Name: Hotel El Convento
Address: 100 Cristo Street, Old San Juan, 00901 San Juan, Puerto Rico, 100 Cristo Street, North Puerto Rico, 00901, Puerto Rico
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $169 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.0

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Hotel Hotel El Convento

This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in history, city walks and walking – Check location 100 Cristo Street, Old San Juan, 00901 San Juan, Puerto Rico – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in history, city walks and walking – Check location Excellent location – show map

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*9.7* Old San Juan: only 3 minutes away! (650 feet by foot)

*8.9* Ponce de Leon Statue: only 3 minutes away! (600 feet by foot)

*9.3* San Juan Bautista Cathedral: only 2 minutes away! (500 feet by foot)

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It started with the bellman and the concierge check in process . Amazing staff every step of the way , from the restaurant staff to the cleaning staff all were polite and very professional . The property is historic and beautiful in the heart of Old San Juan . We had a lovely view and a well appointed room . Before we departed we were told we could use the beach facilities at two hotels and we chose the one in Isla Verde as it is close to the airport .Again a great experience !

Anthony

United States of America

Furniture was beautiful. Hotel ambience was one of best I have experienced.

Sandra

United States of America

I loved the old-world feel of the hotel. The staff really did their best to make you feel special, too. The wine & cheese hour was delightful and high quality. We also dined for breakfast and the food was outstanding.

Molly

United States of America

The staff was amazing. Everyone was welcoming. I felt right at home. The location is amazing. There is an amazing trail to El Moro. The views are lovely.

Lemy

United States of America

Very friendly and accommodating staff! Breakfast was delicious! Nice bonus was rooftop plunge pool. Excellent location in town right near all the major sites.

Jennifer

United States of America

Excellent service, cleanliness, love the chocolates on the pillows at bedtime, and the wine and cheese reception was perfect!

Aida

United States of America

Very warm and comfortable atmosphere. Staff is fabulous. Room was comfortable!

Grace

Dominican Republic

They where able to have our room ready early after departure from our cruise. The bell boy was very helpful with writing down a few good local spots to eat. They called our room once in to make sure everything was ok. They offer free coffee and tea, bottles of water and a wine hour at night. I also love the history behind the hotel

Jillian

United States of America

Everything was amazing. I did have a bit of a tense check out. I had $60 worth of parking on my bill. My dad who would come by and get me would use the parking across the street and pay the parking attendant $5 to come get me and then we'd go out. We ended up with a $60 bill that i contested and the attended was super unpleasant about it. She did end up taking it off but I thought the whole thing was unnecessary and left a bad taste in my mouth. I will tell you though that aside from that, the whole experience at El Convento was truly spectacular. I loved it and hope to make it an annual ritual. It was truly out of this world. Another note, I deliberately stayed in Old San Juan because I wanted to witness first hand what's been happening in the streets and I can't say enough what an exciting time it was to travel to SJ. I am so proud that I could witness what was happening. Puerto Rico is an amazing place. The world is watching. Thank you for everything.

Margarita

United States of America

Location is great, but parking is hard to find. Probably the best place to stay in old San Juan.

Shubo

United States of America

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9.8

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What guests loved the most:
“It started with the bellman and the concierge check in process . Amazing staff every step of the way , from the restaurant staff to the cleaning staff all were polite and very professional .”

Anthony United States of America
“Furniture was beautiful. Hotel ambience was one of best I have experienced.”

Sandra United States of America
“I loved the old-world feel of the hotel. The staff really did their best to make you feel special, too. The wine & cheese hour was delightful and high quality.”

Molly United States of America
“The staff was amazing. Everyone was welcoming. I felt right at home. The location is amazing. There is an amazing trail to El Moro. The views are lovely.”

Lemy United States of America
“Very friendly and accommodating staff! Breakfast was delicious! Nice bonus was rooftop plunge pool. Excellent location in town right near all the major sites.”

Jennifer United States of America
“Excellent service, cleanliness, love the chocolates on the pillows at bedtime, and the wine and cheese reception was perfect!”

Aida United States of America
“Very warm and comfortable atmosphere. Staff is fabulous. Room was comfortable!”

Grace Dominican Republic
“They where able to have our room ready early after departure from our cruise. The bell boy was very helpful with writing down a few good local spots to eat.”

Jillian United States of America
“Everything was amazing. I did have a bit of a tense check out. I had $60 worth of parking on my bill.”

Margarita United States of America
“Location is great, but parking is hard to find. Probably the best place to stay in old San Juan.”

Shubo United States of America

Stay in the Heart of San Juan – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in history, city walks and walking – Check location Excellent location – show map

This hotel is located in the heart of historic Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Hotel guests will receive beach privileges at the El Convento Beach Club on Isla Verde Beach.

