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3 Hotels You Can’t Miss in San Juan, Puerto Rico





It’s a US territory with sun-kissed Caribbean charms. Where lush jungles, land and marine parks and world-class beaches meet Old World cobblestone architecture, New World comforts, and signature Latin hospitality, culture and sultry vibe.  

Puerto Rico’s capital San Juan is a major cruise port and destination in the eastern Caribbean. Thousands of cruise passengers embark and disembark every year. But don’t miss the opportunity to extend your cruise – or visit the island just to explore the island’s urban lifestyle and beach resorts in San Juan, as well as the attractions outside the capital.

Following Cuba’s revolution in the 50’s, Puerto Rico became the heart of island Latin style for America’s jet set, and many of the island’s most memorable urban beach hotel-resorts in date from that sexy, Rat Pack era. Newer boutique hotels have added more ways to stay and play in Puerto Rico’s capital.

Lynn Elmhirst, BestTrip TV’s producer, host and cruise expert, picks three of her favorite San Juan hotels from her latest cruise trips to Puerto Rico.

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

Whether you love Old Havana and colonial style, rhythms and cocktails, Mid-Century modern Rat Pack vibes, or contemporary luxury urban resort lifestyle on one of the world’s top tropical beaches… the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel fits the bill.

 

This sprawling hotel on San Juan’s 2-mile-long Isla Verde beach – one that’s been voted ‘Best Urban Beach’, is a recent addition to the prestigious, luxury Fairmont portfolio.

 

But this urban hotel has a pedigree. Considered by many the ‘grande dame’ hotel of Puerto Rico society, the El San Juan underwent a $65-million post-hurricane reno and upgrade that restored the best of its colonial architecture, Rat Pack era cool, and added modern, urban resort touches with the Latin flavour of its surroundings.

 

Watch the video above to see this captivating time capsule beach hotel that’s also one of the best places in Puerto Rico for a pre or post-cruise stay, family vacation, wedding or vow renewal.

 

Better yet, book a vacation to experience Fairmont El San Juan’s beach lifestyle, sexy, interconnected pools, breezy outdoor teak spaces, one of the largest chandeliers in the world above one of the most famous bars in the Caribbean, even the hotel’s famous, 200-year-old banyan tree.  

 

 

La Concha

Where the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel melds Old Havana, mid-century, and contemporary design hotel, La Concha is all mid-century beach chic re-imagined for the 21st century.

Right on Ashford Avenue in the heart of San Juan’s ‘it’ Condado neighborhood with expansive beach front, La Concha is one of the island’s iconic hotels, dating back to the heyday of Puerto Rico as a ‘jet set’ destination.

Its namesake is its standout feature: a gigantic, seashell-shaped ‘floating restaurant’ at the edge of the sea.  Not only a marvel of engineering and design, being inside the ‘shell’ space makes any meal memorable and a special event like a wedding, absolutely epic.

The curves of the giant shell feature are unmistakably from the mid-century school of modernism. The architects continued tropical modernist features throughout the property, in the form of curves and breezeways, an open lobby and seamless transitions between indoors and outdoors, even a concrete façade that filters sunlight to create patterns mirrored indoors.

Also benefitting from a recent renovation, La Concha has kept its mid-century bones and added ocean-inspired hues and beach-inspired textures, lounges and patios kept throbbing with electronic dance music by local DJ’s, resulting in a completely modern urban beach resort, nightlife destination, and ‘Latino Chic’ lifestyle in a stylish setting few modern hotel builds can match.

O:LV Fifty Five

Around the corner in San Juan’s chic Condado neighborhood from La Concha, O:LV Fifty Five is a jewel of a boutique hotel where Old Hollywood glamour meets modern design hotel.  

Since it’s recent opening, it has made the lists proclaiming “Top Places to Travel”, “Best New Hotels”, and “Finest Hotels” among others.

This adults-only, 26-suite hideaway on a quiet side street overlooks Condado Lagoon from what must be one of, if not the best rooftop destination in San Juan. A cooling green wall and fountains form the backdrop to the infinity pool with a view on the city.

The lobby feels like the living room of an uber-sophisticated socialite, with plush textures, mood lighting and eclectic touches like a table-top metallic cheetah statue and oversized, black and white photography portraits. 

Restaurants at the ground and rooftop levels repeat the concept in their own palettes, with head-turning features like the vintage Rolls Royce – converted into a DJ booth! –  parked among tables of diners and guests heading out to the roof top terrace (pictured above).

All 3 hotels are located between Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport, and the San Juan Cruise Port, just outside historic Old San Juan.  Whether you’re flying in or cruising out, these three very different urban hotel experiences are unmistakable expressions of San Juan’s one-of-a-kind hospitality and travel experience.

 

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Get Out of Town: San Juan, Puerto Rico

Photograph: Courtesy Fairmont El San Juan

History, fabulous food and sunny days are just 4 hours away from Boston.

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JQ Louise

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Get Out of Town is a series where we highlight easy getaways from Boston. These may be a perfect bitesize weekend trip or a splurge worthy weeklong escape. But the main criteria are that the destination is both convenient to access and offers visitors an experience that surprises and delights. For our first edition, we are headed to San Juan, Puerto Rico.  

Why visit San Juan, Puerto Rico

San Juan is a destination that is perennially popular with Bostonians due to the many flight options from Logan. And while many of us may think of it as a bachelor/bachelorette party stop, there is so much more to the city. Old San Juan is home to 15th century architecture and stunning hole-in-the-wall restaurants, outdoor activities abound from bioluminescence bays to rainforests to world class beaches, all within a stone’s throw from the airport. So, if you are looking for an affordable, quick trip to soak up some culture along with some vitamin D, San Juan is worth putting on the list while the weather is still cold and damp here in Boston. 

Photograph: Courtesy Fairmont El San Juan

Getting there 

Puerto Rico is only four hours away on one of the many nonstop routes from Logan. JetBlue, Spirit and Delta all offer nonstop routes. And if you are strategic with the dates over the next few weeks there are options for around $300 roundtrip! Also, don’t forget that Puerto Rico is a part of the United States, so no passport required! 

What to do and where to stay

In early 2020, the famous El San Juan Hotel completed a $125 million renovation and reemerged as the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel. And what this means is that guests can use and redeem Accor Live Limitless points on visits now! So, keep this in mind as many still do not realize that Accor bought Fairmont Hotels in 2016.

Photograph: Courtesy Fairmont El San Juan

This beachfront hotel offers guests everything you would expect from a Fairmont hotel, with some Caribbean flair. And the concierge will also book you all the fun experiences that showcase the best of Puerto Rico like zip lining, boat rides, water spots and even island hopping via helicopter. And right now, there are some great package offers available as well.

If you fumbled the ball for Valentine’s Day, make it up to your special someone with the “Romance Package.” This includes accommodations, a “San Juan Breakfast”, Champagne, chocolates and a guaranteed late check out at 2pm.

Photograph: Courtesy Fairmont El San Juan

And if you just want to focus on refreshing after too many zoom meetings and hours in Excel, go for the “Wellness Oasis Package.” This one brings guests into the Well & Being Spa and Fitness Center during their stay for the perfect winter reset. The perks of this package include a welcome cocktail, daily breakfast, a seaside cabana with fresh juices, a Signature Well & Being Spa 50-minute massage for two and a Well & Being Fitness Class for two.

For more ideas on the best weekend getaways from Boston this season check out our top picks and if you are looking to stay a little closer from home read our guide to the best day trips from Boston as well!

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