El Colonial Hotel Open Bar Adults Only

Hotels
9.8 (675 reviews)
312 Calle de San Francisco , San Juan , pr

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Bar
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly staff
Open bar
Cons:
Poor cleanliness
Uncomfortable room quality
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
9.8
Many guests reported filthy conditions and issues that indicate low cleanliness standards.
Service
10
Mixed reviews with some guests praising the friendly staff and good service.
Location
10
Repeatedly highlighted as a strong point, with a good location for exploring Old San Juan.
Room Quality
9.3
Reports of small, uncomfortable rooms with inadequate facilities and maintenance issues.
Amenities
10
Guests enjoyed the complimentary beverages and certain charm of the historic hotel.
Value for Money
9.3
Many guests considered the rates high for the quality and condition of the rooms.
Food and Beverage
10
Compliments for the open bar and the beverages available in the lobby.
Overall Experience
10
Despite several stated issues, many guests enjoyed their stay and appreciated various aspects.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:41

Property Description

Charming Boutique Hotel in the Heart of San Juan

Luxurious Rooms and Top-Notch Amenities
Experience comfort and style in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern facilities such as flat-screen TVs, cozy bed linens, and private bathrooms. Enjoy the convenience of free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk service during your stay.

Prime Location and Nearby Attractions
Located just 2.5 km from the stunning Playa Ocho, EL Colonial Adults Only is surrounded by must-see attractions including Fort San Felipe del Morro and Old San Juan. Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of the area with ease.

Unwind and Relax
Sip on cocktails at our on-site bar, soak up the sun on the terrace, or avail of our concierge service for a truly seamless experience. Book now and indulge in a memorable stay at EL Colonial Adults Only.

Important information:

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

9.8
Based on 675 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.8
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.3
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 9.3
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Josue couple us
5
2026-07-24 via Nuitee
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Marisol couple pr
10
2026-07-23 via Nuitee
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Micaela couple cl
3
No lo repetiría
Pros:

La ubicación es, sin duda, lo mejor del hotel. Está justo en el corazón del Viejo San Juan, por lo que es muy fácil recorrer toda la zona histórica caminando. El lobby es agradable y siempre había agua, té y café disponibles para los huéspedes, lo que se agradece.

Cons:

Lamentablemente, nuestra experiencia fue bastante decepcionante. La limpieza no era la esperada, especialmente en el baño, donde el piso no estaba bien limpio. Además, la ducha estaba en mal estado y era difícil regular la temperatura del agua. También había que avisar para que ordenaran la pieza, algo que considerando que es un hotel debería estar implícito.

El personal de recepción tampoco fue especialmente amable ni atento durante nuestra estadía. Si bien el hotel no ofrece desayuno, tampoco cuenta con facilidades básicas como un microondas o un espacio donde los huéspedes puedan calentar comida, lo que resulta bastante incómodo.

En general, sentimos que, considerando el precio, el hotel no ofrece el nivel de limpieza, servicio ni comodidades que esperábamos. La excelente ubicación fue, sin duda, lo único que realmente destacó de nuestra experiencia.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Anjela solo_traveller us
7
Nice hotel, great location
Pros:

Building was beautiful and was a great centralized location! Walking to nearby sited was very easy.

Cons:

Rooms need updating, but nothing that would deter us from staying there again

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Pedro solo_traveller br
1
2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Pedro solo_traveller br
1
Não recomendo
Pros:

A Localização

Cons:

O staff é muito grosseiro, não são prestativos, não querem atender o hóspede. O Open bar é controlado demais, não nos sentimos a vontade. Esqueci meu travesseiro FOM e simplesmente disseram que não estava mo quarto (mesmo eu indo procurar 5h depois de ter saído do apartamento).

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Alvarado solo_traveller pr
9
2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Mariam solo_traveller pr
10
2026-06-12 via Nuitee
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Enmanuel solo_traveller do
9
2026-06-10 via Nuitee
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Kapucu couple tr
8
2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Marianna Tassioulas extended_group us
1
Cons:

Horrible experience, staff were unpleasant and rooms had mold on celling. Would not recommend

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Ryan solo_traveller us
8
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Karilin A couple us
6
Great location.
Pros:

Perfect location and clean.

Cons:

Beds were very uncomfortable (bad mattress) and the management could do more to renovate the hotel and make it nicer, decorate with mote charm and upgrade the bedrooms.

2026-05-20 via Nuitee
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Salli solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Daisy couple us
9
Pros:

The location and staff were amazing, especially loved Chris and his customer service. Open bar is a huge perk and the building itself is gorgeous.

Cons:

Floors are not the cleanest and the water pressure was poor, but that sounds to be a common issue in Old San Juan.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Sunilda couple pr
10
Excelente servicio
Pros:

La ubicación, la atención, la limpieza, el trato. Por más hoteles como El Colonial Open Bar solo adultos.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Eva solo_traveller es
7
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Maria couple pr
10
2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Oscar solo_traveller pr
8
Nice , well located hotel
Pros:

Location, open bar, friendly staff

Cons:

-It was a hassle to find the perfect water temp on the shower, either it was scalding hot or too cold.
-We understand it is an antique property, but the floor in our room was very stained.

2026-04-26 via Nuitee
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Ian couple gb
9
Perfect location for Old Town and cruise port (10 min walk).
Pros:

Clean, comfortable and welcoming - particularly at Midnight off a flight from JFK.

Cons:

Nothing not to like.

2026-04-24 via Nuitee