About this property
This hotel is located in the heart of historic Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. Hotel guests will receive beach privileges at the El Convento Beach Club on Isla Verde Beach. Hotel El Convento is housed in a restored 350-year old building. The hotel’s pool and hot tub overlook the San Juan Bay, and a fitness center, library, and business center are offered to guests. Facials, manicures, and massages are available upon request. Every evening, the Manager’s Reception serves hors d’oeuvres and wine on La Veranda Terrace. Rooms at the El Convento have Spanish décor and are furnished with refrigerators. The rooms include goose down pillows, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. The Hotel El Convento has 2 on-site restaurants. Patio del Nispero offers a gourmet menu served in an open-air setting and El Picoteo offers a tapas menu and a wide variety of wine. Hotel El Convento is located just a few minutes from many cruise ship piers. The renowned museums and historic landmarks of San Juan are within walking distance. Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport is 15 minutes away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Fitness center
- Free Wifi
- Family rooms
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Free crib available on request
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Yari
Puerto Rico“I ended up at this hotel- only because there was a problem with my original hotel. 🥺 Amo Todo del hotel y los empleados muy lindos❤️. Everything, love everything ❤️🥰. The staff is amazing, the clean modern rooms, the mini roof top pool with the...” - Jennifer
United States“Great location and the original architecture style was stunning. Room cleaned daily and staff super friendly and professional. Room a/c is amazing. Complimentary water, coffee bar, and afternoon wine and cheese on the veranda was so convenient...” - Nicholas United States“The location in historic Viejo San Juan is really amazing. Common hotel space amazing. The park in front of the hotel and the 2nd oldest church in the Americas is wonderful. We especially loved our stay because the staff were absolutely first...”
- Geoff United States“Extremely unique, historical, beautiful conversion to a hotel! The many unique spaces, courtyard, lounges, patios, terraces, and pool were super! The location and ability to walk everywhere and be in the center of everything and indulge in the...”
- Biasi United States“so beautiful,so historic, in the center of everything, reasonable price for all you get.”
- Sharon United States“Beautiful, historic, perfect location for seeing Old San Juan.”
- Toni United States“Housekeeping was inconsistent. Bar manager was not helpful, he wasn’t rude, but he wasn’t helpful. George, maybe Jorge, the bellman was so helpful, so friendly. He truly epitomized great service.”
- Raul United States“Location was perfect and hotel historic feel was very nice.”
- Rui United States“The location and historical building. Very convenient to restaurant and pool terrace too.”
- Kerry United States“We love small unique hotels and this fits the bill. We enjoyed our meals even more in the charming dining area.”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
- Patio del Nispero
- Open forBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner
House rules
Hotel El Convento takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
