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Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4.0 star property
Hotel with 2 restaurants, near Condado Beach

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Steps from Condado Beach, Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers a sophisticated retreat. Enjoy international cuisine at one of the 3 on-site restaurants, take in ocean views, and unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars or by the outdoor pool.
VIP Access
$300 nightly
The total price is $327
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Total with taxes and fees

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Why we love this property

Work and play balance
In a lively district, this hotel features business facilities and meeting space. Guests can unwind with in-room massages or visit either of two bars.
Dining for every mood
Savor international cuisine with ocean views or grab a pizza at 3 restaurants. Two bars and free continental breakfast round out the dining scene.
Sleeping in style
Hotel rooms boast premium bedding with hypo-allergenic options on pillowtop mattresses. Blackout drapes and in-room massages elevate the sleep experience.

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • City view
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Premier Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 445 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Elite Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Elite Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Executive Suite

  • City view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 845 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Dining room

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1267 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Premier Penthouse | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Premier Penthouse

  • City view
  • 1140 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Romantic Penthouse | View from room

Romantic Penthouse

  • Beach view
  • 940 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Royal Penthouse | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Royal Penthouse

  • City view
  • 1745 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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 - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Condado Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Distrito T-Mobile - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Escambron Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patria Yards - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Gustos Coffee Co. - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Fogo De Chao - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Texas de Brazil - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Pinos Cafe - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

  • When you stay at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Condado Beach and Sheraton Casino. The outdoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Canvas, one of 2 restaurants, which serves international cuisine and is open for dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a snack bar/deli. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and overall property condition.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 36 rooms
    • Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 50 percent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total, up to 20 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only*
    • Pets must be supervised
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Parking

    • Uncovered onsite self parking (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 25 per night)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Snack bar/deli

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free pool cabanas
  • Pool loungers
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2022
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 55-inch Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

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

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Individually decorated

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • WiFi
  • Free local calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)

Special features

Dining

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.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: 18 percent of room rate
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Concierge service
    • Fitness center access
    • In-room bottled water
    • In-room coffee
    • In-room safe
    • Phone calls (may be limited)
    • WiFi access (may be limited)

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 50 percent

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 300 per stay
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self parking costs USD 25 per night with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 25 per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.

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

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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

Is there a pool at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 20 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day, and there's also a deposit of USD 300 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 25 per night. Valet parking costs USD 25 per night.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).

Is there an onsite casino at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Metro (10-min walk) and Sheraton Casino (11-min walk) are both nearby.

What is there to do at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences and nearby?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine and ocean views.

What's the area around Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences like?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences is a short 11-minute walk from Condado Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Sheraton Casino.

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Reviews

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The complimentary breakfast was delicious and offered a great variety of options. (17 reviews)
  • The hotel offers convenient access to nearby beaches and a short walk or Uber ride to Old San Juan. (8 reviews)
  • The rooftop pool was a tropical dream, perfect for relaxation, with great views of the marina and ocean. (14 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms friendly accommodating staff - would love to stay again!
Alea and Doug, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff are highly attentive and pleasant and the property is beautiful.
Marilyn, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, staff very accommodating and friendly, restaurant onsite excellent
Doug, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was a very nice spacious apt. Staff was lovely.
Katherine, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was beautifully decorated and the staff was helpful and friendly. The suite was spacious and comfortable. Felt like more of a home than just an ordinary hotel room
Chad, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Nice hotel, staff very friendly and helpful- breakfast in the morning was very good for a free continental, rooms were spacious and clean. Restaurant charges for tap water so watch that, but food and bar was very good up there. Pool is a Sundeck and sunbathing pool only, but very nice.
Annette, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Not close to beach but walkable to restaurants. Staff was exceptional.
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff was extremely helpful and very accommodating.
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This boutique hotel was great. The staff was so helpful with giving recommendations and allowing us to change rooms after the first night. It Comes with complementary breakfast. The hotel’s style is unique and beautiful. If your room is on the Main Street side it can be noisy hence we needed to move rooms so my friend could sleep better. If you’re looking for a place not in the hustle and bustle of old San Juan or the resort hotel area then this is a great place to stay!
Whitnie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very kind and helpful, the room was clean and spacious for us.
Janee Michelle, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was lovely. The staff was super helpful and friendly.
Jennie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel and staff were fabulous and always so helpful. Had such a great time with our stay.
Christina, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was fantastic. The people were awesome. Can't wait to come back to San Juan and stay here again.
Still decorated for Christmas in the lobby. Loved it!!
Deborah, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Beautiful room, wonderful service and a nice view.
Dianys, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Safe and ice maker in room nice touch. Bathroom small. No place to put makeup on for the Mrs. Breakfast is a nice layout. Staff were nice. Overall a good experience
Matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very courteous and attentive staff!
Mary I, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Front desk and valet parking/porter excellent. Hotel has a great art deco vibe and we loved the location. Close to local restaurants and easy 15-20 walk to Condado beach. Room spacious and well appointed. One niggle is not enough towel hooks in bathroom. Would definitely stay at Don Rafa again.
Paul, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Alicia and the Canvas staff and view were fantastic!
Erik, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Spacious, clean room. Friends and helpful staff. Conveniently located. Highly recommend and will definitely stay here for my next visit to Puerto Rico
Lornette, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

the room was very nice and the staff was quite friendly. The only issue was using our $50 room credit which was a hassle and we lost out on some of it.
Caroline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel… charming… clean. I recommend it.
Sebastian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff! Very clean.
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very courteous and the rooms were very nice and clean. We loved the close in location in Old San Juan which was close to our cruise port location. The neighborhood was safe and walkable, close to restaurants and other shops.
Nancy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lots of restaurants and shops near by! Beautiful hotel lobby, nice pool on roof top. Not too far from cruise ports. Staff was great to work with and they had a good complimentary breakfast!
Fonda, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff are courteous!
Wilson, 1-night trip