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$60M Residence Inn by Marriott opens in Isla Verde – News is My Business

The first 231-room Residence Inn by Marriott in Puerto Rico has officially opened its doors in the Isla Verde sector of Carolina, following a $60 million investment, company officials announced.

This new addition to the Marriott International portfolio of 30 brands is the company’s first extended-stay hotel in Puerto Rico.

The new property is a 100% local project run by Interlink, a development, construction, and property management company. Interlink has a proven track record that includes a portfolio of developments and renowned construction projects and are partners in the following hotels: Sheraton Puerto Rico, The St. Regis Bahía Beach Resort, AC Hotel San Juan, Hotel El Convento, Hotel Palacio Provincial, and the Embassy Suites San Juan Hotel & Casino.

While Interlink was the general contractor of the project, the hotel’s architectural design was carried out Álvarez-Díaz & Villalón, while financing of the project was led by FirstBank and had the participation of the Cooperative Bank of Puerto Rico and the Corporation for Hotel Development.

The hotel is headed by local hospitality industry professionals Sem Cuevas and Reynaldo Fernández from Highgate.

“We’re very enthusiastic and excited about the opening of the Residence Inn by Marriott Isla Verde, the first hotel in its category to open its doors in Puerto Rico, and a new alternative for the local tourism industry,” said Interlink CEO Federico J. Sánchez-Ortiz.

“As in every Interlink project, the development of this hotel involved a thorough process to ensure quality in every detail and fulfill our goal of building with innovation and sustainability as the main pillars,” the executive said, adding that the new hotel will be generating more than 100 direct jobs, in addition to the 350 jobs generated in its design and construction phase.

The property features eco-friendly components such as electricity efficiency and water consumption, and installation of LED lighting, among others. The hotel sits on a plot on Isla Verde Ave. that was previously a disused parking lot, where the new owners preserved a frontal grove and planted an additional green strip of tropical plant gardens.

“The market entry of this hotel offers an excellent alternative for visitors looking to book a lengthier stay on the Island and adds 231 rooms to the local inventory while increasing the appeal of our offer and the contribution of Tourism to the Island’s economy,” said Puerto Rico Tourism Co. Executive Director Carlos Mercado

Managed by Highgate, which also manages AC Hotel San Juan and the Embassy Suites San Juan Hotel & Casino for Interlink, the Residence Inn offers 231 suites, with fully equipped kitchens with refrigerator, stove, microwave and sink, a work area with desk and a separate living room, either with a King bed and a sofa bed, or two queen beds; and amenities such as: two swimming pools, one of them for children with a playground, fountains and slides; two bars, gym equipped with Technogym gear, complimentary breakfast, meeting space, and free Wi-Fi.

The culinary offer includes the Sobao restaurant, a Puerto Rican bakery that serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and features a large terrace under a grove.



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  • 0. 14 km.

    Old San Juan Organic Farmers Market 0.27 km.

    National Gallery 0.27 km.

    Ponce de Leon Statue 0.3 km.

    San Jose Church 0.33 km.

    Cristo Chapel 0.34 km.

    Airports Old San Juan

    Isla Grande Airport 2.1 km.

    Luis Munoz Marin International Airport 12 km.

    Diego Jimenez Torres Airport 51 km.

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    Free Wi-Fi is available in the hotel’s public areas. The administration provides concierge services, ticket booking services, weddings and events. nine0005

    Villa Herencia is conveniently close to the airport in San Juan, close to Museum del Nino and San Juan Gateway. San Juan Cathedral is also nearby.

    Villa Herencia’s 8 air-conditioned rooms feature a 19-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

    Laundry facilities are available on site. The hotel staff speaks several languages.

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    Danté J. P.

    07/03/2022

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    Authentic atmosphere! It’s a throwback to the old days of San Juan or old Havana! Loved this place as it is close to many of my favorite restaurants and bars located along el viejo almacén, bacaro and la factoría! nine0005

    Kellie L. B.

    12/27/2021

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    We have stayed here twice already. And we are already looking forward to the third one.
    This hotel is so beautiful. The staff is friendly, helpful and so kind. Awesome service.
    We love the location and the roof deck is incredible.

