Excellent and accommodating host. Penthouse apt with beautiful view. Would stay there again

Wonderful location. Smooth check-in check-out process. The host is very nice. Easy access to beach and pool. We all loved the house. We will definitely come again.

As we arived the Coronavirus shut down occurred. Elaine kept us informed and gave us the option of checking out early due to the circumstances. We stayed and made the most of our trip. Her place was great and we hope to return when the Coronavirus restrictions have been lifted.

Everything about this setting was spectacular:the condo, the courtyard, the pools, swaying palm trees over the blue water. I’m looking forward to the next time already!

Owner responses were quick. Allowed early and late check in and out. Condo well appointed with cookware, blender and coffee maker. Ice readily available in pool area. Thank-you Elaine.

Very nice oceanfront condo with a beautiful view of the pool and ocean.

The property has everything you need, in a gated community, and in close proximity to groceries and supplies. The resort is lovely. Elaine, the owner, is beyond helpful. Our family enjoyed this property.

From start to finish the experience was exceptional. The property is beautiful and well maintained. The owner is very attentive - checking in during our stay to ensure we were enjoying the stay and had everything we needed to be comfortable. Security was outstanding and very personable. They took the time to know who we were and to be helpful throughout the visit. We highly recommend this property and it is our intention to always stay here in our future visits to Puerto Rico. We promise you will be blown away by it!

This was our first time in Puerto Rico and the choice of a location an hour away from San Juan was a concern. However the laid back environment of Palmas del Mar was perfect for our group (3 couples from various parts of the US including us from Chicago). Late January in 82 degree weather every day....what a wonderful world! The penthouse has a spacious floor plan but with the very high ceilings you feel like the rooms are even bigger than they are. Beds are very comfortable. The grounds are well maintained and the view from the bedrooms and balcony were fabulous! The trails, swimming pools, and hot tub were quite accessible but unfortunately erosion has made the beach area at Marbella largely unusable. There are great beaches not too far away. There are good dining spots nearby and plenty of attractions with just a short drive. Golf here was wonderful. For us it was a perfect place for old friends to comfortably enjoy each other's company. Our decision to select this unit was influenced in part by the strong praise for Elaine. This was very much justified. She had recommendations and suggestions for any of our needs (dining, beaches, cabs, etc). In addition she and Ward set us up on the golf course and even let us borrow clubs. Well beyond the extra mile!

This was our first vacation to Puerto Rico and it was fabulous. The Marbella Club is lovely - very clean, comfortable, with lush vegetation and two of the nicest swimming pools we have experienced. The bath house and hot tub were impeccable. The condo was wonderful! Beautiful views, very clean, very comfortable, exactly as described. Elaine was a terrific hostess. Palmas del Mar was the perfect location for our family of 6 to vacation. Plenty of walking paths, golf course, restaurants, small grocery/convenience store, equestrian center within the resort grounds. Our vacation also included a day at Old San Juan, hiking the El Yunque National Forest, snorkeling with Spread Eagle II in Fajardo, a visit to Luquillo Beach and the Kioskos, and a day spent poolside at the Marbella Club and the Beach Bohio. We had a fantastic time and will be back! Thanks Elaine!

This is our fourth time staying in Palmas del Mar. This time our family had a very special occasion to celebrate, and this was the perfect place to do it. From the the day we checked in to the day we checked out, we only experienced the best of service and amenities. And the view from the apartment is simply amazing! Thank you so much, Elaine. You are an excellent hostess!

