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Small Eco-tourism Hotels in Puerto Rico

More and more travelers are sensitive to the impact of tourism on nature and the environment.  These hotels have special 'eco-programs' or are close to ecological attractions such as birding, whale watching, mangroves, rainforests and our amazing bioluminescent bays.  Please check each hotel's website for details.

 Caribe Mountain Villas - Carolina

787-769-0860

Caribe Mountain Villas, a hill-side paradise, is your perfect getaway centrally located and offering you many nearby options: rain forest trails, historic Old San Juan, beautiful beaches and thrilling adventure trips.

You may choose to spend your time unwinding in a hammock or at the pool with a panoramic jungle view. Maybe you’ll be up for a short hike through lush tropical brush to our cascading stream.

Whether you spend your time visiting tourist attractions or staying at the villas, here is where you'll leave your cares behind to relax and unwind.

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 Caribe Playa Beach Resort - Patillas

787-839-6339

Welcome to our charming little hideaway...our location is a perfect setting for just about every occasion and our small intimate atmosphere is ideal for everyone! We are the only beachfront resort in the southeast of the island... nestled among the palms on the sunny shores of the Caribbean...and ALL of our rooms are beachfront with patio and balcony view !

Now, please take a moment, close your eyes and picture yourself basking in the warm Caribbean sun or enjoying a nap in a native hammock under the palms, beachfront or just beachcombing under the starry sky!

We hope you will reserve your hammock under the palms soon !

 Casa Cubuy Ecolodge - Rio Blanco

787-874-6221

Casa Cubuy is a special, tranquil place where you can contemplate the wonder and beauty of the rain forest that surrounds you.

Sleep late, sunbathe on granite slabs and boulders worn smooth by eons of cascading waters. Slip into a natural Jacuzzi and let the water gently massage away the tensions of city life.

Relax in a hammock on the verandah, read, or just watch the clouds float by in this setting of giant tree ferns, soaring breadfruit trees, and wild orchids. Explore trails to prehistoric Indian rock carvings.

Located above Naguabo in Puerto Rico.

 Casa Ensenada Waterfront Guesthouse-Culebra

787-742-3559

If you want accommodations featuring a waterfront guesthouse on Culebra’s main harbor, the Ensenada Honda - with a pier and free kayak that is easy walking to the ferry dock, airport, restaurants, gift shops, grocery stores, and dive shops…· Then Casa Ensenada is for you!

Clean, comfortable, fully equipped rooms including air conditioning, satellite TV, private entrance, kitchen, private bathroom with hot water shower and sink. A waterside patio with a barbecue grill, picnic table, chairs, chaise lounge and chair hammock. Telephone, high speed Internet access, fax, and copier. Secure luggage storage after checkout.

 Casa Grande Mountain Retreat - Utuado

787-893-3939

Set in a stunning valley on 107 lush tropical acres less than two hours from San Juan - an oasis of peace and tranquility. The former coffee plantation, now exquisitely landscaped, has 20 rooms up the mountainside.

A fresh-water swimming pool is cradled beneath a green mountain vista. Fully equipped yoga center is used for individual/group practice.

The Café serves local & international dishes.

Rooms have screened windows,  private bathroom with shower, private balcony with hammock & wall fan. NO cooking facilities, TV, radio, a/c or telephone. There is a public phone on the property.

 Casa Isleña Inn - Rincón

787-823-1525

This once simple ocean front home, has been renovated with Spanish architecture & colors of the Caribbean. Once our guests enter the courtyard gardens, and gaze out onto the ocean; they immediately feel a sense of beauty and tranquility. 

Casa Isleña Inn offers a casual elegance which is reflected in the design and furnishings in each of our nine rooms.  

Our guests can relax by our oceanfront pool, or unwind with a morning stroll along the beach.  We are in walking distance or a short drive to local restaurants, bars and other popular attractions. 

 Ceiba Country Inn - Ceiba

787-885-0471

Ceiba Country Inn is a small private inn nestled in the quiet foothills of the Luquillo Mountains of northeastern Puerto Rico.  Perched on a ridge crossing a valley, it offers commanding views out to Culebra Island and inland to the jungles of  El Yunque.  

The inn offers simple, clean, bright, comfortable rooms at a reasonable price.  Each room has a private bathroom, new beds, private phone with data port, small refrigerator, ceiling fans and air-conditioning.  Daily maid service plus continental breakfast with fresh fruits and baked goods served in the spacious bar area. Owner-operated, guests are treated like family.

 Club Bon-Accord - Rincón

787-823-2525

Less than a 3 minute walk to one of the many beaches that we have to offer in Rincon. An amazing ten-unit environment, each space a one of a kind luxury and of contemporary design.

All units are refreshing, individual, with ambiance and milieu. An alternative for even the well traveled. Available for meetings, small functions and weddings. Not suitable for children under 12 years.

The Bistro Garden Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Gift Shop, Secured Parking. Available for guests at no additional charge bikes, tennis rackets, hammocks, beach chairs, umbrellas and coolers etc

 Club Seabourne - Culebra

787-742-3169 

The place is Club Seabourne, where the Caribbean comes to a complete halt, allowing you to appreciate and absorb all its treasures. Stroll along pristine white sandy beaches, wrap yourself in cool Caribbean breezes, and sleep to the tunes of the warm tropical nights... these are but a few of the elements that will help you disconnect from the rest of the world.

