Holiday Inn Express San Juan Condado by IHGvsFairmont El San Juan Hotel
Both properties are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton ranks significantly better than Holiday Inn Express San Juan Condado. El San Juan Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton is ranked #3 in San Juan with accolades from 8 reviews including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Condé Nast Traveler.
Holiday Inn Express San Juan Condado by IHG
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1 Mariano Ramirez Bages, Condado, San Juan 00907, Puerto Rico
From $113/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Pool
Frommer's "This seven-story, white-painted structure, expanded in 2003, offers a desirable Condado location but without the towering prices of the grand resorts along the beach." Full review
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Make sure your room has a balcony that opens up to a water view (the hotel is near the Condado Lagoon and the Windows on the Sea Park).
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"The 117-room San Juan Plaza, formerly the Holiday Inn Express, is an older property, and starting to show it's age." Full review
Star Service "Steps away from Ventana del Mar and what probably is the most fashionable corner of the whole Condado tourist district, Holiday Inn Express...is a good choice for budget-conscious travelers." Full review
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
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6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Isla Verde, Carolina 00979, Puerto Rico
From $200/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Concierge "The El San Juan Hotel was designed to remind wealthy travelers of the pleasure palaces of Havana, and it's still turning heads."
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"The vibe at the 382-room El San Juan Hotel & Casino is that of a fun, self-contained, relaxed party." Full review
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Just make sure you're happy staying put: There's not much to do nearby, and Old San Juan is at least a $20 cab ride away.
DK Eyewitness "Considered San Juan's signature beachfront hotel, the facilities at this elegant high-rise include three swimming pools, a casino, a bar, a spa, and nine restaurants."
Gayot "Situated on fifteen acres in the upscale Isla Verde district of San Juan, this pretty resort offers plenty for those seeking activity from dawn throughout the day and into the midnight hour."
Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Award
"A perfect marriage of quality and convenience." Full review
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Fodor's "Much of the classical appeal remains at this don't-miss destination in Isla Verde: the intricately hand-carved mahogany walls and ceiling in the lobby date back to 1955." Full review
Frommer's "Despite formidable competition by the Ritz-Carlton for elite and sophisticated travelers, this posh resort still has the power to dazzle." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"The lobby of El San Juan is a theatrical backdrop for the veritable fashion parade of folks prancing in for the legendary nightly entertainment." Full review
Time Out "Steeped in history and mid-century glamour, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is one of Puerto Rico’s most iconic resorts. Its prime location along the powdery sands of Isla Verde Beach makes it..." Full review
Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand
"In one form or another, the Fairmont El San Juan has been a key player in the city’s beachfront resort row for more than 50 years. Renovations combine a touch of Old San Juan’s charm with..." Full review
