The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
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)

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

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

  • City view
  • 33 sq m
  • 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

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

  • City view
  • 32 sq m
  • 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

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

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

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

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

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

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View

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

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

  • Ocean view
  • 99 sq m
  • 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 - 6 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

Beachfront, with full-service spa
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 6 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.
Ocean Breeze - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. 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. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
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
  • 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
  • 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

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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. 1170 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 290 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1701 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1701 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

8/10 Good

Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is awesome with plenty of lounge chairs and access to one of the most beautiful beaches I have seen with just pure sand versus rocks and garbage mixed in. It is an expensive place to stay, no doubt about it. You can save money elsewhere, but it was great. (Drinks at the pool run $15 for just a regular sized drink)
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kemp

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great "private" beach area and nice pool and hot tub. Beautiful waterfront location. Several dining options. Very convenient Ubers to OSJ and airport.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

DOUGLAS

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not customer friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

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

10/10 Excellent

luby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, clean, rooms were great . Food on property was amazing. Service was great. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel was amazing from the views, comfort and friendliness of the staff. Food was also very good. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is ok for the price point. It’s not a 5 star by any means, but for $450 per night (which is roughly what we paid) it was decent. Easy uber to Old San Juan and the airport. The beach is just ok. Having a Ruth Chris on sight was great. The food there was delicious. The area is safe for two or more females to walk. It’s not a luxurious area at all, but if you want convenience to Old San Juan and the airport, it’s a good choice. If you want a tropical beach vibe, choose another area on the island. We did prefer this hotel over the Fairmont next door. If I did it over again, I’d stay here for two nights to explore old San Juan and then the rest of the time else where in Puerto Rico.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Royal Sonesta. We were looking for a few days of rest and relaxation and we definitely got it. The pool is very well maintained, the beach is lovely, there are plenty of chairs and towels available, and having the bar at the pool is perfect. Dining: The breakfast was great, we only did the buffet one morning, a la cart the rest of the time which we much preferred. Aside from our first morning when we weren't able to sit outside for breakfast, everything about our experience was great. One night we ate at the bar in the lobby which was fine, nothing exceptional. We had an ocean view room on the 10th floor which was wonderful and the room and bathroom were well appointed. It is a very big hotel, so there were several conferences happening during our few days .. just something to note since it isn't a small intimate hotel, you're going to see large groups but we never felt like it was an issue in getting service. Overall an excellent hotel, good location and great service.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

victoria

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel grounds and beachfront were lovely. The food was delicious. But the best part was how friendly the staff was. Very kind and helpful. They really made our vacation special. I was so relaxed and happy I never wanted to leave!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

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

Great stay

Excellent experience! First stay in San Juan and with Royal Sonesta, had an amazing, relaxing stay. Will absolutely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasaan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Twaina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay at Royal Sonesta was great!! The staff, service and convenience of places for activities was in walking distance or short uber ride very inexpensive. The only issue i had was attempting to set up birthday decorations in the room with the concierge was definitely a miss i attemted to reach him multiple times every day he was either never there at the desk or didn't pick up the phone, once i received him he said he was busy took my information and never called me been i tried reaching him later that day the phone rang and than he hung up needless to say that surprise never happened and i never received a call from him as it's only one concierge
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Construction at poolside and late checkout ripoff.

Comfortable except that there was NOISY CONSTRUCTION AT THE POOLSIDE that was not disclosed on hotels.com when we booked. Also, they charged us $100 when we asked to checkout at 2PM even though I am platinum and hotels.com advertised late checkout when available. It was available but they ripped us off for $100. Food at bar restaurant was mediocre.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

DIEGO, Lexington

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice. Basic. A little bit old. Room was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley Ann, Centreville

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ronald

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel and pool. Staff was amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place. Was real clean. Staff was real nice and helpful. Would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett L

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025