Where should I stay to visit El Yunque?

Top 10 trending hotels near El Yunque Rainforest

• Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico. Hotel in Rio Grande.
• Park Royal Homestay Club Cala Puerto Rico.
• El Conquistador Resort – Puerto Rico.
• Yunque Mar Beach Hotel.
• Luquillo Sunrise Beach Inn.
• Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Puerto Rico Golf & Beach Resort.
• The Village Inn.
• Casa Coral.

Can you stay in El Yunque?

El Yunque National Forest really is the place to be. With 1133 lodges, cabins and hotels in the park and the surrounding towns, your perfect adventure is ready and waiting for you.

How much does it cost to tour El Yunque?

There is no entrance fee for the Forest itself. The El Portal Visitors Center (optional) is $4/adult and $2/senior. Kids under 16 are free. There are lots of tour operators who will provide transportation from your hotel and give you a guided tour of the Rain forest for a fee.

Can you visit El Yunque without a tour?

No trip to Puerto Rico is complete without a trip to El Yunque National Rainforest and let me start by saying first and foremost you DO NOT need a guided tour to enjoy El Yunque. Tours cost about $50-$100 per person including a guide and transportation from most popular hotels on the island.

How do you get from San Juan to El Yunque?

There is no direct connection from San Juan to El Yunque National Forest. However, you can take the bus to Sagrado Corazon then take the taxi to El Yunque National Forest. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to El Yunque National Forest.

Do you need a permit for El Yunque?

Normally, El Yunque is free to enter and you don’t need a permit. However, due to park regulations regarding COVID-19, you need to reserve your time slot online here ahead of time. It’s still technically free to enter, but there is a $2 service fee, which you pay by credit card online.