Our family of 5 recently stayed at this beautiful villa. We were actually a little concerned with our extended stay because it was longer than we normally vacation. My husband wanted to make sure that we had a villa big enough that if we experienced any tense moment, everyone would have space of their own. This villa was so spacious, that we never felt cramped or that the walls were closing in. The villa was stocked with everything that we needed for our stay from the kitchen, showers, laundry room to beach towels and sunscreen. (unlike past condos where you had to bring your own) This made out travel much easier. Upon arrival, we were greeted with a wonderful bottle on wine on the kitchen counter. The kitchen windows open to the balcony which creates a great atmosphere for preparing meals. The view from the balcony was amazing. The pool, grounds and ocean were beautiful. We enjoyed walking around The Marabella Club in the morning. The only disappointment was that we when visited, there was no beach. There was so much erosion that the beach was gone and some palm trees were actually falling into the water. Things are being done to try to stop the erosion, but this is a natural beach. It was actually kinda neat learning about the erosion and watching it happen. Not having a beach, didn't stop us. There is so much to do at Palmas, we walked about 10 minutes to a access that lead to a beach, spent the day there, again beautiful! My girls and I went all over Palmas the day before we left and I took pictures of them, I have some gorgeous memories. I can not say enough about Elaine. She answered question after question and the week before our arrival, she sent so much information that I had no more questions left. She gave us her cell number and I did have to contact her about a minor issue, which she promptly answered. She even offered to send her husband to help with it but we figured it out through messages. We loved this location and villa! Already planning our next visit.

Two of us from work were heading to PR for work and decided not to stay at a hotel as usual. What a great decision! Instead of the standard hotel room and everything that goes with it, for very little more cost we had a full house with large rooms , a terrific pool and absolutely beautiful views from our 5th floor verandas. This condo is on the beach and Palmas has a lot to offer. We did not have enough time to try it all but from what I heard from others around the pool the beach club right next door is lots of fun and has some good food. The beach at Marbella is not to big so you need to walk a little to find a spot to drop a chair. If you are looking to walk out the door to a large beach to hang out on this may not be for you, but if you enjoy walking along the beach this is a great place to go. The pool and hot tub have plenty of room so the ocean is best for the views and calming sounds of the waves. It’s about an hour drive up the coast to a great beach at Seven Seas and it was worth it. Very calm water and the locals are so friendly. You can bring your own food and drink ( yes all kinds of refreshments) or there is a beach bar with munchies and lots to drink. Elaine could not have been more helpful with her daily emails with things to do and see and she provided all you need to know about getting around the Island. The house has beach towels, chairs and boogie boards so no need to pack them.

The grounds and condo were beautiful and really perfect for our large extended family group. The living room opened onto a terrace with table and chairs overlooking the ocean, and we thoroughly enjoyed spending time with the large living room doors open to the amazing view and ocean breeze. I loved the art on the walls, and the owner, Elaine, was spectacular. I was very nervous about planning a trip for my extended family having never been to Puerto Rico, and Elaine answered all of my questions promptly, with elaborate and really helpful details, and was truly a delight to work with. Pools were perfectly sized for the children to play in, and to take a refreshing dip, and the jacuzzi was hot and huge! The beach was eroded and had a lot of seaweed on it during our brief stay so we couldn't exactly "post up" on the sand with kids, but I still enjoyed walking up and down the coastline and we had a blast boogie boarding in the ocean with provided equipment (and with sand so soft not requiring any watershoes), and the kids loved being able to play with the provided sand toys at Luquillo Beach, about a 40min drive away. My husband and brother-in-law were also so appreciative of the cigars, and having a bottle of wine for our family birthday celebration was incredibly thoughtful and kind! For food, we had picked up items at Costco right off the highway in Caguas driving from San Juan, and there is a Walmart and Ralphs local grocery store in Humacao near to Palmas del Mar, and the kitchen was well stocked to make some meals, but there were plenty of food options nearby! We enjoyed getting coffee at Delicias cafe, and eating at Sabor (which is on the R side after turning L at the light), Pura Vida, and kiosks in Luquillo (just some of the numerous personal recommendations Elaine provided). There were so many nearby sightseeing options as well, and we only wish we had had more time to do more things, but staying on the property itself was just so enjoyable (and frankly, with a baby, it was perfect for me). What a luxurious, private, peaceful, truly amaaaazing place to stay for a vacation. Thank you so so much, Elaine!

