The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers an upscale retreat near Pan American Pier. Enjoy cocktails at two beach bars or lounge by the pool with sun loungers and umbrellas. Four on-site restaurants serve American cuisine all day, from breakfast to dinner.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$949
AU$949
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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Located on the beach, The Royal Sonesta San Juan is in Isla Verde, a walkable area in Carolina with good airport proximity. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Isla Verde Beach and Condado Beach. Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferre and Museo del Mar are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and skydiving. Visit our Carolina travel guide
2 beach bars, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar are just a few of the amenities provided at The Royal Sonesta San Juan. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location, beachfront dining and sunloungers. Indulge in a body treatment, a massage and a facial at the on-site spa. At the 6 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Caribbean cuisine. In-room WiFi (surcharge), with a speed of 50+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a terrace and a firepit.
Other perks at this resort include:
An outdoor pool along with cabanas, sunloungers and pool umbrellas
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and express check-out
Outdoor furniture, a TV in reception and concierge services
Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and ATM/banking services
Guest reviews say great things about the beach locale, pool and helpful staff
Room features
All 398 individually furnished rooms feature comforts, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks, such as separate sitting areas and bathrobes. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
42-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and coffee/tea makers
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.
42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
IPod dock
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service
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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 are 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 on 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.
Cots (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 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
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)
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 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
We should mention
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
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 transport 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
Frequently asked questions
Does The Royal Sonesta San Juan have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?
As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta San Juan on 12 Apr 2026 start from AU$949, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is The Royal Sonesta San Juan pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?
Self-parking is available for USD 27 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 33 per day.
What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?
Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is The Royal Sonesta San Juan located?
Nestled on the beach, this Isla Verde resort is within a 10-minute walk of Isla Verde Beach and Carolina Beach. Pine Grove Beach and Balneario de Carolina are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Reviews
The Royal Sonesta San Juan Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.2
Cleanliness
7.6
Location
9.2
Staff & service
9.0
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 1617 out of 2304 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 180 out of 2304 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Matthew
8 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The hotel has a great location right in the beach, spacious hot tub, and big pool. It’s the only hotel with a bar/restaurant on the beach and the staff was great!
Beautiful property with private beach access, veey convenient, spectacular for people who likes quiet time ,who likes island life, nice ,clean,comfortable rooms,very friendly and helpful staff, easy parking , beautiful resort for couples or family with kids
We had a great time the staff was great and our room clean !!
Laura Margarita
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Donald
10 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel, beach, pools, and restaurants all good - airport is close but you don’t hear jets - just the crashing waves. The area is run down and the town has to give it a major facelift. Go to the nicer El Coronado area a few miles away unless you stay at the hotel the whole time.
Wonderful hotel with excellent staff. The location is conveniently located right down the road from the airport, but the city is a bit rundown and dirty compared to other areas of Puerto Rico.
The staff were courteous. The room was cozy. Some of the finishings in the bathroom were rusted and dated so the aesthetic was minimally tarnished. Overall good stay. Would recommend.
Ashley M
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
jenifer
6 Feb 2026
The room was very clean, the pool was really clean, sparkling! The beach access was perfect, one of the security staff made my day everytime we went out and came in, I forgot his name but he was telling everyone to have a blessed day. He was awesome! The breakfast we only had one day
Friendly staff, convenient location, daily housekeeping. The breakfast buffet was excellent, and server Emanuel was awesome. Will definitely be our go to when in the island.
Perfect for families! Right on the beach and the pool had many convenient and safe areas for younger kids to swim. The bars and restaurants all around on the resort were super convenient too.
Brittany
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Marjorie
7 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed at the resort many times over the years and always have a wonderful time. The facility is lovely, and the staff is always pleasant and accommodating.
For some reason, however, we had to track down toilet paper, as though it was being rationed! And final note, I realize the spa is no longer owned by the hotel but their “ we don’t do butts“ massage policy is laughable.