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Puerto Rico > Isabela
Isabela
Jardín del Noroeste
By:Travel & Sports Staff, June-2008

Isabela is called the Jardín del Noroeste (the Northwest Garden) and is known for the delicious local cheese (quesito de hoja), the breeding of cockfighting birds and paso fino horses. You may also find artisans, santeros, demonstrating how the hand-carved wood statues of saints (santos) are created, and annual events such as the Festival del Tejido. Nature lovers will find rivers, lakes and caves to explore.

Isabela offers a trolley/bus services that takes you to points of interest throughout the area such as Guajataca Tunnel, Playa El ... (more)
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Top of Page Isabela: Accommodations Accommodations
Area 3Costa Dorada Beach Resort $112-150 (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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$112-150, 52 Room Key
Rt 466 Km 0.1.
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Our tropical paradise faces two miles of unspoiled beach.
  • We offer seaside rooms and suites with cable TV.
  • Pools, restaurant, pool bar, cocktail lounge & tennis.
  • Convention facilities accommodate up to 600 persons.
  • International and Puerto Rican cuisine.
  • Area 3Ocean Front Hotel $85-150 (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    $85-150, 16 Room Key
    Rt 4466 Km 0.1 Playa Jobos.
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    All rooms are on the ocean side or have an ocean view.
  • Our restaurant is "better than ever".
  • Enjoy our sun deck with beach as far as the eye can see.
  • Ocean deck beach bar bistro, gift shop and beach rentals.
  • Visit our unique restaurant & hotel on Jobos Beach.
  • Area 3Parador Villas del Mar Hau $100-250 (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    $100-250, 43 Room Key
    Rt 466 Km 8.9.
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    This is our little secret spot in paradise.
  • All of our beachfront cottages are fully furnished.
  • Riding, kayaks, surf boards, bike, horse, hiking & more.
  • Enjoy a relaxed unpretentious family vacation.
  • Located on unspoiled Playa Montones.
  • Area 3Villa Montaña Beach Resort $250-1300 (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    $250-1300, 75 Room Key
    Rt 4466 Km 1.9.
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    Enjoy our secluded, 30-acre beach front location.
  • 1-, 2- and 3-bedroom villas and rooms.
  • Beachfront restaurant with an ever-changing menu.
  • An ample variety of watersports.
  • At the tip of Puerto Rico's pristine northwest coast.
  • Area 3Villas de Costa Dorada $190-450 (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    $190-450, 54 Room Key
    Rt 466 Km 0.1.
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    Spend your vacation in a furnished apartment.
  • Next to and full use of Costa Dorada Beach Resort.
  • Adjacent to one of Puerto Rico's great beach areas.
  • Rooftop terrace available on 3rd floor apartments.
  • A family-friendly place to stay.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Artisans & Galleries Artisans & Galleries
    Area 3Isabela Artisans (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Santos (wood carvings of saints) and needlecraft.
    Area 3Isabela y El Mar (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
    Public Plaza.
    "Isabela and the Sea" by Lindsay Daen.
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    Area 3Cacique Rock (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Playa El Pastillo, west end of beach.
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    From the beach side, the rock cliff looks like the bust of the Chief Cacique Mabodomaca. Legend has it that he jumped into the sea from the cliff to avoid capture by the Spaniards. The chief's medallion was lost & is still sought along this cliff.
    Area 3El Pozo de Jacinto (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 466.
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    Saltwater well in the Playa de Jobos area.
    Area 3Isabela Sightseeing (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Plaza Recreo de Isabela.
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    This free tour takes you to major points of interest including San Antonio de la Tuna.
    Area 3Monumento al Indio (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 2 at Rt 113.
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    This monument, in honor of Cacique Mabodomaca, opens the door to the western region.
    Area 3Plaza de Recreo de Isabela (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 113.
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    This newly renovated (2004) plaza features a fountain, trees and several benches to relax on.
    Area 3Pozo Brujo (Bewitched Well) (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Poza La Princesa.
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    This is a freshwater well at the end of the dirt tracks running to the west of Rt 446.
    Area 3San Antonio de la Tuna (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    From Rt 2, south turnoff just west of Rt 113. About 2 Km.
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    This major historical site (from 1725) is the original location of Isabela. The site is dominated by the ruins of the church. Call City Hall to arrange a visit or take the trolley tour. Very impressive.
    Area 3Túnel de Guajataca (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Playa de Guajataca.
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    Built in 1911 for sugarcane trains. The western end of the tunnel connects to the Playa El Pastillo.
    Area 3Villa Pesquera Kiosks (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Playa Punta Sardina, (Waterfront).
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    New kiosk area with a fish market, restaurants and shops.
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    Area 3Baño La Princesa & Blowhole (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    East of Rt 466 at the shoreline.
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    Beaches Surfing
    This is a large area (very popular in the spring and summer) that is webbed with dirt roads, coral and beaches. You will find a blow hole toward the east end and the Pozo Brujo at the base of the cliff.
    Area 3Blue Hole (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Playa de Shacks.
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    Beaches Diving & Snorkeling Snorkel Star Listing
    One of the best snorkeling areas on the north coast. East of the Villa Montaña Beach Resort, about 500m in front of a small row of houses. Ask around for the exact spot.
    Area 3Golondrinas Caves (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 113 Km 5.1.
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    Beaches
    Part of the Isabela Pastillo sector. These caves are open to visitors.
    Area 3Playa Bajura (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 466, cave area across from Villa Montaña Beach Resort.
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    Beaches
    A secluded beach near the caves.
    Area 3Playa de Guajataca (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 2 Km 104.
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    Beaches Star Listing Surfing
    The portion of the beach west of Río Guajataca is in Isabela. This is the access to the Túnel de Guajataca at the west end of the beach. This is not a swimming beach due to strong currents.
