Beautiful Colonial Apartment on the Historical Old San Juan (Wifi & Parking)
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
The Hostal El Sol is a beautiful structure dates back to the end of 1700s having been refurbished succesfully during 2006. This cozy fully furnished apartment is located on the first floor, with elegant new furniture and marble floors. All the wooden doors/windows open into an interior patio giving it a colonial look. This apartment has a unique layout; the living room opens to the kitchen and the kitchen opens to a family room which can sleep two people in a sofa bed. On this area you will find a walk-in closet and a bathroom with floors and walls covered with Travertine Marble. On the top of the family room there is a mezzanine that is accessed by a solid wood staircase with a classic Old San Juan look. On this level you will find the bedroom, with a queen size mattress and a seating/reading area. 16 ft ceiling’s, ss appliances, two sofa beds, two Satellite TVs and iPod sound system. Walking distance to the best restaurants & historical sites. Private parking for a nominal fee.
Property Type
- Apartment
- 700 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
Suitability
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
- Low Allergen Environment
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Only
- Suitable For Elderly Or Infirm
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen, 1 sleep sofa /futon
- (One additional Sofa Bed in the living room)
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- toilet, shower
- The bathroom floors and walls has Travertine Marble.
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Video Library
- Books
- Radio
- Stereo
- DVD Player
- Television
- Books For Adults
- Satellite / Cable
- Music Library
Theme
- Historic
- Family
Attractions
- Churches
- Live Theater
- Restaurants
- Synagogues
- Museums
- Botanical Garden
- Coin Laundry
- Library
- Ruins
- Cinemas
- Playground
- Caves
- Reefs
- Rain Forests
- Marina
Car
- Not Necessary
Leisure Activities
- Beachcombing
- Gambling Casinos
- Outlet Shopping
- Antiquing
- Sight Seeing
- Eco Tourism
- Scenic Drives
- Bird Watching
- Walking
local services and businesses
- Massage Therapist
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Babysitter
- Fitness Center
- Laundromat
- Medical Services
- ATM/Bank
Location Type
- Town
- Near The Ocean
sports and adventure activities
- Swimming
- Cycling
- Wind-Surfing
- Water Skiing
- Fishing
- Jet Skiing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Deepsea Fishing
- Snorkeling
- Surfing
- Roller Blading
- Sailing
- Golf
Arrival Day
- Flexible
Dining
- Dining Area
forms of payment
- Accept Credit Card
General
- Split-System Air Conditioning
- Vacuum System
- Parking On Street
- Ceiling Fans
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Towels Provided
- Telephone
- Local Activities Guide
- Toilet Paper
- Wireless Internet
- Sofa Bed
- Iron & Board
- Parking Off Street
- Parking
- Washing Machine
- Hair Dryer
- