The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.0 star property
VIP Access

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Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
2 bars/lounges, 2 beach bars, swim-up bar, poolside bar
2 bars/lounges, 2 beach bars, swim-up bar, poolside bar
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, 00979
  • Place, Isla Verde Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Balneario de Carolina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪4 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Club)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Club)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(151 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(111 reviews)
  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility Accesible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • City view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About this property

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Royal Sonesta San Juan's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 6 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request
The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers 398 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation has separate sitting areas. 42-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include baths 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 a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. 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 centre.

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

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 4 treatment rooms. Services include facials and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open selected days.
The Royal Sonesta San Juan's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Isla Verde Beach. Features include 6 restaurants, 2 beach bars and a full-service spa.
  • For dining with pool views, stop by Aleli Restaurant, one of the property's 6 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Valet parking and self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to body treatments, massages or facials at the spa
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the beach
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Isla Verde Beach and 6 minutes on foot from Carolina Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Enjoy the umbrellas and sunloungers for a relaxing day at the beach. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at The Royal Sonesta San Juan such as an outdoor pool and a fitness centre.

There are 6 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 beach bars and 2 bars/lounges. WiFi is available in public spaces for a fee. This beach resort also offers a garden and a terrace. For a fee, parking is available. The property offers extended parking privileges.

This 4-star Carolina resort is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM and at the weekend from 6:00 AM to noon.
Aleli Restaurant – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.
Ocean Breeze – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Caribbean cuisine and only serves lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Karaya – This bar only serves dinner. 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. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (USD 27 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 33 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM to noon on weekends; USD 36 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 beach bars
  • 6 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar

Restaurants on site

  • Akua Bar
  • Aleli Restaurant
  • Karaya
  • La Bodeguita
  • Ocean Breeze

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16 meeting rooms
  • 24,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 4 treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open select days
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (76 centimetre high)

More

  • 15 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately USD 36.00 for adults and from 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)

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 and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • 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.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • 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. 1611 out of 2297 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 364 out of 2297 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 177 out of 2297 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 2297 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 2297 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

SHI-DAE ROSE

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Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Hena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The hotel was perfectly fine but there were so many little details missing from making it an excellent stay. Only one of the three elevators worked at a time. At a fancy resort you expect a doorman, there were people standing around but only once or twice did someone open the door. Our key card was deactivated an hour early even though we had a late checkout. The included breakfast was something you would expect at a Best Western and you had to pay extra for the 'good' breakfast. Overall the hotel is very nice it's just the small details that need to be improved.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bethany

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My first night I kept waking up throughout the night being bitten by bugs in the bed. Thankfully, they switched my room and the rest of the nights were fine. However, they refused to refund my first night of hell. This hotel is way overpriced ($361.60/night!) and for that luxury price I'd expect a clean hotel and courteous staff. The hotel is outdated with limited dining options.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yesenia

It's my 2nd time
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo Alfonso

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Elisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I was given the wrong room type I booked and paused for garden view and was given a room that was outdated
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room with a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very clean and ocean view was def worth the money. Hotel was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and comfortable! Everyone was so kind and helpful! Thank you Royal Sonesta for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deeksha

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My reservation included parking and had to pay for parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen M, Wethersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel! Staff was awesome, from bartenders to front desk. Will return!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Magdalena

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time, the Resort was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Latevia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, with a few exceptions, we really enjoyed our stay at the Royal Sonesta. We LOVED how helpful Dani was, if not for him we would have been stranded at the ferry, he was truly a lifesaver and an absolute delight!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernst

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcus

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raffaelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

JANESSA, Phoenix

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean with a beautiful view. Guest services was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Geraldine

The hotel is nice. The staff is friendly. But myself, my husband and, my brother in law and his wife who also stayed there were all attacked by BED BUGS.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Vidura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beach access, pool and beach bar were great. Rooms and the property itself is a bit dated and it shows.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pool Fantastic! Lobby Bar and restaurant excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025