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About the Hotel

5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, Puerto Rico, 00979

“The hotel is perfectly situated just a short walk from stunning beaches and vibrant local shops, making it easy to enjoy everything the area has to offer.”view full review

The Royal Sonesta San Juan is a 4-star hotel offering direct access to Isla Verde Beach and a variety of on-site amenities. Guests can enjoy a lagoon-style pool and a full-service spa while being within easy reach of local attractions and shopping areas. Rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com, this Carolina hotel caters to both leisure and business travelers.

Rooms & Amenities

The Royal Sonesta San Juan features 398 modern guest rooms equipped with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and private balconies. Each room includes amenities like Wi-Fi, a safe, and coffee makers designed for convenience. Guests can select from rooms with ocean or city views.

Dining Options

Dining options include Akua Pool Bar, which serves refreshments and light bites, alongside Ocean Breeze offering Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. Additionally, the property features Sottovento Ristorante for Italian fare and Karaya for cocktails and local tapas. A breakfast buffet is also available.

Leisure & Activities

Recreational amenities include a lagoon-style pool with a swim-up bar, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and Zen Spa Brisas offering a range of wellness treatments. Guests can partake in beach activities and explore the nearby historical sites like Old San Juan and El Yunque National Forest.

Business & Transportation

For business travelers, The Royal Sonesta San Juan provides over 2229.5 m² of flexible meeting space, including 16 meeting rooms accommodating up to 600 guests. The property is strategically located, just 3 km from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport, ensuring easy access for attendees.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Ocean Two Double Beds Tub Mobility Accessible

Max:

2 persons

260 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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King Room Garden View

Max:

2 persons

260 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Club King Room Terrace

Max:

2 persons

280 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Carolina 6.0 mi

Airports

Luis Munoz Marin International (SJU) 3.0 mi

Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci (SIG) 6.2 mi

Train

Sagrado Corazón 2.7 mi

Hato Rey 2.9 mi

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Restaurant Options

“During my stay, I loved the dining options available at the hotel. We dined at Saki and Ruth's Chris, and both were really good. The food was delicious, and we thoroughly enjoyed exploring these culinary delights within the hotel.” view full review

Very nice Pool Experience

“The pool area was such a highlight of my trip! It was spacious, warm, and even had a swim-up bar, which made lounging there incredibly enjoyable. I loved that there were always seats available, even during peak hours!” view full review

Comfortable and Spacious Rooms

“I was impressed with our room on the 12th floor. It was a good size with a wonderful view and a very comfortable bed. I still remember the amazing pillows, which were so good that my husband is on a quest to find something similar!” view full review

Well-Designed Bathroom

“The bathroom may have been a bit smaller, but it was very functional with a powerful shower and plenty of hot water. I also appreciated the separate vanity area, which made it easy for both of us to get ready without feeling cramped.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Paid Wi-Fi
On-site car park
Handicap parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed (limited amount or weight)
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Table tennis

Services

Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Children's menu
Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Sun terrace
Garden area
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Steam room
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Beauty treatment

