The Best Hotels in Old San Juan, PR

The Best Hotels in Old San Juan, PR
San Juan is the largest city in Puerto Rico, and old San Juan, the original city, which was founded in 1509, making it the second oldest European settlement in the Americas. Visitors from all over the world enjoy various outdoor activities in Puerto Rico, including cycling tours, hiking, and sport fishing. For a stay in town, however, Old San Juan offers wonderful atmosphere and an excellent selection in hotels.

Hotel El Convento

One of the finest luxury hotels in Puerto Rico, Hotel El Convento is housed in a former convent, and exhibits restored Spanish Colonial design, including handcrafted furniture, Andalusian tile and mahogany wood work. Each of the 58 rooms offer exquisite appointments, including marble bathrooms, goose down pillows and ocean views. A daily manager's reception offers cocktails, wine and snacks, and the hotel also offers a pool, exercise facilities, a library and four restaurants. Visitors also have access to the El Convento Beach Club, which includes two of Puerto Rico's best private beaches.

Hotel El Convento
100 Cristo St.
Old San Juan, PR 00901
(800) 468-2779

Hotel Milano

The Hotel Milano was noted by "The New York Times" Journeys section as the best value in Old San Juan. Its central location makes it easily accessible to all of Old San Juan and much of the rest of the city. The hotel features a penthouse terrace, where guests can enjoy breakfast or a cup of coffee and look out over the roofs of the old city. The hotel features restored colonial architecture from the nineteenth century, and 30 rooms on three separate floors, all with modern amenities. For visitors wanting to experience Old San Juan without spending a lot of money, the Hotel Milano is an excellent choice.

Hotel Milano
307 Fortaleza St.
Old San Juan, PR 00901
(877) 729-9050

Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel & Casino

For full, luxurious appointments in Old San Juan, the Sheraton offers amenities for all your needs. Located on the waterfront in the heart of Old San Juan, the Sheraton is convenient to all local attractions, as well as offering water views from many of its spacious rooms and suites. On-site amenities include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a casino voted the friendliest in San Juan, 24-hour room service and a business center. The rooms include the signature Sheraton Sweet Sleeper bed (also available for dogs), high speed Internet access, in-room movies and a Bose Waveradio. The hotel also offers two on-site restaurants, Palio for fine Italian dining, and the Chicago Burger Company for a more casual, relaxed atmosphere.

Sheraton Old San Juan Hotel & Casino
100 Brumbaugh St.
San Juan, PR 00901
(787) 721-5100

Article Written By Beau Prichard

Beau Prichard has been a freelance writer and editor since 1999. He specializes in fiction, travel and writing coaching. He has traveled in the United Kingdom, Europe, Mexico and Australia. Prichard grew up in New Zealand and holds a Bachelor of Arts in writing from George Fox University.

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