Royal Isabela — La Casa & Casitas
Boutique, low-key casitas on the cliffs of the northwest coast — the way to access Royal Isabela’s private golf links.
Royal Isabela — La Casa & Casitas
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Boutique, low-key casitas on the cliffs of the northwest coast — the way to access Royal Isabela’s private golf links.
Best for: Golf purists — this is Golf Digest’s #1 course in Puerto Rico.
Golf at Royal Isabela
Royal Isabela
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18-Hole Cliffside Championship Course — Isabela
More courses within reach
- Punta Borinquen Golf & Country Club — about 11 miles away (Aguadilla, open to public)
- Costa Caribe Golf & Country Club — about 43 miles away (Ponce, open to public)
- TPC Dorado Beach — about 45 miles away (Dorado, resort / stay-and-play)
Resort facts
- Stay-and-play access to Royal Isabela’s cliffside course
- Farm-to-table dining and a clubhouse with croquet bar
- 426-acre oceanfront property with dunes, cliffs and quiet beaches
- About 70 miles from San Juan; Aguadilla airport is ~12 miles away
- Rates & fees: Sample rate about $635 per night (Expedia, late November). Caddie fee extra when playing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Royal Isabela have a golf course?
Yes. Golf is on site: Royal Isabela (18 holes, David Pfaff with Stanley & Charlie Pasarell). Confirm tee times and guest access with the resort before you book.
Can non-guests play the golf at Royal Isabela?
Royal Isabela: Private club — guests of La Casa / casitas only. Policies change, so confirm with the club.
How many rooms does Royal Isabela have?
Royal Isabela is a boutique property classed as 5-star boutique.
How far is Royal Isabela from San Juan airport?
About 65 miles in a straight line from San Juan airport (SJU). Driving time depends on traffic, so allow extra time at rush hour.
How much does a stay at Royal Isabela cost?
Price tier $$$$. Sample rate about $635 per night (Expedia, late November). Caddie fee extra when playing.
Facts on this page come from the resort’s official site, major travel sites and tourism boards, reviewed September 2026. Room counts, rates and access policies change: confirm with the resort before you book. PuertoGolf.com is an independent guide and cannot make reservations.