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Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4.0 star property
Bask in sun-kissed comfort with ocean views and cabanas by your side. Find your haven near Puerto Rico Convention Center where warm hospitality meets first-rate amenities.

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2 bars/lounges
Balcony
Front of property
View from room
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
VIP Access

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
The current price is P17,336
P22,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 17 - Feb 18

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Living area

Premier Penthouse

Highlights

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

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Living area

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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

Elite Suite

Highlights

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

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

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

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

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

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

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

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Romantic Penthouse

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dining table
Dishwasher
  • 87 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen 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
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Dining room

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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

Junior Suite

Highlights

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

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

Premier Suite

Highlights

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

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Living area

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
  • 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 - 11 min walk
  • Condado Beach - 11 min walk
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 13 min walk
  • Pan American Pier - 16 min walk
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Hato Rey Station - 5 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casita Miramar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Los Pinos Num 2 - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Éter Rooftop & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pure and Natural - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Texas De Brazil - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

Upscale hotel near Condado Beach
Close to Puerto Rico Convention Center and Pan American Pier, Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy brunch, dinner, international cuisine, and ocean views. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as 2 bars and a gym.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with free cabanas and sun loungers
  • Valet parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and meeting rooms
  • A 24-hour front desk, concierge services, and outdoor furniture
  • An elevator, wedding services, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, in addition to perks like air conditioning and minibars.
More amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, ice makers, and travel cribs

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Canvas
  • Innato
  • Melanzanna

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day, plus a deposit of USD 300 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: 18 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 300 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 50 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is 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

Does Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

As of Feb 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences on Feb 17, 2025 start from P 17,336.19, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 300 per stay and a fee of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Self parking is available for USD 25 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night.

What time is check-in at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences located?

Located in Santurce, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Paseo Caribe, Condado Beach, and Puerto Rico Convention Center. Sheraton Casino and Distrito T-Mobile are also within 15 minutes.

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 201 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jamie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property itself is beautiful and the staff is amazing. There are restaurants on the adjacent street that play very loud music 24/7
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce, Clemmons

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wanted downtime in my room but tv reception was awful. Otherwise room was great and hotel gorgeous
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay Bomar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing time staying at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences. All staff were kind and helpful. The property is beautiful. We would definitely stay again on our next trip to Puerto Rico.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was amazing and the included breakfast was a lovely bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. I will return here when I come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor, Richmond Hill

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved staying here! Everyone was so nice, and even according to the locals it was safe to walk from the hotel to near by areas. We are very active and found it convenient to walk to Old San Juan from here and back. Helps with all the eating and drinking! 10/10 recomendé this hotel. Will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr Ruben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a safe and quiet a retreat in the city.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Brenda

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey, Temecula

Traveled with family
The staff was exceptional
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hodan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences. The hotel itself is beautiful, exceptionally clean, and well-maintained. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, making my experience even more enjoyable. Overall, I was very pleased with my stay and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and welcoming place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Rajeev, weston

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. I recommend it as a great stay for any one looking for a hotel in PR.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, truly unique. The staff is wonderful—very friendly and respectful. The facility and rooms are impeccably clean. This was my fourth visit, and I plan to stay here again on my next trip to PR.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Patsy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Dated room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the employees were amazing, they went out of their way at
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikayla

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best boutique hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024