The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4-star spa resort near Isla Verde Beach

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6 restaurants; breakfast, lunch, and dinner served

A beach view with clear skies, turquoise water, and palm trees.

Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM, cabanas (surcharge)

A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, seating, and a bar area visible through a glass partition.

A spacious lobby with large windows, a blue sofa, and a chandelier.

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Location
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Wonderful

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Air conditioning

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5961 Isla Verde Avenue, Carolina, 00979

Place, Isla Verde Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Place, Pine Grove Beach
‪9 min walk‬
Place, Balneario de Carolina
‪19 min walk‬
Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
‪4 min drive‬

Room options

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with a view of greenery.

Club - King - Pool View - Balcony

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe - King - City View

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a bowl of fruit, and a balcony with a view.

Deluxe - King - City View - Mobility Accessible - Roll-In Shower

Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View (Mobility)

Wonderful

Ocean view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a balcony with a view of palm trees, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Club)

Good

33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a balcony with a view of palm trees.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Club)

Exceptional

33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Club Room, 1 King Bed, Terrace, Pool View

Wonderful

32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

Wonderful

Ocean view
33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Wonderful

Ocean view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with a balcony, a bed, a sofa, a dining table, and a TV.

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

Good

City view
33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Hypo-allergenic bedding available, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View

40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a large window with a view, and a balcony.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, City View

Excellent

City view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a TV, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Garden View

Excellent

Garden view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Wonderful

City view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Exceptional

Garden view
32 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a large window offering a city view.

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

Exceptional

City view
33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

A modern living room with a sofa and a bowl of fruit on a table, overlooking a balcony with a view of the ocean.

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

Very good

Ocean view
33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Club Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony

33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

65 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a small table, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Junior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Very good

33 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV mounted on a wooden cabinet, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

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

Ocean view
40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, and a balcony with a view of the city.

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

City view
40 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a view of the ocean through large windows, and a ceiling with recessed lighting.

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

Ocean view
99 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Queen Beds, City View (Junior)

City view
70 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the area

Carolina

Isla Verde stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Isla Verde resort, you'll find Isla Verde Beach and Pine Grove Beach. Balneario de Carolina and Barbosa Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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What's nearby

Isla Verde Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Pine Grove Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Balneario de Carolina - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Laguna Los Corozos - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
Port of San Juan - 10 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

Domenech Station - 8 min drive
Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mi Casita Restaurant - ‬1 min walk
‪Lupi's Mexican Grill & Sports Cantina - ‬3 min walk
‪Lifeguards Of The Reef - ‬4 min walk
‪Pizza City - ‬7 min walk
‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The Royal Sonesta San Juan

4-star spa resort near Isla Verde Beach

The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 6 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. For a drink, you can stop by one of the onsite bars, including 2 beach bars and 2 bars/lounges.

Event space at this resort measures 24000 square feet (2230 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, multilingual staff, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly The Royal Sonesta San Juan. 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

6 dining venues

2 bars on the beach

2 bars or lounges

24000 sq ft of conference space

2230 sq m of conference space

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

Bellhop

Elevator

No smoking on site

Coffee shop

Bar by the pool

Swim-up bar

The Royal Sonesta San Juan offers 398 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. 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 hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. 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 facials and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open select days.

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Pool
Hot tub
Kids pool
Free WiFi

CA $484 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Property amenities

Family friendly

Outdoor pool

Internet

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

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 36 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

Things to do

Full-service spa
Gym
Outdoor pool
TV in common areas

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)

Room amenities

Entertainment

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

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

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Limited room service

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 36.00 for adults and USD 19.99 for children
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 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

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 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 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

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
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

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Royal Sonesta San Juan to the airport?

The Royal Sonesta San Juan is 2.9 mi (6-min drive) away from the Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Royal Sonesta San Juan on Sept 7, 2026 start from CA $429, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Royal Sonesta San Juan have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Royal Sonesta San Juan.

How close is The Royal Sonesta San Juan to the beach?

This resort is a short 4-minute walk from Isla Verde Beach and 10-minute walk from Pine Grove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Royal Sonesta San Juan offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The Royal Sonesta San Juan, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 36.00 for adults and USD 19.99 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 6:00 AM to noon.

Is there a casino at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

No, there is no casino at this resort, but Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort (6-min drive) and Casino Metro (8-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 27 per day, and valet parking for USD 33 per day.

Does The Royal Sonesta San Juan have a pool?

The Royal Sonesta San Juan features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM.

Does The Royal Sonesta San Juan have a restaurant?

There are 6 onsite restaurants, offering options like Caribbean cuisine, pool views, and a beachfront location.

Does The Royal Sonesta San Juan have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features facials, massages, and body treatments.

How close is The Royal Sonesta San Juan to downtown Carolina?

The Royal Sonesta San Juan is 5.9 mi away from Carolina.

The Royal Sonesta San Juan Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

May 10, 2026

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Will definitely come back to stay at this property. It was right off the beach, close to the airport and there was even a 24hr food and liquor market across the street. The staff was friendly and helpful.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2026

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