Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
Sunset Cliff
A two-bedroom guest house on a cliff above Playa Rompeolas, with open views of the Aguadilla coast.
- 4 guests
- 2 bedrooms · 2 beds
- 1 bathroom
Explore the West
Aguadilla
Aguadilla sits on Puerto Rico's northwest corner, with a walkable downtown waterfront, snorkel and surf beaches along the Borinquen coast, and a growing food scene along PR-110 and PR-107.
Things to do in Aguadilla
Beach
Crash Boat Beach
One of the best-known beaches on the west coast, named for the old Air Force rescue-boat pier. Clear water draws snorkelers and divers, and locals jump from the pier when it is safe.
Tip: Part of the pier broke off during Hurricane Erin in August 2025, so check its current status before jumping. Parking is paid, and winter brings stronger currents.
Beach
Playa Rompeolas & El Malecón
A calm cove sheltered by a breakwater in downtown Aguadilla, next to the waterfront promenade with the 'I Love Aguadilla' sign. Free parking, bathrooms and food kiosks are at nearby Plaza de la Juventud.
Tip: Closest beach to the property. It gets busy with boats on weekends and holidays.
Beach
Playa Peña Blanca (Wishing Well)
A small, rocky-edged beach popular for snorkeling, where sea turtles are often seen when the water is calm in summer. In winter the swell makes it a surf spot.
Tip: Arrive early; parking and space are limited.
Beach
Survival Beach
A wild, undeveloped stretch of coast reached on foot from Surfer's Beach in the former Ramey base area. The coastal trail is about 0.6 miles each way.
Tip: Bring plenty of water and avoid swimming in rough surf; there are no facilities.
History
Ruinas del Faro Punta Borinquen
Brick remains of the Spanish-era lighthouse destroyed by the 1918 earthquake and tsunami, near the Punta Borinquen golf course. Visitors can walk among the old walls for free.
Tip: Combine with the nearby coastal trails and street art.
Attraction
Parque de Colón & Casa del Árbol
A seaside family park whose highlight is a treehouse built in 1987 around large trees. Food trucks and Playa Colón are next to it.
Tip: Check sea conditions before swimming at Playa Colón.
History
El Parterre & downtown historic district
El Parterre is a small park built around a natural spring, a short walk from Plaza Rafael Hernández and the Iglesia San Carlos Borromeo, a church dating to 1783 and listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Murals and historic houses fill the surrounding streets.
Tip: The patron saint festivities take place in the plaza in November.
Attraction
Museo de Historia Natural y Conservación de Puerto Rico
A natural history museum that opened in downtown Aguadilla in December 2025, steps from the main plaza. Exhibits cover the island's geology and native plants.
Tip: Hours were reported as Wednesday to Sunday; confirm on the museum's Instagram before going.
Nature
Ramey Central Park
A shaded community forest on the former Ramey base with a mostly flat loop trail of about 0.8 miles. It is a quiet spot for a walk or birdwatching.
Tip: Go in daylight; the source advises leaving before sundown.
Attraction
Las Cascadas Water Park
A municipal water park with pools, a lazy river and slides, operated since March 2026 by a private company under a public-private partnership. It is a seasonal park.
Tip: Closed for fall and winter; a 2026 report says it is expected to reopen in March 2027. Check the park's website or Facebook for dates and tickets.
Where to eat in Aguadilla
Restaurant
Desecheo Restaurant
A long-running Puerto Rican restaurant known for seafood and mofongo, with a large following among locals and visitors. The menu also includes steaks and cocktails.
Tip: Expect waits at peak dinner hours.
Restaurant
Peña Blanca Restaurant
A waterfront seafood restaurant in town serving Puerto Rican dishes; its signature is a mixed mofongo stuffed with seafood. Pizza and pasta are also on the menu.
Tip: Close to Playa Rompeolas and the Malecón.
Restaurant
Sal de Mar Restaurant & Rooftop Bar
A seafood and Puerto Rican restaurant at Paseo Real Marina with sea views and a rooftop bar. It is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Tip: Reservations are available on OpenTable; the rooftop is a good sunset spot.
Restaurant
Rompeolas Bar & Grill
A busy bar and grill on the downtown waterfront serving seafood, mofongo and tropical drinks. Reviewers mention live entertainment.
Tip: Hours vary by day, with late closing on weekends.
Nightlife
Cocoloba Beach Bar
A beach bar and kitchen right at Crash Boat Beach. It is a convenient stop for food and drinks during a beach day.
Tip: Listed hours are Wednesday to Sunday; confirm before going.
Restaurant
Flora
A vegan and vegetarian farm-to-table restaurant on PR-110. A good option for plant-based diners.
Where to stay
Sunset Cliff is in Aguadilla, on a cliff next to Playa Rompeolas.
Other towns in the west
Independent recommendations based on public guides and reviews, checked in November 2026. Stay West PR has no business relationship with these places. Hours and prices change, so confirm before you go.