The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Isla Verde Beach

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

Map
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, 00979
  • Isla Verde Beach
    3 min walk
  • Carolina Beach
    6 min walk
  • Pine Grove Beach
    10 min walk
  • 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 the area

Carolina

Beachside getaway.Within a 10-minute walk of this Isla Verde resort, you'll find Isla Verde Beach and Carolina Beach. Also, Pine Grove Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Balneario de Carolina is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Isla Verde Beach - 3 min walk
  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 6 min drive
  • Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 7 min drive
  • Condado Beach - 12 min drive

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

4-star beachfront resort near Isla Verde Beach
Enjoy the umbrellas and sun loungers 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 like an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

There are 4 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite 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.

  • 398 guestrooms or units
  • 15 levels
  • 4 dining venues
  • 2 bars on the beach
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 24000 sq ft of conference space
  • 2230 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Swim-up bar
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.

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 0 per stay)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 0 per stay)

Parking and transportation

  • Self 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/truck parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM–11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–noon on weekends: USD 33.00 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
  • 4 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 beach bars, 2 bars/lounges, 1 swim-up bar and 1 poolside bar
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 36
  • High pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 30
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Office
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Slippers

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from August 12 2024 to January 31 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • One of the dining venues

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

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

During renovations, the resort will make every effort to minimize 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.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

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 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'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: 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)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

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 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. 1093 out of 1603 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1603 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 1603 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 1603 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 1603 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful, staff is great!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great & clean place. Very nice people. Great drinks. Beach is great! Loved it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about this place. The staff. The facility. The pool. The beach. The drinks. The rooms. Everything just great! Can’t wait visit again! Close to everything. You can walk to restaurants, casino, shops, pharmacy, beach. Everything so close by.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darius

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
:)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here 3x now and I love it!! It’s clean, beautiful, employees are have personable!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Vanessa, Astoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vishal

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yahaira

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Zuset

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

FRANCES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

octavia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALLWIN, LYNNWOOD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Regine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was very nice. Most of the staff were very kind and helpful..What I didn't like was there were no activities. It was a little boring there.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I love this Place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorimar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was very nice! It was a great place to relax. The beach was great and the pool was as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool was great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adidas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betzabeth

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shalonte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outdoor pool and accessibility to the beach was awesome. Because it's so hot outside I would suggest that the staff have water available near the front entrance so we can self serve. Maybe add lemon and lime
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria D

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of my favorite places to stay when visiting Puerto Rico. This resort use to be called San Juan Inter-Continental and I've been a loyal member for a long time. They have great staff, the hotel is always nice and tidy. I will visiting soon in November for Somos,can't wait.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024