''For other places with the same name, see Rincon''
'''Rincon''' [http://www.rincon.org/] ''Town of Beautiful'' is a town located on the Porta del Sol (West Coast) Region of Puerto Rico, and is southwest of Aguadilla. Rincon, well known for its world-class surfing beaches, and mentioned by name in the Beach Boys song "Surfin' Safari" (''"at Rincon they're walking the nose"''), was site of the World Surfing Championship in 1968.
The community is composed of local Puerto Ricans, international surfers, Americans and other nationalities who come to surf the legendary waves. Locals are friendly to tourists, but it can be helpful to be able to exchange some words in Spanish.
Get in
By plane
Most visitors fly into '''Luis Munoz Marin International Airport''' (SJU) in San Juan. Rincon is about 2.5 hours via PR-22 to PR-2 to PR-115.
From Aguadilla (BQN), Rincon is about 30 minutes via PR-115. Direct service from JFK, Newark & Orlando.
From Mayaguez (MAZ), Rincon is about 20 minutes via PR-115.
From Ponce (PSE), Rincon is about 70 minutes via PR-2.
By car
Coming to Rincon is possible by State-Road 115. PR-115 to the north, connects Rincon to Aguadilla via Aguada and to the south to Anasco.
Get around
Roads in Rincon can be uncomfortable due to their narrowness, but they sure lead you to a natural paradise. In Rincon you can use famous Rincon-413.
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See
Desecheo Island National Wildlife Refuge. Desecheo Island, 14 miles from the coast, is not open to visitors; however, diving, snorkeling and fishing around the island is allowed.
Rincon Lighthouse Park / El Faro Lighthouse. oute 4413, just off Route 413. 1 787 823-2244. 1 787 823-3240. rratic hours; sign on door says 'usually open at 10:30'. Recreation site with a beautiful view of the Desecheo Island National Wildlife Refuge on Mona Passage. The park has a gift shop and a snack bar.
Rincon Nuclear Plant. Unusual dome shaped building that is currently being converted into a museum.
Rincon Town Square.
Whale watching. sually December-March, February being the peak season. While impossible to predict what time whales will show up, usually before 10AM and evenings are the best time. The Rincon Lighthouse is a great place to whale watch.
Do
Katarina Sail Charters. lack Eagle Marina. 1 787-823-7245. ailrincon@hotmail.com. ay Sails: 10:30AM-1:30PM; Evening Sails: 4:30PM-After sunset. ay Sails: $60/30 (Adults/Children under 12); Evening Sails: $40/20 (Adults/Children under 12). ttp://www.sailrinconpuertorico.com. Day sails includes snorkeling, whale watching and lunch, and evening sails include whale watching and free drinks.
Moon Dog Fishing Charters. 1 787-823-3059. oondogcharters@yahoo.com. Fishing charters.
Rincon Skate Town. alle Nueve Carr. 115 km 5.2. 1 787-823-2897. -F: 11AM-9PM; Sa-Su & Holidays: 9AM-9PM.
Surf Camp / Surf School. arr. 115 km 8.2. 1 787-448-0968. -F:; url="http://www.surf787.com. Learn to Surf!
Taino Divers. lack Eagle Marina. 1 787-823-6429. ainodivers@yahoo.com. aily 9AM-9PM. Diving and snorkeling, whale watching tours and fishing.
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Beaches
Almirante Beach
Corcega Beach
Los Almendros Beach
Punta Higuero Beach
Rincon Public Beach
Sandy Beach
Surfing
Dogman's Beach
Domes Beach
Indicator Beach
Maria's Beach
Spanish Wall Beach
Steps Beach - Show up mid-morning to early afternoon for the best place to surf or watch surfers. Named "Steps" for the set of concrete stairs a few feet in the water.
Tres Palmas
Buy
There are shops along the street of the town center and state-road 413. Rincon is also near Aguadilla which is home to various shopping malls. There are also several surf shops in Rincon.
