The Royal Sonesta San Juan
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, 00979 San Juan, Puerto Rico – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.3/10! (score from 1398 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Everything was clean. The staff was super friendly.

- City view
- Garden
- Pet friendly
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Balcony
- Bathtub
- Air conditioning
- 24-hour front desk
- Key card access
Located on Isla Verde Beach, this oceanfront resort is 1.2 mi from Luis Munoz Marin International Airport. It features 5 restaurants and bars, an executive floor and a full-service spa. The modern guest rooms at The Royal Sonesta San Juan include cable TV. The 24-hour gym overlooks the ocean and has mounted TVs. The outdoor pool features a swim-up bar and tropical landscaping. Aleli Restaurant at The Royal Sonesta San Juan serves breakfast, Mediterranean cuisine is served at Ocean Breeze Restaurant. The colonial-era houses of Old San Juan are a 15-minute drive from The Royal Sonesta San Juan. The Puerto Rico Museum of Art is 2.5 mi from the hotel.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
The Royal Sonesta San Juan has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Oct 7, 2011Hotel chain/brand: Sonesta Hotels , Royal Sonesta
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Parking on site
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- 3 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Good Breakfast
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See what guests loved the most:
- Tiffany
United States of America
“Everything was clean. The staff was super friendly.” - Fernando
United States of America
“Love the pool layout and beach rooms where updated friendly staff” - Michelle
United States of America
“The resort was exceptional The staff were amazing and friendly especially Eimy and Maricel they made us feel like family they were so warm and welcoming they made the experience memorable being that I brought my daughter for her 18th birthday it...” - Micaela
United States of America
“The facility was absolutely beautiful and clean. Well worth the value.” - Lianna
United States of America
“It was a lovely hotel. Super clean. Reasonable prices and close to everything (restaurants, pharmacy etc) are” - Desiree
United States of America
“The staff was nice but the rooms are really out dated . Some of the handles where rusty in the bath room .” - Minna
United States of America
“Staff!!! Everyone from the front desk and concierge desk to restaurants and cleaning ladies were Super Friendly! Beach!!! Great beach with beach chairs/beds and towels included, showers, beach bar/restaurant. Location convenient for the departure...” - John
United States of America
“I really like the staff, especially the front desk manager, for taking time and effort in speaking with my financial institution agent personally to fully explain my situation, which was no fault of mine or Royal Sonesta but a system I had in...” - Jose
United States of America
“Staff at greeting door was awesome and hotel was beautiful” - Candace
United States of America
“The staff was very nice and welcoming. They were professional and had great suggestions for where to go and how to get around. The pool area is amazing! So very nice!”
Property questions and answersBrowse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the propertyThe property usually replies within a few hours
Does this room have a balcony?
All of our rooms have step up balconies.Answered on 12 January 2021What is included with the Club category room? Is there an option to add All-Inclusive to any room category?
Good Afternoon! The club category includes continental breakfast and cocktails hours 5Pm-7Pm.Answered on 13 March 2021Are all meals included in the price?
We are not an All inclusive hotel. All meals and beverages have additional costs.Answered on 1 March 2021What view is with the deluxe
These are overlooking the city.Answered on 25 January 2021How far is the beach and the airport?
We are right on the beach. From the Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport we are only 2 miles away.Answered on 29 January 2021Does this room have a balcony that you can walk out on?
Yes all the rooms have a step out balcony Royal Sonesta SJAnswered on 7 June 2022- Still looking?
Area info *
Restaurants3 Restaurants On Site
- Alelí
- CuisineLocal
- Open forBreakfast
- AmbienceFamily-friendly • Traditional • Modern • Romantic
- Dietary optionsGluten-free
- Ocean Breeze
- Open forLunch • Dinner
- Ruth Chris Steakhouse
- CuisineSteakhouse
- Open forDinner
- AmbienceTraditional
- Dietary optionsVegetarian • Gluten-free
Resort Facilities at The Royal Sonesta San JuanGreat facilities! Review score, 9
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Parking on site
- Beachfront
- Non-smoking rooms
- 3 restaurants
- Family rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
- Good Breakfast
- Beachfront
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Refrigerator
- Bicycle rental
- Beach
- Ping-pong
- Playground
- Coffee house on site
- Snack bar
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
- Valet parking
- Accessible parking
- Concierge
- ATM on site
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
- Daily housekeeping
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- 24-hour security
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
- Car rental
- Elevator
- Family rooms
- Hair/Beauty salon
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Open all year
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Fitness
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellasAdditional charge
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- SpaAdditional charge
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- English
- Spanish
Cancellation/
prepayment
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
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 21
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Cash is not accepted
The Royal Sonesta San Juan accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card. Name on credit card must match on valid ID and on reservation in order to check in. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges. An incidental Hold is $100/ per night. Return to your account can take up to 7 business days if there are no incidental charges. A Non-Refundable $100 per stay fee is required. A maximum of two dogs per room are permitted
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform The Royal Sonesta San Juan of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
FAQs about The Royal Sonesta San Juan
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Check-in at The Royal Sonesta San Juan is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The Royal Sonesta San Juan has 3 restaurants:
- Alelí
- Ocean Breeze
- Ruth Chris Steakhouse
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The prices at The Royal Sonesta San Juan may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Playground
- Ping-pong
- Beachfront
- Spa facilities
- Bicycle rental
- Beach
- Fitness
- Swimming pool
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Yes, The Royal Sonesta San Juan is popular with guests booking family stays.
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Guests staying at The Royal Sonesta San Juan can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- American
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The Royal Sonesta San Juan is 6.2 miles from the center of San Juan. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at The Royal Sonesta San Juan on this page.
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Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.
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Room options at The Royal Sonesta San Juan include:
- Triple
- Suite
- Family