The 12 Best Airbnbs in Puerto Rico, Whether You’re Planning a Romantic Retreat or Family Vacation

• Sleeps: 6 (2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths)
• Best for: families
• Amenities: dedicated workspace, private pool, air conditioning, private backyard, washer and dryer, children’s toys and books
• Why I Recommend It: natural setting, sustainable design, private retreat, great location
• Price: $585 per night

This modern, eco-friendly home boasts a design—both interior and exterior—so stunning that you will feel like you’ve been dropped into an issue of Architectural Digest. Large sliding glass windows and doors ensure that the airy and downright dreamy open concept living area is drenched with light. The sprawling backyard is totally enclosed with a border of beautiful trees, creating a lush and very private oasis that’s complete with an in-ground pool. If you’re hoping to stay at a high-end property that’s surrounded by nature and a stone’s throw away from the world-renowned beaches of Rincón, Serena cabin is the place.

• Sleeps: 2 (1 bedroom, 1 bath)
• Best for: couples
• Amenities: private outdoor pool, beach access, baby gear, beach essentials, parking
• Why I Recommend It: natural setting, couple’s retreat, incredible views
• Price: $300 per night

Casita Bambu is another gem near the town of Rincón that provides privacy and luxury in a beautiful natural setting near the beach. What makes this property particularly special is its hilltop location, which provides unparalleled views of the jungle and the ocean that can be enjoyed from the expansive patio (with pool) or through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows of the living area and bedroom. (Seriously, the panoramic views are breathtaking and the five-star reviews confirm it.) The well-appointed interior is small but airy and bright, the decor is tasteful and the place is fully-stocked with everything you could need to make yourself at home. Basically, you’d be hard to find a more romantic couple’s retreat than this.

• Sleeps: 3 (1 bedroom, 1 bath)
• Best for: couples
• Amenities: private backyard, plunge pool, outdoor shower, central air conditioning, beach essentials, parking
• Why I Recommend It: lush landscape, private and peaceful, quiet beaches, natural attractions
• Price: $145 per night

This spacious home in Vieques features a brand new construction, sleek interior design and a wonderfully private and peaceful location. The generously-sized patio and beautiful plunge pool overlook the property’s lush expanse of tropical fruit trees and palm trees. Plus, the location itself is a must-see in Puerto Rico: Vieques, the largest island off the coast, is home to practically untouched beaches and incredible natural beauty, including the popular attraction known as Mosquito Bay—a bioluminescent stretch of water where visitors can kayak and enjoy the spectacular glow of phosphorescent plankton.

• Sleeps: 6 (3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths)
• Best for: families, groups
• Amenities: private pool, dedicated workspace, beach access, private backyard, parking, board games
• Why I Recommend It: panoramic ocean views,luxurious interior design, walking distance to beach
• Price: $465 per night

Enjoy a room with a view at this stately villa in Puntas, which boasts an oceanfront terrace that provides guests with panoramic views of the ocean and the shoreline of Sandy Beach. Of course, I’d encourage you to enjoy said beach as much as possible—you only need to walk two blocks to access—if you can tear yourself away from the terrace, plunge pool and remarkably beautiful interior of this well-appointed rental. You honestly can’t do better than this if you want to be in the lap of luxury and steps from the sand.

• Sleeps: 2 (1 bedroom, 1.5 baths)
• Best for: couples, solo travel
• Amenities: private hot tub, exercise equipment, dedicated workspace, air conditioning, life size games, outdoor shower, private backyard
• Why I Recommend It: romantic retreat, natural landscape, mountain and river views, luxury amenities, private location
• Price: $195 per night

Head straight to Hacienda Escondida for an unforgettable couples’ retreat featuring a lush and oh-so romantic tropical landscape and luxury amenities (or, as one honeymoon reviewer describes it, “a five-star resort built for two”). The location, which is essentially nestled in a rainforest just outside of Mayaguez, is remote and extremely private, and the incredibly charming, sun-drenched interior is equipped with everything you need to relax and enjoy your stay. Oh, and did we mention there are both river and mountain views on offer here? Be sure to take those in while you’re soaking in the hot tub with your SO.

• Sleeps: 2 (1 bedroom, 1 bath)
• Best for: couples, solo travel
• Amenities: infinity pool, air conditioning, dishwasher, grotto shower, private backyard
• Why I Recommend It: mountain and bay views, remote location, spacious interior, quiet beaches, natural beauty
• Price: $267 per night

Culebra, the location of this vacation rental, is a small island off the coast of Fajardo that boasts incredible natural beauty and some of the most pristine, truly untouched beaches in Puerto Rico. In fact, it might be Puerto Rico’s best kept secret. Perched atop a steep hill, this property provides absolutely breathtaking views of the mountains and bay that can be enjoyed from the pool (see image above) and features a surprisingly spacious interior that, by all accounts, is very well-kept and well-stocked. Indeed, Casa Anya is a picture perfect place to enjoy a romantic retreat—just keep in mind that its hilltop location does require that you rent a Jeep; do that and you will be able to navigate the landscape with ease and make your way to town and Flamenco beach in mere minutes.

