The first guests began arriving this week to a transformed coastline just outside San Juan, where the newly refurbished Four Seasons Resort and Residences Puerto Rico has officially opened its doors after a $40 million Four Seasons-ification.
The reveal comes after a reimagining of what was previously Marriott’s St. Regis Bahia Beach resort, which first opened in 2010.
The 139-room resort sits within a private 483-acre reserve, bordered by two additional sanctuaries, giving guests immediate access to miles of trails, waterways and wildlife.
“Puerto Rico has given us an extraordinary setting,” said Rainer Stampfer, Four Seasons President, Global Operations, Hotels and Resorts. “It’s a place where our signature service and unparalleled experiences will define every stay.”
A Luxury Nature Resort
The scale of the natural environment here sets the tone for the entire stay. Guests can explore more than seven miles of trails and waterways, either on their own or with expert naturalists who highlight the local flora, birdlife and the leatherback sea turtles that nest on the beach each spring and summer. Conservation is built into the resort’s foundation, with an on-site animal sanctuary, a pet shelter and community education programs that guests can support during their visit. The entire property sits within an Audubon-recognized landscape, and the commitment to sustainability is noticeable everywhere.
A Taste of Puerto Rico
This season marks the debut of new culinary concepts led by Executive Chef Victor Rosado, whose menu inspiration stretches back to childhood memories in Puerto Rico and professional stints with Jean-Georges Vongerichten and José Andrés. You can experience a spectrum of flavors across ten dining and bar venues. El Bembe, the new lobby lounge, centers on Puerto Rican rums, live music and street-snack interpretations served with a sense of place. Paros brings Mediterranean flavors with local seafood and herbs from the resort’s organic garden. Seagrapes leans into open-air coastal cooking, while Turtle’s Nest and Sand Dollar elevate beachside dining. There is even a seasonal pop-up sushi bar that adds a new layer to the resort’s culinary program.
Beyond the property, the concierge team is arranging guided culinary and cultural tours of Old San Juan, including visits to El Morro and curated stops in local eateries and bars. For guests wanting to explore further, the team highlights places like Flamenco Beach on Culebra, along with artisan boutiques, designer shops and the high-end stores at The Mall of San Juan.
What to Do On Property
For golfers, the Bahía Beach Golf Club offers an Audubon International Silver Signature Sanctuary setting, complete with an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr. course, simulator, driving range and expert caddies. The expanded Racquet Centre now includes tennis, pickleball and padel courts, supported by coaching and full equipment rental.
On the lakeside edge of the property, the Boat House is the launch point for paddle exploration, family-friendly water activities and an inflatable waterpark. Along the beach, guests can try kitesurfing, windsurfing and catch-and-release fishing on the resort’s lakes. Two fitness centres, one at the spa and one at the racquet complex, round out the active offerings.
Pools, Spa and Tropical Calm
Between the two resort pools and the broad stretch of beach, the atmosphere leans toward unhurried luxury. Staff rotate with chilled towels, cooling spritzes and small touches like sunglasses repair. Hammocks, quiet natural trails and beach horseback rides offer alternative paths to relaxation. The spa is designed as a full-scale sanctuary, with ten treatment rooms, thermal facilities, hot and cold plunges and dedicated salon services for weddings and special occasions.
A Family-Friendly Caribbean Escape
Families will find the property built with them in mind. The beach, family pool and splash areas offer all-day play, with large private cabanas available. The Tortuga Kids’ Club provides a supervised, complimentary program for ages four to twelve, featuring island-inspired arts and crafts and outdoor games. The resort also offers a wide selection of connecting rooms, children’s menus, complimentary dining for kids under five and babysitting services.
Prices at the New Puerto Rico Four Seasons
Rooms start at $1,589 right now before calculating taxes. There are countless room categories; if you want a one-bedroom ocean view suite, the price is about $2,289 per night before taxes.
Caitlin Sullivan
2025-11-25 18:38:00