Hotel El Convento is housed in a restored 350-year old building. The hotel’s pool and hot tub overlook the San Juan Bay, and a fitness center, library, and business center are offered to guests. Facials, manicures, and massages are available upon request. Every evening, the Manager’s Reception serves hors d’oeuvres and wine on La Veranda Terrace.

Rooms at the El Convento have Spanish décor and are furnished with refrigerators. The rooms include goose down pillows, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi.

The Hotel El Convento has 2 on-site restaurants. Patio del Nispero offers a gourmet menu served in an open-air setting and El Picoteo offers a tapas menu and a wide variety of wine.

Hotel El Convento is located just a few minutes from many cruise ship piers. The renowned museums and historic landmarks of San Juan are within walking distance. Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is 15 minutes away.

Old San Juan is a great choice for travelers interested in history, city walks and walking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 9.1 for two-person stays.

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Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish

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Private parking at the hotel

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An Inside Look at Hotel El Convento

Imagine a destination as grand and storied as the "Isle of Enchantment" itself for your memorable Puerto Rico vacation. Old world charm and elegance meet contemporary comfort in this Small Luxury Hotel of the World.

Hotel surroundings

– Excellent location – show map

Multicolored houses with balconys fill the sunny streets of San Juan’s old town. The arches of an impressive town hall overlook Plaza de Armas, with cafes scattered around it.

Closest Landmarks *

La Rogativa Statue
0.1 miles
San Juan Bautista Cathedral
0.1 miles
Cristo Chapel
0.1 miles
Ponce de Leon Statue
0.1 miles
San José Church
0.1 miles
La Fortaleza, Governor's Residence
0.1 miles
Old San Juan
0.1 miles
Casa Blanca
0.1 miles
Museum of San Juan
0.1 miles
Old San Juan Organic Farmers Market
0.2 miles

Restaurants & Markets *

Supermax Supermarket
0 miles
Puerto Rico Drug Pharmacy Supermarket
0 miles
La Masa Pizzería Conceptual Restaurant
0.1 miles
Cafe Don Ruiz Cafe/Bar
0.1 miles
Casa Cortes Choco Bar Cafe/Bar
0.2 miles
El Jibarito Restaurant
0.3 miles
La Mallorca Cafe/Bar
0.3 miles
La Placita Santurce Market
3.5 miles

Beaches in the Neighborhood

La Puntilla White sand
Swimming

1,450 feet

Closest Airports *

Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport
7.6 miles
Mercedita Airport
43 miles
Antonio Rivera Rodríguez Airport
46.9 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Beautiful, breezy, lovely rooms, great wine & cheese hour, amazing location, yummy breakfast - will 100% stay there again.”

Tolagirl

British Virgin Islands

9.5

“Location, attentiveness of staff, facility, decor, everything was top notch.”

Kim

U.S. Virgin Islands

“Amazing location. Roof top pool was beautiful! Rooms were cozy. And the historical feature gave me a nostalgic story to tell. All round I’m so glad I got to sta...”

Power

Guam

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1 Restaurant On Site

Patio del Nispero

Open for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Menu: À la carte

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Check-in

From 3:00 PM

Check-out

Until 12:00 PM

Cancellation/
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Children of all ages are welcome.

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There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

American Express Visa Mastercard Discover Hotel El Convento accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

The prices at Hotel El Convento may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
Check-in at Hotel El Convento is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.
Guests staying at Hotel El Convento can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.3).

Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Full English/Irish
- À la carte
In total, there are 49 rooms at Hotel El Convento.

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Room options at Hotel El Convento include:
- Double
- Suite
Hotel El Convento offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Library
Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
From the nearest airport, you can get to Hotel El Convento by:
- Taxi 20 minutes
Hotel El Convento has 1 restaurants:
- Patio del Nispero
The following parking options are available to guests staying at Hotel El Convento (subject to availability):
- Parking
- On-site parking
- Private Parking

“It started with the bellman and the concierge check in process . Amazing staff every step of the way , from the restaurant staff to the cleaning staff all were polite and very professional . The property is historic and beautiful in the heart of Old San Juan . We had a lovely view and a well appointed room . Before we departed we were told we could use the beach facilities at two hotels and we chose the one in Isla Verde as it is close to the airport .Again a great experience !”

“I loved the old-world feel of the hotel. The staff really did their best to make you feel special, too. The wine & cheese hour was delightful and high quality. We also dined for breakfast and the food was outstanding.”

