CasaBlanca Hotel

Hotels
8.6 (1337 reviews)
316 Fortaleza Street , San Juan , pr

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Non-smoking throughout
Concierge service
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Helpful staff
Cons:
Noise from nearby bar
Inconsistent room cleanliness

Categories

Cleanliness
8.66
Complaints about cleanliness in terrace and room maintenance mentioned in reviews.
Service
9.33
Many positive mentions of helpful and pleasant staff throughout the reviews.
Location
9.37
Consistently highlighted as a great location for accessing local attractions.
Room Quality
8.12
Some negative feedback on uncomfortable beds and small rooms with no windows.
Amenities
8.35
General mentions of good amenities, though lacking some key features like a pool.
Value for Money
7.81
Concerns were raised about room quality versus price paid.
Food and Beverage
8.36
Limited mention, with an expressed desire for more food and beverage options on-site.
Overall Experience
8.83
Positive experiences overall but with notable concerns affecting comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 23:22

Property Description

Luxury in the Heart of San Juan

Rooftop Sundeck with Stone Bathtubs: Relax in style on our rooftop sundeck, complete with stone bathtubs and a panoramic elevator offering breathtaking views of the city.

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort: Immerse yourself in the rich history of San Juan with rooms filled with local art and original furniture from the early 1900s, while enjoying modern amenities like free Wi-Fi and premium bedding.

Eco-Friendly and Convenient: Benefit from our energy-efficient practices, as we proudly hold the 1st EPA Certification for Energy Efficiency in Hotels in Puerto Rico. Let our friendly multilingual staff assist you with concierge services and tours, ensuring a seamless stay.

Experience the best of Old San Juan at Hotel Sofo CasaBlanca - book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

The nearest taxi drop off is located at the corner of Hotel Da House. The property expects noise everyday from 7:00 through 19:00. Guests with street facing hotel rooms can be relocated within the hotel.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJU

Property Policies

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Groups

    No special conditions apply for groups.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1337 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.66
Service: 9.33
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 8.12
Amenities: 8.35
Value for Money: 7.81
Food and Beverage: 8.36
Overall Experience: 8.83
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Pey Yu family_with_children tw
7
Pros:

地點優良,員工友善

Cons:

濕氣重

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Dana extended_group us
10
Pros:

Lots of character. Friendly staff.

2026-02-11 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple us
8
It was nice. Location was perfect...in the heart of town plenty of restaurant choices.
Pros:

Great location.. friendly helpful staff. Cool old speak easy vibe. Rooftop view and lounge

Cons:

Bigger coffee cups

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Andrew couple us
8
2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Pierluigi couple it
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Salomon couple us
9
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Gentile family_with_children it
1
Pros:

Niente poca serietà mi hanno prima prenotato e poi hanno detto che non c era la stanza da vergognarsi

Cons:

Niente squallidi come professionalita

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Felicia couple us
10
Wishing I was waking up in PR right now
Pros:

The atmosphere was everything the staff was very helpful

Cons:

The fact that they didn’t have a restaurant beside that that’s all

2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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jordonh856 Family Norwalk, Connecticut
8
Perfect location/Great value
Pros:

Absolutely perfect location. Right in the heart of Old San Juan, easily walkable to major attractions. I thought the hotel was very authentic and had great views from both the room and the rooftop patios. The room was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful. I would absolutely stay here again and I thought it was a good value for the location and the atmosphere.

2026-02-06 via Tripadvisor
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love2traveltogether Couples Atlanta, Georgia
6
Not what we expected
Pros:

I have been traveling to Puerto Rico my entire life and without saying my age, it has been a long time.

I have stayed in hotels all over the island, some high end and some paradors too. My husband and I decided to stay in Old San Juan this time. We chose the CasaBlanca Hotel for the location. We had seen it many times and it looked ok from the outside.

Prior to our travels we had to fly in a day early and when I called to try to add a night to our trip, I was told there were no rooms available. I told the man I spoke to that we understood that the room we had chosen may not be available and we would be ok staying in any room, but I was told no, no rooms were available. I went online and sure enough a Queen Deluxe room was available, so I booked it. We would then be moving to a Superior Suite for the duration of our trip.

The Queen Deluxe was small but had a balcony and so we were fine. When we switched rooms the next day, the staff, particularly Arianna was able to get us into our new room earlier in the day, to which we were very appreciative. Arianna was the only person at the front desk that was of assistance. The rest of the staff were pleasant enough, but not overly helpful. I had left a skirt in the first room, I reported it the same day, it was never located and although I inquired for the duration of our trip, it was never followed up on otherwise. I know it was my fault, but reporting it the same day, I would think it surely would show up.

