Puerto Rico has become one of the Caribbean’s most compelling luxury destinations, and what sets it apart is how deeply the island’s geography, culture, and history shape every high-end stay. Along the coastline, luxury takes many forms — quiet estates tucked into the natural beauty of Dorado Beach, heritage-rich retreats woven into the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan, and contemporary oceanfront towers rising above the energy of Condado.

Travelers move easily between these worlds, experiencing untouched beaches, rainforest views, and an urban dining scene that continues to grow more ambitious every year. It’s this blend of nature, culture, and modern design that gives Puerto Rico its distinctive high-end identity, offering a depth of experiences rarely found on a single island. The following resorts reflect that evolution, each one helping define what luxury travel in Puerto Rico looks like right now. These are our editors’ favorite luxe options in Puerto Rico right now.

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Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Dorado Beach
Dorado Beach remains the highest expression of luxury on the island — a resort where the Reserve experience feels as private as a secluded estate and as personal as a tailored retreat. The beachfront casitas and suites open directly onto quiet pathways and shallow coves, with nearly every accommodation offering an outdoor shower or plunge pool (as always, I’d suggest the latter).

 The 1,400-acre property gives guests an immense sense of space, from the sprawling golf offering to the nature-lined trails that wind through what was once Laurance Rockefeller’s original Caribbean playground. Dining is intimate and exacting, with only a handful of tables in some venues, and the spa is set in a series of open-air pavilions surrounded by tropical forest. It’s a place where guests feel removed from everything except the sound of the ocean and the steady, curated service that defines the Reserve brand.