Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach

Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach

326 Barrio Bajuras, Isabela 00662 Puerto Rico
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#1 of 4 hotels in Isabela
4.8 of 5 bubbles
Location
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Rooms
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Value
4.5 of 5 bubbles
Cleanliness
4.6 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.4 of 5 bubbles
Sleep Quality
Since 1990, Villa Tropical's Location and Accommodations have enchanted visitors from around the world. Villa Tropical Inc. represents an exclusive group of fully-equipped oceanfront and non-oceanfront apartments located ON Shacks Beach (Playa Shacks), Isabela. Directly in front is the "Blue Hole", a coral-reef-protected swimming area that provides visitors the opportunity to enjoy a variety of sea life while snorkeling and diving in underwater caverns. Just west of the coral reef is a challenging surf break and favorite kite-surfing destination. There are 18 unique, fully - equipped apartments with many amenities included like your clean sheets and towels, cooking tools and utensils, FREE wifi, FREE Parking and FREE BBQ tank refills. The VT Gift Shop has souvenirs, beverages, including alcohol, and conveniences. The friendly Canadian Owners and helpful staff are kind, resourceful and a joy to vacation with. Reserve direct via email is optimum.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Private pool
Coffee shop
Beach
Diving
Babysitting
Children's television networks
Secured parking
Wifi
Saltwater pool
Snorkelling
Water sport equipment rentals
Bowling offsite
Fishing
Patio
Walking tours
Board games / puzzles
BBQ facilities
Baggage storage
Convenience store
Gift shop
Non-smoking hotel
Outdoor furniture
Picnic area
Sun deck
Sun loungers / beach chairs
Sun terrace
First aid kit
24-hour check-in
Express check-in / check-out
Private check-in / check-out
Clothes dryer
Self-serve laundry
Washing machine
Room features
Air conditioning
Private beach
Desk
Dining area
Coffee / tea maker
Kitchenette
Cable / satellite TV
Bath / shower
Private balcony
Safe
Sofa
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Kitchenware
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Ocean view
Pool view
Non-smoking rooms
Suites
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English, French, Spanish, Italian

Location

326 Barrio Bajuras, Isabela 00662 Puerto Rico
Getting there
Somewhat walkable
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Christina F wrote a review Apr 2022
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My boyfriend and I stayed in the Front Shack at Villa Tropical, and it was nothing short of amazing. I really wasn’t sure what to expect upon booking, and was quite nervous, but I was pleasantly surprised with basically everything. I wasn’t able to meet Jennifer or Trevor, but we did have the pleasure of meeting Joycelyn and she was so lovely! We had a good time chatting with her about the culture, and she ever so kindly explained some of the language to us.

Our apartment was that of a studio; when you first walk in there is a fridge and stove to your left and a kitchenette to your right. It is fully stocked with silverware and dishes (including cooking utensils, wine glasses, and tupperware). There is a fully functioning grill on the front deck, we used it one afternoon. Moving further into the apartment you have a couch and swivel TV, then a full sized bed. A large closet comes next followed by the bathroom. It is small but it is clean and the hot water in the shower works well along with good water pressure.

I didn’t realize Villa Tropical was developed beyond this AirBnb ad. So, I would advise you to take time to look at their website, as there is a lot of helpful information I wish I would’ve known….
For example: I believe you can utilize the laundry machines- this I did not realize and feel really bad for leaving dirty linens. I also read on their website that they will stock your fridge for a fee; I think this really would’ve helped us, as we arrived on Easter day and everything was closed. Snorkel equipment can be rented for $10 total for your whole stay. Also, we drove to walmart and spent literally half our day there; save yourself the headache and go to the Econo that’s like 5 minutes away from the Villa. We never made it to Ola Lola’s.. They were always closed when we wanted to go, but we did go to the Eclipse, and I would recommend it just for its ambiance and how close it is to the Villa. There is a gift shop attached to the Villa stocked with liquor, sunscreen, gifts, tshirts, ect.

