The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4.0 star property

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Relax by the resort's inviting pool surrounded by lush palm trees and comfortable lounge chairs.
Enjoy ocean views from the comfort of this stylish room, featuring two beds, a flat-screen TV, and a desk for work or relaxation.
Enjoy a panoramic view of the bridge and surrounding landscape from the large balcony.
Experience the grandeur of our lobby, featuring a stunning atrium with a curved ceiling, lush greenery, and a grand staircase.
Enjoy breathtaking ocean views from this beachfront resort, where you can relax by the pool surrounded by palm trees.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, 00979
  • Isla Verde Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Balneario de Carolina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Room options

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View (Mobility Accessible - Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 428 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Balcony (Roll-In Shower)

  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

  • 352 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility Accesible)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, City View (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(100 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Club)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 352 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Club)

  • 352 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View (Mobility, Bathtub)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

  • 428 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 428 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, City View (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, City View (Junior)

  • 428 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 348 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(54 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Ocean View

  • 1070 sq ft
  • 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 this property

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4-star resort in Isla Verde
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at The Royal Sonesta San Juan's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the resort's 6 restaurants. Change of towels is available on request.
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.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
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.

Dining is available at one of the resort's 6 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's bars, which include 2 beach bars and 2 bars/lounges. Public areas are equipped with wireless Internet access (surcharge). This beach resort also offers a garden and a terrace. Onsite parking is available (surcharge). The property offers extended parking privileges to guests.

The Royal Sonesta San Juan is a smoke-free property.

Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6:00 AM and 11:00 AM and on weekends between 6:00 AM and noon.
Aleli Restaurant - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast and lunch.
Ocean Breeze - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Caribbean cuisine and serves lunch only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Karaya - This bar serves dinner only. Open daily.
La Bodeguita - Overlooking the garden, this coffee shop serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Akua Bar - This poolside bar serves lunch and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (surcharge)

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 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

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 33 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
  • 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.
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (30 inches high)

More

  • 15 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets 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 at 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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property 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 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

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 transportation 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

The Royal Sonesta San Juan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1288 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 310 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 153 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 1873 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1873 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dan

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Pieter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice resort, not greatest part of town. Had some silly rules. Had a nice deck between the pool and the beach, but they wouldn't let us sit there, no signs, just told us to move away. Closed pool and hot tub by 9 PM. Some wait staff got "tunnel vision". Suspect the drinks were on the light side.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Good staff
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nicely updated, recently remodeled. Beach loungers readily available, pool-didn’t even try-the pool stakeouts must have started at 4:00 AM. Anyway I didn’t care, I can go to a pool inland anywhere. My only suggestion would be to have more beach restaurant and drink servers. There was one and sometimes non. The area around the resort had mostly fast food dining options-not great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasbir

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s close to the airport with amazing beach! The restaurant selection is very poor near the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Sonesta's staff was excellent, they were super attentive and very polite. They always made sure we were comfortable with everything we needed. The property was very clean at all times and business continued as normal during the power outage. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Subhash

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The Royal Sonesta was clean, fun and very pretty. It's location is ideal. Ocean facing room is worth every cent.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marketta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really liked everything about our vacation at the Royal Sonesta. Modern clean room. Attentive staff. Great beach and pool.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael Poul

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derick

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Overall great stay. Grounds could use an update. Not to much change since the old intercontinental days.
View from room.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Leigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ibon, Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very nice stay but too expensive. The pool is nice. The beach there is great. For the price they should upgrade room service. Staff is pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Royal Sonesta was great, they were attentive to the needs of their guests, and made sure our stay was enjoyable. I will be booking again real soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAQUANA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
“The hotel staff are incredibly friendly and efficient.” “The room amenities were nicely done, spacious, and rooms were very comfortable.” “The sleep quality was excellent, the mattresses was a bit hard but the pillows were everything. Extremely soft…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Vamshi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to airport, right on the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William, Bolingbrook

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time. Property right on nice beach that can't be beat. Staff was attentive and friendly. Very relaxing highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Allan Brown

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Amazing. Beautiful grounds, awesome amenities and services, accessible and central yet quiet location, I couldn’t have asked for a better resort.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary E

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the entire property and all the staff was incredible helpful and kind. Wanda, William and Samuel and Luis were just so wonderful. Parking was convenient. The bartenders super friendly. Everything was top notch!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025