We had a wonderful stay, but it was more because of the people we traveled with and not so much…read morethis place. The good- being so close the water, breakfast served daily, beds and pillows were pretty comfortable, AC and fans kept the rooms cool, private and away from crowds. The downside - it does NOT look like what is advertizied. The cushions on all the seats and lounge chairs are old and stained and were soaking wet so could barely use them, the pool was dirty and had to request it to be cleaned, the trash was overflowing when we arrived, the ice maker was not working, the in room massage was expensive for what we got, there is no safe passage to the beach, the outdoor furniture is not well maintained, no umbrellas, furniture old and outdated. I would not return unless they did a massive update.

Beautiful location, beautifully decorated. Professional courteous staff. Clean nicely groomed…read moregrounds. A wonderful unforgettable experience. Thank you!

Very nice hotel first Time staying here rooms are super basic has air conditioning but NO wifi…read moreunless your in the lobby, tried to do some work online but gave up, besides that not a bad place to stay at. Close to many local amenities. I'm in room 216

Cool old hotel at a fair price. It's a step back to an earlier age of glamour and panache…read more Check-in was easy, friendly staff, and just a 10 minute car ride to Scuba Diving with Island Scuba. A supermarket is less than 3 minutes away by car, and the hotel has a nice pool with a shallow entrance for wheelchairs or young kids. Two nights were comfortable for $127/night.

Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve feels like stepping into a real-life nature sanctuary with…read moreluxury layered on top. My one-week stay here has been genuinely magical. The first night I heard what I assumed was a curated "rainforest soundtrack" through speakers. It's not. Those are actual local frogs, and that small detail somehow sets the tone for the whole experience: it feels real, private, and almost unreal at the same time. The room is massive and thoughtfully designed. The outdoor shower is a standout, and the big tub makes it feel like you have your own spa built in. I didn't have a private pool since I'm on the second floor, but the view is so beautiful I stopped caring pretty quickly. What impressed me most was how effortless everything felt. Having an Embajador team plus a driver/golf cart makes the resort feel easy to navigate, and they're quick to respond when you need anything. The pool is stunning and spacious, and the overall vibe is quiet, calm, and never chaotic. The only thing I wouldn't hype is room service. It was underwhelming for the price, especially the lobster. If you're deciding where to eat, go to Positivo near the concierge instead, it was noticeably better. Even when the weather turned intense, it didn't take away from the stay. If anything, it made the resort feel even more cozy and cinematic. Add in the humidity controls in the room (so underrated), and it's one of those places you leave already planning how to come back.

This is hands down the most luxurious most accommodating, beautiful resort there is. The Ritz…read moreabsolutely paid into detail, atmosphere, service, cleanliness, activities, family friendly, quiet, ect! I could go on about how you NEED to vacation here. The views and spa are stunning, the restaurants are PHENOMENAL. The service and staff know you by name, they pay attention, this is truly what it's like to be waited on hand and foot. This is a MUST in Puerto Rico.

My family loves this resort and raves about it often. It's been their go-to for quick getaways for…read moreyears now. I was glad to finally spend sone time there and experience it for myself. While it's not upgraded or luxurious, it's ample and basically has everything you need. I was satisfied with the front desk, small railway style room, amenities, the grounds, and the location. It's right off El Combate beach, has its own restaurant, parking, pool, basketball hoop, sand volleyball, a couple of hangout areas. It also has a great restaurant/bar down the street called Annie's place that has good food and an incredible beach view. I thoroughly w opted myself and would definitely return.

We loved our stay here. The staff was excellent. Especially Tommy, he was so patient with our large…read moreloud family. He also gave us great service and recommendations. There are several areas to gather on the property and the private beach is stunning. The food here is great too as well as the prices. I loved that there was a store on site to buy refreshments and other vacation supplies. The only recommendation I'd give is that they need to open the bar area later. With the mosquitoes being bad at night it would be nice to have a common indoor area to gather. I hope I get to return. Thank you Combate Beach Resort!

Bancy's has rooms and apartments available for rent by the hosts Robert and Nancy. We booked last…read moreminute through Airbnb after the Airbnb we had originally planned fell through. We arrived around 8pm but Robert was extremely welcoming and accommodating. He gave us a full tour: there's a full sized kitchen, swimming pool, a beautiful garden, and tons of seating in the common areas. He also has kayaks, paddle boards, bikes, and snorkeling gear for his guests to borrow. In our private room we had a full sized bath, a queen bed, and an outdoor area with a hammock and view of the ocean. They keep the place in really great shape! The area felt very safe and the price was more than reasonable. Robert was so friendly to chat with and knowledgeable about the area. We had an amazing stay and would definitely come back.