    Jilliann T.

    07/18/2021

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    Absolutely amazing experience! Will stay here on every visit to Puerto Rico. Highly recommend spending some time on the rooftop and taking advantage of the outdoor baths for hot PR days. nine0005

    Jessica S.

    07/15/2021

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    We stayed in room H9. It was perfect for our honeymoon. More quiet than we thought, we enjoyed opening the double doors and hearing the rain.

    Gigi G. R.

    05/30/2021

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    Lovely boutique hotel. Breakfast is not served yet due to COVID. Fantastic location by the water.

    Patrick S. M.

    02/17/2021

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    Beautiful experience, good atmosphere and very familiar, also romantic, recommended! I’ll be back soon!

    Jose G. R.

    2/16/2021

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    Super special and cozy place. Recommended! Excellent and clean service.

    Duane B.

    12/15/2018

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    Awesome place. Close to everything in Old San Juan. Excellent staff. Quiet. Accessible. There will be statistics here again.

    Evelise M.

    09/14/2018

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    Very nice and cozy hotel. I not only recommend it, but plan to return.

    Candida T.

    07/25/2018

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    Very good, I loved it very clean, I recommend it. Excellent love it very clean.

    Daniel K.

    06/07/2018

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    Awesome little boutique hotel. Right off the water and surrounded by bars and restaurants. The staff were incredible. When we checked in, the man at the front desk spoke to us for 20 minutes about his personal recommendations. The room was great and I highly recommend it to anyone staying in Old San Juan! nine0005

    Niki C.

    04/12/2018

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    Wonderful stay. Gorgeous rooms and the rooftop is amazing. The staff really cares and goes above and beyond to look after you. Comfortable beds. And all the amenities we needed. Will return again.

    Pernilla L.

    03/23/2018

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    A cozy hotel in Old San Juan. The room was really nice and cool. The service was excellent! Will definitely return if I ever go back to San Juan again. nine0005

    Ernesto C.

    02/21/2018

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    A real example of excellent hospitality!
    Without a doubt one of the best Puerto Rican bed and breakfasts to stay during your vacation in the Old San Juan Historic District. Both my wife and I were born and raised in Puerto Rico but moved to the US a few years ago. We recently visited the island for a friend’s wedding and decided to make it a tourist type trip as well. Upon arrival, their friendly staff and General Manager greeted us warmly and helped us settle in immediately. The hotel is centrally located and in a quiet street close to many restaurants, beautiful scenery and historical sites. We loved the fact that the hotel only has 9rooms, all of them very comfortable, local artwork displayed on their walls, their antique furniture, rooftop patio, among other amazing amenities. Absolutely recommend this hotel to everyone.

    Luis P.

    2/12/2018

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    Impressive, beautiful and excellent decor. The people who visit the place make it different and want one to visit them again. Thank you.

    Sue N. M.

    01/18/2018

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    Beautiful, art-filled hotel. Well maintained by friendly, helpful, bilingual staff.

    Robert Y.

    09/10/2017

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    Very good hotel. Very friendly staff. Hidden gem.

    Dave E.

    08/22/2017

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    Friendly staff. They upgraded us to an even better room for our honeymoon! We loved the roof top and the free breakfast is good. nine0005

    Vinny B.

    08/09/2017

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    This hotel is very much like a dream. The location is great, close to the center of Old San Juan and also a block from the passage to the outer wall. A very beautiful hotel. It was very clean and beautiful. There was a seating area with a roof which was also great for relaxing while drinking wine. Very good hotel. They had breakfast every morning and waited at our hand and feet if we needed anything. Each room has a tablet computer to take requests if necessary. We will definitely be back and returning guests will receive a 10 percent discount which makes it even better! nine0005

    Priscilla P.

    07/15/2017

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    This place is amazing! I stayed at villa herencia for a week and wished i could stay longer! Very friendly staff. Especially one member of staff named Christian, he recommended great places to eat, let us wash our clothes at the facility after they got on a dirty hike and much more. In addition, this place looks very cool and is closed! The rooftop deck is elegant and perfect for lounging! In addition, my husband and I were able to walk to every single thing in Old San Juan and sometimes needed extra allotment, so the location is super-convenient. All in all, this place was great and I will definitely be back! nine0005

    Linda T.

