Top-Rated Puerto Rico Resorts: Readers’ 2025 Favorites

Travelers love the “island of enchantment” for many reasons – including the ease of getting there from the U.S. mainland, a vibrant local culture, and gorgeous beaches and naturescapes. The top resorts in Puerto Rico have captured the hearts of iBestTravel readers with their diverse activities, including golfing, sailing, and all-day poolside lounging.

Each year, iBestTravel conducts a survey inviting readers to share their preferences regarding the best hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Hotels, including safari lodges, are rated on various factors, such as facilities, location, service, food, and overall value. Properties are categorized as city or resort based on their amenities and location.

1. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado

Set on 50 acres on the northern coast of Puerto Rico (about a half-hour drive west from San Juan), this luxury property pampers guests with friendly service and plant-inspired treatments at Spa Botánico, where travelers can soak in an outdoor bath surrounded by tropical gardens. “The sunsets are glorious, and the spa is second to none,” wrote one voter. Dining options include the Culinary Center for cooking classes and wine pairing meals, the Posi+Ivo Sand Bar, and the seasonally focused Coa.

Score: 91.63

2. The St. Regis Bahia Beach Resort, Puerto Rico, Rio Grande

Score: 91.13

3. Condado Ocean Club, San Juan

Score: 90.44

4. Condado Vanderbilt Hotel, San Juan

Score: 88.60

5. Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, Rio Grande

Score: 88.00