The beach is named after Condado, itself a constituting subbarrio (sector) of Santurce, found directly to the east of the Islet of San Juan.

The beach itself extends from La Ventana al Mar Park on Ashford Avenue in the west to Punta Piedrita in the east.

[2] It is considered an unpredictable beach with strong undercurrents, making it dangerous for swimmers who venture into deep water.

Ashford Avenue, often referred to as the Puerto Rican “Fifth Avenue”,[4] hosts world-renowned brands such as Cartier, Louis Vuitton, Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo, and Puerto Rican brands and high-end boutiques such as Nono Maldonado, Lisa Thon, Harry Robles and Ecliptica.

The part of the beach found at the end of Vendig Street is considered a popular gay neighborhood of El Condado.