Coqui del Mar Guest House

Everything was amazing! The staff is phenomenal! Will definitely be back!

Izzy was a wonderful host. Very sweet and welcoming. Even though our visit was short we would love to come back!

I had an amazing experience. Coqui Del Mar is a cute little place, cozy and intimate. The property is very well kept and its location was perfect; near great restaurants and bard.

This was mine and my partners first time to Puerto Rico and let me tell you.. this place was the perfect place to go to for members of the LGBTQ+ community who want to find some community while exploring new places.

My partner and I were able to explore Puerto Rico on our own terms and it felt super local and authentic. The sounds of the coqui's was the most soothing background noise to fall asleep to.

10/10 recommend this guest house to anyone looking to explore Puerto Rico, make amazing friends, or relax by the pool. Absolutely will be returning! Julisa and Izzy were an amazing managers and helped us so much!

11 out of 10!! absolutely loved our stay! this was our first time in Puerto Rico and Coqui Del Mar made the experience amazing! We are already super excited to come back! Izzy is an amazing general manager and all the friends we made along the way made our visit so special!

Coqui Del Mar is a magical place if you were ever in search for Armistead Maupin’s “28 Barbary Ln., San Francisco“ you found it here in San Juan Puerto Rico.

Rob and Vianney are amazing hosts. They remind me of Anna Madrigal, whose 420 friendly guest house is incredible. Their staff: Izzy’s hard work and whose Je ne se quois, has the ability to make you feel so special. Juan, Kevin, and Pedro, are hard workers, as well as, impeccable chefs. From the breakfasts/ brunches, to the barbecues, to the cooking demonstration on Monday night, you can taste the love they have for Puerto Rican food. Lorindinna whose passion of Puerto Rico (the places to check out, and the local delicacies) radiate through out her body. She gets so excited, and makes you feel like you’re already there tasting the food she’s described.

The place is eclectic, and you can feel the love, and the guests feel like neighbors/ family.

A beautiful and discreet location that was perfect for our weekend getaway to Puerto Rico. Located minutes from the historical sites of San Juan. While we were not able to participate in all of them, there were plenty of activities and fun to be had for all.

Friendly and accommodating

Nice stay! Beautiful suite. Rob was a great host! Breakfast/brunch hours seemed to change daily. Pool area is quite small. Quiet hours are supposed to be 9 pm on, but it seemed that this was not enforced. The boys were pretty riled up til about 11 pm.

Great time at Coqui del Mar

Just back from a relaxing 8 night stay. The guesthouse is super relaxed and friendly, with a small pool, spacious hot tub and second floor deck. Staff chef is amazing, with made to order breakfast/brunch + afternoon bbq twice a week, and always vegan /vegetarian options. Don’t miss the awesome guava cream cheese spread/dip!

Great location, beach a block away and even better beach a 10 minute walk. Isla Verde is a 15-20 minute walk, with a more spacious beach and lots of wonderful restaurants. Bus or Uber to Old San Juan or other parts of the city is quick and cheap.

Not sure about those recent negative reviews: our towels were big and fluffy, and daily housekeeping was offered. It’s not a 5-star resort, it’s even better, like staying as a houseguest with a wonderful friend. We met great guys from all over.

The people of San Juan were uniformly friendly and chill. Go with a fun, relaxed attitude and you’ll have a great time.

Overall was good , a bit under my expectations when I get there but was okay . Manager and chef friendly! Good communication overall .

My boyfriend and I stayed at Coqui Del Mar Guest House for five days in December, and it was a wonderful experience. The staff was incredibly attentive and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the start. They foster a strong sense of community among guests, sharing thoughtful recommendations and keeping us informed about local activities, which enriched our visit to San Juan.

We also appreciated the guest house’s commitment to inclusivity—it’s a space where LGBT travelers can feel completely comfortable and celebrated.

