Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach ResortvsThe Gallery Inn
The Gallery Inn and Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort are both rated highly by writers. On balance, The Gallery Inn is preferred by most reviewers compared to Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort. The Gallery Inn comes in at #23 in San Juan with praise from 6 reviewers including Afar Magazine, Concierge and Fodor's.
Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort
7012 Boca de Cangrejos Ave, Isla Verde, Carolina 00979, Puerto Rico
From $155/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The 260-room Courtyard by Marriot Isla Verde Beach Resort is about as close as you can be to an airport without being on a runway." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Not 10 minutes from the San Juan airport, the Courtyard by Marriott Isla Verde Beach Resort meets all the requirements for an easy Caribbean getaway." Full review
Fodor's
"This 12-story resort tries to be all things to all people—and succeeds to a great degree." Full review
Lonely Planet
"A melting pot for business travelers bound for the nearby convention center and cruise passengers heading for the piers, it’s a straightforward, upright sort of place with efficient staff." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Great long board/SUP surf break right off the beach, quick access to Old San Juan, and a relaxed vibe make for a family/couple-friendly escape from NYC. " Full review
Frommer's
"A large property close to the airport, Courtyard by Marriot is right on the beach at Pine Grove, a spot favored for beach lovers for its fine white sand and gentle blue water" Full review
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