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Hosteria del Mar Frommer's Highly Recommended

Calle Tapía 1, San Juan 00911
Rates from
$131.00+
Frommer's ReviewPhotos and Video
Location Ocean Park, Santurce & Ocean Park
Transportation Bus: A5
Phone 877/727-3302, 787/727-3302
Fax 787/268-3302
E-mail hosteria@caribe.net
Room Information 27 units
Prices High season $89-$239 double, $244-$264 apt; off season $69-$179 double, $199-$209 apt. Children 11 and under stay free in parent's room
Credit Cards AE, DC, DISC, MC, V
In Room Amenities A/C, TV, dataport, Wi-Fi Internet, kitchenette (in 3 units), coffeemaker (in some)

Hosteria del Mar Review

Lying a few blocks from the Condado casinos and right on the beach are the white walls of this distinctive landmark. It's in a residential seaside community that's popular with locals looking for beach action on weekends. The hotel boasts medium-size, oceanview rooms. Those on the second floor have balconies; those on the first floor open onto patios. The decor is invitingly tropical, with wicker furniture, good beds, pastel prints, and ceiling fans. The bathrooms are small but efficient, some with shower, some with tub only. There are standard and oceanview rooms, suites with kitchenettes, and apartments with full kitchens and living rooms. Our favorite unit is 201, with a king-size bed, private balcony, kitchenette, and a view of the beach; it's idyllic for a honeymoon.

There's no pool, but you are right on the beach. Uvva is one of the hardest working restaurants in town, open from 8am to 10pm, and it doesn't just serve food, it upscales basic breakfast and lunch choices, and also throws in some cutting-edge, creative world cuisine. On a beachfront street completely enveloped by a canopy of trees, this is one of San Juan's most charming spots. Given the setting, the place is simple, but puts out its own elegance and warm hospitality.

Facilities:
Restaurant; limited room service

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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