Wanderlust World Wanderlust World W Retreat & Spa is on the gay-friendly island of Vieques, just eight miles southeast of the main island of Puerto Rico. Its management has turned the hotel into a popular destination for gay and lesbian travelers. The resort offers two beaches on its premises, as well as four different restaurants, a 6,000 square-foot spa, and a fitness center. Tennis courts and a swimming pool are also available. The resort's lobby, known as the Living Room, is an open-air lounge, suitable for enjoying the view of the ocean.
W Retreat & Spa
State Rd. 200
KM 3.2 - HC-1 Box 9368
Vieques Island, Puerto Rico 00765
787-741-4100
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The Atlantic Beach Hotel advertises its "appeal to a wide variety of lifestyles." The hotel underwent renovations in the 2008, and now incorporates modern design in its rooms. It attracts a mixed gay and straight crowd, and is within walking distance of gay clubs and bars. The hotel is famous for its ocean view, as well as its location on Condado Beach, a beach with many gay visitors. The staff speak English, Spanish and French in order to assist a wide range of visitors. Rooms are available with or without an ocean view, and rates vary depending on the view and the number of beds.
Atlantic Beach Hotel
One Vendig St.
Condado, Puerto Rico 00907
787-721-6900
atlanticbeachhotel.com
Built in 1958, La Concha underwent $220 million in renovations to upgrade to a modern decor. The investment earned the hotel a listing on Travel Channel's Top 21 Hottest Caribbean Escapes in 2009, as well as a place on Architecture Digest's 2009 Top Ten List. The modern architecture attracts a gay crowd, as does the gay-friendly management. With close to 250 rooms, the hotel features a large casino and five restaurants, including Perla, a seafood restaurant, and Solera, which serves light lunches and tapas during the evening.
La Concha
1077 Ashford Ave.
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00907
787-721-7500
laconcharesort.com
Located in Condado, a popular gay region of Puerto Rico, the Radisson features a 24-hour casino, complete with 500 slot machines. The gay-friendly hotel is within walking distance of the beach as well as shopping centers. The hotel includes a rooftop swimming pool with views of the ocean, a bar by the pool and a fitness center. The Ambassador Grill & Sports Bar serves meals as well as Sunday brunch. The location close to the Condado beach, along with the gay-friendly management, draws a crowd of gay travelers.
Radisson Ambassador Plaza Hotel & Casino
1369 Ashford Ave.
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00907
787-721-7300
radisson.com