La Mela
Cabo Rojo
Popular places to visit
Buye Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Buye Beach during your travels in Cabo Rojo? While in this family-friendly area, you can enjoy the restaurants.
Combate Beach
Discover both sides of a stunning Puerto Rico beach that promises a laid-back party atmosphere at one end and tranquil, tropical seclusion at the other.
Balneario Boqueron
Head to the golden sands of this Blue Flag-awarded beach to swim, try watersports and take in the views of the rock formations along the Bahía de Boquerón.
Cabo Rojo Lighthouse
Marvel at a historic lighthouse on the southwestern tip of Puerto Rico, where the still-working tower offers spectacular views of the Morrillos Peninsula.
Playa Sucia
In southwestern Puerto Rico lies a picture-perfect beach that is sheltered in a natural cove and untouched by human development.
Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge
Experience the diverse wildlife of Puerto Rico in a stunning refuge that features dramatic limestone cliffs, serene salt flats and gorgeous Caribbean beaches.
Things to do
La Parguera Glowing BioBay Boat Tour from San Juan
La Parguera Boat Tour with Kayak
Puerto Rico: Bio Bay Swim and Sunset Charter or Late night tour
Explore Puerto Rico's West Coast
Bioluminescent Bay Boat Tour in La Parguera
La Parguera: Sunset and Biobay or Late Night Biobay Cruise
Top hotels in La Mela
Aquarius Vacation Club at Boqueron Beach Resort
Property was clean, but came across with limited parking, front desk staff multitasking and warnings of charges if no dishes not clean. However, it is located across Boqueron pueblo which is a plus and worth it
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Rincon of the Seas - Grand Caribbean Hotel
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Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Villa Cofresi Hotel
Food is good,friendly staff.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026
Rincon Beach Resort
I love this hotel… we’ve been here several times. The staff was great, views are amazing, the food was good and is easy to enter, the parking, the lobby… everything was good! It’s time for some renovations… the building seems dated, and beds were kind of uncomfortable. If I’m going out of home and ...
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Holiday Inn Mayaguez and Tropical Casino by IHG
Clean rooms. Staff was really helpful and accommodating. We got to the hotel with our 5 year old well before check-in and while they were booked solid they tried to get us into a room as soon as possible. I also really liked that they had Easter activities planned for the children, and made sure ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Hotel Mayaguez Plaza, BW Signature Collection
No hot water at 10:00 pm. No pillows in bed, only cushions. No info on how to change TV channels. No info on how to set comfortable temperature in AC.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around La Mela
Joyuda
While Joyuda might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Club Deportivo Del Oeste and Playa Azul.
Las Palmas
While Las Palmas isn't home to many top sights, Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge and Balneario Boqueron are some notable places to visit nearby.
