Condado Beach is in a very busy area a lot of restaurants and much congested. This beach caters…read moremore to a younger more vibing crowd. There is music being played which creates a vibe waves definitely a lot rougher on this side. There are bar stands that sell pineapple drinks on the beach with or without sorbet. Yet it's so freaking refreshing and delicious

what a clean lovely beach! I came here daily during my birthday trip and it was the highlight of my…read moreday. They have vendors that sell food, music playing and so much space to lay out and tan. My word of advice is always get to the beach early to get a great spot. 5/5 would recommend this beach!

Beautiful beach! Huge waves. Beautiful dark teal color. Lots of history here and the locals are…read morefriendly and welcoming.

Ocean Park Beach is absolutely stunning at night. The breeze is perfect, the sound of the waves is…read morecalming, and the city lights and the mreflecting on the water make it feel almost unreal. It's peaceful but still lively enough to feel safe and welcoming. Whether you're walking along the shore, sitting in the sand, or just soaking in the view, it's the kind of place that makes you slow down and appreciate where you are. Easily one of the most beautiful nighttime beach experiences in San Juan.

Nice area. Big park. Restrooms in area.Big parking lot.Near a big park with food trucks.read more

If you get here early enough after a nice cup of coffee and breakfast, if you wanna cop a swat…read moreunder the beautiful breeze in this little hideaway beach, this is the place. Quick tip when you're entering if you make a quick left, there's a few little spots for free parking. Enjoy.

This review started as 1 Star: Asked for 2 beach chairs &…read moreumbrella; none available. 5 minutes later, a lady approaches kiosk & given a beachchair. I approach the gentleman & asked "I thought you didn't have any?" He then indicated that the lady is the owner. Tourist come to support Puerto Rico's economy. The consumer pays the owner & the employees. I changed the review to 5 Stars after the owner had been waiting for available beachchairs. One of the employees approached us and let us know of their availability. Thank you, for taking care of your customers.

Beautiful beach in San Juan area. It wasn't overly crowded when I went with my crew of 10+ friends…read more They have beach chairs and umbrella rental service and jet skiing and banana boats as well. Very clean from what I could tell. Several fast food stands + some restaurants right off the beach. Plus a huge Puerto Rican flag, perfect for a cute photo opp. Would def visit again!

Tucked right in the heart of San Juan, Playita del Condado is proof that size means nothing when it…read morecomes to beauty. This isn't one of those sprawling, endless beaches it's a protected, almost tucked-away cove, shielded by rocks that keep the water calm, clear, and ridiculously inviting. While much of Condado's coastline can get rough with waves, this spot stays mellow, making it perfect for floating, swimming, or just standing there with a drink in hand pretending you've got nowhere else to be. Now let's be honest about the vibe. This place packs out. Locals know it, travelers catch on quick, and before you know it, every inch of sand is claimed like beachfront real estate. You want in? You show up early, you bring your gear, and you guard your spot like it's beachfront gold. Blink, and it's gone. And then there's the unofficial ritual: grab one of those smooth, not-too-strong piña coladas nearby sweet, icy, and easy going. But if you came prepared with a little extra "motivation" tucked away? Well, now you're not just at the beach... you're living right. A little mix, a little sun, and suddenly the whole day hits different. What really seals it is that convenience factor. Being steps away from where you're staying? That's dangerous in the best way. One quick walk turns into an all-day affair, and before long, this little stretch of sand feels like your personal backyard. Playita del Condado isn't trying to be the biggest or the boldest it just quietly delivers one of the best beach days you can have in Puerto Rico. And honestly? That's exactly why it sticks with you.

Probably one of the best beaches in PR and we happened to be staying right across the street from…read moreit in an Airbnb so we maximized using it as much as possible while on vacation. It's small so make sure you get there very early or else you won't have a place to lay your towel or blanket. It's also nice to come at night and enjoy the views of the businesses across the water and listen to the waves. Bonus tip, bring cocktails for added pleasure. FYI: The Piña Coladas they sell here are very expensive and low in alcohol compared to most places on the island but it is nice to have one in a pineapple while enjoying the beach and water. BTW: bring everything you need to enjoy a nice day here because it's one of the most amazing spots on the island and if you leave you'll lose your spot. I miss you Puerto Rico!!! Enjoy a Piña Colada for me ;)

Isla Verde is a beautiful family beach. You can watch the sunrise from here. You can see couples…read morewalking on the beach early before everyone sets up. The shore has the beautiful earl shells with purple on the inside. Waters are medium some days it may be calmer than others. Other days the waves may be a bigger lol I love all the food items they sell while sun bathing. The heritage of the flags on the beach you feel the boricua pride.

Stayed at the Hilton Embassy Suites by Playa Isla Verde. The beach is a little far to access by…read morewalking from the hotel but once you get to the beach they have beach chairs for rent or for free when you stay at the hotel I referenced above. The beach and water are beautiful. The water was prettier than I expected and very warm, but the surf is choppy. The down side of this beach is many vendors walking to try and sell you their homemade foods (questionable), and everything requires cash only. Be prepared, but don't leave your items or bags on the chairs. Lots of trash left on the beach, even though we were told it was very clean. People smoking pot everywhere, so everywhere you are, you are down wind of it...doesn't make for a pleasant beach experience. Enjoy the views, because that's about all you will enjoy during your visit, although I did eat the best empanada I ever ate at a stand at the entrance of the beach for $3.50. At 4:30, The Beach Boys grab up your shade and lounger so you have to go find another place to sit, or just do yourself a favor and go to Playa Pinones, drive through the food area and just past you will find the most beautiful, private beach areas there and the best food. Skip Isla Verde.

A really nice beach with a concession stand with great food and drinks. The water is really clean…read more You need to be somewhat careful the waves can be a bit strong. You can rent beach chairs and umbrellas. Generally a nice place to enjoy the beach with plenty of parking space.

Of you want to go to the beach in Isla Verde but can't find parking, this is a good option. There…read moreis plenty of parking here for a flat fee of $5. Mins you this beach is popular and can get crowded. You have beach tennis and volleyball courts on one end and the Aquasol Carolina Water Park on the other end. There are plenty of gazebos you can reserve, which is nice if you have a party or big group. We headed over to the water park and then the area of the beach closest to it. Not the best spot but we still had a good time. Because the beach is near the airport you'll get to see and take pics of planes taking off. On the far right of the balneario is a grassy area. There is plenty of space there if you want to fly a kite, throw around a football or frisbee, or even play some soccer. There is also a giant colorful elephant statue. I like that this beach has lifeguards. I also like there are efforts made to keep people for drinking from glass bottles on the beach. Nothing worse than broken glass hidden in the sand. There were officers patrolling the the beach and they are nice about it. Instead of dishing out fines, they'll ask you to put the bottles away. One of the officers was extra cool and let our kid get on the 4 track for some pictures. As for food, we brought our own so I didn't venture off to look for kiosks but I'm sure they were around. At least the water park has a snack bar.

well, this is not something must do when you are in Puerto Rico, but hey, there are some photos…read morefrom the trip which shout "Yeah I am in Puerto Rico" and this spot is one of them. there are 2 big giant chairs colored in Puerto Rico flags, which is perfect for photography, having Pinones beach and perfect palm trees in the background. this is not a public spot, this is property of Mar-Bella beach club- but they are okay if you go there and click some pics. Some more info about this spot/Place- this spot is on Route 187 between Isla Verde and the Rio Grande. means - if you are planning to Visit Playa Flamenco (which is a Must do- cause it is one of the top beaches in the world) and if you are coming back to San Juan to catch a flight then I would suggest taking this route 187. a couple of reasons for this- 1) Pinones area which is famous for its street/roadside small/decent food joint - you don't wanna miss if you are a foodie 2) Scenic Route 3) You wanna save money on toll skipping Route-66 (no sense paying rental company for its transponder and $10/day)

Not the easiest place to find, but it's worth the hunt. Make sure to take some time to grab some…read moreelicious food, listen to the live band, and practice your two-step.

Beautiful beach! Easy to get to stairs go right down to beach hardly anyone else there lots of fish…read morewill swim around you. definitely take goggles to see the fish and reefs! You do have to watch where you step because there are sea urchins on the reefs but a lot of the cove is just sand under the water.

We loved it but... It's a rocky beach but the water is clear and low traffic makes it a nice…read moregetaway. It was the closest to our Airbnb so a 10 min walk was super convenient. It could have been better cleaner as there was trash all over and looked like no one takes care of it. Make sure you wear shoes otherwise the rocks make it uncomfortable walk. But if you're an adventurer then this is the place for you since you can spot fishes swimming nearby.