Boqueron Hotels

It is in this veritable barrio of less than 5,000 people in the town of Cabo Rojo that Puerto Rico feels most like a Caribbean island in the same ‘hood as Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda. All the bellwether signs are here: a local economy still reliant on the catch of the day, a handful of chill resorts with informal charm, and clapboard beach shacks that double as gourmet restaurants. Indeed, the best compliment you can pay Boqueron is that it feels different from the rest of Puerto Rico.

The seclusion of Boqueron and magnificent Boqueron Bay is a bit of a sham, however, and happily so. The fact is that for all of the resort commune’s allure and nascent growth potential, a cluster of phenomenal points of interest reside on the doorstep. The San German-Cabo Rojo area, for one, teems with remarkable architectural landmarks that harken back to the initial colonial settlement of the island. Additionally, parks like Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge and Refugio de Boqueron protect precious wildlife and plant diversity.

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Boqueron History

• Fortin de San Gerónimo de Boquerón - This early 17th-century fort features a four-cannon defensive battery.
• Los Morillos Lighthouse - This active lighthouse is a trip to the past and offers some of the best views of the area.
• Punta Higuero Lighthouse - Just a short trip from Boqueron, this lighthouse was built in the late 1800s.
• Barrio Pedernales – Many caves in this area are said to contain ancient treasures left behind by the pirates of the Caribbean.
• Faro de Los Morillos - This lighthouse was first built in 1882 and still houses the original cast-iron lantern.

Boqueron Art & Culture

• Lajas - This small town is known for its many art galleries and restaurants.
• Cofresi Cave - This cave features many paintings and ancient cave drawings.
• Museo de Arte de Ponce - This museum has one of the finest fine art collections in the Caribbean.
• Refugio de Boqueron - This area of mangrove wetlands is the centre of bird-watching culture in Boqueron.
• Museo de la Música Puertorriqueña - This museum tells the history and importance of music to the Puerto Rican culture.

Boqueron Shopping

• Centro de Bicicletas Albino - This is the best shop to buy sporting goods or bicycling equipment.
• Irizarry Moatalvo - A great place to stock up on local meats and seafood.
• Victor Tristani - This store has a little bit of everything.
• Herramientas Y Equipos - This specialty store sells flowers, plants and gardening supplies.
• Farmicia El Combate - If you get sick while in Boqueron, this is a good place to stock up on medical supplies.

Gay & Lesbian Boqueron

• Boqueron Bay Guesthouse - This gay-friendly guesthouse features great views of the sea.
• Parada Gay Boqueron - This annual gay pride parade is held in June.
• Cofresi Beach Hotel - Just a short walk from the town center, this gay-friendly hotel caters to all types of customers.
• JD’s Bar - The sound system at this gay-friendly bar makes for a lively dance floor.
• Wildflowers - This Victorian house turned hotel offers romantic and cosy rooms for couples.

Boquerón, Puerto Rico

Boquerón is a beach village found in the town of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. A main tourist attraction in the southwest portion of the island, Boquerón beach is a wonderful place to sink your toes in the sand and lie in the sun. With attractions such as the HYPERLINK "http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cabo_Rojo_National_Wildlife_Refuge" \o "Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge" Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge, beaches and state forests, Boquerón is a Puerto Rican holiday nestled in paradise.

Boquerón Attractions

• Joyuda Lagoon
• Boquerón State Forest
• Luquillo Beach

Boquerón Activities

• Spend the day at Boquerón Beach
• Stroll through the Market Plaza
• See the Cofresí Cave

Boquerón Climate

Located in the tropics, Boquerón has an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). The temperatures do not generally fluctuate with the seasons, although the north and central interior mountains are cooler than the rest of the island. Rain is consistent throughout the year, and hurricane season runs from June through November.

Getting There & Around

Boquerón can be reached with flights to San Juan Airport. From San Juan, visitors catch a flight to Eugenio Maria de Hostos Airport, which is 11 miles (18 km) from Cabo Rojo.

Getting around the area is done with hired vehicles, buses and taxis. Most visitors can walk or cycle to reach many of the beaches, sites and attractions. There are also hired vans that take visitors to various locations on the island.

Boqueron Events

Pescao Festival centres on local fish and seafood and takes place in Cabo Rojo on April 1.

Años Cuarenta Festival is a foremost heritage festival in Cabo Rojo in April.

Two more traditional events, the Chigüero and Betances Festivals, also take place in April.

Oyster Festival lures lovers of bivalves out of their shells in May.

Cabo Rojo’s July Watermelon Festival is a nice break from the daily rind.

Retorno a la Arena is a raucous music festival in July.

Le Lo Lai Festival is a colourful spectacle of island music and dance in Cabo Rojo in December.

When To Go

Puerto Rico has a tropical monsoon climate and average temperatures in the vicinity of 80°F (27°C). In summer it is not unusual to have temperatures exceed the 90°F (32°C) mark, most notably when winds move in from the south.

In December and January, temperatures drop to average lows of 71°F (22°C). Even with the incessant menace of the Atlantic tropical cyclone season, rainfall is relatively even on the island from month to month, with 50 in (1,300 mm) per year on average. Overall, however, January to March is the de facto dry season.

While the winter months represent the apogee of tourism in Puerto Rico, the long hurricane interval from July to November offers ample gaps between storms for affordable holiday fun.

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