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El Blok

Esperanza, South Shore

A design-focused hotel on Esperanza’s Malecón, with balconies and a lively village setting.

Sleeps 4

$$$

The Villa at Encantada Vieques

Esperanza

Encantada is a private coastal estate near Esperanza with two homes for group stays and wedding weekends, plus sunset walks and seaside swings along Playa Coco.

Sleeps 16

$$$$

Casa NoSe’

South Shore

A two-bedroom container home in La Hueca near Playa Negra.

Sleeps 3

Vieques Country Pool Retreat

Inland

Three bedrooms and a pool terrace in a country setting. Stay in Vieques.

Sleeps 6

Sands Beachfront Downstairs

North Shore

Three bedrooms at a beachfront property with a pool. Stay in Vieques.

Sleeps 8

$$$

Casa de Tortuga

Esperanza, South Shore

A family-owned Esperanza guesthouse with a pool and an easy island pace. Spend your days between beach exploring and village wandering.

Weddings Trip planner

Beaches

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Mosquito Pier Beach to Ceiba Tree Beaches

North Shore, West End

A north-coast shoreline stretching from Mosquito Pier toward the Ceiba Tree, with beach stops, coastal views, and snorkeling in calm conditions.

Punta Galindez

The Refuge

A small refuge beach with a sandy center, rocky edges, and opportunities to snorkel when the sea is calm.

Playa Grande

South Shore, West End

A long, undeveloped beach on Vieques’ southwest coast, with golden sand, open-ocean views, and plenty of shoreline for walking.

High Clearance

Playa Escondida

The Refuge

Escondida means “hidden,” and this little beach lives up to the feeling, tucked into the coast with green hills behind it and open Caribbean views ahead.

High Clearance

Cofi Beach “Seaglass” Beach

Isabel Segunda, North Shore

A small beach in Isabel Segunda, with colorful sea glass, harbor views, and an easy-to-combine visit to town.

Playa Negra (Negrita) / Black Sand Beach

South Shore

A short woodland walk leads to Playa Negra, where black mineral sand swirls through golden sand beneath weathered coastal cliffs.

Activities

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El Malecon, Esperanza, Vieques, Puerto Rico

Esperanza, South Shore

Esperanza’s waterfront strip on the south coast, with restaurants, local artists, a family-friendly beach nearby and sunsets over the water.

Free & Open

Playa Grande Sugar Plantation Ruins

Inland, South Shore

Historic sugar plantation ruins at Playa Grande, overgrown with tropical vegetation. Walk the trail yourself or book a guided tour.

Free & Open

Laguna Kiani

North Shore, West End

One of the best bird-watching spots on the island.

Free & Open

Punta Mulas Lighthouse

Isabel Segunda, North Shore

Restored 1895 lighthouse above Isabel Segunda, now a small free museum with a landscaped garden and views of the harbor, the north shore and Puerto Rico.

Free & Open

The Vieques Ceiba Tree Park

North Shore

A centuries-old ceiba tree and community-built nature park in Mosquito, with shady grounds, informative posters and a short walk to Mosquito Pier.

Free & Open

Fortin Conde de Mirasol

Isabel Segunda, North Shore

The last Spanish fort built in the Americas. Interior of the fort is currently closed to the public.

Free & Open

Eateries

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Placita at El Blok

Esperanza

One of Vieques’ top fine dining experiences, Placita at El Blok brings together outstanding food, a thoughtful beverage program, and attentive service with exce

Today 5 pm to 10 pm

$$$$

Tin Box

Inland, Island Wide

Sushi, smoky barbecue and watermelon margaritas in an open-air treehouse setting above lush jungle—Tin Box is a Vieques favorite with plenty of personality.

Reopens Nov 18

$$$

The Mar Azul

Isabel Segunda

Cold drinks, sea breezes and waterfront views make Al’s Mar Azul a casual spot to unwind in Isabel Segunda.

Today 11 am to 2 am

Arenamar SunBay’s Café

South Shore

Fresh-caught seafood, fresh coconuts, and the beach at your feet. Arenamar on Sun Bay is Vieques’ only truly beachfront restaurant—and a delicious reason to lin

Reopens Dec 11

Lizzy’s Lunchbox

Esperanza

Big taco cravings meet a little seaside food truck. Lizzy’s Lunch Box in Esperanza serves a satisfying, casual lunch that fits right into a day of beach hopping

Today 12:30 pm to 5:30 pm

Taverna

Isabel Segunda

Make it an Italian night at Taverna in Isabel Segunda, with thin-crust pizza, classic pasta dishes and fresh salads.

Italian / Pizza

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El Blok

Esperanza, South Shore

A design-focused hotel on Esperanza’s Malecón, with balconies and a lively village setting.

Sleeps 4

$$$

The Villa at Encantada Vieques

Esperanza

Encantada is a private coastal estate near Esperanza with two homes for group stays and wedding weekends, plus sunset walks and seaside swings along Playa Coco.

Sleeps 16

$$$$