Río Grande

Travel Guide

La Mina Falls
El Yunque National Forest
La Mina Falls
La Mina Falls showing a waterfall
El Yunque National Forest

This tranquil town in northeastern Puerto Rico is a gateway to El Yunque National Forest and Atlantic Ocean beach resorts. 

Visit Río Grande to enjoy sporting activities amid Puerto Rico Island’s extraordinary natural beauty. Hike to lookouts with spectacular views of a tropical rainforest, play golf at perfectly groomed courses and relax on palm-fringed beaches. Río Grande is the downtown hub of the Río Grande municipality, which stretches from the Atlantic Ocean into a region of unspoiled forest-covered mountains.

Travelers sometimes bypass the town on their way to the coastline and nearby national park. See a concert, watch racing events or catch a baseball game at Ovidio de Jesús Stadium. Find banks, fast-food chains, restaurants and small shopping malls on the town’s main street.

About a 20-minute drive southeast of the downtown district is the entry gate to El Yunque National Forest. Pick up information and learn about El Yunque’s ecology and history at the beautifully designed El Portal Rain Forest Center and follow the short interpretive trail. Have fun on the zip-line course and free-fall rappel at JungleQui Rainforest Ecoadventure Park.

Miles of trails, such as the Big Tree Trail, wind around pristine forests and to mountaintops, observation towers and waterfalls. Hike to El Toro Peak at about 3,500 feet (1,100 meters) and Yokahú Tower for far-reaching views. Swim in the pools of Juan Diego Falls and La Mina FallsOpens in a new window.

Travel north and discover sun-soaked beaches along the Atlantic Ocean shoreline. Among them are Playa las Picuas and the private Bahia Beach and Coco Beach. East along the coast are Playa Fortuna, Playa Azul and Balneario Monserrate.

Play a round of golf at world-class courses. Tee off between lakes, mountains and the ocean at Coco Beach Golf and Country Club. Challenge the holes at the Bob Holoman-designed Berwind Country Club and the Bahia Beach Resort and Golf Club.

Río Grande is 25 miles (40 kilometers) east of Puerto Rico’s capital, San JuanOpens in a new window. Get here by flying to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport and renting a car. Resort hotels and guesthouses provide options for accommodations along the coastline.

Where to stay in Río Grande

I loved Gran Melia Resort! Sunrise was nice off Coco beach

Zarzal

While visiting Zarzal, you might make a stop by sights like El Yunque National Forest and Bahia Beach.

Zarzal
Big Tree Trail showing forest scenes

Mameyes II

Upscale resorts can be found in this Río Grande barrio, which is divided into smaller sectores like urbanización and residencial. Enjoy a luxurious stay surrounded by a local Puerto Rican vibe.

Mameyes II
I wonder what this beach looks like today after the hurricanes that ravaged Puerto Rico

Herreras

While Herreras isn't home to many top sights, Bahia Beach and Coco Beach Golf and Country Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Herreras
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Ciénaga Baja

While there might not be top attractions in Ciénaga Baja, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mandara Spa at the Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort and Bahia Beach.

Ciénaga Baja
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Rio Mar Cluster 2

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rio Mar Cluster 2 and surrounding area, you can visit Wyndham Rio Mar Casino and Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course.

Rio Mar Cluster 2
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Rio Mar Cluster 1

While Rio Mar Cluster 1 isn't home to many top sights, Luquillo Beach and Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rio Mar Cluster 1
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
$245 nightly
The price is $267 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$267 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and 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! (2,351 reviews)
"Friendly helpful staff. Beautiful property and the food was good as well."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach and Golf Resort

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach and Golf Resort

5 out of 5
6000 Rio Mar Boulevard, Río Grande
$426 nightly
The price is $473 total per night from Jul 16 to Jul 17
$473 total
Jul 16 - Jul 17
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Río Grande. Enjoy 4 outdoor pools, a full-service spa, and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,069 reviews)
"Excellent view and we loved the pools. Can’t wait to go back again."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest Beach and Golf Resort
The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico

The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico

5 out of 5
State Road 187 Kilometer 4.2, Río Grande
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$848 nightly
The price is $924 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$924 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (435 reviews)
"Excellent experience. 100% recommended"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
View of El Yunque, 3 bed/3 bath located inside Coco Beach Golf Resort

View of El Yunque, 3 bed/3 bath located inside Coco Beach Golf Resort

Rio Grande
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
"Great Place! Very clean with extremely responsive host. The villa provides everything you may need for your vacation stay. We loved having coffee on the balcony and in the lush tropical backyard. It is very close to El Yunque and a short trip to Luquillo Beach with all its Kiosks."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

View of El Yunque, 3 bed/3 bath located inside Coco Beach Golf Resort
Oceanfront 8-bedroom Villa with Pool, Fully Fenced for Privacy, Incredible Views

Oceanfront 8-bedroom Villa with Pool, Fully Fenced for Privacy, Incredible Views

2.5 out of 5
Río Grande
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Luquillo Beach and Wyndham ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
TRULY AMAZING HOUSE AND HOSPITALITY GROUP
"We hosted a bachelorette weekend for 15 and this house was truly perfect! From booking through checkout, communication was easy and responsive — someone was always available to help.The House:Amazing layout with plenty of space to gather or break off. Great for big groups — the partiers could stay ..."

Reviewed on Jun 26, 2025

Oceanfront 8-bedroom Villa with Pool, Fully Fenced for Privacy, Incredible Views
 Stunning And Spacious Beachfront Pool House Near Rio Mar Resort! See Video!

Stunning And Spacious Beachfront Pool House Near Rio Mar Resort! See Video!

rio grande
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Luquillo Beach and Wyndham Rio ...
10/10 Exceptional! (170 reviews)
Beautiful, relaxing stay!
"Our family of five thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful home. The pool, with the beach and ocean as backdrop was definitely a hit with our teens. The house was beautifully decorated, super clean, and in a very convenient location to drive to many of the popular sights like Old San Juan and El Yunque. ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Stunning And Spacious Beachfront Pool House Near Rio Mar Resort! See Video!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Río Grande

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
142
5 - Excellent 63%
4 - Good
62
4 - Good 27%
3 - Okay
15
3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Unfortunately we stayed during the cornavirus lockdown so we didnt get to explore as much as we wanted to

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Would highly recommend to a couple traveling alone or a family with kids. Resort had people of all ages. Recommend Margaritaville pool as it had activities during the day

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Attentive staff. Great drinks. Very nice rooms. This place was near perfect.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Convenient to several nice beaches, local dining, and El Yunque rain forest.

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

If you read other reviews, they are accurate. This place price gouges you on every little thing. On top of that they to deceived us out of $900 total between 4 reservations. If it wasn't for an email from Travelocity it would have been $1800...

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Just work on room service and housekeeping routines otherwise this place was great!

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