Yuquiyú Treehouses — Hotel in Río Grande

This place was amazing! No matter where you looked, there was beautiful rainforest, flowers, trees, and lush foliage! We happened to stay there when the owners were there and they were so kind and friendly. They made us feel like family!||We stayed at El Mirador mostly because the bathroom was on the same level as the tree house that we slept in, making it easy to navigate in the middle of the night.||El Mirador is also the closest one to the parking lot, so bringing your bags up and down is fairly easy. If you are staying at another tree house, you cannot roll a suitcase and need to be able to carry your luggage down the switchback paths.||About 130 feet down from El Mirador is a lovely river where we sat and enjoyed some peace and quiet while soaking our feet! There is a fairly well maintained switchback path that can get you down there in just a few minutes. Walking up may take a little longer. :)||We ended up having two dinners there. We had only booked one, but after the first dinner we had to get one more. You need to make reservations at least two days in advance, but it is well worth it! Luis is the chef and his culinary skills rival Michelin Star restaurants! The restaurant is vegetarian, but if you eat meat, you will not miss it!||Your tree house has a refrigerator and freezer that come equipped with yogurt and milk. Fresh fruit, granola, cashews, and other snacks are provided for breakfast. One night after dinner, my husband and I cut up a pineapple and enjoyed it for a few days. There's excellent coffee and a French press in the room, plus a propane stove to heat up water. They also provide tea bags if that is your thing. If you need to replenish any breakfast food or milk, just ask at reception.||I loved this place and when we return to Puerto Rico, I will definitely stay here again!!||Some helpful tips:||- Bring a hair dryer if you want one|- At night, the forest noises are very loud. While this did not bother me, my husband recommends bringing earplugs if you are a light sleeper (the coqui frog whistles a pretty tune at night)|- The bathrooms are separate from the sleeping quarters, so you will have to go outside to get to them. If it is raining, you may need a umbrella or a raincoat. At El Mirador, it is only about five or six steps down the deck to the bathroom.|- While we left the doors and windows open during the day, at night we shut them to keep out any bugs. But the fans that are provided give ample enough airflow that we were comfortable sleeping, even without air conditioning. There is also mosquito netting that you can pull around the bed if you would like to leave the doors or windows open.|- There is not daily housekeeping, but we did not miss it.|- Get dinner reservations for the first night, it makes it easier to have a place to eat right there after a day...

One word - amazing. I found this place randomly while reading a blog and knew we wanted to spend some our time in PR in the mountains. This was perfect. It caters to a specific population - if you are looking for a no frills, quiet, scenic getaway in the mountains then this is it. They do not have room service and will provide dinner at an additional cost of $45 (food is all vegetarian). No breakfast or lunch. There is a basket of fruits in the room to make a smoothie if you’d like. Our room was about $300-325.

They have three treehouses and typically have a two night minimum. We got lucky and they accommodated us for a single night. You need your own car to get up here. We initially booked the mirador which is the treehouse that is easiest to get to. If you have trouble with walking or have suitcases - go with the mirador. Due to a last minute change on the management’s end up we ended up in the La cascada, which is the furthest away. You walk down a gravel path (which also requires going over some rocks). Although La cascada is reportedly the most popular treehouse because of the view of the forest and the river down below, it is the hardest to get to (esp with luggage). Yuquiyu is not a hotel - think of it more like glamping, so you would be expected to get your luggage up and down the trail.

There is a cute restaurant/seating area and a reasonably sized pool with a great view. My favorite bit was lying in our treehouse at night with the shutters open and taking it in all amazing sounds of the night forest.

The rooms are simple but well furnished. They provide a smoothie maker, kettle, french press, refrigerator and stove. No AC, but fans are provided, which worked for us. Mosquito nets are attached to each bed.

There is a supply of coffee, tea bags, granola and honey. In the fridge there was coconut water and non dairy milk. The bathroom was gorgeous! You can open up the windows to look out at the forest while showering. Our bathroom was at the bottom of the treehouse so you do have to climb down the stairs to access it, which I thought was pretty neat.

Ernest (owner) and Joel (manager) were fantastic and a pleasure to chat with. We would definitely recommend Yuquiyú and look forward to coming back...

A Magical Getaway in the Puerto Rican Rainforest. Nestled amidst the lush greenery of the El Yunque National Forest in Puerto Rico, Yuquiyú Treehouses offers a truly unique and unforgettable experience. Waking up to the sounds of birdsong and the dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves, feeling the gentle sway of your treetop abode, and breathing in the fresh, invigorating rainforest air. Our recent stay at Yuquiyú was nothing short of magical. Here are some of the highlights that made it our favorite accommodation to date: Enchanting Treehouses: Each treehouse is a work of art, handcrafted from local wood and designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding rainforest. We stayed at La Cara De Indio, which featured a spacious living area, a cozy loft bedroom, and a stunning open-air bathroom with a rain shower overlooking the rainforest. The balcony, complete with a table and chairs, was the perfect spot to relax and soak in the breathtaking views. From the moment we arrived, we were surrounded by the sights, sounds, and smells of the lush ecosystem. Sustainable Practices: Yuquiyú is committed to sustainability, with practices like rainwater harvesting, organic farming, and composting. They even offer delicious vegan meals prepared with fresh ingredients by Chef Luis who is proud of what he caters. Staying here felt like contributing to a positive impact on the environment while enjoying the beauty of nature.

Overall, our stay at Yuquiyú Treehouses was an unforgettable experience. It's the perfect place to reconnect with nature, unwind from the daily grind, and create memories that will last a lifetime. We highly recommend Yuquiyú Treehouses to anyone seeking an unforgettable and immersive experience in the heart of the Puerto...