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Rincon Journal. alifornia couple shares Rincon experiences. ttp://ca2pr.com. Rincon Puerto Rico from our perspective - Moving, building and adjusting to life in sleepy North West corner of the Caribbean island.
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Eat
Brasas Grill & Pelican Grill. oad 115 km 5.8 (Rincon Beach Resort). '+1'' 787-589-9000. nfo@rinconbeach.com. Brasas Grill offers steaks and seafood, and Pelican Grill serves lighter food.
Club Bon-Accord Bistro Restaurant & Bar. 1 787-823-2525. -M: 6PM-10PM; Su: 10AM-2PM. inners $16-25. ttp://www.bonaccordinn.com.
El Cerdito. oad 155 (Corner of 115 and Calle 14. unches 5-6. Great food but inexpensive. Sandwiches, like pulled pork, and turkey legs. Great place to get food to go and eat on the beach.
Horned Dorset Primavera. '+1'' 787-823-4030.
Il Bambino Italian Restaurant. '+1'' 787-823-3744. Italian and Puerto Rican dishes.
KaPlash. For empanadillas.
La Ana de Cofresi Restaurant. '+1'' 787-823-2450.
Natural High Cafe. his listing is old, they are no longer in Rincon. 9 Calle Sol , Route 115 km. 14.3 (Between the two ends or Route 413). 87-823-1772. ttp://www.NaturalHighCafe.com. oderate. nfo@NaturalHighCafe.com. The only place in North West Puerto Rico to get organic food! Vegetarian, vegan, living food, and raw vegan gourmet. You can dine in a relaxed atmosphere and have an organic coffee or smoothie while checking your email, or come in for a four-course veg dining experience. Hours vary dependent upon the season. Call for this week's hours and specials.
The Paradise Restaurant. Comida criolla breakfast and lunch.
Rincon Tropical Restaurant. '+1'' 787-823-2017. losed Tuesday. Creole dishes.
Rock Bottom Grill. 1 787-823-3756. aily: 10AM-?.
Royal Palm Cafe.
Smiling Joe's Restaurant. arr. 413 Km 4.1. '+1'' 787-823-5654. zparrot@lazyparrot.com. '+1'' 787-823-0224. ntrees $20-30. ttp://www.lazyparrot.com/restauranteng.htm.
The Spot Restaurant & Bar. '+1'' 787-823-3510. potateagle@hotmail.com. inners $22-30.
Tamboo Seaside Grill. oad 413, Km. 4, Sandy Beach Road. '+1'' 787-823-8550. info@besidethepointe.com. ttp://www.besidethepointe.com/rest.htm.
Fast Food:
Subway
Quiznos
Church's Chicken
Burger King
McDonalds
Drink
Banana Dang Coffee. anana Dang Internet Cafe. arr. 413 Km 4.1 Puntas, Rincon. doors next to the Lazy Parrot Inn on Rte. 413 Km 4.1. + 787 823-0963. ttp://bananadang.com/. am-5pm. 2 - $5. '''Banana Dang Coffee''' is a neighborhood coffeehouse in Rincon, Puerto Rico passionately committed to serving the best coffee and healthiest banana smoothies. We have ''Wi-Fi'' and ''internet access'' too.
In addition to these, several hotels also have bars.
Calypso. oad 4413 Bo. Puntas Maria's Beach. 1 787-823-3762. alypso@coqui.net. aily: 11AM-?. ttp://home.coqui.net/calypso.
Rincon Nativo. arr. 115 Km 10.4 (Behind the Sports Complex). 1 787-823-4922. ropicos@caribe.net. u-Th: 5PM-1AM; F-Sa: 5PM-3AM.
Sandy Beach Inn. oad 413, Km 4.3. Great ocean views and friendly atmosphere.
Or, if you prefer, you can have alcohol delivered to you:
Bonet Liquor Store & Delivery. laza Bonet. 1 787-823-3504. ozonporsche@aol.com.