Fantastic guesthouse. Bob and Nancy were lovely welcoming hosts. They are right next to Playa…read moreManglillo, a lovely beach with mangroves. Less than 200 ft walk! Bancy's has all the amenities of home. Each room is individually decorated. Very comfortable beds and terrific Air conditioning. Please note there are no TV's. We did not miss it and we're glad to get away from television. A fantastic kitchen for communal use. Viking gas stove, two dishwashers, full refrigerator. a very inviting swimming pool. Multiple places to sit outdoors, including a lovely gazebo. Views of the ocean from upstairs balcony. A very quiet neighborhood. A fabulous garden with walking paths. Bob and Nancy had lots of ideas of places to visit for other beaches and restaurants. There there is a supermarket 15 minutes away. They have approximately 11 unique units available to book. Simple bedrooms with private bath on up to elegant three bedroom units. I can't wait to come back. They even have kayaks, paddle boards, and all snorkel equipment for use. Can't say enough about. Bancy's!

An Unforgettable Stay at Villa Cofresi - Truly Exceptional Hospitality…read moreOur stay at Villa Cofresi in Rincón, Puerto Rico turned an unexpected situation into one of the most memorable experiences of our trip--and honestly, one of the best hotel stays we've ever had. We were originally staying at a different 5-star resort and were scheduled to fly out today. Due to a flight cancellation and the resort's inability to extend our stay, we had to book Villa Cofresi at the very last moment. We are genuinely glad this happened, because it led us to discover a place we will return to again and again. From the moment we arrived, the hospitality and customer service were exceptional. Gonzalez at the front desk, who is absolutely wonderful, went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed, supported, and genuinely cared for during a stressful and unexpected situation. She took the time to learn that it was my birthday week, and without us expecting anything at all, she surprised me with a thoughtful little gift left in our room. That level of care truly touched our hearts. To make it even more special, the owner, Sandra Caro, graciously sent a bottle of champagne on behalf of the hotel and staff to celebrate my birthday. This incredibly kind gesture speaks volumes about her leadership and the culture of warmth and generosity she has created at Villa Cofresi. The villa itself is immaculate--spotlessly clean, beautifully maintained, and perfectly located. The views are absolutely stunning, the location is fantastic, and every single staff member we encountered was friendly, welcoming, and happy to help. The atmosphere feels genuine, relaxed, and personal--something that many so-called luxury resorts simply don't offer. What truly sets Villa Cofresi apart is how the team goes out of their way to make guests feel special and valued, even when arriving under last-minute circumstances. In many ways, the service here exceeded that of the 5-star resort we were previously staying at. From now on, Villa Cofresi will be our place to stay whenever we visit Puerto Rico . We will absolutely be coming back and are highly recommending this hotel to our friends and family. Thank you to Gonzalez, Sandra Caro, and the entire Villa Cofresi team for turning an unexpected event--and my birthday week--into such a meaningful and unforgettable experience.

Last time I was in Rincon I could not get a sunset dinner reservation at Villa Cofresi. So this…read moreyear I planned in advance and called several weeks before the trip. We reserved a table at the balcony right at sunset at 6pm. We arrived and promptly got thru the security and were taken to our table and it was the most gorgeous view ever. We ordered the signature drink, The Pirata, and it was delish, very strong , and came in a coconut. We then wanted to order dinner. But no server or employee of any kind came to our table for over an hour after we got our drinks. We waited and waited and when we decided to give up and go elsewhere then finally a server came. So we decided to order since it was about 7:15 and we figured it would take too long to go somewhere else and order. My bf ordered the lobster mofongo in some kind of soup and I got red snapper in a plantain crust. Then again we waited and waited. I was so hungry I started trying to pick the coconut pieces out of my Pirata drink. Finally at 8:11 our food was served, And we were starved. I was prepared to hate the food haha but it was actually so delicious. So I guess come here if you are not starved and have tons of time. And you will get a delicious meal w the most beautiful sunset view.

Very beautiful & serene. The grounds are large, so vacationers, families & groups have plenty of…read moreroom for separate activities. The bar area overlooks the Caribbean. Dinner for a group of 25 was delicious, especially ice cream & sorbet!

