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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Carolina, Carolina
  • 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

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About the area

Carolina

With a stay at this apartment, you'll be centrally located in Carolina, a 1-minute drive from Isla Verde Beach and 6 minutes from Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort. .This apartment is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Condado Beach and 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Pan American Pier.

What's nearby

  • Isla Verde Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carolina Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Pine Grove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Balneario de Carolina - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Port of San Juan - 10 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • Domenech Station - 8 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mi Casita Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lobby Bar @ El San Juan - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Karaya - ‬1 min walk

About this property

tlLuxury Penthouse Oasis, Steps to the Beach, Spacious, Pool & Near Dining

Escape to Top of La Mancha, a spacious and elegantly appointed 4-bedroom 14th-floor duplex penthouse in the heart of Isla Verde.

• Best Feature: panoramic views of city, mountains and gorgeous sunsets from every room.

• Next Best Feature: Beach access (1 block away), surrounded by restaurants, casinos, boutique shopping and vibrant nightlife.

• Just 9 min. from San Juan International Airport, 20 min. to Old San Juan.

• 25-meter fresh-water pool & tennis court.

Hosted by The Marco Polo Collection, a collection of fine vacation rental properties.

*Details about Top of La Mancha*

• Private Balcony: ideal for sipping morning coffee or unwinding with the sunset colors.

• Modern Kitchen: Fully equipped with high-end appliances, tile countertops, and ample space for gourmet cooking.

• Convenient Laundry Amenities: For added comfort and ease, Top of La Mancha features a washer and dryer next to the kitchen area.

*Peace of Mind Amenities*

• Secure Parking: Reserved underground parking for one vehicle.
• 24/7 Security: Friendly and professional staff for your safety and comfort.
• Advanced Surveillance: Security cameras throughout the property ensure peace of mind.

*Bedding Arrangement*

• Master Bedroom upstairs: King-sized bed with en-suite bathroom and smart TV.

• Second Bedroom: King-sized bed with a cozy, private atmosphere.

• Third Bedroom: Two queen beds, perfect for family or friends.

• Fourth Bedroom on main level: Two twin beds for additional guests.

Fully air-conditioned with separate temperature controls in each room.

*Extras Provided*

• FREE high-speed Wi-Fi if you need to catch up on work or to relax with a good series.

• HD TVs with cable TV so you can follow your favorite sport a curl up for cozy evenings with a good movie.
Master Bedroom: 42” smart TV
Second Bedroom: 42” smart TV
Third Bedroom: 42” smart TV
Living Room: 55” smart TV

• Beach toys, see detail below.

* The local area*

• Bus to Old San Juan’s historic landmarks and attractions. stops right by our building. So, a car-less vacation is possible, or just rent a car for a few days.

• Restaurants, casinos, boutique shops and nightlife within easy walking distance.

• Isla Verde Beach: A 2-minute walk from our building, this award-winning beach is celebrated as one of the 10 Best Urban Beaches in the World by USA Today.

With soft golden sands and clear turquoise waters, it’s perfect for:

• Strolling: Enjoy leisurely walks along the extensive shoreline.
• Jogging: The flat, firm sands provide an excellent surface for runners.
• Swimming: The calm waters are ideal for a refreshing dip.
• Water Sports: Engage in activities like jet skiing, parasailing, and paddleboarding. Take kite surfing lessons!

• Merely 1 block away, Isla Verde Beach invites spontaneous outings—whether soaking up the sun, enjoying water activities, or savoring local cuisine nearby. A perfect blend of urban ease and tropical paradise!

• Heading to the beach? All you need is your bathing suit, T-shirt and sandals. We provide the rest:
- beach chairs
- beach umbrella
- beach towels
- frisbee
- cooler
- volleyball

How "Top of La Mancha" got it’s name:

We name each of our properties based on the character of the property. This property is a 2-story penthouse in the La Mancha building, overlooking the city and the mountains. You remember Don Quijote from The Man of La Mancha, don’t you? So we simply call it Top of La Mancha.

*Additional information*

• Flexible check-in any time after 3PM, and check-out by 10AM.

• Keys will be provided on-site. We will supply the lock box code before guest arrival, on day of checkin.

• A house book with local recommendations for dining, sightseeing, and grocery shopping is provided in the property.

Taxi from the airport to the property costs approximately $20

Our team is here to ensure you have a wonderful stay!
• Office Team: Available Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM.
• Supervisor is on duty daily 9AM to 8PM, for any circumstances that require assistance.
• After 8PM our Night Service deals with any emergencies.
• On weekends our team monitors emails.

*Other details to note*

• Minimum age for the primary renter is 25 years. Are you under 25? Ask, you may qualify for a waiver.

• We need to know our guests. So once you book, we will need from you:
Contact details (phone number and email).
Valid photo ID with address.
Acceptance of Rental Agreement.
Names and ages of all guests.

• Smoking is not allowed on the property.

• Pets are not permitted.