I really jam packed a bunch into our trip, and if I could do it over again I would plan more time to just hang out at the Villa. The beach is literally your backyard - you step out onto the huge deck and have the most gorgeous view, then you go down the steps and you’re touching sand. If you walk the beach to the left (Towards Eclipse), it literally goes untouched for miles and most of the time you only run into one or two people. Right out front the Villa, there is a good assortment of fish to see when snorkeling. Our neighbors saw a sea turtle.
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Date of stay: April 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
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M B wrote a review Apr 2024
Montclair, New Jersey
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Wow. Our family of four stayed across the street in the Casa Soledad apartment (more like a villa). With a beautiful private pool and well appointed living quarters we were impressed. A 3-4 minute walk to the beach, were we snorkeled along the coral reefs. Full kitchen and 2 nice sized bedrooms allowed all the privacy needed. With our own private pool and grounds we didn’t miss the beach front views at the main hotel at all. The privacy was wonderful. Fins, mask and snorkel are available for $10-15 (2024) a person for your entire stay. We will be back with any luck! Thanks Villa Tropical, for a wonderful vacation!
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Try to get out on the reef at low tide. High tide has a pretty strong current. (April)
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Janespake wrote a review Dec 2021
Merritt Island, Florida, United States
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We stayed for a week at villa tropical while we attended a nearby wedding. The apartment was absolutely perfect! We stayed in M4 quinones I think. It was large with a complete and well stocked kitchen. The private balcony over looks the beach and that gorgeous Caribbean blue ocean. It was quiet and very tastefully decorated. Extremely clean. The office staff were friendly and helpful - we rented snorkel gear at the office for $10.00 day.
Villa tropical is well located near the main road which takes you to airport and Also the coastal road. You can walk the deserted beach for miles in either direction. It’s safe and beautiful- we had no problems or complaints whatsoever. It’s tucked in to a very nice beach neighborhood. We would stay again for certain- it was like having our own second home on the beach!
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Date of stay: December 2021
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Meredith wrote a review Nov 2021
Wichita, Kansas
5.0 of 5 bubbles
If you are on the west side of Puerto Rico, and you are seeking for apartment style living, with a beachside view at a great price…this place is for you! We had a great upstairs apartment, with a balcony overlooking the ocean. We loved listening to the sound of the ocean at night, getting up early in the morning to sit outside, and watching the surfers. Well worth it! Traveling across the island via car, can be a bit daunting! So recommend, if able, get a flight into Aquadilla instead. Jet Blue flys into there. If you do plan to drive across the island, expect a 2.5 hour or so drive. We arrived at night! I would recommend, if you are arriving at night, get a room in San Juan, and drive it during the day. Not far, is the restaurant Eclipse. You can walk down the beach, or make the four minute drive. They do like reservations there, but food is excellent! The app Eclipse uses for bookings is Open Table. There is also, Ola Lolas Garden Bar. They have fabulous peanut butter burgers! Make sure to either have cash or Venmo on your phone if headed to the Garden Bar. There are other places great to eat, but those were the two immediately available restaurants.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Sue K wrote a review Mar 2024
Wisconsin
5.0 of 5 bubbles
We were fortunate to visit Villa Tropical for 4 weeks and during that time stayed in 3 different apartments to get an overall feel of the resort. Each apartment was totally clean and included everything we needed to feel comfortable. We ate in most days so the well stocked kitchens and gas grills were wonderful. Local food stores and several great restaurants were also near by. The beautiful beach was right there and never busy. You could walk miles in either direction and just absorb the sounds of nature. The owners of Villa Tropical as well as the wonderful people who worked with them were always available, helpful and friendly. Special thanks toTrevor, Joselyn, Joel and the hard working cleaning ladies. We can't say enough about our experience and are excited to return again.
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Date of stay: February 2024
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesLocation
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Chamiele wrote a review Mar 2021
Nashville, Tennessee
5.0 of 5 bubbles
What an incredible location! From the moment we checked in we felt at home. Trevor and Jocelyn were so helpful with everything from equipment rentals to advice on where to eat, hike, and snorkel. The unit itself was extremely comfortable with plenty of space both inside and on the incredible deck. The bedrooms had AC units, but we barely needed to use them because the ceiling fans made everything so comfortable. Beds and linens were superb, and the hot water in the shower was plentiful. We'll definitely be back, hopefully for a longer stay after Covid is over.
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Date of stay: February 2021
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: TR has fabulous views and a massive covered deck that's shared with the unit next door
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Liz S wrote a review Jan 2020
San Diego, California
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My family spent Christmas week in Isabela, PR. We stayed in 2 2 bedroom units in the main building and we also had a unit in the Q building. The accomendations were wonderful. Nothing like being steps away from the beach. We started everyday with breakfast on the deck and finished every night with fireworks on the beach. The kitchens had what I needed to make Christmas Eve dinner and Christmas dinner. Trevor and the staff are great to work with. This was are third trip to Villa Tropical. Will be back again!
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Date of stay: December 2019
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Response from Trevor Y, Owner at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach
Responded Jan 16, 2020
Thanks for the awesome feedback!! Great to hear and we look forward to hosting you all again soon
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tconn123 wrote a review May 2020
Prior Lake
5.0 of 5 bubbles
This review is a bit late but here goes. Once again I was welcomed back to Villa Tropical by Trevor and Jennifer to their wonderful place in paradise...this year I was there for a little over 3 weeks.from January 15th 2020 until February 7th 2020 . This hotel has an apartment like set up. This year i spent 2 nights is a one bedroom beautiful apartment with lots of privacy . I was traveling alone this year and after 2 nights of privacy I asked to be moved to a different apartment on Shacks beach . This was apartment TR. In this building there is a shared large deck and was much more fun for me.. At this apartment I saw over 7 Hump Back wales from the deck. This is a great building to watch surfers and kite surfers flying high in the are. These kite surfers are ultra friendly . If you stay at Villa Tropical don't be shy to strike up a conversation with them. The beach has a very well protected area for families with young children. I have visited Puerto Rico for 7 years now. It would have been 8 years but I didn't stay right after Katrina hit the island. After my many visits to PR I was so happy to discover Villa Tropical...Don't waste your time of money searching for a better vacation rental it won't be found. Jennifer and Trevor will make you feel right at home. The maids and handy man are ready to serve you as if you where a guest in their home.
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Date of stay: January 2020
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
5.0 of 5 bubblesSleep Quality
Room Tip: Check with Trevor and tell him your needs. They have over 20 apartments various From honeymooners...
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Response from Trevor Y, Owner at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach
Responded May 4, 2020
Thanks so very much for your kind word. Look forward to seeing you again this winter.
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Heather Green wrote a review May 2022
Dallas, Texas
5.0 of 5 bubbles
My husband and I lodged at Villa Tropical's unit M4 over a long weekend in May. The quiet surroundings were utter perfection. M4 has 180-degree waterfront views, roomy patio space, and everything you need for a tropical getaway. The staff is friendly and attentive but not intrusive. Our unit was clean and fully prepared for our arrival. With the exception of the front room air conditioner not fully working (a part was on order during our stay - supply chain!), we could not have been more satisfied!
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Date of stay: May 2022
5.0 of 5 bubblesValue
5.0 of 5 bubblesCleanliness
5.0 of 5 bubblesService
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Amy N wrote a review Jun 2022
NC
5.0 of 5 bubbles
excellent OFront accomodations; reasonable price. clean. no bugs!! convenient gift shop at Villa Tropical for a variety of souvenirs and necessities. snorkeling is great if conditions are right. beautiful quiet neighborhood. I adore the owners and staff at VT. very kind and helpful. I have been coming back here for 8 years. I bring friends and family.

