The Best of Puerto Rico
By Zain Deane, About.com Guide to Puerto Rico Travel
Looking for the best restaurants, hotels, activities, beaches, and other entertainment on the island? Find all that, and more, in this section. From bargain hotels in San Juan to the best places to lose ... er, win all your money, you'll find the best that Puerto Rico has to offer here.
Lodging
The best lodging options in Puerto Rico depend greatly on budget and taste. Fortunately, the island offers a "best of" for everyone ... from best value hotels in the capital to the most kid-friendly properties on the island. Before you book a room, check this list to see what grabs your interest.
- Puerto Rico's Best Hotel: The Horned Dorset Primavera
- Most Romantic Hotels
- Most Kid-Friendly Hotels
- Best Boutique Hotels
- Best Casino Hotels in San Juan
- Best Bargain Hotels in San Juan
- Best Cheap Hotels in San Juan
- Best Hotels in Vieques
- About.com Hotel Guide's Best Hotels in Puerto Rico
Food and Dining
If you go hungry in Puerto Rico, it'll be your fault. The island's gastronomy offers something for every palate. As for where to get the best local specialties, international menus, and most romantic settings ... well, just click below.
- Varita
- Ajili Mójili
- International Restaurants in San Juan
- Most Romantic Restaurants in San Juan
- Best Cocktails
Attractions and Activities
I can't think of too many tropical islands where you can divide your day between visiting a five-hundred-year old fort, spelunking in an underground cave system, basking on a beach and gambling away the night. But Puerto Rico has it all. What's the best thing to do while you're here? The simple answer is, enjoy! But here are a few more detailed suggestions.
- Top 5 Attractions in Puerto Rico
- Best Beaches
- 7 Natural Wonders of Puerto Rico
- Biggest Events and Holidays
Shopping
Puerto Rico is a justified shopping mecca. Local designers and the world's most exclusive brands will lure you into their shops. Jewelry shops abound. Souvenirs include excellent handmade works of excellent craftmanship. And even art collectors will have something to take home.
