Bed & Breakfast
A residential-tourist inn recognized for its family atmosphere. It will have between three (3) and six (6) rooms.
Lodging Categories
Official classification of lodging establishments recognized by the Puerto Rico Tourism Company
Explore CategoriesOfficial classification of lodging types
The Puerto Rico Tourism Company establishes official categories that serve as the basis for regulation, incentives and tourism development on the island.
These classifications allow investors, developers and tourism operators to understand the regulatory framework applicable to each type of lodging project.
STANDARD CATEGORIES
Traditional Lodging Modalities
Guest House
Lodging establishment with residential characteristics and personalized services.
Tourism Villas
Independent lodging units oriented towards vacation tourism.
Time Sharing
Defined as the right, real or personal, to use and occupy one or more accommodations periodically during a determined period and other conditions.
This model allows periodic use of accommodations under specific contractual terms, providing flexibility for both owners and users.
MIXED DEVELOPMENTS
Residential/Tourist Project
A mixed-use development project that combines residential uses with lodging activities such as:
Condo – Hotel
Individual hotel operation with individual ownership
Bed & Breakfast
Residential-tourist family atmosphere
Rental Management
Within a tourist master plan
Hospitality and tourism activities must constitute the main component of the development and these elements will be the only ones considered for tourism incentives and/or promotion.
The Residential-Tourist Concept is a type of development and it is not a type of lodging.
SUSTAINABLE TOURISM
Sustainable Tourism Categories
Certified lodging modalities that promote responsible environmental practices
Eco-lodge
Any form of accommodation that meets and operates under the requirements of the Design and Operation Guidelines for Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Facilities and the Green Lodging certification issued by the Sustainable Tourism Division of PRTC.
Agro-lodgings
Lodgings with a minimum of three (3) rooms located on a site where an agricultural activity certified by the Puerto Rico Department of Agriculture is carried out, which provide an agricultural experience in combination with lodging service.
Regulatory Application
Official Classification
Legal basis for the registration and operation of lodging establishments
Incentive Basis
Eligibility for benefits under Law 60 and other tourism promotion programs
Regulatory Compliance
Framework for permits, certifications and operating standards
Who does it apply to?
These categories are essential for different actors in the tourism industry
Investors
- Identify eligible investment opportunities
- Evaluate requirements for tax incentives
- Plan financing structures
Developers
- Define the type of project to develop
- Meet specific regulatory requirements
- Access tourism development programs
Tourism Operators
- Register and classify your establishment
- Obtain applicable certifications
- Maintain compliance with standards
Evaluate your project under the official categories
Our team is available to guide you on the correct classification and the incentives available for your project