“They where able to have our room ready early after departure from our cruise. The bell boy was very helpful with writing down a few good local spots to eat. They called our room once in to make sure everything was ok. They offer free coffee and tea, bottles of water and a wine hour at night. I also love the history behind the hotel”

“Everything was amazing. I did have a bit of a tense check out. I had $60 worth of parking on my bill. My dad who would come by and get me would use the parking across the street and pay the parking attendant $5 to come get me and then we'd go out. We ended up with a $60 bill that i contested and the attended was super unpleasant about it. She did end up taking it off but I thought the whole thing was unnecessary and left a bad taste in my mouth. I will tell you though that aside from that, the whole experience at El Convento was truly spectacular. I loved it and hope to make it an annual ritual. It was truly out of this world. Another note, I deliberately stayed in Old San Juan because I wanted to witness first hand what's been happening in the streets and I can't say enough what an exciting time it was to travel to SJ. I am so proud that I could witness what was happening. Puerto Rico is an amazing place. The world is watching. Thank you for everything.”

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Reviewed: November 18, 2019

Megan
Australia
8.0

“super , we extended our days there”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 6 nights
the water supply broke down during our stay
access via the outside gallery walkway, instead of an inside narrow smelly hallway. that walkway overlooked the inside open air bar and restaurant.

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 17, 2019

Anthony
United States of America
10

“A historic hotel with excellent accommodations and service .”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
It started with the bellman and the concierge check in process . Amazing staff every step of the way , from the restaurant staff to the cleaning staff all were polite and very professional . The property is historic and beautiful in the heart of Old San Juan . We had a lovely view and a well appointed room . Before we departed we were told we could use the beach facilities at two hotels and we chose the one in Isla Verde as it is close to the airport .Again a great experience !

Stayed in November 2019
Reviewed: November 4, 2019

Power
Guam
10

“I’ll be back ☝🏽”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Amazing location. Roof top pool was beautiful! Rooms were cozy. And the historical feature gave me a nostalgic story to tell. All round I’m so glad I got to stay here. 🥰

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 29, 2019

Sandra
United States of America
10

“Fantastic place to stay!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Noise from across the street kept me awake most of the night.
Furniture was beautiful. Hotel ambience was one of best I have experienced.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 28, 2019

Molly
United States of America
10

“Charming & elegant stay in Old San Juan”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
I loved the old-world feel of the hotel. The staff really did their best to make you feel special, too. The wine & cheese hour was delightful and high quality. We also dined for breakfast and the food was outstanding.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 26, 2019

Anonymous
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Beautiful old historical building in old San Juan. We had just gotten off a cruise ship early that morning and went straight to hotel. They were able to let us check in on arrival. Grateful being we had our two kids and were really tired:) We will be back! Thank you

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 17, 2019

Lemy
United States of America
10

“Simply the most amazing vacation ever.”
- • Business trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff was amazing. Everyone was welcoming. I felt right at home. The location is amazing. There is an amazing trail to El Moro. The views are lovely.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: October 9, 2019

Jennifer
United States of America
9.6

“Wonderful stay in San Juan!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The view from our room.
Very friendly and accommodating staff! Breakfast was delicious! Nice bonus was rooftop plunge pool. Excellent location in town right near all the major sites.

Stayed in October 2019
Reviewed: September 22, 2019

Cathy
United States of America
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: September 4, 2019

Cecilia
Mexico

2 helpful votes
6.7

“Pricey but beautiful”
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Stayed 3 nights
Service is not consistent. For the first night the room was impeccable, the maid even turned on the radio to relaxing music and prepared the bed with chocolates on the pillows. On the second day I had to request maid service because they had not come to the room, and they did the bare minimum to tidy up. On the third date they even forgot a cleaning rag in the sink, and didn't prepare the bed at night. Reviewing service standards would take this beautiful hotel to the next level.
The property is beautiful, rooms are spacious and luxurious, with comfortable beds and extra services that add to the experience, such as a 24/7 lounge for guests where you can get fresh fruit and water or, if you go at 6, free wine and cheese. The terrace pool and hot tub are very nice.

Stayed in September 2019
Reviewed: August 23, 2019

Ynoemia
United States of America

1 helpful vote
8.8

Excellent
- • Family with young children
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
N/A
Its location

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 22, 2019

Aida
United States of America
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Excellent service, cleanliness, love the chocolates on the pillows at bedtime, and the wine and cheese reception was perfect!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 17, 2019

Grace
Dominican Republic
9.6

“Old San Juan ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Didn’t like the pool area. The Pool is not inviting.
Very warm and comfortable atmosphere. Staff is fabulous. Room was comfortable!

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 14, 2019

Gina
United States of America

1 helpful vote
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Location

Stayed in August 2019
Reviewed: August 12, 2019

Jillian
United States of America
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
They where able to have our room ready early after departure from our cruise. The bell boy was very helpful with writing down a few good local spots to eat. They called our room once in to make sure everything was ok. They offer free coffee and tea, bottles of water and a wine hour at night. I also love the history behind the hotel

Stayed in August 2019

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Stay in the Heart of San Juan – This neighborhood is a great choice for travelers interested in history, city walks and walking – Check location Excellent location – show map

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