The Gallery InnvsCervantes Hotel
Both The Gallery Inn and Cervantes are highly recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Cervantes ranks significantly better than The Gallery Inn. Cervantes ranks #12 in San Juan with praise from 7 sources such as Star Service, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
The Gallery Inn
204 - 206 Norzagaray St, Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
From $98/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Pool
- Multilingual
Concierge
"This is not a place for introverts: You'll undoubtedly get drawn into late-afternoon wine-and-cheese gatherings on the sunny terrace or a concert in the music room."
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Ask for a room with a view, as this is Old San Juan's only lodging facing the Atlantic Ocean.
Fodor's
"Nothing like this rambling, eclectic inn exists anywhere else in San Juan—or Puerto Rico, for that matter." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"Owned by the same couple for decades, the historic Gallery Inn is run like an informal B&B." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The quirkiest hotel in town is also among the most endearing, thanks to eccentric live-in owners Jan D Esposo and Hernan "Manuco" Gandia."
Afar Magazine
"Old San Juan is known for its atmospheric and historic hotels, but none quite match the Gallery Inn for personality and creativity." Full review
Frommer's
"This centuries-old mansion looms over city, and boasts spectacular views from its rooftop wine deck...guests are free to ramble through the 50-plus room inn, which spirals up seven levels." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Perched romantically between two forts, this 27-room hotel will make you feel as if you’ve wandered into the home of a retired, and very successful, pirate" Full review
Cervantes Hotel
Recinto Sur #329, Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Concierge
- Multilingual
- Meeting Rooms
Concierge
"Puerto Rico's best-known fashion designer, Nono Maldonado, has turned his exacting attention to this 12-suite boutique hotel in the heart of Old San Juan."
Frommer's
"This 12-unit boutique hotel seamlessly blends the colonial charm of its 16th-century quarters with ultramodern interiors by local designer Nono Maldonado." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Twelve rooms on six floors, intimate decor and a stunning level of all-round opulence, the Cervantes is about as luxurious as Puerto Rico gets." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"The quietly sophisticated, modern interiors in this tiny gem of a hotel (there are just 18 rooms and suites) are the work of famed native designer Nono Maldonado." Full review
Star Service
"Small, and about as sweet as they come in Old San Juan, this boutique-hotel ressembles a diminutive version of Hotel El Convento with a designer's touch." Full review
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Choose a room facing the back street for a quieter experience.
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The intimate 12-room Cervantes is a contemporary upper-mid-range boutique set along one of Old San Juan's most popular boulevards, walking distance to many cafes, restaurants, and historic sights." Full review
Fodor's
"Bursts of color from red pillows or gold upholstery on the banquettes add considerable warmth to the sexy, sophisticated modern decor." Full review