The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.0 star property

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Outdoor pool, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas
On the beach, white sand, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
View from room
Hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
2 bars/lounges, 2 beach bars, swim-up bar, poolside bar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar

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5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, 00979
  • Isla Verde Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Balneario de Carolina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • 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 this property

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

On beach with outdoor pool for sandy fun near Isla Verde Beach
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 4 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request
The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers 398 accommodations with iPod docking stations and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. 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 coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 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 massages. 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 4 restaurants, 2 beach bars and a full-service spa.
  • For dining with pool views, stop by Aleli Restaurant, one of the property's 4 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 massages 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 clean guestrooms and the pool
  • Just a 3-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 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafΘ and a nearby snack bar/deli. 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.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House – This steakhouse specialises in American cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. 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. Open selected days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

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

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 33 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 beach bars
  • 4 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

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
  • 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)

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 12 August 2024 to 28 February 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues

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

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

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

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 33.00 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 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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • 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. 1145 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 59 out of 1685 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1685 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it for family!
The place was lovely, beach was amazing. If you are going for the pool, nit sure my rating would be as high. It was crowded. But at beach We always got chairs, and towels aplenty. Room was nicely updated and housekeeping was top notch.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the hotel property and location. Staff was very helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely resort.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rajasekhar

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

SENNIE ANJANETTE

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
We had cockroaches in our bathroom and our sleeping are. They did move us to another room, which was clean. When I complained, they were very respectful of me and they took off two days worth of resort fees. Very professional and understanding. The hotel furnishings definitely needs updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The resort fee is awful
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at this property are so friendly and welcoming, especially our housekeeper Hilton. Everything is clean and the restaurants are good with excellent service. No complaints, would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is right on the beach easy and convenient access. The pool is awesome as well with a swim up bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Cristopher R

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was excellent except food. Quality of food at on site restaurants was below average and priced too high.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Ok
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Subpar
Family vacation. We had stayed at a stupendous resort prior to this so that augmented our mediocre at best experience here. For the prices and “resort” fees, having enough lounge chairs and umbrellas at the pool is a must. Also, other amenities (kayaks, water bottles in the rooms, etc.) should be included as they are in other resorts. Not sure when it was updated but it already looks rough, room smelled humid and a tad moldy. Overall, would not return.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christos E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anshul

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There aren't enough good things I can say about this place. Having traveled to Puerto Rico several times before, The Royal Sonesta takes the cake! The staff and kind and accommodating, and the best part was there was no hidden fees or charges when I checked out, like I have experienced many times before at other properties. The complimentary breakfast that was offered for staying in a club room is wonderful. They also provided daily complimentary happy hour drinks and appetizers. The beach and pool are just beautiful. I will definitely be staying there again and will only be staying there!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really liked that there seemed to be enough beach lounger chairs and umbrellas available on the beach everyday!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful time and everyone was so friendly and accommodating! Every meal was delicious! Clean beautiful beach access and it was a great location! Cvs was right around the corner and a casino a block away! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

João

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and well maintained exterior and lobby. Friendly staff made for a very smooth check-in experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Burak

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay in this hotel. Both the beach and the pool area is amazing. There is something for everyone. Spent time at the beach most of the time. Staff was very helpful and we like that there was food and drink service to the beach. Also bar at the pool was amazing. Room was clean and hotel staff was nice and helpful. Only thing is the coffee machine in the rooms probably need an upgrade. It was a Nespresso look alike some cheaper version. It was very clunky and capsules would keep dropping into the used bucket as soon as you put the capsule in. Otherwise no complaints. Water temperature was good but the ocean was too windy and had some passing showers. For those looking for tropical beach calm waters this is not it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The resort fees are outrageous and overpriced for an old building
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ann

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Not Worth the Price – Disappointing Experience Our stay at the Royal Sonesta was underwhelming and did not justify the high cost. We booked an ocean-view balcony room, which offered a lovely direct view of the beach. However, the balcony itself was disappointingly small—too cramped to accommodate seating, making it essentially unusable. Additionally, while the ocean view was lovely, the sight of neglected, dirty rooftops below was an eyesore. The hotel appeared understaffed. There was no beachside service, and poolside service was scarce, making it difficult to order food or drinks. The beachside bar was closed and under construction so there was constant noise. To make matters worse, a large conference was taking place during our stay, and the attendees dominated the hotel. Their scavenger hunt or group activity was disruptive making it hard for guests looking to relax by the pool or beach. Dining at the on-site Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse was another disappointment. My chopped salad tasted more like coleslaw, and I had to send it back. Additionally, when we requested tap water, we were later surprised to find a $9 charge on our bill. Overall, while the location and beach views were nice, the lack of service, disruptive atmosphere, and disappointing dining experience made this stay not worth the premium price. We would not choose to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
snack bar was closed, no club room 6
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff there is wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great