again!!!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hyatt Vacation Club at Hacienda del Mar, Dorado
The Royal Sonesta San Juan

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4 out of 5
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is NZ$480 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
NZ$480
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Carolina. Enjoy a full-service spa, 6 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,013 reviews)
"This property was beautiful. Loved the beach and pool areas. Our room could have been a little more clean & our sink was stopped up, but we did not complain. The staff was very nice and informative on places to try while down there."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

5 out of 5
1055 Ashford Avenue, San Juan
The price is NZ$732 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$732
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,579 reviews)
"Rooms were great, very clean, beautiful views three different swimming pools great restaurants, one of the nicest hotels in Puerto Rico"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
1077 Ashford Ave Condado, San Juan
The price is NZ$542 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$542
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in San Juan. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,111 reviews)
"Awesome room with a beautiful ocean view, God willing we're going back next year. There are not enough dining options but there are other places nearby within walking distance. We did have dinner at Levant is was very nice!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

5 out of 5
6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$717 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
NZ$717
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Carolina. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,002 reviews)
"It was beautiful"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around San Mateo

Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico which includes street scenes

Santurce

While you're in Santurce, take in top sights like Condado Beach and jump on the metro at Sacred Heart Station to see more of the city.

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Parque

While visiting Parque, you might make a stop by sights like Playa Ocean Park and Calle Loiza.

Parque
Condado

Condado

The stunning beaches and popular shops are just a few highlights of Condado. Make a stop by Condado Beach or Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort while you're exploring the area.

Condado
San Juan which includes tropical scenes, a city and a beach

Ocean Park

Ocean Park is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Calle Loiza and Playa Ocean Park.

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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 Carribbean Cinemas Fine Arts Miramar might round out your trip.

Miramar
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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.

Hato Rey Norte

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