13 Best Villas in Puerto Rico, From San Juan to Rincón

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  Airbnb

  Spacious and light-filled rental in Rincón

  Bed & bath: 3 beds, 3 baths
  Top amenities: Private pool, beach access, courtyard, barbecue area, kid-friendly amenities

  Rincón’s hills are a mosaic of palms, surfboards, and sun-soaked terraces—and this villa, aptly named “La Joya,” or The Jewel, sits beautifully among them. On an elevated perch, this rental provides peaceful seclusion, wrapped in greenery and the sound of tree frogs at night. High ceilings and wide windows pull the outside in; three airy bedrooms—a king suite and two queens—make space for families or friends to settle in comfortably. Outside, a private pool anchors the courtyard, with a shaded barbecue patio perfect for slow afternoons. It’s only a short walk to Tres Palmas Beach and minutes to cafés, grocery stores, and surf breaks. La Joya is the kind of place where you arrive and immediately feel local.

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  Airbnb

  Lush getaway with ocean views in El Yunque Rainforest

  Bed & bath: 3 beds, 3 baths
  Top amenities: Garden and mountain views; backyard with hammock, dining area, firepit, and beach essentials

  Hidden in the lush folds of El Yunque National Forest, Selva is a modernist architectural hideaway—like a house grown straight from the rainforest itself. The design is clean and angular, yet softened by the living canopy that presses close against its glass walls. Floor-to-ceiling windows capture shifting shades of green and blue—clouds rising off the mountains by morning, and the sea flickering on the horizon by afternoon. A saltwater pool sits at the villa’s edge, bordered by hammocks, a firepit, and open-air dining spaces for long, lantern-lit dinners and languid evenings under starlit skies. Private trails thread through the surrounding terrain, leading to quiet lookout points. Though it feels remote, Selva is less than an hour from San Juan and 20 minutes from Luquillo’s beaches and the Ceiba ferry—perfect for those connecting to Vieques or Culebra. Here, you’re reminded that the island’s wild heart is never that far away.

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  Marriott

  Chic and convenient Villa Aurora in Old San Juan

  Bed & bath: 2 beds, 2 baths
  Top amenities: Patio space, cleaning services, fully equipped kitchen, high-speed Wi-Fi

  Looking for a convenient city stay? Marriott’s Villa Aurora is a charming, traditional Spanish Colonial apartment in the heart of Old San Juan. A tasteful mix of old and new (just as the neighborhood itself)—this apartment-style villa blends a spacious living room, counter-style dining, and modern kitchen appliances with distressed checkered floors and wooden, Spanish-styled windows. Each of the two bedrooms is decorated with rich terracotta hues and completed with fresh linens for optimal comfort. It’s spacious for a city base, and an ideal spot for exploring the city’s hottest historic galleries, restaurants, shopping, and nightlife.

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  Vrbo

  Beachy oasis with amenities galore in Río Grande

  Bed & bath: 4 beds, 4 baths
  Top amenities: Beach club amenities (next door), pool, open patio with ocean views, cleaning staff

  Located on a picturesque stretch of Bahia Beach and featured on Bravo TV’s Million Dollar Listing, this “Four Seasons Beach House” is a gem that sleeps up to eight guests. The beachfront townhouse is nestled inside the grounds of upscale Bahia Beach Resort and Golf Club, to which guests have complimentary access to the amenities of, including: two miles of pristine beach, hiking trails, a members-only pool, a fitness center, and world-class golf (an 18-hole course designed by Robert Trent Jones). The resort’s boathouse offers paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing, and fishing. And for a kid-friendly touch, a waterpark with an obstacle course on the lake is shared with the St. Regis. Inside, find a sleek and well-equipped chef’s kitchen, a dining room, and four large bedrooms. There’s also a private plunge pool with a deck and a patio.

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  Vrbo

  Luxe beachfront rental in Vieques

  Bed & bath: 3 beds, 3.5 baths
  Top amenities: Beachfront access, outdoor gazebo, fully equipped kitchen, pet-friendly, pool, outdoor furniture, hot tub

  On the quiet north coast of Vieques, this villa, named “Martineau Belle Playa,” sits just steps from the surf—a 4,000-square-foot home framed by swaying palms and endless sea. Inside, light fills the open-plan living and dining areas, where modern design meets barefoot luxury. Three elegant suites open to terraces and breezy ocean air, while outside, a private pool, shaded gazebo, and hot tub make each sunset an event. Guests can book private chefs, horseback rides, and water sports, or simply enjoy the waves breaking against the shore. A refined yet relaxed tropical escape, this is Vieques at its most cinematic: intimate, luminous, and deeply indulgent (and equally suited to family gatherings, weddings, or quiet getaways).

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  Airbnb

  Ocean-facing home with sun terraces in Puntas

  Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 beds
  Top amenities: Pool deck with saltwater pool and outdoor shower, free gated parking, sea views, shared beach access

  This villa hangs like a mirador over Sandy Beach—two bright levels of glass and tile opening onto the endless blue of Rincón’s surf coast. Mornings here begin with the sound of waves and the glow of early light on the terrace; evenings end with drinks by the saltwater pool as the sun sinks into the horizon. The open-plan interiors are clean and contemporary, with every bedroom facing the sea. A short walk down the hill brings you to beach cafés, boogie boards, and some of the best surf breaks on the island. It’s both a retreat and a vantage point—an address where the rhythm of the ocean’s waves sets your schedule.

