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Dorado Beach A Ritz-Carlton ReservevsHotel Rumbao, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel ranks slightly higher than Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel is ranked #9 in San Juan with accolades from 8 sources including Star Service, Fodor's and Oyster.
Dorado Beach A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Fodor's
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
Travel + Leisure
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
100 Dorado Beach Drive, Dorado 00646-2000, Puerto Rico
From $1,047/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's "Following a renovation, this resort's big draws include a restaurant from Fodor's Tastemaker Chef Jose Andres and an incredible setting along 3 miles of Puerto Rican coastline."
Gayot "Luxury re-imagined on a historic beachfront estate that once belonged to the Rockefellers."
Forbes Travel Guide 5 Stars
"With a staff of personal embajadores ready to fulfill any request and a secluded stretch of swimmable beaches, it delivers on the brand’s vision of a hyper-luxurious boutique resort." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Just west of San Juan is the sprawling Dorado Beach resort, which sits on 1,400 acres and has two pools, three golf courses, a water park, and a spa and fitness center"
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"There's some wealthy types coming to Dorado, clearly, because the dreamy 1000-sq-ft-average Ocean Reserve rooms, with walk-in wardrobes and private balconies, are the modest accommodation option at this, Puerto Rico's most lavish place to stay" Full review
Lonely Planet "Decked out in expensive marble and embellished with Alhambra-esque lions that line the path to the swimming pool, this is San Juan at its swankiest and is a favorite hangout of visiting celebrities." Full review
Travel + Leisure "You’ll find plenty of water sports, pools, sandy beaches, and activities like bike tours through endangered Pterocarpus wetlands...kids can learn Taíno arts and crafts "
Travel + Leisure "Known for its championship golf courses and the sanctuary-esque Spa Botánico with treehouse treatment rooms, it offers the bespoke luxury experience you'd expect from a Ritz-Carlton Reserve property."
Hotel Rumbao, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
DK Eyewitness
Star Service
Afar Magazine Fodor's Gayot Star Service
Frommer's
100 Brumbaugh Street, Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
From $149/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness "Steps from the cruise dock on the edge of old San Juan, this high-rise hotel has a faux-colonial exterior but is thoroughly modern within."
Star Service "This Old San Juan standby is superbly situated for Carnival cruise-ship passengers, as it faces the docks and is within easy strolling distance of the center of Old San Juan." Full review
Afar Magazine "A bit of a cliche, but sunsets on the water are lovely." Full review
Fodor's "This hotel's triangular shape subtly echoes the cruise ships docked nearby." Full review
Gayot "The Sheraton Old San Juan offers its guests a taste of Old San Juan while providing them with all of the accommodations of the new era... near some of San Juan's most exciting sites."
Star Service "This Old San Juan standby is superbly situated for cruise-ship passengers, as it faces the docks and is within easy strolling distance of the center of Old San Juan." Full review
Frommer's "This may be convenient for cruise-ship passengers wanting to spend a few nights in San Juan before or after a cruise, but don't expect Old City charm." Full review
