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Culebra

Located 17 miles east of Puerto Rico, 12 miles west of St. Thomas and 9 miles north of Vieques, Culebra is the perfect location for boating around the Caribbean. Also known as Isla Chiquita, Culebra has no rivers or streams, getting their water from Puerto Rico and Vieques. With only 3,000 residents, the island is an unspoiled and quiet haven for those who simply just want to chill.

View of Flamenco Beach in Culebra
Mamacita's Caribbean Bar in Culebra
Places to Sleep
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  • Posada La Hamaca: This colorful, 12-room guesthouse is located in the heart of Dewey, Culebra's only town, three minutes away from the ferry and 10 minutes away from Flamenco Beach in car. Starting at $79 online or $80.74 over the phone



68 Calle Castelar

Email: info@posada.com

Tel: 787-742-3516

Website

 

  • ​Casa Ensenada Waterfront Guesthouse: Chill in front of their waterfront patio with a piña colada or kayak for free. Either way, this unique accommodation right next to the water will feel like home!​ Rates range from $100 to $175​

 

142 Calle Escudero
Tel: 787-241-4441
Website

 

  • ​Mamacita's Guesthouse: A relaxing guesthouse made up of spacious suites for extra comfort. Mamacita's gourmet restaurant makes some of the best fish on the island. Rates available upon request.​

 

Tel: 787-742-0090​

Email: info@mamacitasguesthouse.com

Website

 

Things to do
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  • Yoga on the Beach: Hear the sound of the waves, rustling of the palm trees and birds chirping while breathing deeply into a downward facing dog. Earth to Soul Yoga offers amazing classes.

 

  • Flamenco Beach: The most popular beach on the island, a must-visit!

 

Culebra's other beaches

- Culebrita: largest cay east of Culebra

- Malena: a quiet beach, part of the Nature Reserve

- Melones: well known for snorkeling

- Mosquito:  also a quiet beach with a beautiful reef to snorkle

- Punta Soldado: views of Vieques and Puerto Rico

- Zoni: a quiet beach with great views of St. Thomas

 

  • Volunteer to help sea turtles: The Department of Natural Resources gathers volunteers to assist in identifying and helping turtles lay their eggs. The main time is from April to early June.​

 

  • Museum of History: This little museum will surprise you with its old movies and documentaries on the island's history. Off Carr. 250 toward Playa Brava

Nightlife
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  • Mamacita's Caribbean Bar​Every Friday night listen to Culebra's local DJ and every Saturday dance to the beating congas of WIKI Sound Machine at one of Culebra's pumpin' bars.

 

  • Drinks at The Bar at Club Seabourne: Grab a mojito, frozen drink, glass of champagne or wine and hang out on the poolside gazebo while watching the sunset. Thurs-Sun, 4:30-10:30pm, Fulladoza Bay



Club Seabourne is also the only venue on the island that has a wine cellar where you can enjoy a private wine tasting experience. Ideal for private events and corporate meetings.

 

  • Heather's Pizzeria: Popular among the locals for making the best pizza on the island along with its salads, pastas and sandwiches. 14 Calle Marques, open till 11pm​​

 

  • Susie's Restaurant: A chef for 16 years, Susie cooks up a craftly meal every time! Come here for awesome seafood with exploding flavors. 2 Sardinas

NOTE: Shipwreck Bar & Grill is no longer open.

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