• Sleeps: 2 (1 bedroom, 1 bath)
• Best for: couples, solo travel
• Amenities: private pool and patio, air conditioning, washer and dryer, parking
• Why I Recommend It: lush landscape, spacious interior, thoughtful design, private stay
• Price: $105 per night

If you want supreme comfort and natural beauty without breaking the bank, book a stay at Casita Paraiso—a gem of a place in Fajardo, east Puerto Rico, that truly checks all the boxes. Surrounded by lush tropical foliage, there’s plenty of privacy to be had at this chic casita, which features a sleek but sparse interior design style that allows for a generous amount of open space. The host gets high praise, as does the attention to detail evident throughout the pristine casita.

• Sleeps: 4 (2 bedrooms, 2 baths)
• Best for: families
• Amenities: private patio, private backyard, beachfront, washer and dryer, parking
• Why I Recommend It: prime beachfront location, nature lovers retreat, pristine beaches
• Price: $275 per night

Known as the Capital del Sol, Luquillo is the ideal vacation spot in Puerto Rico for beach lovers and sun worshippers. And you’d be hard-pressed to find a better place to stay than this beachfront stunner, which sits right on the sandy shore of Punta Bandera beach within walking distance from all the bars, restaurants and boutiques. Better still, this beachfront property is only a short drive from the magical El Yunque rainforest, where nature lovers can hike beautiful waterfall trails and enjoy incredible scenic views. As for the interior of the home, let’s just say that the elegant and thoughtful design will leave you wanting for nothing.

• Sleeps: 4 (2 bedrooms, 4 baths)
• Best for: families
• Amenities: private patio and backyard, private pool, air conditioning, master suites
• Why I Recommend It: prime location, scenic landscape, luxe accommodations
• Price: $326 per night

Here, a Vieques villa that boasts an impressive perfect five-star rating—and given its location in the charming village of Esperanza, which is just steps away from the vibrant Malecon Caribbean Boardwalk and dreamy Sun Bay Beach, it’s not hard to see why. There’s more to this charming retreat than that, though. The property itself features a spacious patio and yard with romantic landscaping, as well as a beautiful plunge pool surrounded by swaying palm trees. Inside, you’ll be treated to an impeccably designed and warmly lit space that’s equipped with two luxurious master suites and such exceedingly comfortable furnishings, you might be tempted to extend your stay (or just move in). To put it simply, this is the family-friendly stay you want to book when visiting Vieques.

• Sleeps: 8 (4 bedrooms, 3 baths)
• Best for: big groups, adults-only retreat
• Amenities: private infinity pool, dedicated workspace, beach access, parking, private backyard, beach essentials, outdoor shower
• Why I Recommend It: large and luxe accommodations, good for groups, adults-only retreat, ocean views
• Price: $497 per night

Everything about this posh estate exudes luxury. For starters, there’s the designer-furnished patio with sweeping ocean views, plus the fact that said views can be enjoyed from the well-appointed, modern interior, thanks to the floor to ceiling windows. Oh, and did I mention that the sleek and spacious, newly-renovated kitchen will make you swoon? In other words, this place has everything you’d expect from a dream rental—just keep in mind that this level of luxury is reserved for adult guests, so, you know, take a girls’ trip but leave the kids at home.

• Sleeps: 4 (2 bedrooms, 2 baths)
• Best for: families
• Amenities: dedicated workspace, elevator building, washer and dryer, air conditioning, private balcony
• Why I Recommend It: historic urban escape, modern interior, picturesque, preserved architectural details
• Price: $315 per night

Chic, modern, slightly whimsical—the interior design at Villa Solana, a luxe stay in historic Old San Juan, deserves a magazine spread. Best of all, you don’t even need to leave the rental to experience a little bit of history in this place, since the owners have preserved the original Spanish architecture—featuring sky-high ceilings, charming wooden windows and ornate doors—and simply opted to decorate it with a decidedly modern touch. Enjoy people watching from the balconies that overlook picturesque cobblestone streets, sink into the comfort of plush furnishings and enjoy easy access to all the action and postcard-worthy sights that this immensely photogenic destination has to offer.

• Sleeps: 4 (2 bedrooms, 2 baths)
• Best for: families
• Amenities: beach access, shared pool, washer and dryer, central air, beach essentials, private patio, parking
• Why I Recommend It: quiet beach, ocean views, top-notch accommodations
• Price: $287 per night

This luxury beachfront condo in Manatí serves up views of the Atlantic that are second to none. Watch the picture-perfect sunrise from a sprawling deck before trotting off to enjoy your direct access to a very private beach. The numerous glowing reviews reveal that this property is adored by both foreign visitors and Puerto Ricans seeking a spectacular staycation experience. Expect a pristine and well-designed interior and remarkably peaceful, comfortable place to call home while you enjoy the close proximity to an equally calm and quiet stretch of beach.