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Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Condado Beach

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Steps from Condado Beach, Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers a sophisticated retreat. Enjoy international cuisine at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, take in ocean views, and unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars or by the outdoor pool.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
The current price is $232
$298 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9

Why we love this property

Dining for every mood
Savor international cuisine with ocean views or grab a pizza at 3 restaurants. Two bars and free continental breakfast round out the dining scene.
Sleeping in style
Hotel rooms boast premium bedding with hypo-allergenic options on pillowtop mattresses. Blackout drapes and in-room massages elevate the sleep experience.
Work and play balance
In a lively district, this hotel features business facilities and meeting space. Guests can unwind with in-room massages or visit either of two bars.

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 41 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Elite Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Elite Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 79 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Dining room

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 118 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premier Penthouse | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Premier Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 106 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Romantic Penthouse | View from room

Romantic Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 87 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Penthouse | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Royal Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
  • 162 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
601 Av. Miramar, San Juan, San Juan, 00907

What's nearby

  • Sheraton Casino - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Distrito T-Mobile - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pan American Pier - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Condado Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Éter Rooftop & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Los Pinos Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casita Miramar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza e Birra - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bartolo - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of Condado Beach and Sheraton Casino. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Canvas, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 50 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 20 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 25 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2022
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

Canvas - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Melanzanna - This restaurant specializes in pizza. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Fee & policy details

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: 18 percent of room rate
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Concierge service
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • WiFi access (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 50 percent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 300 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 25 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Don Rafa & Residences San Juan
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Hotel
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences San Juan
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Hotel San Juan

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 20 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 300 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per night. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Metro (10-min walk) and Sheraton Casino (11-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences and nearby?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine and ocean views.

What's the area around Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences like?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences is a short 11-minute walk from Condado Beach and 16 minutes' walk from Pan American Pier.

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Reviews

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property offers a variety of dining options, including a rooftop restaurant, and is conveniently located near many nearby restaurants and shops. (8 reviews)
  • The complimentary breakfast offered a great variety of options, including fresh fruit, pastries, and coffee, and was a delicious way to start the day. (7 reviews)
  • The rooftop pool offers a fabulous view of the ocean and is a tropical dream perfect for a relaxing afternoon. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was beautiful. For a boutique hotel, you iften loose some amenities, but this hotel had everything. A gym, pool, restaurant, lobby bar, and market to buy drinks. The staff was amazing. From checking in to their recommendations, we had an amazing experience.
Kristina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

was a very nice place to stay. staff was friendly room was a littler smaller than expected but still nice !
Ra'niyah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was beautiful and very clean! We loved the breakfast options and the front desk was very helpful/friendly.
Jaline, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel!

We loved our stay here! Such a beautiful hotel, great location, gorgeous rooftop pool etc… We hope to return and stay here again next time we visit PR.
Felicia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was great. Clean. Good decoration. Several places to eat walking distance.
Nayda, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I LOVE this boutique hotel and their AMAZING Staff!
June M, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a beautiful property, would certainly stay again. Lots of food options close by and at hotel
Keith, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely friendly. It’s a beautiful place. Would def stay here again.
NICHOLAS, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel suite is big, clean and very nice! Staff is great and attentive.
Rosa, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff is so amazing, friendly, accommodating and responsive. This is a super cute boutique historic hotel.
dianna, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The stay was amazing !! It was so welcoming and we were able to feel just right at home. Cant wait to book again one day for our return!!
Jennifer Xiomara Funez, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel. Well run with helpful and friendly staff. Plenty of areas where you can sit and relax in case it rains outside. Nice breakfast options and beautiful cocktail bar.
Regina, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a great location which had food in the area and it wasn’t too far from other attractions. The staff was very helpful in providing recommendations.
Vereisha, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everyone at the property was very friendly and welcoming. The hotel was beautiful and very clean. This property is a very assessable location.
Jewel, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful, excelente staff!
Deborah, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful place! Very convenient location. c Close to the best attractions, but outside of the noisy, crowded city area. The staff was really nice and helpful.
Wilmary, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff attention. Clean rooms and smell. Centric location. 5 star boutique hotel.
Yarek, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with great access to several 24/7 restaurants. Rooftop pool was really cool. Room was amazing with great views. Short lyft ride to beaches. Super kind and attentive staff, Amazing experience.
Tyler, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very impressed with this property. The staff were attentive, and friendly. I loved how I could text the front desk and they were able to accommodate my request. Also the food and drinks at restaurant were amazing . Definitely would stay here again.
Joshua, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel with a unique local atmosphere.
Andrew, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is a gem! So pretty and clean! Great good ! Very accommodating. Will def return
Dayllen, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay here! The staff was so friendly and helpful. The communication was amazing! We were conveniently located to everything including beaches, food, etc. The room was very nice and comfortable! We most definitely will stay here over and over again.
Rakeem, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Gorgeous place!!

Amazing place! Everyone was so kind and welcoming! Shout out to Dani who was so sweet and helpful with recommendations! She is a gem!
Heidi, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful stay!
Shauntara, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, feels like you’re in another century. Customer Service was great, room was clean, room service was provided and breakfast was good! Thank you for the amazing experience!
Ashley, 2-night trip