Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

4-star beachfront resort near Coco Beach Golf and Country Club

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

3 outdoor pools, open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Breakfast available
Room service
24/7 front desk
Bar
Housekeeping

Explore the area

200 Coco Beach Blvd. Highway 955-I, Río Grande, 00745

Coco Beach Golf and Country Club
‪2 min drive‬
Carabali Rainforest Park
‪15 min drive‬
Luquillo Beach
‪15 min drive‬
San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Exceptional

48 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Exceptional

48 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

48 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room (2 QUEEN BEDS)

Excellent

48 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Premier Villa (1 KING BED)

100 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premier Villa, Ocean View (1 KING BED)

Exceptional

100 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

Good

48 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Villa (2 QUEEN BEDS)

Good

64 sq m
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Wonderful

48 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room (2 DOUBLE, ACCESSIBLE ROLL-IN SHOWER)

Very good

48 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Wonderful

48 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Very good

48 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Wonderful

48 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Deluxe Villa, Ocean View (2 Queen Beds)

Very good

64 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Very good

64 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

Wonderful

48 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

Wonderful

48 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed

Good

64 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Exceptional

48 sq m
Ocean view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

About the area

Río Grande

Beachfront retreat .With a stay at this Zarzal resort, you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Coco Beach Golf and Country Club and 9 miles (15 km) of Carabali Rainforest Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo Beach.

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What's nearby

Coco Beach Golf and Country Club - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
Carabali Rainforest Park - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
Luquillo Beach - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
Bahia Beach - 19 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rico Pan Panaderia - ‬9 min drive
‪Nori Asian Grill - ‬2 min walk
‪5 O’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
‪Sand Trap Bar & Grill - ‬2 min walk
‪Lobby Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

4-star beachfront resort near Coco Beach Golf and Country Club

Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Summer fun is a breeze at Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course, cool off in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools, and enjoy a treatment at the full-service spa.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a children's pool, outdoor tennis courts, and a 24-hour fitness center. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Río Grande resort is smoke free.

579 guestrooms or units

2 levels

20 buildings

4 dining venues

2 bars or lounges

40000 sq ft of conference space

3716 sq m of conference space

Deli

Beach lounge chairs

Towels for the beach

Umbrellas for the beach

Poolside lounge chairs

Conference space

Breakfast available (surcharge)

Dry cleaning

Self-service laundry

Front desk (24 hours)

Staff is multilingual

Storage area for luggage

Front-desk safe

Tour and ticket information

Concierge

Wedding services available

Convenience store

Terrace

Garden

Gift shop

Beauty salon

Bellhop

No smoking on site

Bar on the beach

Coffee shop

Bar by the pool

Swim-up bar

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico offers 579 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and complimentary bottled water. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This Río Grande resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa has 7 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials, and body wraps. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

4 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)

Pool
Hot tub
Spa
Pet-friendly

CA $425 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Property amenities

Family friendly

3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Grocery/convenience store
In-room crib
Laundry facilities
Playground
Snack bar/deli

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
Self parking on site (USD 16.73 per night)
Valet parking on site (USD 27.88 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 35 for adults and USD 20 for children
2 bars/lounges
4 restaurants
A beach bar
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
A swim-up bar
Snack bar/deli

Things to do

18-hole golf course
24-hour gym
3 outdoor pools
Beach volleyball
Children's pool
Fitness classes
Full-service spa
Golf carts
Golf clubhouse
Hot tub
Kayaking
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Pro golf shop
Sauna
Scuba diving
Snorkeling
Steam room
Yoga classes

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator
Pool hoist on site
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

50-inch smart TV with digital channels
Pay movies

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Free crib
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Food and drink

Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Mobile key entry
Phone
Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets: USD 150 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 35 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 100.00 per night
Resort fee: 18.0 percent of room rate

The resort fee includes:

Additional inclusions
Beach access
Beach towels
Concierge service
Fitness center access
Fitness/yoga classes
In-room bottled water
In-room coffee
Phone calls
Pool access
Sporting facilities or equipment

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 35 for adults and USD 20 for children
Airport shuttle fee: USD 96 per person (roundtrip)
Airport shuttle fee per child: USD 96 (roundtrip)
Self parking fee: USD 16.73 per night
Valet parking fee: USD 27.88 per night
Pet fee: USD 150 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Reservations are needed for golf tee times and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Travelled with partner

May 28, 2025

The property was not done justice by the pictures. It far exceeded our expectations

Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aliyah

Travelled with partner

May 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Made you feel right at home. The entire resort was very clean and consistently maintained. Truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. 10/10 definitely recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Howard A Lawrence

May 26, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Georgina

Travelled with group

May 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

The property and staff were great. But i was disappointed that there was no Jacuzzi and that the beach really was not swimmable.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ninette

Apr 28, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julia

Travelled with family and small children

Apr 21, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

We had cockroaches in our room

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

nancy

Mar 26, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Nancy

Travelled with family

Mar 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

Over priced with little amenties

Would not stay there again. Felt charged for everything, not many amenities, just pools. Resort fee was 60/day , maybe good for conferences but not a holiday.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shamira Yasmine

Travelled with group

Mar 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

12 out of 10. Absolutely phenomenal!! You don’t have to leave the property ever! Beach, pool, cabanas, drinks and food. I would have preferred to stay at the resort instead of going to Old San Juan. Cannot wait to return!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devon

Mar 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with family

Mar 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great family friendly place with stunning views of the ocean.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Katie Sol

Mar 20, 2025

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maral

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children

Mar 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Mar 19, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner

Mar 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Expansive property, with a very relaxed atmosphere!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Travelled with family

Mar 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities

Very easy vacation. Nice, large property, felt like capacity much greater and appreciated that it didn’t feel busy. Staff are excellent and very responsive. Prices for food and beverages are reasonable. Food was very good in general and have a picky family, something for everyone. Really liked our room, “double queen” suite, beautiful view of water and pool from balcony. Great layout for a family to share the space with dividers and pullout couch, especially the bathroom area. Misslesding though since the beds were actually Full size! Overall very positive. Wish we didn’t have to continually ask for towels every night but to shower with a family of 4, never had enough. Smaller side pool was great, quieter than main but there is no staff there until 10 or 11am and no towels available until then. Coffee is difficult to get in the morning, lines are long, very under staffed and only have small sizes. Tennis racquets to borrow are cheap and child size, with balls that are dead. Worst meal was the most expensive at the steak house. Meat was funky, probably dry aged, though not described as such, poorly cooked and not worth the price at all. I think it may be slow or off season, and while I felt like staff worked hard, friendly and helpful, very understaffed to meet needs. Property looks fine overall but when you look closer, flower/plant beds are bare, no much, or rocks, just dirt, often with exposed white watering pipes, looks cheap and like they don’t care about appearance.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerrianne

Mar 17, 2025

Great stay

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAMIEN J

Mar 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The property was well maintained, the staff was tentative overall a great experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with family

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Everything was beautiful

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

samuel Peter

Mar 15, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

huan

Mar 15, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaydin Olivia

Mar 14, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JoShaun

Mar 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great Place!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meredith

Travelled with family

Mar 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

One of the best vacations I have had in a long time! Beautiful property and the staff was amazing. Perfectly relaxing and the pool was gorgeous. Can’t wait to come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

michelle

Mar 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

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Room, 2 Double Beds, Ocean View

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

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Deluxe Villa, Ocean View (2 Queen Beds)

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Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Oceanfront

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Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Garden View

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Deluxe Villa, 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

About the area

Río Grande

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico

Languages

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Property amenities

Family friendly

Internet

Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Things to do

Accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

Bedroom

Bathroom

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras