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Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
5 stars

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina 00979, Puerto Rico
+1 787 791 1000
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€271
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rate per night

7.9
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based on 733 reviews

Fairmont El San Juan Hotel
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Room Type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
€271
Double room
€294
King room
€313

About Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

  • Hotel Room
    You’ll have a private room with all the hotel’s amenities
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi for free

With a storied past showcasing performances by Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole, the luxury, 1950s-built El San Juan is considered a local icon. Thanks to a $60 million renovation in 2016, the legend continues. A mix of families, couples, singles, and business travelers find themselves at the dazzling hotel.

The hotel sits right on Isla Verde Beach, between the famously wide, white-sand and Isla Verde Avenue, the neighborhood's main road. The boulevard is lined with luxury hotels, numerous restaurants, and takes guests to the popular Condado area and historic Old San Juan. Guests also appreciate being able to walk to the nearby Walgreens or CVS to stock up on snacks and necessities. Juan Munoz Marin International Airport is only a short distance away for travelers.

With a beautiful beachfront location, four pools, five restaurants, seven bars, a nightclub, and a state-of-the-art three-story fitness center, the hotel rivals any all-inclusive in the area. All restaurants on-site offer something for everyone, ranging from steak and seafood to Mediterranean and family-style. The lobby is a hub of entertainment with three bars, a café, Chico Cabaret, and the on-site nightclub Brava. Apart from dining and entertainment, the multiple pools are a major highlight of the hotel. The impressive 24-hour fitness center and spa offer a range of equipment and services for guests.

Accommodations available include Tower Rooms, Suites, Villas, and Specialty Suites. Guest rooms were all overhauled in the property's 2016 renovation. Beds are incredibly plush, and all rooms are equipped with big flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, minibars, and ample tech plugs. Closets in the rooms contain bathrobes, irons, ironing boards, and safes. More amenities and space are offered as rooms are upgraded.

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Amenities at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Tour desk
  • Key access
  • Key card access
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Conference rooms
  • Safety deposit box
  • Bottle of water

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Pool view
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Beachfront
  • Sea view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor
  • City view

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins
  • Conditioner

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Accessible by lift
  • Adapted bath
  • Allergy-free room
  • Upper floors accessible by lift

Pool and spa

  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Plunge pool
  • Pool towels
  • Pool with a view
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Dining

  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Bicycle hire
  • Casino
  • Game room
  • Evening entertainment
  • Beauty salon
  • Pool table
  • Water sport facilities (on site)
  • Night club

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Trouser press
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Tumble dryer

Bedroom

  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Pay-per-view channels
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Kids meals
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Reviews of Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

7.9
GoodBased on 733 verified guest reviews
7.2Solo
8.1Friends
8.0Families
7.8Couples

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10.0 Wonderful
Loved the entire property. Restaurants are amazing. Live nightly entertainment amazing. Love it so much we are booking our wedding there.
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10.0 Wonderful
Excellent
L
10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The beach, the pool and the lobby was amazing
Cons:The price of the alcohol could be less.
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8.2 Very Good
Cons:We didn't like the partying and the loud music
A
2.0 Poor
Pros:Nothing
Cons:Nothing
A
6.2 Okay
Pros:The front desk staff upon check-in was very welcoming, helpful and informative. I love that the physical integrity of the lobby has not been changed (yet). The entertainment (Calma Carmona) on Thursday night at the lounge was amazingly talented!
Cons:Hilton recently purchased the property and are in the process of a $60-million renovation project. The soft opening was February 5, 2017 -- two weeks prior to our stay. According to the staff we spoke with there are currently only 50 rooms completed and available for rental. This became obvious when the hammering and drilling started at 7:30AM! Sleeping-in while on vacation was impossible. The casino in the lobby has been removed! This use to be a huge draw and great source of entertainment. Evidently there is no plan to replace it. The non-authentic food by the pool was less than mediocre. Although there were only 50 rooms available for rental there weren't enough chairs by the main pool with the swim-up bar to accommodate the guests. What will happen when they are at full capacity? The construction dust near the second pool made it difficult to relax and breathe.
A
8.0 Very Good
Pros:The location was great
Cons:No microwave for guest to use
A
8.5 Very Good
Pros:Love the accommodation,cleaning,staff was great Not family hotel,there's nothing for kids even teenager
Cons:It's very expensive,we pay $21.00 dollar just for a bottle of water and a banana smoothie by the pool
A
6.5 Okay
Pros:Beach area is beautiful There are plenty of pool options Lots of eating options on the grounds (all are pricey such as $25 for a burger, fries, and a Coke) Our room wasn't ready even though it was after 3:00pm, so we got a $50 hotel credit! Near an area with good food options like US chains, US fast food, Puerto Rican/Dominican foods, bakeries, pizza, and burgers.
Cons:It felt like overall they need to update the grounds They are charging you based on what the hotel used to be in it's glory days, not what it currently is. Mini fridge kept popping open/didn't cool drinks that well. You need to get to the pool area by 10:00 to get a bed or chair with un umbrella.
R
6.8 Okay
Pros:Beautiful older resort close to Resturants
Cons:Way over priced. Payed 400 total for room for one night and had to pay 50$ to use the pool and beach area. I would never stay at this hotel again.

