In the song, America, from the musical West Side Story the lyrics proclaim that Puerto Rico is a ‘lovely island’ where the pineapples are ‘growing’ and the coffee blossoms are ‘blowing’. If you’re keen to find out how much truth there is in that then you might want to stay in the Sheraton Puerto Rico resort whilst you’re on the island.
Should that be the case, you will be able to pop into the Casino Metro, which is part of the hotel and offers an opportunity to get out of the sunshine in favour of somewhere a little more air-conditioned. You can also engage in a wealth of different gaming options, which will be ideal for some.
The Casino
If you want to get a sense of what the casino might have to offer you before you even land in Puerto Rico then consider the fact that it is the largest casino on the island. As a result, you are likely to be able to get involved with whatever games you would expect to find in such a location, which boasts the ability to access it 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Slot Machines
There are some people that will always favour slot machines above all else in a casino, thanks in no small part to the ‘Vegas feel’ that they tend to offer. If that’s the category that you fit into then you will be delighted to learn that there are more than 500 available.
Table Games
For others, the true nature of a casino is being able to play on tables, pretending that you’re cool and sophisticated as you roll the dice for craps or turn over your cards on the blackjack table. With over 21 table games on offer here, you will be hard-pushed to be disappointed in the offering.
If you tend to prefer to avoid people whenever possible, you might want to look towards some of the electronic tables, where you will be able to play the likes of roulette or craps without the need to speak to anyone. If you want, you can head to Caesars Sportsbook and place a wager on the likes of horse racing, football or ice hockey.
The Resort
Truth be told, Puerto Rico has plenty to offer even aside from the casino. It is one of the islands in the Caribbean that people love to visit, if for no other reason than it is an unincorporated island of the United States of America, so you can enjoy many of the comforts that you might expect from a trip to the US mainland. The Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino is regularly ranked amongst the best hotels in the San Juan area, promising a family-friendly location in an urban setting, just a short distance from the island’s new entertainment complex, Distrito T-Mobile. Not that you need to leave the hotel to have a good time, of course.
Facilities & Amenities
There is a Sundeck Rooftop that offers an infinity pool, meaning that you can enjoy amazing views of the local area. There is a children’s pool if you’re there with kids and a whirlpool if you’re not, so you can be sure to enjoy somewhere to sunbathe and swim to your heart’s content.
You can keep yourself fit with a visit to the fitness centre or relax as much as possible thanks to the Zen Spa Retreat. There are yoga classes on offer throughout the week, as well as aqua aerobics classes if that is more your cup of tea. The Ocean Lounge offers an ideal chance to unwind whilst listening to some music, with the likes of lounge and jazz banks playing every Friday and Saturday. There is also the opportunity to learn salsa every day on the Sundeck with no reservation necessary. The restaurants offer everything from Japanese food through to signature tacos and burgers.
Things to Do in the Area
If you do want to explore slightly further afield then the complimentary shuttle bus will serve you perfectly, taking you off to locations such as Escambrón Beach or the historic neighbourhood of Old San Juan. The latter promises 500-year-old forts and the chance to experience some phenomenal Puerto Rican cuisine, with an excellent atmosphere to boot.
The beauty of Puerto Rico is in the island itself, so you might want to speak to the concierge in order to arrange a tour of the beauty that surrounds you. The likes of the El Yunque Rainforest is a must, whilst the bioluminescent bays are a a sight to behold at night. Day trips on a catamaran can be organised, to say nothing of speciality culinary tours that will introduce you to the food of the island. For many, heading to Puerto Rico will be about relaxing and being pampered, which is exactly what the hotel promises everyone who chooses to stay there. It is a resort with plenty on offer, should you choose to leave the casino for a bit.