The Superior Suite was 2 rooms and not very big, Not what I expected, but it was quiet and somewhat clean. The elevator is extremely slow and you definitely can only have 4 people on the elevator or it will not go up or down.

The location is definitely the main draw of this hotel, I think it is ok. The staff really should be more friendly as they are representing to people who are not from Puerto Rico, who the people of Puerto Rico are. Besides Arianna, that wonderful kind Puerto Rican person I knew all of my life, did not exist there. I would give the hotel 2.5 stars, We would consider staying again, but it might not be a top choice.

2026-02-04 via Tripadvisor
7
771sherylh Couples Chaska, Minnesota
2
Do not Stay Here!
Pros:

I am a travel advisor who reads tons of reviews and takes notes on prior clients' stays to make sure I'm selecting the best accommodations. I got duped by booking at the Casablanca Hotel in Old Town, San Juan. I paid $287 for a one night stay that I booked last April for a one night stay before our cruise. All I can say is close family and friends must have written the reviews I read. I had booked a deluxe room and ended up with a double bed with a cot next to it. There were only two of us so a cot wasn't necessary but we used it to set our luggage on because there was no other place to put it. I will say the staff was polite during this disastrous experience but did look at me funny when I requested an ocean view room at check in. For the first time in my life, my hotel room didn't have a window. I unlatched and opened a little wooden hatch and our hallway was on the other side of the hole in the wall with no glass. The safe didn't work until the front desk clerk came in and replaced the batteries. I asked where their bar was and they said the front desk was the bar but they only had beer. We took the stairs a few times because the elevator was so slow. To leave the light on in the bathroom for light, we had to listen to the loud fan all night. To make things worse, we called Uber the next morning and waited and waited and realized our street was closed. You would think someone at the front desk would tell their guests. We all had to walk about 1/2 mile to meet our drivers. They goodness our driver called us and directed us on where to go.

2026-01-31 via Tripadvisor
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311darinm Couples
10
We loved it.
Pros:

The Casa Blanca Hotel San Juan, was excellent. Great location and great value for the money. It’s central locate in walking distances to many tourist sites. The customer service was better than many of the major band hotels. Our front desk attendant Gabriel was friendly, knowledgeable and gave us plenty of ideas and options to make our stay great. I recommend this property to anyone who wants to enjoy Old San Juan at an affordable price.

2026-01-30 via Tripadvisor
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Michael couple us
8
2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Diego couple co
6
Mediocre hotel, with low mantainenece, low cleaning and low lever service but good location.
Pros:

The location is great if you’re planing to get to know old San Juan. Walking distance to all major places in the neighborhood, restaurants, shops and bars… and touristic places.

Cons:

Putting aside the location, I would rate this hotel a 5. The location would be the only selling point for me but other than that, services want very good, rooms where pretty old and lack maintenance. The old part is not an issue, but let me tell you, how forgotten the walls, and bathroom looked from a cleaning stand point. Bathrooms was leaking from different places and main desk did nothing. Aldo security box not working, no natural ventilation or lightning in my room. I COULD HEAR THE NEIGHBORS SNORING…. Which made my sleep almost impossible as I have a very light sleep. Common area was also dirty, and tables stayed filled with food grease from other guests for days. I don’t care that is old as long as it’s well mantained… but this place lacked identity, just old in general and constantly malfunctioning. I would only stay here if I needed the location and wouldn’t want to spend much time in my room or hotel… I wouldn’t stay here unless I had no other option and comfort is important. Also the internet sucks… like big time.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Anthony couple us
7
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
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Laura couple es
9
Pros:

En el centro del viejo San Juan.
Los empleados muy amables.
Hotel muy bien decorado.
Acuerdo con el parking

Cons:

Habitación dana al hueco del ascensor y un poco ruidosa

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Maura couple us
9
Pros:

Great location right in Old San Juan.

2026-01-26 via Nuitee
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Voyager759412 Family
10
Would book again!
Pros:

Such pleasent staff! Especially Gabrielle! Interior design was beautiful & warm.
We booked at last minute & got small room with double bed but was clean & comfy 😴
Will come back again only we will look a larger room!

2026-01-25 via Tripadvisor
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Alba solo_traveller co
8
Pros:

La ubicación, muy buena, el personal muy amable

Cons:

El ascensor, muy lento. El aire acondicionado muy fuerte

2026-01-25 via Nuitee
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Faye couple us
8
Pros:

Loved this funky place. Staff were excellent and the location couldn’t be beat. Refrigerator and ice are also nice and the roof deck was a treat.

2026-01-24 via Nuitee