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Hotel El Convento vs The Ritz Carlton San Juan

Both Hotel El Convento and The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan are rated highly by expert reviewers. Overall, Hotel El Convento ranks significantly better than The Ritz-Carlton, San Juan. Hotel El Convento comes in at #1 in San Juan with accolades from 9 sources including Star Service, Afar Magazine 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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The Ritz Carlton San Juan
The Ritz Carlton San Juan
8 / 10
6961 Ave of the Governors, Isla Verde, Carolina 00979, Puerto Rico
From $279 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Concierge Concierge
"The luxurious Ritz-Carlton San Juan announces its grandeur with large lion statues spouting water into a courtyard pool."
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Ask for a room overlooking the Atlantic.—
Fodor's Fodor's
"Elegant marble floors and fountains don't undermine the feeling that this is a true beach getaway." Full review
Jetsetter Jetsetter
"Classic island glamour on a beautiful beach with a cool casino, gourmet eats and a slick spa." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Ritz equals posh, so you’d better pack the trendy slacks and bring along a platinum credit card before booking a night here."
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"As the capital's premier deluxe hotel, this huge beachfront resort offers sumptuous accommodations with suave contemporary styling and deluxe bathrooms."
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