Sleep
Budget
'''Poinciana Condominiums''' Route 413,Km 4.1 tel: 516 633-6861, email:jvaspt@yahoo.com. Brand new 2 bedroom,2 full baths,Rates from $500/week. Includes A/C,wraparound oceanview terrace,pool,walk to all, etc.
'''Surf 787 Bed 'n Breakfast''', Carr 115, Barrio Calvache, tel: ''+1 787'' 448-0968 (''[mailto:surfsup787@yahoo.com surfsup787@yahoo.com]''), [http://www.surf787.com]. This inn has 6 rooms and is located on hillside near beach. $90-135.
'''EV Vacation Rentals Rincon Puerto Rico''', Carr 429 Km 2.7, Barrio Barrero, tel: ''+1 787'' 431-3288 (''[mailto:prvacationrental@aol.com prvacationrental@aol.com]''), [http://www.prvacationrental.com]. 3 Large Affordable Private Rentals 150ft to Caribbean Sea. starting at $75.
'''Coconut Palms Inn at the Beach''', 2734 Calle 8, Comunidad Estela, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-0147 (''[mailto:coconut@coqui.net coconut@coqui.net]''), [http://www.coconutpalmsinn.com]. This inn has eight rooms and is located directly on the beach. $75-150.
'''The Pineapple Inn''', 2911, Calle 11, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-1430, (''[mailto:info@thepineappleinn.net info@thepineappleinn.net]''), [http://thepineappleinn.net]. Located across the street from the beach. $95-140.
'''Beside the Pointe Inn''', Road 413, Km. 4, Sandy Beach Road, Puntas, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-8550, (''toll free: ''+1 888'' 823-8550 [mailto:info@besidethepointe.com info@besidethepointe.com]''), [http://www.besidethepointe.com]. $70-156 (low season), $90-180 (high season).
'''Vista Vacation Resort''', tel: ''+1 787'' 823-3673, (''toll free: ''+1 866'' 958-4782 mailto:email@vistapr.com''), [http://www.vistapr.com]. All rooms have a kitchen or kitchenette. $90-215.
'''Casa Vista del Mar''', tel: ''+1 787'' 823-6437, (''toll free: Toll Free ''+1'' 866-887-0175, email: mailto:smithpr@caribe.net''), [http://www.casavistadelmar.net]. $95-125.
'''Lazy Parrot Inn''', Carr. 413 Km 4.1, Bo. Puntas, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-5654 (''toll free: ''+1 800'' 294-1752 [mailto:lzparrot@lazyparrot.com lzparrot@lazyparrot.com]''), [http://www.lazyparrot.com]. Located 1/2 mile from the beach, this small inn has seven rooms. It also has a bar. $110-125.
'''Parador Villa Antonio''', Road 115 Km.12.0, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-2645 (''[mailto:pva@villa-antonio.com pva@villa-antonio.com]''), [http://www.villa-antonio.com]. The Parador Villa Antonio is located on the beach, although not all rooms have an ocean view. Each room, whether it is an apartment or a beach front cottage, comes equipped with air conditioning and a kitchen. $115-150.
'''Villa Cofresi Hotel''', Road 115 KM. 12.0, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-2450, (''[mailto:info@villacofresi.com info@villacofresi.com]''), [http://www.villacofresi.com]. The hotel has a restaurant and bar on premises. $115-160.
'''Casa Islena''', Carr. Int. 413 Km. 4.0, tel: ''+1 787''823-1525, (''fax: ''+1 787'' 823-1530, email: mailto:reservations@casa-islena.com''), [http://www.casa-islena.com]. $115-185.
Mid-range
'''Amapola House Ocean View Villa''', toll free: ''+1'' 877-413-4133, (''email: mailto:vacation@amapolahouse.com''), [http://www.amapolahouse.com]. $175-245/night. Brand-new three-level vacation home with 4 bedrooms, three full baths and rooftop spa tub. Sleeps up to eight.
'''Punta Beach Vacation Apartments''', toll free: ''+1'' 866-727-8682, (''email: mailto:sicab99@aol.com''), [http://www.puntabeach.com]. $125-165/night. Vacation home. Sleeps up to six.
