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El Colonial - Adults Only

3.5 star property
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Rooftop terrace
Building design
Bar (on property)
Reception
Standard Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

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312 C. de San Francisco, San Juan, San Juan, 00901
  • Port of San Juan
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Pan American Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬
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Room options

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Signature Room

Signature Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, laptop workspace

Exclusive Room

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

El Colonial - Adults Only

Adults-only hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
This smoke-free hotel features a bar/lounge, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available on request.
El Colonial - Adults Only offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary toiletries. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. 50-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. This San Juan hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of El Colonial - Adults Only's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Port of San Juan. Features include free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and concierge services. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Services include a concierge
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the helpful staff
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Port of San Juan and Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
El Colonial - Adults Only offers its guests a 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.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

  • 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

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 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25 per pet, per day
  • Food and water bowls are available

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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 72 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

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

El Colonial - Adults Only Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 928 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 61 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1163 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scot

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perhaps the worst hotel choice I've made since forever... Given that it was rated the #3 hotel in Trip Advisor and over a 9 on Expedia: I was led to the slaughter. It was over $1400 for three nights and this "3.5 star hotel" was more like a dirty, loud, 2 star hotel with cold showers. Needed to clean my feet every time they touched the tile floor. It has NOT been renovated. Love historical properties. OK with taking luggage upstairs. Loved the location. Staff was great. Free drinks is great. Rooftop is a plus. Bed was good. But OMG, it could not have been louder. Took three cold showers. First time since Scout camp when I was 14. Have traveled a lot. Use to be every week. But the downs were just to great to justify its perks. My wife wanted to check out and find another hotel, but I just didn't want the disruption.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel, Silver Spring

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old San Juan is beautiful but it’s 500 years old and the hotel is 150 years old it’s a beautiful place.l
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Honor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff are friendly but I wouldn’t choose this hotel a second time. It’s way overpriced for what it is. The building is very interesting and they really do try their best, but it’s fairly decrepit with uncomfortable beds and cheap furnishings. If you want to take advantage of an open bar and that means a lot to you, the bartender is very nice and we had a nice simple rum drink upon arrival. The location is great, too, and maybe it is better than other hotels in this neighborhood? I would just choose something different next time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great staff and stay, we would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place!

I would absolutely stay here again. It's pretty awesome to be handed your room key and asked if you need a beer. The internet worked fairly well, the rooms were clean, and I could not hear any riff raff outside. Also, it's very well-located in the heart of everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property has a great location in Old San Juan. The hotel operates by a code entry door. We intially had to be buzzed in. We felt the intial greeting was a bit awkward and not the warmest. Almost felt like we were grilled with questions to verify our stay at the door step. I gather this is a security measure. Hotel is clean and quiet. Adult only guests. The 24/7 locked main door eases saftey concerns. Luggage storage offered before check in. No elevator, so pack light. We climbed 3 flights with luggage. Room clean and quaint. Next time we may choose an interior room to avoid street noise from the balcony. All in all the hotel was good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard, HAMDEN

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern approach. They have no elevator, but our luggage was delivered to our room. The room was ready before the official checkin time.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Scott a

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Russ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great little hotel in the middle of Old San Juan. Steps from everything. Hotel staff were absolute legends, super friendly, free bar and great advice on things to do in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel El Colonial in Old San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a hidden gem that exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I arrived, the staff made me feel like family—so incredibly friendly and attentive, always going above and beyond to ensure my stay was perfect. The location is unbeatable, right in the heart of Old San Juan. You're just steps away from charming streets, delicious restaurants, and lively bars, making it easy to explore everything the area has to offer. One of the highlights is their 24/7 open bar service—whether you’re in the mood for a cocktail after a day of sightseeing or want to relax with a drink in hand at any hour, it’s a game changer. The atmosphere is cozy, yet vibrant, and the entire hotel has a warm, welcoming vibe. If you're looking for a place with both character and convenience, Hotel El Colonial is the perfect spot to stay in San Juan.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Free sparkling water and drinks in the comfortable lobby. The room was small and there was some noise from the other rooms. No hot water :-( Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

El Colonial Old San Juan

Great little escape in Old San Juan w open free bar! Extremely friendly and accommodating staff! Easy walking distance to food shopping and municipal inexpensive parking. This is my second time there. They must have noted and gave me a free bottle of wine for the room. Great terrace view.Safe area.
These are all from the rooftop terrace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mairim Rosario

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zheng

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, clean, and quiet! The open bar was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super cool and helpful. The VIP room has the this old feel to it with the wooden doors and windows. Right in the heart of everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzann

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location...very nice to have a 24 hour front desk... the open bar, my husband enjoyed it very much..., fantastic staff...lobby and bar area was fun to meet fellow travelers....and these are all amazing features of this great property. Our room was 408 and had a private balcony with tub and shower outside, how cool! We loved it! Beware however, 75 stairs to get to the room and outside porch lights won't turn off at night. Mute point for the solitude and romance. Highly recommend. Thank you to the staff for helping make our stay wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Greg

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great welcoming staff and complimentary beverage water coffee, very central pet friendly Clean comfortable bedding high ceilings rooms windows both sides. Super happy with this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Colonial was great. We loved the staff and the space, and it’s so convenient for exploring Old San Juan!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very romantic place.

People was nice. The place was very clean. They served drinks around the clock. Very quiet with no children. It is a very good location. No elevators or closet in the room. I would recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024