Rincon

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Domes Beach
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Punta Higuera Light House
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Relax in the laid-back ambiance of this surfer town, which is famous for its beaches, sunsets, waterfront bars and whale watching.

Set around a series of sun-soaked bays and headlands, Rincón is the surf capital of Puerto Rico. The town rose to fame in 1968, when it held the World Surfing Championship. Now join bohemians, free-spirited travelers and surfers searching here for the perfect wave. The intimate beaches of Rincón uphold the casual lifestyle associated with those who put it on the tourist trail.

Activities in the town center revolve around Rincón Downtown Plaza Central. Find bars, breweries, cafés and restaurants that cater to almost every taste. Come on Thursday evenings for the Rincón Art Walk and peruse art, handicrafts and street food stands filling the square. Sunday features a farmers market with fresh produce. Browse surf-inspired crafts, paintings, pottery and woodcarvings at the nearby Playa Oeste Gallery.

Rincón’s beaches start at the downtown waterfront and spread north along a beautiful Caribbean coastline. Rincón Balneario has calm, sparkling blue water and is popular among local families. At nearby Rincón Marina arrange fishing, sailing and scuba-diving excursions. The marine reserve at the uninhabited Desecheo Island is one of the region’s best dive sites.

Travel north to discover the beaches that make the town a magnet for surfers. Domes BeachOpens in a new window, Indicators Beach and Maria’s Beach are packed with bodyboarders and surfers from November to April. Watch humpback whales from Punta Higuero Light HouseOpens in a new window, set above Domes Beach. Tres Palmas Marine Reserve, accessible via Steps Beach, is a great place for snorkeling, especially in summer when the water is calmer.

Continue north around Punta Gorda to Pools Beach, another family favorite with a wide stretch of sand. The adjacent Sandy Beach is where you’ll find a range of tourist amenities such as beachside bars, restaurants, hotels, guesthouses and tour operators.

Reach Rincón by flying to Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San JuanOpens in a new window and then rent a car. Come in winter to experience the surf culture at its best or in summer for beaches that are often blissfully uncrowded.

Rincon of the Seas - Grand Caribbean Hotel

Rincon of the Seas - Grand Caribbean Hotel

3 out of 5
Road 115 Km 12.2, Rincon
The price is CA $262 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
CA $262
CA $285 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rincon. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,035 reviews)
"Great places near beach and local restaurants"

Reviewed on Aug. 11, 2025

Rincon of the Seas - Grand Caribbean Hotel
Villa Cofresi Hotel

Villa Cofresi Hotel

3 out of 5
Rd 115 Km 12.0, Rincon
The price is CA $242 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $242
CA $263 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rincon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,070 reviews)
"The resort is beautiful, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the beach. I especially appreciated the spacious rooms, which made the stay very comfortable. The dining area was warm and welcoming, and I found it very convenient that the room was equipped with useful amenities such as an iron, ironing ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 12, 2025

Villa Cofresi Hotel
Lazy Parrot Inn

Lazy Parrot Inn

3 out of 5
Carr. 413 Km 4.1, Bo. Puntas, Rincon
The price is CA $134 per night from Aug 14 to Aug 15
CA $134
CA $162 total
Aug 14 - Aug 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly resort in Rincon. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Lo unico que el area de piscina no tenia la barrita abierta por ser dia de semana pero se paso bien"

Reviewed on Aug. 8, 2025

Lazy Parrot Inn
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.
The Beach Pad

The Beach Pad

3 out of 5
Carretera 413 Km. 4.4, Barrio Puntas, Rincon
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly vacation home in Rincon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the property condition in ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"Nice, clean, beautiful apartment on a very well maintained property. Good communication from the owner. Towels, beach chair, yoga mats and a small cooler available for use in the room as well as kitchen appliances and kitchenware. Only critique, and is not on the owners, is that even though the parking ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2025

The Beach Pad
Puntas Penthouse 1 BR Ocean View, AC, Wi-Fi -

Puntas Penthouse 1 BR Ocean View, AC, Wi-Fi -

Rincon
Stay at this apartment in Rincon. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions Sandy Beach and Playa Punta Higuero are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
Nice location
"Place was super quiet 🤫 clean and very relaxing vibe"

Reviewed on Jun. 24, 2025

Puntas Penthouse 1 BR Ocean View, AC, Wi-Fi -
Boricua Apartments

Boricua Apartments

3 out of 5
Carretera 115 km 12.3, Calle Los Robles, Rincon, Rincón
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rincon. Enjoy satellite TV channels, rainfall showerheads, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Sandy Beach and Rincon ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (58 reviews)
"We always stay here when we travel to Rincón."

Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2025

Boricua Apartments
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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