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Hotel El Convento

4.0 of 5
100 Cristo St | Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Bombay, India
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16 reviews 16 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW

What a spectacular hotel!! We stayed here for the last 3 days of our trip for exploring old San Juan. We had earlier spent 4 days at the Marriot at Condado for the beach access and to fly to Culebra and back. This hotel is full of character. Its old worldly and done up just beautifully. Once you enter inside... More

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Fort Lee, New Jersey
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

If you are more interested in historic San Juan than the beach hotels, then this is the place for you. Very nice rooms, that are all air conditioned and have insulated doors to keep the noise out. The service is very friendly and helpful. Especially nice for a romantic getaway.

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Highland Park, New Jersey
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11 reviews 11 reviews
8 hotel reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

We stayed here for two nights before attending a wedding on Condado beach. After our two nights, we really wished we could have stayed longer. The service was excellent. Our bed was extremely comfortable, and the room was beautiful. We had a beautiful view of the ocean, as well. However, our other window was right above the 24 hour pool,... More

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Jackson, Mississippi
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27 reviews 27 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

We chose to stay our first night in San Juan at the El Convento before heading east on the island. After a wonderful night we were torn to leave, and ended up wishing we would have evenly split our time at the EC, with our time at the beaches. All of our rooms were more luxurious than we had expected... More

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Hollywood, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

Staying in Old San Juan at Hotel El Convento was a fabulous experience. It is an island of relaxation and peace on the island. Everything was suberb, from the ambience to the furnishings, amenities, and staff. Personnel at the front desk were knowledgeable about the city and eager to help in any way-when we returned from a walk rather hot... More

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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW

If you prefer the city to the beach, this is the perfect place to stay. And if you still want to go tanning at the sea you can hop in a cab and drive to the Marriott which has a deal with the hotel. The reception was very accommodating in helping to make dinner reservations.

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Knoxville, Tennessee
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35 reviews 35 reviews
10 hotel reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

From the moment I walked into the foyer I was in love. What a fantasticl place! The architecture, the art, the location, the bar, the 3rd floor salon, the room, the wine & cheese reception... all fantastic. The hallways open to the courtyard below where the little fountains scattered about echo all around. There's a glass sound proof door between... More

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San Francisco, California
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

We stayed at El Convento for 4 nights. Its a 300 yrs old convent converted into a hotel. The hotel is beautiful and charming. The restaurants are fantastic and wine mixer in the evening is lots of fun. You can't beat the location of this hotel. Its right in the center of old San Juan. We were debating between El... More

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New York City, New York
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25 reviews 25 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

wonderful hotel as soon you step in the hotel you can sense the peace the hotel its beautiful the rooftop pool and hot tub was amazing the hospitality terrace with tea coffe and bottled water it was nice the only negative its the expensive prices on the restaurant but there is many places to outside of the hotel so that... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

This is a beautiful hotel right in the heart of Old San Juan. If you are looking to set your vacation in a romantic slice of Puerto Rican history, stay here! The rooms are great for couples, the staff is extremely friendly and helpful (thank you Annette!), and the restaurants inside are all excellent. You can practically feel the history... More

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Also Known As:
El Convento San Juan
Address: 100 Cristo St | Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
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Region: Caribbean > Puerto Rico > San Juan
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Business Centre Fitness Centre Free High-Speed Internet Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#1 Business Hotels in San Juan
#1 Romantic Hotels in San Juan
#1 Luxury Hotels in San Juan
#2 Family Hotels in San Juan
Price range (per night): $209 - $400
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in the heart of historic Old San Juan, Hotel El Convento has set new standards of luxury, comfort and service while preserving the rich character of this former 16th century convent. This landmark treasure, a member of Historic Hotels of America and Small Luxury Hotels of the World, has earned four diamonds from AAA each year since its opening. This is the exclusive hotel experience to indulge the most discriminating of travelers, and is a hotel like no other. ... more   less 
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