It’s worth noting that the accommodations are not luxurious. The rooms are simple and practical, but clean and well-maintained. If you’re seeking a high-end resort, this may not be for you, but if you value a warm atmosphere, excellent service, and a local experience, Coqui Del Mar is perfect. We can’t wait to return!

First, let me begin by saying that my husband and I prefer luxury accommodations. We always look for the cleanest and most beautiful places everywhere we travel. We ourselves are engaged, meticulous business owners and we always expect the same from other businesses we patronize.

Recently, we spent 2 nights in the "Pink Room" at Coqui del Mar. While we loved their marketing and the idea of a gay-friendly clothing-optional guesthouse, for us, this place really missed the mark. Although the room seemed sufficiently clean, everything else was lost in the details which have clearly been overlooked time and time again at this property.

BATHROOM
For starters, the bath towels. These old and overused rags had been worn down to be only a little thicker than a few pieces of cheesecloth sewn together. I cringed each time I had to dry myself after a shower. As for the pool towels, one of them was frayed along the edge and stained.

For a modestly-sized 5'9", 165-pound man, the shower itself was just barely big enough to turn around in. What made it really uncomfortable, however, was the saggy shower curtain sloshing around near my feet. Why not size the curtain properly to make your guest's shower experience better? I don't want to rub my body on a shower curtain that is surely full of mildew and bacteria from months of use in a hot and humid environment.

The toilet was smartly equipped with a bidet nozzle but the white seal around the base of the toilet was stained urine-yellow. To be fair, we did not detect an odor, but this detail is very important as it just as unsightly as it is unsanitary.

The sink is teeny-tiny and the medicine cabinet above it sticks out from the wall. In order to spit my used toothpaste into the sink, I had to carefully wedge my head underneath the medicine cabinet. Very uncomfortable and such poor planning without thinking about guests' comfort.

BEDROOM
Although the bedding was nothing more than a thin sheet and a thin blanket, the mattress itself was comfortable enough to get a good night's sleep. The pillows were not the most comfortable but they did the job.

KITCHEN
We did not use the kitchen.

To be fair, maybe this kind of place just isn't for us. We had high hopes but when the property sent me a pre-arrival email with tons of information about "Winter Fest" and included all the dates for their 2023 "Winter Fest" and never bothered to even read the email before sending it out THREE TIMES, I should have realized the people running this place do not care about details.

We love supporting gay-owned small businesses but we won't support a business that doesn't put in the effort to win a 5-star review. Sorry, Coqui del Mar, we won't be back.

We stayed here after a cruise for the weekend. For us it was a mixed experience. First the good. The owner and the staff are super friendly. The location of the hotel is an a gated community which really felt extra secure. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. For the stuff we didn’t care so much for: the place feels very much like a make shift place and honestly feels a bit run down. The breakfast/ brunch was underwhelming (although prepared with love) and served on a bunch of plastic dishes that felt a collection of hand me downs. We skipped that for our second day. The room was not cleaned on Saturday - we just got fresh towels but when we got back from our daily excursion into the city the bed was not made and we just found the towels. Again we feel a bit bad to leave this mixed review. For the price we paid we could have definitely stayed in a nicer place. But closing again on a high note: the staff was very nice and tried to be helpful. It was just not what we expected otherwise.

Very lovely place to stay.

The staff is over the top here. They are there to make sure you have a great stay. The facilities are welcoming and have everything needed for a great stay. The brunches, breakfast and communal areas are great for meeting other travelers and making friends.

I really liked the staff the guests were excellent they will work with you and make your accommodations excellent. I enjoyed the start chats easy! Pedro Johnny I can’t name them all I want to thank you all for giving a great experience and love . I can see this to be excellent community . Thank you John for the wine in my room.

Loved it! Great gay hotel in San Juan 2 minute walk from the beach and easy uber anywhere. The staff and owners are fantastic!

Such an amazing experience! Love the vibe, the property, it truly feels like home. They are so on top of everything and provide the best local recommendations, friendly and familiar, 10/10