Title: Live the real island experience! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Live the real island experience! Apartment with kitchenette, near Luquillo Beach ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96184500/96184433/201b9707.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96184500/96184433/a41d8c06.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96184500/96184433/d7d577e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96184500/96184433/9ab910ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96190000/96184500/96184433/3cc3b09a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Luquillo Beach, Live the real island experience! provides amenities like a water park. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.4 Very good ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Live the real island experience! To have a taste of Puerto Rico, nothing like blending. In this cozy apartment, you will have the chance to experience that while exploring one of the more touristic areas in the world: Luquillo beaches (including the surfing spot La Pared); El Yunque National Forest (only tropical forest in US); two of the few bioluminescent bays in the world; Culebra Marine Reserve Luis Peña (ideal for scuba diving); Flamingo Beach (one of the most beautiful beaches in the world), and many, many more. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rafting nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Local artist showcase - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106530000/106526800/106526725/0aa12fbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gorgeous 2-bedroom one story CASITA with Wi-Fi equipped Home Office in Luquillo Mata de Plátano - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 3 reviews CA $98 CA $262 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=106526725&PinnedHotelID=106526725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92320000/92310100/92310079/5c2aeaa5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jay’s home by the beach and rainforest Sabana - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 44 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-12&endDate=2025-11-13&selected=92310079&PinnedHotelID=92310079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41470000/41462300/41462285/81e71cb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Don Julio's Beach Studio.
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Water valve may be closed. It is the ground in front of the property, beside the stairs. The handle should be looking upright⬆️ pointing to the house. The AC must be turned off when not in use and before leaving the property. The water valve should be closed (⬅️) at check out. ### Pets Pets allowed Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 692368 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C18.37357%2C-65.72711&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cUGwHbnn8ijmfj72In543lLd2rw=) Luquillo, Luquillo #### What's nearby - Azul Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 km - Luquillo Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km - Carabali Rainforest Park - 8 min drive - 8.1 km - Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course - 10 min drive - 9.6 km - Wyndham Rio Mar Casino - 12 min drive - 10.6 km #### Getting around - Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kioskos De Luquillo - ‬5 min drive - ‪Wendy’s - ‬15 min walk - ‪Roca Taina - ‬4 min drive - ‪A Fuego Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Edelweiss Bar & Grill Restaurant - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Live the real island experience! pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at Live the real island experience!? > As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Live the real island experience! on Nov 2, 2025 start from CA $69.73, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Juan-Hotels-Live-The-Real-Island-Experience.h96184433.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Live the real island experience!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Live the real island experience!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Live the real island experience! located? > Located in Mata de Plátano, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Azul Beach and 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Luquillo Beach. La Pared Beach and Balneario La Monseratte are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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