Where to Stay in San Juan
Find the best neighborhoods and top-rated hotels in San Juan.
Best Places to Stay in San Juan
Editor's Pick Ultra Luxury Reserve
8.5
$$$$
Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
⭐ 8.5 (17 reviews)
📍 Dorado
Private Plunge Pools
Spa Botánico
Beachfront
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Editor's Pick Historic Boutique
8.5
$$$$
Hotel El Convento
⭐ 8.5 (580 reviews)
📍 Old San Juan
Colonial Charm
Rooftop Terrace
Plunge Pool
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Editor's Pick Historic Luxury
8.4
$$$$
Condado Vanderbilt Hotel
⭐ 8.4 (480 reviews)
📍 Condado
Oceanfront Infinity Pool
Fine Dining
Luxury Spa
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Editor's Pick Iconic Luxury
7.4
$$$$
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
⭐ 7.4 (324 reviews)
📍 Isla Verde
Legendary Lobby Bar
Nightclub
4 Signature Pools
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Trendy Luxury
8.9
$$$$
Beachfront Resort
8.9
$$$
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
⭐ 8.9 (1,289 reviews)
📍 Isla Verde
Lagoon Pool
Oceanfront
Multiple Restaurants
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Resort Luxury
8.7
$$$
Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico
⭐ 8.7 (436 reviews)
📍 Rio Grande
Enormous Pool
Golf Course
Rainforest Proximity
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Beachfront Luxury
8.6
$$$
San Juan Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
⭐ 8.6 (206 reviews)
📍 Condado
Stellaris Casino
Large Pool Area
Oceanfront
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Adults Only Boutique
8.2
$$$$
Condado Ocean Club - Adults Only
⭐ 8.2 (145 reviews)
📍 Condado
Oceanfront Infinity Pool
Chic Design
Trendy Vibe
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Design Boutique
8.1
$$$$
O:LV Fifty Five Hotel
⭐ 8.1 (210 reviews)
📍 Condado / Condado Lagoon
Rooftop Infinity Pool
Modern Decor
Adults Only
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Modern Boutique
8.1
$$$
AC Hotel by Marriott San Juan Condado
⭐ 8.1 (713 reviews)
📍 Condado
Rooftop Pool & Bar
European Vibe
Near Beach
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Classic Luxury
7.6
$$$
Caribe Hilton
⭐ 7.6 (572 reviews)
📍 San Geronimo
Private Beach
Hammock Garden
Birthplace of Piña Colada
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More about staying in San Juan
San Juan offers distinct zones that cater to entirely different vacation styles, ranging from romantic historic getaways to massive all-inclusive beach resorts. Taxis and rideshares are readily available to move between the different districts.If you want to be immersed in history and culture, staying in a boutique hotel in Old San Juan is unforgettable. You will be within walking distance of the historic forts, excellent dining, and vibrant plazas, though you will need to travel a bit to reach the swimming beaches.
For the classic Caribbean resort experience, Condado and Isla Verde are the premier choices. Condado offers upscale luxury, casinos, and trendy nightlife, while Isla Verde (located closer to the airport) boasts some of the widest and most pristine stretches of sand in the metropolitan area.
Travelers seeking a more relaxed, bohemian, and local beach vibe should look into the Ocean Park neighborhood. It is highly popular with kite surfers, features laid-back guesthouses, and offers excellent casual dining spots away from the massive resort crowds.
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