The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.0 star property
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
2 bars/lounges, 2 beach bars, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
    Parking available

Explore the area

Map
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, 00979
  • Isla Verde Beach
    3 min walk
  • Carolina Beach
    6 min walk
  • Pine Grove Beach
    10 min walk
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    15 min walk

Room options

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View (Mobility Accessible - Roll-In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Roll-In Shower)

  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower, Ocean View (Mobility Accesible)

  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Club)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Club)

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility, Bathtub)

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • 32 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 40 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View (Junior)

  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View

  • 33 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 99 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View (Junior)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Carolina

With a stay at The Royal Sonesta San Juan in Carolina (Isla Verde), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Isla Verde Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Carolina Beach. .This beach resort is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Condado Beach and 5.5 mi (8.8 km) from Pan American Pier.

What's nearby

  • Isla Verde Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Balneario de Carolina - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 7 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Pinero Station - 7 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Verace - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mi Casita Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪24 Market Place - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Bodeguita - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

Beach spa retreat walking distance from Isla Verde Beach
The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers 398 accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Rooms open to balconies. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations have separate sitting areas. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

In-room wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps) is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks, and desk chairs. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open select days.
Make yourself at home in one of the 398 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Wireless internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this resort include wireless internet access (surcharge), concierge services, and gift shops/newsstands.
Grab a bite at Aleli Restaurant, one of the resort's 4 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. When you are in need of a refreshing drink, visit the poolside bar or one of 2 bars/lounges, or 2 beach bars. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM and on weekends from 6:00 AM to noon for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Planning an event in Carolina? This resort has 24000 square feet (2230 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 16 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and noon.
Aleli Restaurant - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House - This steakhouse specializes in American cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Karaya - This bar serves dinner only. Open daily.
La Bodeguita - Overlooking the garden, this coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Akua Bar - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0 per stay)

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking on site (USD 27 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 33 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Motorhome/coach/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–noon on weekends: USD 33.00 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • 4 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 beach bars, 2 bars/lounges, 1 swim-up bar and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • Aleli Restaurant
  • Ruth’s Chris Steak House
  • Karaya
  • La Bodeguita
  • Akua Bar

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Gift shop/newsstand

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Concierge services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space (24000 square feet)
  • Meeting rooms - 16

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beachfront location
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Nature reserve
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Massages
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Sauna
  • Spa open selected days
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 91
  • Deep-pile carpet in room
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 76
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Beach towels
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • TV channels
  • iPod dock
  • Premium channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Office
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Slippers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 12 2024 to December 16 2024 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues

Guests will have access to the following alternate facilities during the renovation:

  • Business facilities
  • Health club
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Recreational facilities

During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee: 22 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately USD 33.00 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 0 per stay (rates may vary)
  • Self parking fee: USD 27 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 33 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

InterContinental Hotel San Juan
InterContinental San Juan
San Juan InterContinental
Intercontinental San Juan Hotel Isla Verde
InterContinental San Juan Puerto Rico/Isla Verde
Intercontinental San Juan Resort And Casino
InterContinental San Juan Hotel
InterContinental San Juan Resort Carolina
InterContinental San Juan Resort
InterContinental San Juan Carolina
InterContinental Juan Carolin

The Royal Sonesta San Juan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1092 out of 1607 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 283 out of 1607 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 124 out of 1607 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 55 out of 1607 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 1607 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Yaroslav

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The moment I entered the room, I noticed a strong, musty odor that made it difficult to relax. It became clear that the room was excessively humid, which only exacerbated the smell. Despite my attempts to air out the room, the odor persisted throughout my stay. The humidity also made the bedding feel damp and uncomfortable, which significantly impacted my ability to sleep. I reported the issue to the front desk, but the staff's response was less than satisfactory, and no effective solution was offered. I hope the management takes steps to address these problems for future guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yanique

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was friendly and they make you feel welcome.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Madison

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and comfortable with a lovely balcony where we could sit and relax. The staff were absolutely wonderful and very friendly. Loved having the option of using the pool or walking right out to the beach. Will definitely be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micaela

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went with a friend and my son. Nice area. Close to airport, not far from old San Juan. Would go again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
The resort was nice the only problem was that my room had a horrible mildew smell we complained they sent a maintenance guy to change an air filter but that didn’t help at all. Room felt damp and sticky for the amount of money they charge they should do something about the 6th floor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Danielza

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property Very clean The staff is the BEST Nice drinks However it has mildew smell all over
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raquel Cruz-Carter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view of the ocean. It was like a dream come true with a great staff. Hilton took care of our room and made sure we had a towel character waiting in our for a whimsical touch. The staff ensured we had a great vacation to celebrate our 25th anniversary. The beach and pool were great too.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with 5 star pool and beach area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Gail

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overpriced for what you get. The rooms are old and dirty. The service is very slow, overpriced and poor. The food is the worst. The Fairmount is a much better hotel and 1 min away.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Tiara

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed at the sonesta for 7 days and 6 nights. The first night we arrived we were issued an unclean room. Towels with hair in them, hair balls around the bed and also a stain in the shower that resembled a tampon and string. I was so tired and frustrated I did not ask for a different room. I let the front desk know and nothing was done. No money off or apologies. I confirmed the room was not cleaned because after the first night, housekeeping came and the stain in the shower had disappeared, but the hair around the bed was still there. Fast forward to the last 2 nights of my stay my entire body is covered in bed bug bites!!!!! I can’t stop itching and scratching! Differently will be staying elsewhere if I decide to come back to PR. The experience for the price was not worth it. I was disappointed that this is what my birthday trip consisted of. Also they said they did not have laundry services which was super inconvenient since we stayed for 7 days.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Valentina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The overall decoration was nice, walking distance to the beach and gym.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyriq

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time traveling, definitely worth it wanted to make me travel more!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

VANISHA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like that someone followed me on the property from the street and they wasn’t stay there
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property, beach , hotel and the staff as great
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Keaira

Travelled with group
Beach was great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Great staff especially our room attendant Hilton!! Food and drinks were very expensive at the hotel but it was nice to have wait staff working the pool and beach area. The billing statement was very confusing with the resort fee and the $100. Fee charged to your room each day. I had asked to have my bill split between 2 credit cards and that wasn’t done correctly. That was my only complaint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olesia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All like
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAQUANAH

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great resort more family oriented wish it was adults only because it made me miss my kids but I know where I can bring them next time
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Vanessa

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Completely deciving from the online pictures, rooms are dirty, hallways are dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent rooms, pool, and beach. Beautiful hotel grounds and very pleasant service. Great drinks at all bars, but really pricy (47 plus tip for two simple cocktails??). Needs more entertainment... a lounge with live music, a club, something like that.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024