• No parties or excessive noise allowed— this is a residential area.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
This smoke-free apartment features wheelchair access, scuba diving nearby, and windsurfing nearby.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and an elevator.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2,906 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 13-0984

Property is also known as

Tlspacious Luxurious Duplex Penthouse 1 Block Beach Carolina
Tlspacious Luxurious Duplex P
Tlspacious Luxurious Duplex Penthouse 1 Block to Beach
Top of La Mancha - Four Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 10 Carolina
Top of La Mancha - Four Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 10 Apartment
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tlLuxury Penthouse Oasis, Steps to the Beach, Spacious, Pool & Near Dining Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location, very clean accomolodations.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bob F.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The host Wendy was exceptional gracious. The condo was cozy for our little group. The amenities were great and plentiful. We love cooking breakfast and dinner. We were just minutes from beach and food.Thanks for everything
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nate E.

Liked: Cleanliness
This fit our family perfectly. Very pleased.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celines K.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray G., Los Angeles, California

Liked: Cleanliness
The host/supervisor was great--very communicative and accomodating!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Harsha N.

Disliked: Cleanliness
The only best thing about this place is the location. Pretty close to everything.The place has a big roach problem. Kids were really afraid and didnt wish to walk on the floor barefoot. The sofas and the living room furniture is also very old and mouldy. Please skip if you have any other option. Not worth the price offered.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JacQue H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our Puerto Rico Experience

The facilities were incredible. Our host had snacks and coffee available to us which held us over until we bought snacks.The beach was very close by, shopping and restaurants were excellent.We felt very safe at our location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thamina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home just minutes away from the beach. Loved my stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T., Buffalo, NY

Liked: Cleanliness

Family/Friends Vacation

Great location, cute condo, we enjoyed sitting on the balcony.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory L.

Liked: Cleanliness

San Juan

Very nice and quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Silvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Right

The area wherr the property is located is safe, always felt secured. Its convenient, beach walking distance, garage for rental car. The property has everything you need from plenty of beach towels, beach chairs, cooler. Its clean, with good air conditioning,plenty of rooms for the guests,just bathrooms needed a little update and hot water was on and off but manageable. internet did not work on top floor. Beautiful view. We were all extremely Happy to stay here. It was perfect for our needs. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linnette B.

Great property in Isla Verde for large family or group

Our stay at La Mancha was perfect. The neighborhood was great. It was close to the beach and had lots of options for restaurants nearby. The property was clean and well kept with lots of amenities. You won’t be disappointed if you stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Susan H., Cary

Gonza Gals Get Away

Upon arrival late in the afternoon the refrigerator had a few items to get us through the evening so we did not have to go to the grocery store immediately. The kitchen was very well stocked with those items you don't want to have to purchase for just a week's stay. This was such a nice jester. The view from the beach is nice, and it is very close by. The chairs and towels made it much easier to go to the beach for a while. The parking space was very challenging. We had a tag for handicapped parking but were denied access by the guard. Communication with management was very responsive and informative. The upper floor was clean in the bedrooms but the bathrooms could use some major cleaning. On the first level, the floor was dirty and we did not have the tools to wet clean the tile. There was a vacuum cleaner. Excellent instructions were available to help with the rules.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue G.

Stay at Marco Polo

We felt this place did not have an accurate description. It felt old and dingy. They need to update everything in the condo / apartment. It really needs a refresh!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, clean and very organized

This unit is very clean and stocked with lots of things you would need, towels (beach and bath), beach chairs, even some complimentary food/drinks. The communication was quick and clear. The hosts accommodated all of our requests and were helpful and friendly. The location is close to the beach, restaurants and places to shop for supplies.The location is perfect for convenience.The only minus is that the unit is a little older , but is nevertheless clean and everything works so it’s not actually a big deal. Overall I’d recommend this unit to a big to medium group as a base for sightseeing and relaxing with nice views and is a comfortable place to hang out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Location

Very satisfied, nice clean place and great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Delroy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

4 days at Top of La Mancha

The location of this property is ideal. Right on the main strip, easy walking distance to beach and restaurants, and a short trip to San Juan and El Yunque.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good experience

Very comfortable, clean, & great location. Only 2 issues are the Hot water has no good water pressure and the condo needs major appearance & appliance updating. But overall a pretty good experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eligia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ellie

Perfect
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

mindy, houston

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is fine but it needs major upgrade. The bathroom is old and outdated. The tubs is in terrible condition. They were painted to make it look new ( nobody painted bathtub). The kitchen is also very outdated. The property is rented for 10 people but there are only 6 chair for dining. Worse of all there is almost no water pressure and hot water. And there is only one reserved parking space for a 3 bedrooms property. It cost additional $25 a day nearby for additional vehicle. It’s very hard to find a free parking in the street. For the price tag, the property should be around 4 star but it’s only about 2 1/2 star at best.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn’t have picked a better place

Since the moment we arrived, our stay was everything we wanted. Place was beautiful. Got our family of 8 perfectly. Clean, convenient to everything and property manager was more than accommodating. We arrived early and asked if we could possibly get an early check in and they were able to do that. We didn’t leave til late at night and asked if we could possibly get a late check out and they made that happen too. We would definitely rent again. Thank you thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property, just what we needed for our trip

The property was charming, clean, easy to access, and worked well for 8 adults to have both private and shared spaces to enjoy a long weekend. The public beach is only a short walk and the pool on the premises is clean and a nice place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

La Mancha

Wonderful property. Security guard was friendly and helpful. Short walk to public access beach, and a beautiful pool on the grounds. All the basic beach necessities provided, which was such a bonus! Read the info book! We learned so much about where and how to travel, it was a wonderful resource.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024