Condado plaza hilton pr: Restaurants in San Juan, Puerto Rico

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May 15, 2023
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In the Kitchen at El Condado Plaza Hilton ⋆ The Dining Traveler

Chef Maria Grating Local Cheese

Although most of us learn to cook from our mothers, there is still a void of women chefs worldwide. While researching for my book, Dining Traveler Guide to Puerto Rico, I had the opportunity to go behind the scenes at El Condado Plaza Hilton with the property’s executive chef, Maria Germania Diaz. Today she is one of a few female executive chefs in Puerto Rico’s hotel industry, and the second person to occupy the position in what is today the The Condado Plaza Hilton. The hotel, with the view of El Condado Lagoon, is a hotspot for weddings, conventions, and many other events on the island. As the Executive Chef, Chef Maria oversees hundreds of events throughout the year.

Behind the Scenes at El Condado Plaza Hilton kitchen with Chef Maria

As I enter the large stainless steel kitchen, I see line cooks stuffing hens with mofongo (a Puerto Rican dish of mashed fried green plantains) and a pot of simmering stew with the savory scent taking over the space. Orchestrating the culinary symphony, was Chef Maria, in her bright fuchsia chef coat and colorful chef’s clogs to match. She has the contagious smile combined with a strong, command presence.

Chef Maria Grating Local Cheese

She begins to show me on how she makes her Puerto Rican take on ratatouille canapes, one of the most requested items on her event cocktail menu. As she starts to chop the onion, she talks about her passion for food. She began her career as a chef twenty-four years ago at what is now is known as El Conquistador Resort. Although she has been with El Condado Plaza for sixteen years, she has traveled throughout the Caribbean and as far as Sri Lanka, collaborating with other chefs and drawing inspiration from her travels.

Chef Maria preparing one of the event menu’s favorites: tropical ratatouille

As I see her making the ratatouille, I quickly noticed this is a very Boricua (Puerto Rican) take on the dish. The eggplant is grown locally in a farm in the center of Puerto Rico. She also uses longaniza (a version of chorizo) and queso del país (local white cheese of Puerto Rico). Although she serves a diverse audience on a daily basis, the tries to inject a touch of Puerto Rico with her menu items. This is also seen in her ceviche, on which I detect sweet Puerto Rican mangoes.

Ceviche from the El Condado Plaza Hilton catering menu

I enjoyed hearing Maria’s stories as she chopped and sautéed. Chef Maria has been working the kitchens of some of Puerto Rico’s most beloved properties for over two decades. She says one of her favorite parts has been to cater weddings and then see other family members and siblings follow suit with the same menu at the hotel. As the end of the demo, we snack on our canapes as we take a walk along the turquoise blue waters which line El Condado Plaza Hilton. I bet there’s a daily dose of culinary inspiration with that amazing view!

View from El Condado Plaza Hilton

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The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel 4*

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in rooms

24-hour services

24-hour reception

Express check-in/ -out

Swimming Pool

Saltwater pool

Private beach

Beach access

Fitness/Gym

Fitness centre

Sports activities

Water slides

Golf course

Diving

Snorkelling

Billiard tables

Spa and relaxation

Jacuzzi

On-site Dining

Restaurant

Poolside snack bar

The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel is located in a leisure area of San Juan, about 1. 3 km away from Condado Lagoon. Opened in 1960, this venue with beautiful rooms and a salt water swimming pool boasts its proximity to Plaza Ventana del Mar Park.

This resort offers accommodation in Condado district with nearby access to Condado Beach. Guests are advised to visit Ocean Park, which is 3.5 km away. The white beach is located 17 minutes’ walk away. The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel is a short ride from the Roman Catholic church “San Juan Bautista Cathedral”.

Guestrooms offer a modern decor and flat-screen TV, cable channels and multi-channel television. Some units include views of the city. Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel also provides guests with a stove, refrigerator and tea/coffee making equipment.

Guests can enjoy American meals at Star Bucks within 5 minutes’ walk of the property. Relax over a selection of fresh coffee and refreshing drinks at the swim-up bar. Avenida Ashford & Calle Barranquitas bus station is set 550 metres away. A tennis court and a massage therapy are featured for free. Children will benefit from an arcade room, babysitting and a gaming room provided on site. The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel has its own fitness centre, the gym and fitness classes.

Local attractions
Ashford Avenue
150 m
MADMi/Museum of Art and Design of Miramar
150 m
Former San Juan Navy base
2.1 km
Condado
1.2 km
Condado Lagoon
150 m
Luis Munoz Rivera Park
1000 m
Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel
1000 m
Fort San Jeronimo
150 m
Laguna del Condado
150 m

Facilities

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Air conditioning in public areas
Luggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Gift/Newsstand
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Multilingual staff
Smoke detectors
Toilet for disabled
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Meals and drinks

Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar

Activities and relaxation

Saltwater pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Casino
Entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa centre
Jacuzzi
Fitness centre
Diving
Snorkelling
Golf course
Billiard tables
Shallow end

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Bicycle hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Shops/Commercial services
Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

In the room

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Balcony
Tea and coffee facilities
Mirror
Ironing facilities
Bath/ Shower
Hair dryer
Free toiletries
Bathroom telephone
Down comforter
Flat-screen TV
Direct dial telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Babysitting/Child services
Board games
Children’s menu
Children’s pool
Water slides
Children’s play area
Game room

Important notice

Check-in: from 16:00 until 23:00

Check-out: until 12:00

Extra beds details
No cribs are available in a room.

Frequently asked questions

Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci airport and The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel San Juan are separated by 0.5 km distance.
Business guests of The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel San Juan can make use of a xerox and a desk.
Guests with families will like children’s menu, babysitting and a gaming room available at The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel.
It will take a 15-minute walk to get from The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel to the city centre.
Aqua BAR and Cafe Caribe restaurants located at The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel are to your service.
Yes, The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel San Juan provides high speed Internet access in the rooms.
Plaza Ventana del Mar as well as Condado Beach are among landmarks placed near The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel.
Condado Plaza Hilton is placed in the very heart of San Juan, right near Plaza Ventana del Mar.
Best restaurants near The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel San Juan include Star Bucks and Crazy Pulpo, and they are placed within 100 metres away.
The average price of a room in The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel San Juan is $314. For more specific information, contact the hotel staff.
The Condado Plaza Hilton Hotel offers Family Room, Corner King Suite and King Room to choose from.
The nearest bus stop is Avenida Ashford & Calle Barranquitas and it is placed within 550 metres from Condado Plaza Hilton.