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  Airbnb

  Private eco-luxury villa on the mountainside in Naranjito

  Bed & bath: 3 beds, 3.5 baths
  Top amenities: Heated pool, mountain and ocean views, fully equipped kitchen, board games and books, firepit

  Rising from the heart of the Cordillera Central, La Casona is an eco-luxury hideaway suspended between mountain and sea. The villa’s open-air layout lets the trade winds sweep through, while the 3.5-acre grounds unfold in tropical greens and golds. A heated pool shimmers in the afternoon light; a firepit glows against the dusk. Inside, you’ll find warm wood finishes, a full kitchen, and books and games for unhurried days. Though secluded, it’s easily reached via one of the island’s main roads (PR-152)—a balance of isolation and accessibility that makes La Casona feel both remote and effortless. It’s where families come to reconnect, and couples can disappear into the clouds.

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  Airbnb

  Private escape on Monte Sagrado Reserve in Utuado

  Bed & bath: 1 bed, 1 bath
  Top amenities: Mountain and valley views; full kitchen; tours, meals, and helicopter arrival available for an additional cost

  In Utuado’s misty region, this villa on Monte Sagrado Reserve sits on a 100-acre working coffee hacienda—a private refuge of stone, wood, and silence. Designed by musician Robi Draco Rosa, the adults-only villa looks across the Río Tanamá valley, framed by fruit trees and jungle sounds. Inside, a queen bed and daybed open onto a terrace made for slow mornings. Guests can arrange organic meals, river tours, or even arrive by helicopter at the estate’s own helipad. Horses, geese, and birds wander freely, and at night, the air hums with the pulse of the rainforest. It’s less of a rental than an immersion—and a stay here feels almost spiritual.

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  Airbnb

  Island countryside retreat in Cabo Rojo

  Bed & bath: 3 beds, 2.5 baths
  Top amenities: Game area with pool table, laundry room, walk-in closet, shared beach access, mountain and bay views

  On the western edge of the island, Casa Sierra stretches across 1.8 acres of open countryside, with Sierra Bermeja rising behind and Boquerón Bay glimmering below. This villa blends contemporary ease with rustic charm: light-filled interiors, breezy terraces, and a game room with a pool table for slow afternoons indoors. Though tucked in a quiet, local neighborhood, it’s only a short drive to the postcard beaches of Playa Buyé, El Combate, and Playuela. Rent a car, follow the host’s directions off the main road, and you’ll arrive at a place where the loudest sounds are roosters, wind, and the sea waves crashing nearby.

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  Airbnb

  Moroccan-inspired villa in Rincón

  Bed & bath: 1 bed, 2 baths
  Top amenities: Plunge pool, rainforest and ocean views, terrace, garden, sun loungers

  Romantic and artfully curated, villa “Sea La Vie” is an ode to slow living. The one-bedroom’s interiors are layered with hand-carved woodwork, Amalfi ceramics, and Carrara marble—a sensuous mix of calm craftsmanship. French doors open to a terrace with a plunge pool framed by palms and flowers. Upstairs, the grand suite features a mahogany four-poster king bed, a freestanding porcelain tub, and sweeping views of the sea. Just steps from the beach and minutes from Rincón’s cafés and surf breaks, Sea La Vie feels at once exotic and deeply local—made for long mornings, slow sunsets, and nothing in between.

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  Airbnb

  Sweeping villa for larger groups in Puerto Diablo (Vieques)

  Bed & bath: 3 beds, 3 baths
  Top amenities: Infinity pool, private terrace, ocean view, Wi-Fi, fully equipped kitchen, private parking

  Perched high in the Bravos Hills, Altamira is one of Vieques’ most cinematic vantage points. From its terraces, views of the Caribbean stretch endlessly; from its infinity pool, sunsets spill across the water in liquid color. Inside, open living spaces and three bedrooms (two kings and a room with two double and two single beds) give groups room to spread out while still feeling connected. Isabel Segunda’s restaurants and shops are minutes away, yet the home feels worlds apart—lush, quiet, and touched only by wind.

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  Vrbo

  Rio Mar home near a golf course in Río Grande

  Bed & bath: 2 beds, 2 baths
  Top amenities: Pool, hot tub, balcony with ocean views, convenient location near the beach, golf course

  Between rainforest and ocean, La Villa at Río Mar sits within one of Puerto Rico’s most scenic enclaves. It overlooks the fairways of the Wyndham Río Mar Golf Course and the blue horizon beyond, with access to pools, beaches, and tennis courts nearby. Mornings mean coffee on the balcony with El Yunque’s peaks in view; afternoons might lead to Luquillo Beach, Carabalí Rainforest Park, or Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve—all within easy reach. The best evenings end in the hot tub, surrounded by palm trees and sea breeze. All in all, it feels effortless, breezy, and beautifully placed.

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  Booking.com

  Villa Trópico in San Juan

  Bed & bath: 4 beds, 3 baths
  Top amenities: Outdoor swimming pool, in-unit washer and dryer, plush pillow-top mattresses

  Between the energy of San Juan and the hush of Punta Las Marías Beach, Villa Trópico offers a modern counterpoint to the capital’s colonial bustle. Four bedrooms and three baths stretch across sunlit interiors with crisp lines, cool tiles, and just enough tropical color to remind you where you are. The private pool and garden terrace create an oasis for morning swims or quiet evening drinks, while the kitchenette and dining area make it easy to stay a little longer in. All kinds of San Juan hotspots—Barbosa Park, the Museum of Art, and Old San Juan’s cafés—are less than 10 minutes away. Equal parts city and sanctuary, Villa Trópico is a refined home base for travelers who want the best of both worlds.