Paradise indeed. Nestled in the hillsides of Culebra Island lies Club Seabourne. An intimate Mini-Resort reflecting all things Caribbean. Simple. Unspoiled. Romantic. Eternal. A place specially designed for those looking to pull the plug from the ordinary & hit the "restart" key of their soul.

 Hacienda Tamarindo - Vieques

787-741-8525

Fodor's: "extraordinary small hotel... the nicest place to stay on Vieques". Intimate getaway imaginatively spiced with a lifetime's accumulation of art, antiques & collectables. Perched on a breezy hilltop overlooking the Caribbean. Full American breakfast included.

Vieques’ Hacienda Tamarindo, offers 16 very special rooms, each lovingly and creatively designed and decorated by owner, Linda Vail -- her swan song after 15 years as a commercial interior designer. Each guest room and public space is unique; imaginatively spiced with a lifetime’s accumulation of art, antiques, and collectibles 

 Inn on the Blue Horizon - Vieques

787-741-3318

Beautifully situated in the veldt-like surroundings that have graced Vieques for centuries. The Inn and its villas are an enchanting ensemble of houses that began as a Spanish Sugar Plantation Great House. The Inn overlooks a spectacular swimming pool, with  unparalleled views of the Caribbean Sea & the blue horizon...

Each of the rooms is beautifully designed with quiet privacy in mind. They are decorated with hand-chosen antiques, cotton linens, and original art. Flowing draperies that sway with the tropical breezes complete the ambience. Toll free number for reservations: 877-741-3318

 Las Palmas Inn - Rincón

787-823-1530

Because of its small size, Las Palmas offers warm, individual attention, giving guests a high quality, unforgettable stay in Rincón.

Our rooms are spacious, well decorated, well designed and  charming. You have all the amenities of a suite like a private bathroom, microwave oven, efficiency area, mini fridge, air conditioner and balcony view to the beach or the pool.

Also, you have a dining table, coffee maker, a small sink and satellite TV. Our rooms have tropically warmed colors and decoration. We provide towels and bed linens.

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 Lazy Parrot Inn & Restaurant - Rincón

787-823-5654

Looking for a truly charming inn? This will be your most talked about stay in Puerto Rico. The Lazy Parrot Inn - offers the best of everything Rincon has to offer. We're minutes from everything - but set into a spectacular hillside location that provides a relaxing country-style resort atmosphere - just 3 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Rincon's beaches.

 Accommodations include air conditioning, Cable TV, mini-refrigerator, private bath with shower and daily maid service.

Enjoy incredible dishes at Smilin' Joe's Restaurant & Bar.

Something for everyone at the Lazy Parrot - it's always squawking good!

 Parador Palmas de Lucia - Yabucoa

787-893-4423

Our facilities are located in front of Lucía Beach, on Puerto Rico’s magnificent southeast coast. Our family oriented facility has a combined colonial style with a tropical decoration.

We have 34 fully furnish bedrooms with air-conditioner, TV Satellite, microwave oven, small refrigerator, coffee maker, phone, and private bath with amenities.

The beach is only 100 feet (30 meters) walking from our main entrance and across the street we have a private free parking lot for our guests.

 Posada La Hamaca - Culebra

787-742-3516

Staying at the Posada la Hamaca will give you the true Culebra Island experience.  Set out on foot to discover Dewey, the one small town that inhabits Culebra. In Dewey you’ll find the color & activity of the Caribbean.

From the Posada la Hamaca you can enjoy all of the activities on Culebra.  Take a $2.50 cab ride to Flamenco Beach, one of the worlds most beautiful beaches. Go to the local Deli and grab a bite to eat, shop in one of the tiny boutiques, and talk with some of the friendly locals.  Or sit on the back patio of the Posada la Hamaca and dive into a good book while letting the rest of the world slip away.

 Rio Grande Plantation - Rio Grande

787-877-2779

The resort is set on forty acres containing recreation, banquet, meeting and lodging facilities. It has become the island favorite of both locals and visitors to Puerto Rico alike. 

A refreshing and relaxing atmosphere of a plantation country estate awaits you. With 30,000 feet of covered pavilion space, the elements and number of guests are never a problem.  

In Puerto Rican mythology,  the El Yunque Rain Forest is the home of the God of good. Set in the lavishly green foothills of El Yunque Rain Forest, the plantation provides a spectacular setting for any event. 

 Sunrise Beach Inn & Spa - Patillas

787-271-0115

Your escape to relaxation begins at Sunrise Beach Inn & Spa. Settle into the tranquil atmosphere of idyllic luxury in our secluded private inn & spa. Our highly skilled therapists and staff can banish stress and tension to help you get the relaxation you need.

Your journey to renewal begins with our attractive suites and our scenic beach. We complement this with our irresistible organic international cuisine. Pampering spa treatments allow you to experience the ultimate in personal attention. Experience the pleasure of our unique atmosphere that stimulates the senses making the encounter unforgettable.


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