San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

Why it’s worth traveling for…

A beach-to-city experience. This  4-diamond resort in the stylish Condado neighborhood is just steps from the water, yet close to the historic crayola-colored buildings of Old San Juan. Rooms come with balconies, a neutral color palette, and super-plush beds. Cool off under swaying palms and spouting fountains in the pools — one with swim-up bar, another with twisty slide;  then heat up the night with salsa dancing and dragon berry mojitos. Wake up to Puerto Rican coffee and guava pastries, before heading to the beach, Old San Juan, or a tour of the Bacardi Rum distillery. 

Curated Experience

Go beyond the beach — and old city  — with a day trip to El Yunque Rainforest, considered the only tropical rainforest in North America. Hike the trails, swim in the waterfalls, before returning back to the hotel for piña coladas and mofongo, a traditional Puerto Rican dish of mash fried plantains stuffed with chicken or pork.