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Hotel El Convento

Property class: 4.5

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A yellow building with "EL CONVENTO" sign, columns, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A hallway with a tiled floor, a black door at the end, and a round, patterned mat in the center.
A courtyard with a tree, potted plants, outdoor seating, and a yellow building with arches and balconies.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of the outside.
A conference room with a long table, chairs, and a chandelier.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$856
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov

Explore the area

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100 Cristo St, San Juan, 00901
  • Place, Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerta de San Juan
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Juan
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Room

A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a small side table with a plant, and a chair.

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Garden Terrace

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a ceiling fan, a painting on the wall, and an open door leading to a balcony with chairs and a table.

Garden Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Junior Single Room

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted mirror, and a window with shutters.

Junior Single Room

  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the outdoors.

Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • Bay view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

San Juan

A luxury stay in San Juan awaits you at Hotel El Convento. You'll find Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista a few steps away and Port of San Juan within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this boutique hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and LCD TVs. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, gym and pool loungers as well as access to free bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Old San Juan hotel include Castillo San Felipe del Morro and Castillo de San Cristobal.

What's nearby

  • Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puerta de San Juan - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Port of San Juan - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 10 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Taberna Lúpulo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Factoría - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Ostra Cosa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nono's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Don Collins Coffee Cocktails - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel El Convento

Hotel El Convento offers its guests an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and complimentary bicycles. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Hotel El Convento.

This 4.5-star San Juan hotel is smoke free.

  • 81 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel El Convento offers 81 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes desks. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Patio del Nispero

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 35.0 per night.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 25 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 35.0 per night

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 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, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Convento
Convento Hotel
El Convento
El Convento Hotel
El Convento San Juan
El Hotel Convento
Hotel Convento
Hotel El Convento
Hotel El Convento San Juan
Hotel El Convento Hotel
Hotel El Convento San Juan
Hotel El Convento Hotel San Juan

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel El Convento?

Hotel El Convento offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel El Convento?

As of 29 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel El Convento on 2 Nov 2026 start from NZ$856, 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 Hotel El Convento?

The closest beach to Hotel El Convento is Condado Beach (3.8 km).

Does Hotel El Convento have a pool?

Hotel El Convento has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

What makes Hotel El Convento a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel El Convento.

Is Hotel El Convento family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and free bike rentals, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel El Convento is a hit with families.

Does Hotel El Convento serve breakfast?

Sure does, cooked-to-order brekkie is available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel El Convento?

No, Hotel El Convento does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel El Convento?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel El Convento?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel El Convento?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel El Convento Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 776 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 136 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite hotels anywhere. We always stay here when in San Juan.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in old san juan
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location walkable to local attractions, clean rooms with ac and attentive and friendly staff
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel in the heart of old San Juan. Clean and comfortable rooms, good service and the location is great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was beautiful and charming, wonderful to experience the history of old San Juan.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was incredible service, beautiful hotel, safe and conveniently located if you want to stay in Old San Juan!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A clean, maintained colonial-style building in the heart of San Juan, with a restaurant inside-unbeatable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is amazing, very historical, keeping the original charm. Perfect location is a huge plus, staff are very professional and very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful hotel in Old San Juan, right in the heart of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great location but parking is difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great hotel all around, in the middle of everything! The morning complementary coffee and afternoon wine & cheese were a nice treat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the middle of Old San Juan. It is located in the oldest square. Great food! Great amenities! I’ll definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location for walk ability and to experience Old San Juan. Live that it isn’t a “resort “ excellent staff!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful Spanish colonial building in the center of Old San Juan. We had a lovely, romantic staff with incredible staff and luxury services.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the place, location, staff, vibe, food, and everything. Great place and highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has such a relaxing Caribbean vibe, we loved it. My only complaint was the beds were two small, however we ended up asking for a roll away which we got for free.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff… Very clean…
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We love this hotel, this is our second time staying here and it didn’t disappoint us!!! The staff were extremely friendly and kind!!!! Just because of the staff ( front desk and the man in charge of helping us with our bags! He made us feel so welcome and happy) and location we will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's a beautiful, historical hotel. It was a pleasure to stay in it. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location right in Old San Juan! Although small, we enjoyed the rooftop pool. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Right in the heart of Old San Juan. Very clean and close to everything. I would recommend if I was to return to this particular area of Puerto Rico.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything in walking distance
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing stay. The hotel beautiful and very romantic. Right in the heart of Old San Juen, just stepping the door puts you in walking distance of restaurants, bars, shops and site seeing spots. I highly recommend the hotel to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026