There were three generations in our group and we all loved our time at this beautiful condo. Located right at the pool and hot tub, and steps from the ocean, we felt very pampered. The Marbella Club is private and peaceful, yet near all the amenities Palmas del Mar has to offer. There are interests for all ages in the complex and within easy driving distances. However, what really makes this particular property so special is the owner, Elaine. She supplied us with perfect recommendations for everything from sightseeing and services to restaurants. Always quick to respond to any question or request, she was like the perfect butler....there when needed, silently in the background otherwise. We will recommend this condo to anyone considering a trip to Puerto Rico!

My family spent a wonderful week at Elaine's beautiful condo this past February. My husband and I were traveling with our three young children (6,4 & 3) and their grandmother, and it was the perfect vacation for each of us. The Marbella club was a beautiful complex, with two lovely pools, large hot tub and most amazing beach views. The property was so nicely maintained, it felt like a 5 star resort. It it was also quiet and private, which added appeal for us. There was not a wide beach to lay on, but the ocean was a few feet past the pools and perfect for swimming and boogie boarding. The Palmas del Mar beach club was also right next door, offering water slides, a giant pool, splash park and restaurant, which our children especially enjoyed (we had to pay a small entrance fee, but it was well worth it). Elaine's condo was beautifully decorated, and was well stocked with all the basics and then some (lots of extra high quality bedding & towels, beach bags, 4 boogie boards, a cooler, beach chairs & beach toys). And the view from the terrace was spectacular - the photos online do not do it justice! Elaine was a pleasure to work with, from the moment we inquired about the condo until after the trip. She is very professional and thoughtful, and I would love to rent from her in the future. Palmas del Mar is such a beautiful complex, with several nice dining options and a relaxed feel. We made some day trips to El Yunque and Luquillo beach, but we were always happy to return to the Marbella Club. Honestly, I believe Marbella is the most beautiful condo within Palmas, and I would venture to say, that Elaine's condo may one of the most comfortable, beautiful and well equipped condos you can rent. Thank you Elaine and we hope to return for another great vacation.

Everything from the owners to the rental unit, the location and views were spectacular! Elaine and Ward are perfect hosts as they ensure you have a great time. Two wonderful golf courses to play less than 5 minutes away. Great location to venture out and visit other sites in P.R. We will definitely be back..for a longer stay!

Property was wonderful with natural beach and groomed beach very close. Condo super nice and private. Elaine and Ward excellent.

My family and I rented this villa in the beginning of March of 2015, we have rented in Palmas for over 10 years and this has been our favorite unit so far. To start before I even booked the unit Elaine was so accomodating to all my questions and requests and responded so quickly. When we arrived our expecations were more than met, the check in procedure was easy and the villa was beautifully located with breathtaking views of the ocean. The villa was nicely equipped with plenty of towels, coolers, boogie boards, etc. The villa was impeccably clean and well taken care of and the beds were very comfortable. The pool and hot tub was also very well maitained and cleaned everyday. The water tempature was comfortable in both the pool and hot tub. Overall we loved the unit and will be back soon!

We stayed at this property in January 2015 to celebrate my husband's 60th birthday with our 4 adult children. The villa was exceptional with a beautiful terrace facing the ocean. It is beautifully furnished and equipped with everything we could possibly need. Prior to our arrival, Elaine and I had exchanged many emails and phone calls to insure that our vacation was perfect. A bottle of champagne was in the fridge waiting or us. She arranged a charter boat for the guys to go deep sea fishing and a unbelievable massage on the beach for the women. The ocean is right at your feet. There is not much of beach to speak of but you can still place a lounge chair right on the shore. The Beach Club next door was available at a small fee for the day which we enjoyed cocktails by the pool and a delicious lunch. Humacao is a rural area so it is not a busy resort town so we drove to Fajardo which is a 45 minute drive. We would definitely recommend this property for all ages and Elaine could not do enough to make sure our trip was enjoyable and memorable. Thanks Elaine!!!