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, Puerto Rico, 00979

Map view

5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, Puerto Rico, 00979

City landmarks

Shopping Area

Isla Verde Mall

3200 ft

Beach

Isla Verde Beach

2900 ft

Landmark

Playa Isla Verde

4900 ft

Store

Pueblo Supermarket at Isla Verde

2400 ft

Church

Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church

4800 ft

Landmark

WOW Surfing School

2400 ft

Synagogue

Chabad Lubavitch of Puerto Rico

2400 ft

Beach

Watersports 4U

2600 ft

Landmark

Reserva Marina Arrecife de la Isla Verde

2700 ft

Night club

Club Brava and Ultra Lounge

2700 ft

Landmark

Pine Grove Surfing Beach

3000 ft

Casino

Casino del Sol at Courtyard Marriott

3600 ft

Beach

Vivo Beach Club

1.3 mi

Landmark

Parque Dr. Jose Celso Barbosa

2.0 mi

Landmark

Teodoro Moscoso Bridge

1.3 mi

Island

Isla Guachinanga

1.4 mi

Landmark

Balneario Isla Verde

1.4 mi

Landmark

Parque Isla Verde

1.4 mi

Landmark

Punta Las Marias Skate Park

1.3 mi

Landmark

Laguna San Jose

1.4 mi

Landmark

Carolina Public Beach

1.6 mi

Beach

Playa Ocean Park

2.1 mi

Landmark

Plaza Loiza

1.7 mi

Landmark

Ocean Park

2.1 mi

Beach

Balneario de Carolina

10.5 mi

Nearby

5869 Av. Isla Verde

Coral Beach Apartments

900 ft

6063 Ave Isla Verde El San Juan Resort & Casino

El San Juan Casino

1100 ft

Puerto Rico

Hobie Beach

1700 ft

El Alambique Beach

1800 ft

Beach

Playa Hobbie

1700 ft

Restaurants

SAK-I Asian Fusion

100 ft

5961 Isla Verde Ave. InterContinental Hotel

Mi Casita

400 ft

6150 Av. Plazoleta Isla Verde

Ciao Mediterranean

1100 ft

5961 Ave Isla Verde InterContinental San Juan Resort

Alambique Beach Lounge

1200 ft

5806 Calle Tartak Cond.Racquet Club Carolina PR

Marco's Pizza Isla Verde

300 ft

Plazoleta de Isla Verde Shopping #12

Cana by Juliana Gonzalez

1100 ft

6063 Ave Isla Verde El San Juan Hotel

Popeye's

1000 ft

Av. 65 de Infanteria

Yamato Sushi and Teppan-Yaki Restaurant

1100 ft

6063 Ave Isla Verde

Starbucks

900 ft

6063 Ave Isla Verde

Galeria Trattoria

900 ft

6063 Ave Isla Verde

Lupi's Mexican grill & sports cantina

1000 ft

6369 Ave Isla Verde

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

Jim

United States, March 2025

8.0/10

We had a wonderful stay at the hotel, especially enjoying the fantastic beach and well-kept pool area. The location is perfect, just steps from the beautiful Isla Verde beach and various dining options. The rooms were clean but somewhat dated, and while the service was good, there were some hiccups with air conditioning. Overall, it was a solid choice for our pre-cruise stay with some minor improvements needed in certain areas.

Rooms

7.0

The room was clean and featured two queen beds, but it was a bit dated and had an obstructed entryway due to a small fridge.

Service

8.0

The service was friendly, with staff like Nestor at the concierge providing helpful assistance, although some amenities could be better highlighted.

Location

10.0

The location is outstanding, just a short distance from the airport and right on Isla Verde beach, making it super convenient.

Dining

6.0

The dining options around the pool were enjoyable, but the breakfast buffet did not meet expectations in variety for the price.

Facilities

9.0

The pool area was stunning and the beach was gorgeous, contributing to an overall relaxing experience.

Scott

United States, February 2025

7.8/10

I had a wonderful experience at this hotel, thanks to the exceptional service and the beautiful beach. While the rooms were comfortable, they could use a little updating, especially the carpets. The dining options left something to be desired, particularly for breakfast, which was overpriced and limited. Overall, it was a great stay, but there are definitely areas for improvement.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were comfortable but in need of updating, particularly the carpets.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, and I appreciated how accommodating the staff was in addressing my needs.

Location

9.0

The hotel is conveniently located minutes from the airport and Old San Juan, making it easy to get around.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited and the breakfast buffet was overpriced with not enough variety.

Facilities

8.0

The beach and pool area were beautiful and well maintained, providing a great spot to relax.

Charles

United States, February 2025

9.0/10

My stay at the Intercontinental in San Juan was wonderful! The hotel offers stunning ocean views and the cleanliness was top-notch, making my trip feel very relaxing. The staff was friendly and went above and beyond, particularly during check-in. However, the dining options could be improved, as I found some of the meals to be quite pricey. Overall, the hotel is an excellent choice for a comfortable stay with great amenities.

Rooms

10.0

The rooms were beautifully furnished, clean, and provided gorgeous views of the ocean. The beds were super comfortable, which added to the relaxation.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with staff being very accommodating, especially Amanda at check-in and Rey at the valet stand. Their attentiveness made all the difference.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location is outstanding! It's conveniently located close to the beach and several restaurants, plus it's only a short drive from the airport.

Dining

7.0

While the dining options were good, I did find the prices a bit steep. Having better variety or more reasonable prices could enhance the experience.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were great, especially the pool area which was well-kept and always had available loungers. The beach area was lovely as well.

Earl

United States, January 2025

6.0/10

I recently stayed at this hotel and found it to have a lovely beach area and a vibrant pool scene. The location is very convenient, just a short drive from the airport. However, the experiences I had with the staff were disappointing, as I encountered issues with service and some cleanliness concerns. On top of that, the dining options weren't what I hoped for, making it hard to fully enjoy my stay.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms looked nice and were comfortable, though I wished I had more than two flat pillows. My room was boarded up for renovations later, which made me question its readiness.

Service

5.0

Unfortunately, I found the service lacking. Staff members didn't assist me when I struggled with my bags, and interactions felt rude at times, which was quite surprising in a place like this.

Location

8.0

The location is great, being only 10 minutes from the airport and close to local eateries. The beachfront is beautiful, which made up for some of the other disappointments.

Dining

5.0

Dining was a letdown for me. The food options were overpriced and not particularly fresh, which is something I really value during vacations.

Facilities

6.0

The pool area was lively and beautifully maintained, but the hot tub didn't provide the therapeutic experience I expected and felt more like a warm place to sit.

Beautiful beachfront

Rude staff interactions

Eddie

United States, October 2024

7.4/10

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