Río Grande

Travel Guide
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 Falls.

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 Juan. 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

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 $239 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
$239
per night
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Río Grande. Enjoy 3 outdoor pools, 4 restaurants, and a golf course. Our guests praise the restaurant and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,245 reviews)
Highly recommended
"The Hyatt is a beautiful resort on a massive sprawling property. The highlight was the huge pool and oceanfront views. The surf at the beach was very calm, but the sand was full of rocks. So don’t come here for the beach (You can easily drive to Luquillo for a beach day). The service was great, and ..."

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2023

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort
5 out of 5
6000 Rio Mar Boulevard, Río Grande
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $269 per night from Oct 9 to Oct 10
$269
per night
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,571 reviews)
"First time coming to PR, loved everything, golf and lodging..will be coming back. Thank you Rio Mar.."

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2023

Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach 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
The price is $749 per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$749
per night
Oct 16 - Oct 17
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a golf course. Popular attractions Bahia Beach and Estudio de Arte Samuel ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (371 reviews)
"Wonderful staff..A all a round"

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2023

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.
Casa Bella - El Yunque Rainforest Mansion with Panoramic Views + Rooftop Lounge
Casa Bella - El Yunque Rainforest Mansion with Panoramic Views + Rooftop Lounge
Rio Grande
Stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and breakfast. Popular attractions Luquillo Beach and El Yunque National ...
Casa Bella - El Yunque Rainforest Mansion with Panoramic Views + Rooftop Lounge
Superb Rio Mar Mediterranean-Style Villa for Families, Couples, or Friends…
Superb Rio Mar Mediterranean-Style Villa for Families, Couples, or Friends…
Rio Grande
Stay at this golf villa in Río Grande. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and barbecue grills. Popular attractions Luquillo Beach and Wyndham Rio Mar Casino are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (49 reviews)
Family Relaxing
"Two aunts (70s) and two cousins (30+) had an extended weekend at the villa. It was perfect. Each pair had their own bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen was perfect - everything was labeled which made for easy cooking in the morning. Beach chairs and towels were available for our use as well. The pool ..."

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2023

Superb Rio Mar Mediterranean-Style Villa for Families, Couples, or Friends…
 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
Stay at this beach vacation home in Río Grande. Enjoy private pools, a beach locale, and WiFi. Popular attractions Luquillo Beach and Wyndham Rio Mar Casino ...
10/10 Exceptional! (126 reviews)
An Island Oasis
"This place is amazing! There were 7 of us that stayed...of which two were kids, ages 7 and 10. Each room had their own bathroom with a shower, and closet space too! We spent a lot of time in the kitchen which was fully stocked with glassware, pots, and pans. We fell in love with the patio area, which ..."

Reviewed on Sep 10, 2023

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.

Popular places to visit

Reviews of Río Grande

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
142
" "5 - Excellent 62.55506607929515%
4 - Good
62
" "4 - Good 27.312775330396477%
3 - Okay
15
" "3 - Okay 6.607929515418502%
2 - Disappointing
8
" "2 - Disappointing 3.5242290748898677%
1 - Terrible
0
" "1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Mar 26, 2020

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

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Mar 21, 2020

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
Mar 19, 2020

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

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Mar 16, 2020

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

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler
Mar 4, 2020

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
Feb 3, 2020

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

Cities near Río Grande