Location

6063 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina 00979

What's nearby

  • Isla Verde Beach300 m
  • Isla Verde0.7 km
  • Carolina Beach1.4 km
  • Barbosa Park3.4 km
  • Ocean Park3.8 km
  • University of Puerto Rico5.5 km
  • Plaza Carolina7.1 km
  • Cruise Line Terminal10 km
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro11.6 km
  • Bosque nacional El Yunque28.2 km
  • Mosquito Bay Beach71 km
  • Playa Flamenco75.2 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

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FAQs when booking at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel

  • How do I get from the airport to Fairmont El San Juan Hotel?

    Flying into Luis Munoz Marin International Airport is the easiest way to get to Fairmont El San Juan Hotel as the airport is located 5mins away from the airport. The cheapest form of transportation from the airport to the hotel is taking the shuttle, which is especially convenient for solo travelers and if you do not have a lot of luggage. Alternately, you can take a taxi or ridesharing service, both of which can be accessed from within the airport. For the greatest convenience and freedom, pick up a car rental from the airport’s car rental center, which you can use to tour the Isla Verde Beach throughout your stay.

  • Why should I stay at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel instead of other nearby hotels?

    Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is one of the most storied hotels along the Isla Verde Beach having opened its doors in 1958. The beautiful hotel was designed by the renowned Miami architect Morris Lapidus, and offers some of the best villa room options along the entire Isla Verde beach. The hotel prides itself in its ability to seamlessly provide you with the best island culture while meshing in modern design elements and amenities to give you the ultimate convenience throughout your stay.

  • What pet services are provided at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel?

    Feel free to travel to Fairmont El San Juan Hotel with your furry friend as the hotel happily accommodates both pets and support and service animals of any size, while charging an additional fee per stay. The hotel only allows guests to bring along house trained pets, and provides a welcome package upon arrival. The hotel does not allow guests to leave their pets unattended in their rooms and requires pets to be on leas while in public areas.

  • What restaurant and dining options are available at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel?

    Fairmont El San Juan Hotel provides multiple dining options for guests giving you a wide variety to choose from. The hotel lobby provides travelers with a distinctly lavish atmosphere where you can enjoy various dining and wine options. The chandelier bar at the lobby has become a key experience for guests at the hotel seeking to enjoy the nightlife. Other restaurant options at the hotel include Cana by Juliana Gonzalez, El San Juan beach Club, Bayan Tea Grill, and Meat Market.

  • What fun activities and sports are available at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel?

    Fairmont El San Juan Hotel provides multiple exciting new memorable experiences for guests that include paddle boarding and kayaking, snorkeling and scuba diving, beach bicycle and scooter rentals, and jet ski rides. Additionally, the hotel has a volleyball, tennis, and basketball court, all of which are available to guests throughout their stay. The hotel also has 4 pools that provide distinctly different experiences to guests, albeit all being enjoyable regardless of age. The hotel also has a casino where guests can enjoy the best of the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel nightlife.

  • Where is Fairmont El San Juan Hotel located?

    Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is located at 6063 Isla Verde Avenue, 9.3 km from the centre of Carolina. Isla Verde Beach is the closest landmark to Fairmont El San Juan Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel.

  • Does Fairmont El San Juan Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Fairmont El San Juan Hotel from the airport?

    Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is 2.2 km from San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Fairmont El San Juan Hotel is 8 km from San Juan Isla Grande.

  • Does Fairmont El San Juan Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, Fairmont El San Juan Hotel has a pool on-site.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Fairmont El San Juan Hotel hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel in Carolina and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Fairmont El San Juan Hotel and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Fairmont El San Juan Hotel.

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Good to know

Value for money

7.2

Distance to city centre

9.3 km

Nearest airport

San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Intl

Distance to airport

1.6 km