    03/17/2017

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    Love this place, the breakfast, the people who work here, and of course the rooftop! Just a wonderful place to stay in the center of Old San Juan!

    Alejandro P.

    06/03/2016

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    Excellent service. Super quiet. Others say it’s impressive in their design. Treasure in Old San Juan.

    Adrian U.

    5/13/2016

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    Great little quiet place within walking distance of the main tourist spots in Old San Juan. nine0005

    Courtenay S.

    5/11/2016

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    Hands down, this is the best place to stay in Old San Juan. It is ideally located in one of the quiet neighborhoods of old San Juan, near the governor’s mansion. It is steps away from the famous cathedral, the forts named as National Treasures and the San Juan Gate and a trail that sits right on the water. The hotel itself is beautifully appointed and provides an authentic cultural experience (with the exception of the outstanding AC there are private rooms). It’s all open, the fountain, the upper deck under the stars you can hope to find. Perhaps equally important every time we stayed the staff was incredibly welcoming and helpful with restaurant recommendations and sites to see. It is an absolute gem and of all the places we have traveled and stayed at, Villa Herencia in Old San Juan is undoubtedly my favorite. nine0005

    Emily R.

    08/26/2015

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    Absolutely loved our experience here. It’s close to so many amazing restaurants, museums and downtown fun. Their attention to detail and perfection made me feel welcome and important. This place is attractively old-fashioned, elegant and perfect for those who want to experience the rich culture of San Juan. Oh and the staff are cheerful, friendly and very helpful. Thank you guys! nine0005

    Doug A.

    01/19/2013

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    We stayed there in January 2011 before the cruise and it was great. It’s quiet, around the corner, from the Inn path, which is to be experienced. The charm of Old San Juan is just a few steps away to explore, but we had an incredible evening sitting on the hotel’s rooftop, being serenaded by a local guitarist in the plaza below. The staff was better than very nice and helpful. In fact they let us keep our luggage for our return from the cruise even though we didn’t stay overnight again. As I wish I could go back there and when I do I will stay at Villa Herencia. nine0005

    Paul R.

    10/21/2012

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    Our wonderful experience started before we arrived when we emailed a question and the hotel manager emailed us back and sent all kinds of great information about Puerto Rico . We felt like we were already friends by the time we arrived. Very friendly staff, cozy hotel, Location was excellent in Old San Juan – on a quiet street but close to everything. The staff recommended some local restaurants within walking distance. nine0005

    04/08/2012

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    It was a lovely little space with roof top patio. We stayed in one of the two rooms and it was a pleasant surprise. Close enough to many attractions but on a very quiet cobbled street which after visiting Old San Juan was a huge bonus.

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How much does it cost to stay at the Herencia Hotel?

The cost of living in Herencia depends on the number of guests and the date.

The average cost per night is 8 260

Does Villa Herencia Hotel have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi is available for hotel guests.

What popular attractions are nearby Villa Herencia Hotel?

Nearest attractions:
La Rogativa Statue (0. 09 km.) , Casa Blanca House Museum (0.15 km.) , Ponce de Leon Statue (0.16 km.) , San José Church (0.16 km.) , San Juan Bautista Cathedral (0.19 km.) , La Fortaleza, Governor’s Residence (0.21 km.) , Museum of the Americas (0.21 km.)

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Check-in at Villa Herencia Hotel is possible from 16:00 to 22:00, check-out is until 11:00. nine0005

How far is the hotel Herencia from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Isla Grande Airport located at a distance of 2.4 km.
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House Museum Casa Blanca 0.15 km.

Ponce de Leon Statue 0.16 km.

San Jose Church 0.16 km.

San Juan Bautista Cathedral 0.19 km.

La Fortaleza, Governor’s Residence 0.21 km.

Museum of the Americas 0. 21 km.

Cristo Chapel 0.22 km.

Casa Blanca Museum 0.22 km.

Closest airports

Isla Grande Airport 2.4 km.

Luis Munoz Marin International Airport 12 km.

Diego Jimenez Torres Airport 51 km.

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