Day trips include gozalandia Falls, rincon beaches or Artwalk, Tres Palmas marine preserve, hiking around Las Ruinas, walking down the beach, Jobo beach, the tunnel and “face” in Isabela; many good restaurants and food trucks nearby. plus grocery shopping and cooking in su casa.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: snorkeling best in am. dont walk on the reef!! remove all your trash please.
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Mary ellen P asked a question Mar 2022
Center Moriches, New York330 contributions
Are there showers in the rooms( saw tub) or only an outside shower?
Answer from Janespake
Merritt Island, Florida, United States122 contributions42 helpful votes
Yes Mary Ellen - full bathroom with tub and shower.
KikiPaoli asked a question Mar 2021
Puerto Rico8 contributions1 helpful vote
Looking for availability for a couple for April 2 to April 4 Contact: 7874121575 E. Paoli
Answer from JTinPR
Isabela, Puerto Rico92 contributions2 helpful votes
Greetings E. Paoli - hope you contacted direct. Hotel phone/email and website optimum communications for reservations. Social media great for information but we do not make reservations via Q&A in TripAdvisor. Connect with us more personally in facebook/instagram even google. Hope to see you on the beach again soon.
Answer from JTinPR
Isabela, Puerto Rico92 contributions2 helpful votes
No - TripAdvisor has changed the number against our explicit request to return it to the real number which is 787-872-7172. This has happened before . I understand it’s for tracking for them but it’s false advertising too and we pay for a business listing and the information that is to be presented is 787-872-7172. Same number for almost 30 years!
Gustavo Jose C asked a question Aug 2017
Caguas, Puerto Rico1 contribution2 helpful votes
costo para Estadia del 18 agosto al 20 agosto Villa con 2 cuartos
Answer from Trevor Y
Isabela9 contributions6 helpful votes
We do have availability but we need to know the amount of people in your group Please contact us at 787-872-7172
TJ W wrote a tip Jan 2025
Ottawa, Canada35 contributions1 helpful vote
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"There is a coin operated washer & dryer available.Parking, Gift Shop on site.It’s a short drive to Grocery stores & many restaurants near by"
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M B wrote a tip Apr 2024
Montclair, New Jersey11 contributions2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Try to get out on the reef at low tide. High tide has a pretty strong current. (April)"
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Sunshine56123916309 wrote a tip Jul 2023
1 contribution2 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Check tidal wave for snorkeling.best view is in low ."
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Amy N wrote a tip Jun 2022
NC40 contributions8 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"snorkeling best in am. dont walk on the reef!! remove all your trash please."
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Alex S wrote a tip Aug 2021
White Plains, New York25 contributions9 helpful votes
5.0 of 5 bubbles
"Use Dario for local cab rides, ask Jocelyn. He's the best!"
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Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach
Which popular attractions are close to Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Nearby attractions include Survival Beach (3.7 km), Jobos Beach (2.7 km), and The Old Aguadilla Lighthouse Ruins (5.3 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free parking, and babysitting.
Which room amenities are available at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
What food & drink options are available at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Is parking available at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Yes, free parking and secured parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Conveniently located restaurants include Mona, Levain Artisan Breads, and Desecheo.
Are there opportunities to exercise at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Yes, guests have access to a private pool during their stay.
Are any cleaning services offered at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
Yes, self serve laundry and a clothes dryer are offered to guests.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and Italian.
Does Villa Tropical Oceanfront Apartments on Shacks Beach have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
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