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Dorado Beach A Ritz-Carlton ReservevsThe Gallery Inn
The Gallery Inn and Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve are both endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve scores marginally higher than The Gallery Inn. Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve scores 81 with recommendations from 4 publications such as Gayot, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
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."
The Gallery Inn
Concierge Fodor's
Oyster
DK Eyewitness
Afar Magazine
Frommer's Lonely Planet
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
OysterMid-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
