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Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4.0 star property
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2 bars/lounges
Executive Suite | View from room
Romantic Penthouse | Balcony
Front of property
Royal Penthouse

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
601 Av. Miramar, San Juan, San Juan, 00907
  • Condado Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬
VIP Access
Curated for quality and service, VIP Access stays consistently receive our highest guest ratings.
  • Expect exceptional service
  • Extra savings and perks for BONUS+ members

Room options

Premier Penthouse

  • 106 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 79 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Elite Suite

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • 26 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Romantic Penthouse

  • 87 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Executive Suite

  • 46 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 118 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

  • 30 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premier Suite

  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Royal Penthouse

  • 162 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

Hotel with 3 restaurants, near Condado Beach
Along with 3 restaurants, this hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Continental breakfast is free. Other amenities include a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and valet parking.
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Paseo Caribe. Free breakfast, 3 restaurants, and 2 bars are available.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Enjoy international cuisine with ocean views at Canvas, one of the property's 3 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Valet parking and self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and tour or ticket assistance
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the overall condition of the property
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There are 3 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star San Juan hotel.

Guests are served free continental breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Canvas - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Melanzanna - This restaurant specializes in pizza. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Innato - Onsite restaurant. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • 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–10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Restaurants on site

  • Canvas
  • Melanzanna
  • Innato

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • A meeting room

Outdoors

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

Spa

  • Couples treatment room(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Romance packages available

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Electrical adapters/chargers
  • Free local calls
  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated
  • 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: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day, plus a deposit of USD 300 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • 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

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 215 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay
We arrived and they knew my name (based on my reported arrival time) very personable and friendly staff. Lobby is beautiful. Bar is nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dr Ruben

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

jeffrey, Temecula

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

4/10 Poor

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dissappointing stay
Advertised roof top bar and restaurant which was a big part of why we booked here. It was closed for a private party. very dissappointing. We could have been given notice.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hodan

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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 traveller

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

10/10 Excellent

Tayarisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

TROY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgardo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel in the Miramar neighborhood near all the best restaurants , Old San Juan , Condado and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

10/10 Excellent

Taniedra, Houston

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

iisha

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful safe, cleanliness of the hotel and very near to everything you could ever need.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Nathaniel

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

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

10/10 Excellent

Desi

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024