Parador Palmas De Lucia

Parador Palmas De Lucia is part of the Tropical Inn chain of
hotels, a collection of four budget-friendly paradores, or small inns. With its dark color scheme and old-fashioned wooden
furniture, the lobby of Parador Palmas de Lucia offers an accurate preview of
what guests can expect throughout facilities and rooms. While the
hotel may not be modern in terms of decor, its eco-friendly policies are more
forward-thinking. Along with the other Tropical Inns, Parador Palmas De Lucia
has been awarded a Green Suites Green Hotel certification. Guest rooms use
compact and low-energy fluorescent lighting and the tissues and toilet paper here are made from at least 40% post-consumer waste.The hotel mainly attracts families, including many travelers from Puerto Rico, as well as couples. It offers a few different all-inclusive
packages with meals. These practical packages, along with the hotel’s modest
on-site amenities, appeal to guests who prioritize budget over style. Its
out-of-the-way location provides a quiet base for those with their own
transportation; however, guests relying on walking or public transportation are
better off choosing a hotel in a more central location.  

The hotel is in a somewhat isolated location, a 10-minute drive from the town of Yabucoa. The hotel backs onto a narrow stretch of Lucia Beach, which is pretty -- palm trees crest over the water -- but the sand can collect debris at times. There's little within walking distance apart from the beach, and with
no dining options accessible on foot aside from the hotel’s own restaurant,
guests without their own car are likely to feel isolated. El Yunque National Park can be reached in just under 30
minutes by car, while Fajardo and the ferries to Vieques will take about 45 minutes to reach by road. Old San Juan and Luis Munoz Marin International Airport are a one-hour drive away.

There's plenty of space in the hotel rooms at at
Parador Palmas de Lucia, but on the whole they could use an update. Decor is characterized by dated floral bedspreads and
matching curtains, plus sea green or wooden headboards. Rooms have off-white walls hung with pastel prints as well as terra cotta tile floors and simple furniture that's showing wear and tear. All rooms have
flat-screen TVs and small dining tables in addition to mini-fridges,
microwaves, and coffeemakers. Closets and plain dressers or armoires provide good storage space. Rooms also have balconies with plastic patio
furniture overlooking the garden and pool area. The tiny bathrooms are equally dated, with walk-in showers and older fixtures. Small baskets are
stocked with toiletries.

The hotel’s medium-size outdoor pool has a single fountain
feature on one wall and is surrounded by a concrete deck with lounge chairs shaded by palm trees. There are also a few hammocks hung
between the trees. The grassy lawn bordering the pool includes basketball and
volleyball courts, as well as a children’s playground consisting of several
plastic slides. The hotel sits directly on Lucia Beach, a thin stretch of sand. It's fine for a quick swim, but debris can wash up on shore from time to time.Free breakfast is served in a generic dining room with
wooden chairs and guests can choose between several different menu
items or order larger meals available for additional fees. The restaurant
has a simple, open-air bar area overlooking the pool. Lunch and dinner are also
served here for extra charges. The small fitness center offers a few cardio machines,
weight stations, and an exercise ball. There's also a game room and coin-operated laundry
facilities. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout and free self-parking is offered on-site. Wedding planning services can be arranged.