Decided to come for a quick getaway with my son. We got a room quickly and headed to the beach,…read moreeverything was nice. The food was good and they have a good kiddie pool. Definitely will return

While it is a great location and for the most part clean my main complaint is that the onsite…read morerestaurant was not open while we were there. That could have been communicated prior or explained on the post.. in addition part of it under construction. The price should ah w reflected this. When I brought it to the attention of the staff there was no manager to address my complaint and a discount was not offered

OFF THE GRID Unplug…read moreyour laptop and enjoy the tropical breeze at this oceanside motel in southwestern Puerto Rico. As we made our way around the island, we needed a single night stay on 1/3/19 and Nichole C found this place. Although I had my doubts (especially based on how it looks from the outside), it turned out to be sort of charming. Upon checking in, we were given a sealed plastic pouch with a TV remote control and our room key--an actual, honest to goodness metal KEY attached to a cute painted wooden turtle! The front desk even has those retro cubbies for mail and packages, something you never see these days. Our room was quaint, a far cry from the Hyatt Regency's and Embassy Suites of the world. The bathroom was small and the water pressure in the shower wasn't great, plus the ceiling tiles were pretty beat up. No bugs though (thank god). Don't bother asking for the Wi-Fi password.....there isn't one. In fact, there was no internet connection *at all* in our room, nor in the common areas. Parador Villa Parguera is located in Lajas, a fairly remote part of the island that will really test your phone's 4G LTE coverage. There was a pool, in addition to a courtyard area with a waterfall and some very nice landscaping. My girl joked that it'd be perfect for weddings, I told her "mmmmm, we could do better". PVP has their own restaurant and backs right up to the waterfront. The motel seemed to have some pretty strict rules regarding check out: they'll charge you $25 if you don't check out by 11am, and after 12pm the cost turns into an entire night's stay! Don't forget to return the remote control, or they'll ding you a separate $25 fee. * TL;DR * I would advise setting multiple wake-up alarms and NOT missing the 11am check-out time, otherwise you could be in for an unpleasant surprise. The beds are comfy enough and the motel is close to the downtown area. Pool seemed nice. If you can survive without hi-speed internet connections for a night or two, then I'd have no problem recommending Parador Villa Parguera.

My bf is a regular annual guest at Villa Tropical and made a reservation here for a week for us…read morebefore Christmas this year. Although he'd reserved a studio, when we arrived, we found we had been upgraded to a one-bedroom unit, as the studio's door was being repaired. Late check in was very easy. The property's deck is large and has a gorgeous view of the beach directly below. You really cannot beat the location of Villa Tropical on Shacks. We enjoyed drinking our coffee on the deck whilst watching the sun rise in the mornings before grabbing our gear and walking down the short flight of steps to the sand. The gift shop within the office is a major time saver, too, when you need a drink or snack but don't want to drive. The Econo supermarket is only about an 8-minute drive away, though, when you do want to do a grocery run. It was awesome having a fully stocked kitchen and being able to cook and eat in most meals. We loved grilling on the deck at sunset! The Ola Lola restaurant is a cute spot a short walk away for food or drinks when one would rather skip cooking, too, and in each room, there is a very thorough guide compiled by the management with information on where to find all kinds of things in the area, from film development to entertainment. It was extremely convenient to be able to do laundry on the premises also. The staff are super helpful and maintain VT very well. Our unit (1B) was clean and comfortable, and by the end of our stay, we had fallen into a nice, homey routine. I was sad to leave and understand why Shacks is a place so many return to every year. The beach is clean, the big waves break far from the shore, there are interesting reefs for snorkeling, many days have adequate wind for kitesurfing, and there is a friendly surfer community among those who stay in the area both longer term and seasonally.

This is the best vacation spot ever! Super great accommodations and very helpful and friendly…read morestaff. The views are incredible and the resort is in a great location to get to jobos beach.

Stayed here for three nights in January 2026. As a place to stay in La Parguera, I loved it and…read morewould definitely return if I were vacationing in the area. True to the name, there are hammocks everywhere, including one outside each room's entrance. Awesome pool area with a waterfall and tons of cute seating. And even though Puerto Rico as a whole never fails to delight me (a Minnesotan) with the kindness of the people, the staff of La Jamaca were endlessly thoughtful, friendly, and professional beyond my expectations. The food didn't impress me. I did actually like having breakfast each morning; the eggs, french toast, and coffee were all good. But the dinner entrees we tried were big on quantity, not so big on quality. And pretty high-priced as well. We had taco dinners and a mofongo - the latter was pretty good but quite salty, and the tacos were lacking in flavor. Also can't recommend the avocado toast. One more thing: the shower took 5+ minutes to get above room temperature, and infinity minutes to reach a temperature that could be reasonably described as "hot". But other than that, solid hotel. Clean place, comfortable beds, gated parking area, and again VERY nice staff. I sincerely hope I have a chance to return!

We did not stay at the hotel, but my friends and I came for drinks. It was completely empty when we…read morearrived in the early afternoon, but when we came, staff came out with us to greet us and serve us drinks. The frozen pina colada and passion fruit mojito were heavenly! The atmosphere was so wonderful and relaxing.