Santa Barbara Travel Guide

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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

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours

NZ$115
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Puerto Rico: UTV and Can-Am Sightseeing Tours
El Yunque Rainforest Natural Waterslide on a sunny Puerto Rico Day

El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos

NZ$100
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
El Yunque Waterslide and Waterfall Tour with Food and Photos
City Lights / GLOW

LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon

NZ$127
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
LED Kayak Night Glow Tour in Condado Lagoon
Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayaking Experience in Fajardo

Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayak Experience in Fajardo (transport optional)

NZ$83
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Bioluminescent Bay Night Kayak Experience in Fajardo (transport optional)
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour

NZ$76
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Casa Bacardi Distillery Tour
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer

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

NZ$168
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
San Juan: Old San Juan Sunset Cruise with Drinks & Transfer
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Our pick of the best Santa Barbara Hotel Deals

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

5 out of 5
1055 Ashford Avenue, San Juan
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$431 per night from 29 Sept to 30 Sept
NZ$431
29 Sept - 30 Sept
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! (1,577 reviews)
"This hotel was beautiful. All the staff were amazing. The facilities were well maintained and I felt safe with all of the entrances being gated and locked. The view from the infinity pool was breathtaking. I would definitely make this my go to hotel for every visit to PR."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

4 out of 5
200 Coco Beach Blvd. Highway 955-I, Río Grande
The price is NZ$556 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
NZ$556
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,614 reviews)
"Food and drink was amazing and the staff was lovely"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
Caribe Hilton

Caribe Hilton

4.5 out of 5
1 San Geronimo Street, San Juan
The price is NZ$451 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$451
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this 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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,278 reviews)
"Stayed here for a solo trip - I loved the location of this hotel and my balcony view of the beach! The staff were very friendly and accommodating. The beach on property was absolutely perfect"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Caribe Hilton
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$567 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$567
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (2,057 reviews)
"This is the one and only IT hotel in San Juan. The best drinks. The best pool. The best nightlife. Book… don’t think twice. Book a room with a balcony… thank me later!"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino

3.5 out of 5
8000 Tartak Street, Carolina
The price is NZ$370 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$370
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly resort in Carolina. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a casino. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,991 reviews)
"Everything was exceptional. The staff was amazing !"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Juan Hotel & Casino
The Royal Sonesta San Juan

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4 out of 5
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina
The price is NZ$602 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
NZ$602
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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! (1,970 reviews)
"Great property ,beautiful property,great staff"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Royal Sonesta San Juan
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Other neighbourhoods around Santa Barbara

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Sabana Abajo

If you're spending some time in Sabana Abajo, Plaza Carolina and Carolina Children's Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Sabana Abajo
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Cangrejo Arriba

If you're spending some time in Cangrejo Arriba, Balneario de Carolina and Isla Verde Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Cangrejo Arriba
Isla Verde showing sailing, a sandy beach and boating

Isla Verde

5/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Isla Verde rave about its stunning beaches, fantastic nightlife and first-class casinos. You might also want to make some time to see Carolina Beach or Isla Verde Beach while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Isla Verde
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Zarzal

If you're spending some time in Zarzal, El Yunque National Forest and Bahia Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Zarzal
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Cupey

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Cupey and surrounding area, you can visit Mercado de Rio Piedras and The Mall of San Juan.

Cupey
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.

Ocean Park

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