Hotel El Convento vs Dorado Beach A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
Both Hotel El Convento and Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve are rated highly by writers. Overall, Hotel El Convento is preferred by most writers compared to Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Hotel El Convento has a TripExpert Score of 95 with recommendations from 9 sources such as Frommer's, Concierge and Gayot.
Hotel El Convento
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100 Cristo St, Old San Juan, San Juan 00901, Puerto Rico
From $174 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge
"Rooms have preserved their period grandeur, with high ceilings, huge windows, Andalusian tile, and exposed mahogany beams."
Fodor's
"All the guest rooms are lavish and inviting, with a mix of wrought-iron and hand-hewn wood furniture, shuttered windows, and mahogany-beamed ceilings."
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Star Service
"This former convent remains the most intoxicating option for travelers in search of the essence of Old San Juan."
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Diners have three informal but inventive eateries to choose from, and the cafe has evolved into a brew-pub of sorts with nearly two dozen beers to choose from.
Gayot
"Hotel El Convento exhibits a timeless aura of old world charm and splendor... Located in Old San Juan, the hotel offers 58 elegant rooms."
Oyster
Upscale
"It was a convent for 252 years, and today it's the neighborhood's principal upscale hotel, offering elegant rooms and suites filled with Spanish antique treasures and modern amenities."
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Dorado Beach A Ritz-Carlton Reserve
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100 Dorado Beach Drive, Dorado 00646-2000, Puerto Rico
From $1,047 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Fodor's
"Following a renovation, this resort's big draws include a restaurant from Fodor's Tastemaker Chef Jose Andres and an incredible setting along 3 miles of Puerto Rican coastline."
Gayot
"Luxury re-imagined on a historic beachfront estate that once belonged to the Rockefellers."
Forbes Travel Guide
5 Stars
"With a staff of personal embajadores ready to fulfill any request and a secluded stretch of swimmable beaches, it delivers on the brand’s vision of a hyper-luxurious boutique resort."
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Travel + Leisure
"Just west of San Juan is the sprawling Dorado Beach resort, which sits on 1,400 acres and has two pools, three golf courses, a water park, and a spa and fitness center"
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Decked out in expensive marble and embellished with Alhambra-esque lions that line the path to the swimming pool, this is San Juan at its swankiest and is a favorite hangout of visiting celebrities."
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