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EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only

3.5 star property

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A bar area with a bartender, shelves with glasses, hanging pendant lights, and a wooden counter.
Signature Room, Balcony
A modern outdoor bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, wooden pergola, and patterned tiles.
Reception
Reception

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Explore the area

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312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan, 00901
  • Place, Castillo de San Cristobal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Juan
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Signature Room, Balcony

A bedroom with a bed, a wall-mounted artwork, a window with a view, and a door.

Signature Room, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Standard Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, and a blue abstract painting on the wall.

Standard Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(77 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Room, Multiple Beds

A hotel room with a checkered floor, two beds, a large wall painting, and an air conditioning unit.

Superior Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Exclusive Room, Terrace

A modern outdoor bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, wooden pergola, and patterned tiles.

Exclusive Room, Terrace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

San Juan

EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only puts you in the heart of San Juan, within just a 10-minute stroll of Port of San Juan and Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Old San Juan hotel include Castillo de San Cristobal and San Juan Gate.

What's nearby

  • Plaza de Armas - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castillo de San Cristobal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port of San Juan - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Juan Gate - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Universidad Station - 14 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Mallorca - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pirilo Pizza Rústica - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Caficultura - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café Finca Cialitos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Maví - ‬1 min walk

About this property

EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only

EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only offers its guests a rooftop terrace and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge.

This 3.5-star San Juan hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower. This San Juan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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  • Air-conditioning
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 23 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 23 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 23 years old aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

El Colonial
El Colonial Adults Only Juan
El Colonial - Adults Only Hotel
El Colonial - Adults Only San Juan
El Colonial - Adults Only Hotel San Juan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only?

EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only?

As of 7 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only on 13 Jul 2026 start from NZ$218, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only?

The closest beach to EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only is Condado Beach (3.3 km).

Is EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only family-friendly?

No, EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only?

No, EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

EL Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1115 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 113 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1526 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1526 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for adults!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in OSJ.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, staff and room!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wylly

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room; friendly, attentive staff; open bar...pretty amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice environment. Location is absolutely excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with comfortable, clean room that was quiet. Nearby sights, shopping and restaurants. The lobby bar was very nice as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice old hotel within walking distance of everything. Open bar for guests was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly and hospitable. They were also very helpful with information on restaurant/bars around San Juan.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel in the heart of Old San Juan. Plenty of shopping and great food in easy walking distance. Excellent staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean room
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Wonderful rooftop.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel which is centrally located. The staff was helpful and friendly. There was no hot water in the shower during our stay but other than that I enjoyed my stay and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this hotel. Very quaint. The staff was fabulous!! I would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our host, our location, our room and the bar! We look forward to staying at El Colonial again in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Toli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best location. Property with character and history. Beautiful room with a terrace with a tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kristen

Hotel was cute.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sanja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was absolutely excellent from start to finish! The hotel was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing experience. What truly made our stay unforgettable was Christian—he went above and beyond to make sure we felt welcome and taken care of. His kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail were outstanding. We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Dahlia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, free beverages and alcohol, walking distance to center
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniella

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
amazing staff, beautiful building, comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very good point in old town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool building, good location to go see the “Old Town” and the staff were great. The beds were not very comfortable and with the property being right by several bars and tends to be loud at night even during the week.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent central location to: Both forts, restaurant's, even Walgreens. Hotel clean & comfortable lounge area. The open bar was a nice bonus. Coffee is amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay in old San Juan. Near plaza Colon that is the hub to many events and tours. Clean, friendly and with attention to detail. A quiet resting place out of the business of the tourist influx that happens when visitors arrive.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026