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Hotel El Convento vs Numero Uno Beach House

Both properties are rated highly by expert writers. On balance, Hotel El Convento ranks significantly higher than Numero Uno Guest House. Hotel El Convento has a TripExpert Score of 95 with praise from 9 publications like Frommer's, Oyster and Gayot.

Hotel El Convento
Hotel El Convento
9 / 10
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
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Concierge Concierge
"Rooms have preserved their period grandeur, with high ceilings, huge windows, Andalusian tile, and exposed mahogany beams."
Fodor's 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." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"This former convent remains the most intoxicating option for travelers in search of the essence of Old San Juan." Full review
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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 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 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." Full review
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Numero Uno Beach House
Numero Uno Beach House
8 / 10
1 Santa Ana Street, Ocean Park, San Juan 00911, Puerto Rico
From $84 /night
  • Free Internet
  • Free Breakfast
  • Concierge
  • Restaurant
  • Pool
  • Free Parking
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Concierge Concierge
"Numero Uno, one of a handful of beachfront guesthouses in San Juan, feels like a stylish friend's beach house."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Although the name refers to the hotel's address, Numero Uno is how many guests rate this small hotel."
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"All have cable TV and high-speed Internet access. But you'd be a fool to stay inside and miss the sunsets from the library's terrace." Full review
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Room No. 12 has the best ocean view.
Frommer's Frommer's
"The best guesthouse in Ocean Park has plush, stylish guestrooms with snazzy oversized bathrooms, handsome public areas, and an excellent on-site restaurant and bar" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A whitewashed 1940s beachfront house has been turned into a chic boutique. Minimalist rooms come with stylish design details, smart TV and ceiling fan. There's a pool, a feet-in-the-sand bistro" Full review