'''El Mirador Guesthouse''', SR 413, Km. 4, tel: ''+1 787'' 317-2280, (''toll free ''+1'' 888-883-0188, email: mailto:elmiradorpr@hotmail.com''), [http://www.elmiradorpr.com]. $135-$185/night. Vacation home. Sleeps up to 10.
'''Tres Sirenas Beach Inn''', tel: ''+1 787'' 823-0558, [http://www.tressirenas.com]. $150-260 (low season), $160-280 (high season).
'''Casa Tamara and Casa Serena''', toll free: ''+1'' 800-556-9877, (''email: mailto:RinconVillas@gmail.com''), [http://www.RinconVillas.com]. $875-1575/week. Vacation home.
'''The Red Door''', (''email: mailto:mandronici@yahoo.com''), [http://www.rinconreddoor.com]. $1015-1330/week. Vacation home.
'''Lorraine Beach House''', tel: ''+1 787'' 890-3382. $175/night; $1200/week. Vacation home. Sleeps up to six.
'''Rincon Beach Resort''', Road 115 KM 5.8, Anasco, tel: ''+1 787'' 589-9000, (''toll free: ''+1 866'' 589-0009 [mailto:info@rinconbeach.com info@rinconbeach.com]''), [http://www.rinconbeach.com]. This hotel has a bar. $195-545 (low season), $230-625 (high season).
'''Rincon of the Seas - Grand Caribbean Hotel''', Road 115, Km 12.2, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-7500, (''toll free: ''+1 866'' 274-6266 [mailto:info@rinconoftheseas.com info@rinconoftheseas.com]''), [http://www.rinconoftheseas.com]. This hotel has a bar. $190-410 (low season), $235-495 (high season).
'''Lemontree Oceanfront Cottages''', Carr 429, Km. 4.1, tel: ''+1 787'' 823-6452, (''toll free ''+1'' 888-418-8733, email: mailto:lemontreepr@gmail.com''), [http://www.lemontreepr.com]. $95-$295/night. Beachfront vacation rental inn. Sleeps up 2-6.
Pelican Point Apartments on Sandy Beach location/location/location $150 night (2 bedroom 1 bath) 706.206.7625
'''Villa Lomas''', Road 413, On Pineapple Hill, 5 minutes to Steps Beach, $125 night, 1 bedroom, swimming pool. [http://www.villalomas-rinconpr.com]. 787-823-1273
Splurge
'''Tres Amigos Beach House''', [http://www.tresamigosbeachhouse.com]. $1800/week. Vacation home.
'''Rincon Escape Villa''', [http://www.rinconescape.com]. $300/day. Vacation home.
'''Rincon Ocean Villa''', [http://www.rinconoceanvilla.com]. $2,500-4,000/night (low-high season). 3.5 acre, gated property directly on the Corcega Beach in Rincon. Villa, rented as a whole - Your own private resort. Sleeps up to 28. 10 bedrooms, 9 full and 2 half baths. 65 foot pool, whirlpool, exercise facility, sauna, grand dining room that comfortably seats 22, courtyard and whale watch tower. Vacations, Family Reunions, Weddings, Corporate Events & Fundraisers.
'''Caracol Che''', [http://www.caracolche.com]. $1650-5800/week. Vacation home. Sleeps up to 8.
'''Relais & Chateaux Horned Dorset Primavera Hotel''', Apartado 1132, tel: ''+1 800'' 633-1857 (''[mailto:info@horneddorset.com info@horneddorset.com]''), [http://www.horneddorset.com]. $717-1023/night (low season), $1377-1865/night (high season).
'''Beachfront Vacation Home: Villa Orleans''', [http://www.villaorleanspr.com]. $2275-$3850/week. '''Vacation Rental'''. Sleeps 10-14.
Get out
Since Puerto Rico is roughly 160 km by 56 km (100 miles by 35 miles), just about any town is with a half days drive.
Nearby towns include:
Aguadilla
Mayaguez