    Area 3Playa de Jobos (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 466, just east of Rt 4466, Bo. Bajura.
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    Beaches Diving & Snorkeling Star Listing Surfing
    A beautiful surfing beach. A great learner's spot, but get professional instruction as the waves and currents require local knowledge for beginners.
    Area 3Playa de Shacks (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 4466, in front of and east of Villa Montaña Beach Resort.
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    Beaches Snorkel Star Listing Surfing
    A great beach for surfing, snorkeling and horseback riding. Also the site of the Blue Hole snorkeling area.
    Area 3Playa El Pastillo (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 113 Km 5, turn north at the old bakery.
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    Beaches Surfing
    Beautiful expansive beach reached either from the road or the Túnel de Guajataca. Cacique Rock is at the west end of the beach.
    Area 3Playa Montones (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 466 Km 9, in front of Parador Villas del Mar Hau.
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    Beaches Surfing
    On the east side of this expansive beach is an outcropping of coral that forms a protected area and creates a huge wave-spray on the ocean side.
    Area 3Playa Punta Sardinera (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 466 from Isabela, turn east at the water.
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    Beaches Surfing
    Swimming and fishing beach. This area was originally a Spanish port due to its deep water close to shore. Known as an excellent boogie board beach. The point at the east side of the beach is Punta Sardina.
    Area 3Pozo Teodoro (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 446 Km 12.5.
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    Beaches Surfing
    Known as a great boogie boarding area, just west of Costa Dorada.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Diving & Snorkeling Diving & Snorkeling
    Area 3La Cueva Submarina (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 466 Km 6.3.
    PRTC Endorsed Diving-Certification Diving-Nitrox (EAN) Diving-Equipment Diving & Snorkeling Diving-Night Diving-Reef Diving-Shore Diving-Wall Diving-Wreck Snorkel Surfing
    Dive shop perched on a high bluff overlooking some of Puerto Rico's best diving. Diving trips to 6 different routes around the Isabela Caverns, Snorkeling trips provided. Certification-Nitrox-Trimix available.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Events Events
    Area 3Classic and Antique Autos (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    11/13/2010 - 11/14/2010
    Plaza de los Festivales, comunidad Medina.
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    A show of classic and antique cars.
    Area 3Festival del Tejido (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    05/07/2011 - 05/08/2011
    Plaza de los Festivales, comunidad Medina.
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    Exhibits of needlecraft, typical food, drinks and music.
    Area 3Isabela Patron Saint Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    06/10/2011 - 06/12/2011
    Plaza de los Festivales, comunidad Medina.
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    A festival commemorating San Antonio de Padua, with music, games and food kiosks.
    Area 3Yuca Festival (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    10/22/2010 - 10/24/2010
    Plaza de los Festivales, comunidad Medina.
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    This festival features food made with the Yuca root, music and crafts.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Forests Forests
    Area 3Guajataca Forest (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 446 south of Rt 2.
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    Bird-Watching Caves Hiking Lookout Tower Mountains
    Hiking trail system (44Kms) wonderful opportunity to view the local vegetation. Bird-watching, excellent scenery, camping area in karst region. also Cueva del Viento (Cave of the Wind) a cave with calcium formations.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Horseback Riding Horseback Riding
    Area 3Tropical Trail Rides (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 4466 Km 1.8.
    Each tour lasts approximately 2 hours, and it's amazing what you can do in those 2 hours! We cater to groups or individuals. Specialty rides are welcome. Horseback riding through tropical secluded beaches, tropical forests and cliff caves.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Info-PRTC Info-PRTC
    Area 3Cabo Rojo, Porta del Sol (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 100 Km 13.7.
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    Official PRTC Information Center designed to welcome you and provide you with current, accurate information.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Information Information
    Area 3Isabela Mayor's Office (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    75 Corchado St.
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    Area 3Isabela Tourism Development (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Top of Page Isabela: Nature/Adventure Nature/Adventure
    Area 3Tropical Trail Rides (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Rt 4466 Km 1.8.
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    Each tour lasts approximately 2 hours, and it's amazing what you can do in those 2 hours! We cater to groups or individuals. Specialty rides are welcome. Horseback riding through tropical secluded beaches, tropical forests and cliff caves.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Públicos Públicos
    Area 3Public Car Terminal (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Top of Page Isabela: Restaurants & Clubs Restaurants & Clubs
    Area 3El Pescador (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Ave.Felix Aldarondo 1312.
    Mesones Gastronómicos Club Lunch Dinner Cost-Inexpensive Open Daily
    Caribbean, Puerto Rican, Seafood. Club: Karaoke, Salsa, Merengue, Tropical.
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    Top of Page Isabela: Sailing & Watersports Sailing & Watersports
    CHECK Area 3Aguadilla Aquatic Adventures (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Charters Diving & Snorkeling Sailing & Watersports Snorkel
    We are Aguadilla's premier water sports company, offering the finest tours, at the best prices, and most importantly,the most fun! We offer jet ski rental and tours. Large groups are no problem, we'll bring our services to you! (main office: Aguadilla.)
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    Combate Beach end of Rt 3301.
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    Charters Diving & Snorkeling Kayaking Sailing & Watersports Snorkel
    Beach activities include Jet Ski Rentals and tours, snorkel charters & equipment rental, and banana boat rides. Our boating activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, sunset cruise, booze cruise, private parties are our specialty! (main office: Cabo Rojo: El Combate.)
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    Top of Page Isabela: Spas Spas
    Area 3Spa at Villa Montaña, The (more) > Puerto Rico > Isabela
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    Villa Montaña Beach Resort.
    Treatments are performed in a natural setting using only nature’s ingredients such as ocean water. In fact the spa makes its own toner.
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