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The Royal Sonesta San JuanvsFairmont El San Juan Hotel
Both properties are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton is the choice of most professionals compared to InterContinental San Juan. El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton comes in at 90 with praise from 8 publications such as Oyster, DK Eyewitness and Fodor's.
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
Gayot
Lonely Planet
Condé Nast Traveler
Fodor's
Frommer's
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, Puerto Rico, 00979, United States of America
From $168/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Concierge
Gayot "Just three miles from the international airport, InterContinental San Juan Resort & Casino's location makes it easy to switch from on-the-clock to on-the-town."
Lonely Planet "The InterContinental is... opulent with all of the usual gadgets and marketing ploys you’d expect in a well-appointed four-star place." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "Reopening February 2020.
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Fodor's "Although it's somewhat dowdy on the outside, the Royal Sonesta's remodeled guest rooms are spacious and contemporary, done in soothing shades of white, cream, and brown." Full review
Frommer's "This hotel's best features are its wonderful pool and the surrounding pool area (with waterfalls and swim-up bars), its pristine beach and oceanside dining, which rambles across a beachfront boardwalk" Full review
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
Concierge
Oyster
DK Eyewitness Gayot Condé Nast Traveler Fodor's Frommer's Lonely Planet
6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Isla Verde, Carolina 00979, Puerto Rico
From $200/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "The El San Juan Hotel was designed to remind wealthy travelers of the pleasure palaces of Havana, and it's still turning heads."
OysterLuxury
"The vibe at the 382-room El San Juan Hotel & Casino is that of a fun, self-contained, relaxed party." Full review
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Just make sure you're happy staying put: There's not much to do nearby, and Old San Juan is at least a $20 cab ride away.
DK Eyewitness "Considered San Juan's signature beachfront hotel, the facilities at this elegant high-rise include three swimming pools, a casino, a bar, a spa, and nine restaurants."
Gayot "Situated on fifteen acres in the upscale Isla Verde district of San Juan, this pretty resort offers plenty for those seeking activity from dawn throughout the day and into the midnight hour."
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"A perfect marriage of quality and convenience." Full review
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Fodor's "Much of the classical appeal remains at this don't-miss destination in Isla Verde: the intricately hand-carved mahogany walls and ceiling in the lobby date back to 1955." Full review
Frommer's "Despite formidable competition by the Ritz-Carlton for elite and sophisticated travelers, this posh resort still has the power to dazzle." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The lobby of El San Juan is a theatrical backdrop for the veritable fashion parade of folks prancing in for the legendary nightly entertainment." Full review
