Fairmont El San Juan Hotel, San Juan
About the Hotel
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel, located along the iconic Isla Verde Beach, combines a rich history with modern luxury. It features a legendary chandelier and a 300-year-old Banyan tree, along with vibrant nightlife and exceptional dining. This hotel is recognized as a premier destination for its authentic Puerto Rican hospitality and luxurious amenities.
Location
Situated just minutes from downtown San Juan, the hotel is with easy reach from Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport. Guests can explore the historic Old San Juan or relax on the beautiful Isla Verde Beach, with various transportation options, including taxis and rideshare services available.
Rooms
The hotel offers a diverse selection of accommodations, including spacious villas, suites, and modern rooms with ocean views. Each room is designed with contemporary decor and plush comforts to enhance the guest experience. Well-equipped amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, and private terraces for relaxation.
Eat & Drink
Fairmont El San Juan Hotel features over 13 dining options with influences from local and international cuisines. Guests can enjoy casual meals at Il Sole Pizzeria or dine in luxury at the contemporary steakhouse Meat Market. Beachfront dining is available at El San Juan Beach Club, offering fresh seafood and creative cocktails.
Leisure & Business
The hotel is equipped with a full-service spa known as Well & Being, which provides personalized wellness experiences. There are four outdoor pools, tennis courts, and a comprehensive fitness center for active guests. Business travelers can utilize 40,000 square feet of flexible event space for conferences and meetings.
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Getting around
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Baggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Elevator
- Currency exchange
- ATM/Cash machine
- Hairdresser
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Water sports
- Tennis court
- Pool tables
- Yoga class
- Sports trainer
Services
- Valet parking
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car rental
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Snack bar
- Dinner
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Business
- Business center
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Game room
Spa & Leisure
- Plunge pool
- Beach access
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun loungers
- Casino
- Live entertainment
- Night club
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness center
- Jacuzzi
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Beauty treatment
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had its ups and downs. The rooms didn't offer the best views, but they were still cozy and inviting. The service was a mix of extremely rude encounters with a few shining moments of friendliness. The location was convenient, especially for business travelers, with ongoing renovations promising even more improvements. The dining options were decent but lacked variety, and the facilities were overall satisfactory.
I stayed at this hotel and had a mix of experiences. While the rooms were spacious and had nice bathrooms, they were plagued with mold and tiny, dirty bathrooms. The pool villas were a letdown as they lacked locks on the doors outside, reeked of mildew, and felt sticky and humid constantly. It was hard to relax due to loud music by the pool all day, and the food was terrible with incredibly poor service that led to long waiting times for meals.
My stay at the hotel was a mix of positives and negatives. The rooms were spacious and clean, but unfortunately, we didn't get the quiet we paid for as our room was close to the elevator. The highlight was finding solace at the pool bar, although it wasn't our initial plan since our room wasn't ready upon arrival.