This place is beautiful! It is ran fantastically! It is welcoming and comfortable. You feel the history, beauty, the art.... read moreThis place is beautiful! It is ran fantastically! It is welcoming and comfortable. You feel the history, beauty, the art. Can’t go wrong. Very clean. The hot water takes a while to heat. Very safe place in February. read less

My husband and I stayed here in October while visiting Puerto Rico for our anniversary. We loved Villa Herencia! The... read moreMy husband and I stayed here in October while visiting Puerto Rico for our anniversary. We loved Villa Herencia! The hotel is centrally located (but still quiet), and the decor definitely enhanced our appreciation for San Juan history and architecture. The hotel was affordable, and although the room was small, it was beautiful and had lots of amenities. The staff was also super friendly and helpful. Aside from helping me carry my 65-lb bag, they also allowed us to check out a few minutes late and were great to talk to while we waited for an Uber to take us to the airport. I would highly recommend this hotel as a place with a great location and a lot of character without the price tag of some of the other hotels in Old San Juan--we really loved it here and would definitely return. read less

This hotel is like stepping back into history. The rooms have tons of antique pieces that give the special touch.... read moreThis hotel is like stepping back into history. The rooms have tons of antique pieces that give the special touch. The main patio and roof deck are amazing. Beds are comfortable and the AC is amazing for the summer PR heat. Me and my wife loved walking at night through all San Juan. Location location! read less

New been here before. It is located in the charming old town area of San Juan, Puerto Rico. While plain... read moreNew been here before. It is located in the charming old town area of San Juan, Puerto Rico. While plain looking from the street, it has a lovely restored interior with high ceiling rooms, inner courtyard, lovely decor, comfortable beds, and good service. Affordable. I would stay there again if I could. A lovely place instead of staying at a big boring chain hotel. Gracias to the hosts for our stay 2 weeks ago. read less

When my fiance and I came to Puerto Rico, we wanted to stay somewhere that FELT like we were in... read moreWhen my fiance and I came to Puerto Rico, we wanted to stay somewhere that FELT like we were in Puerto Rico (not some generic hotel), and this little gem right in the heart of old town was definitely that. We really enjoyed our stay, but I wouldn't recommend it for everyone.

One of the biggest pros is the locations. This is right across from the main cathedral in the heart of old town (hidden next door to the exorbitantly expensive Hotel El Convento) -- and just a block from the coast. It's also just a short walk to the castle. The down side is that if you're renting a car, it can be a bit difficult to get all the way here and down the tiny cobbled streets. There is also NO HOTEL PARKING -- you'll need to valet right next to the cathedral for $21/day. Trust me, you want to do that.

The staff is absolutely fantastic -- very helpful and willing to give you a list of recommendations for where to go for the best food, the best drinks, the best music, etc.

The rooms themselves are definitely different. Very much on the small side. Our room fit our bed, a tiny night stand, mini dresser, and little TV. You can barely even pass each other inside. The shower is big enough, but the water had only 2 settings: cold and scalding. So we had to do a bit of back-and-forth regulating. The bed made a lot of creaking noises, which woke us up at night sometimes -- and probably made some inappropriate noises since I was with my fiance 😉 The electricity also went out one of the mornings, but we decided to just go into town, and it was back on when we came back. So overall, not the biggest or most luxurious accommodations, but certainly unique. read less

Great botique hotel on one of the coolest streets in old San Juan. We loved our stay in 2016 and... read moreGreat botique hotel on one of the coolest streets in old San Juan. We loved our stay in 2016 and would definitely go back. read less

Lugar expectacular Lugar precioso, bien decorado y personal muy atento. Fui para mi aniversario y fue justo lo q habíamos planificado. Lo... read moreLugar precioso, bien decorado y personal muy atento. Fui para mi aniversario y fue justo lo q habíamos planificado. Lo recomiendo. Su decoración va muy de acuerdo a la cultura del Viejo San Juan. Love it!! Definitivamente regresaría. Felicitaciones por su atento personal. Más read less

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If you are expecting the Ritz, this is not it. What this hotel is, is purely authentic old town San... read moreIf you are expecting the Ritz, this is not it. What this hotel is, is purely authentic old town San Juan. From the moment you enter you will go back in time and feel like it's 1900, but with excellent air conditioning. Each room we saw was well appointed and the artwork is great. We had room H9 which was upstairs and opened up onto the sun deck. We had easy access to the outdoor tubs, which seem cheesy, but after a long day of walking and sweating are the perfect way to soak out the aches and enjoy a beer. The breakfast is nothing spectacular, but a couple of eggs, yoghurt, toast and coffee was enough to get me moving and I didn't have go looking. The hotel has an understated luxury that I found more alluring than a big named, box hotel. There will be cats on the terrace, you will hear the neighbors dogs bark, not ever surface is level and the furniture is period. The hotel marries modern with antique in a manner that keeps you comfortable, yet allows you to embrace the classic. If you are staying in the old city, stay here. It will really complete the experience. read less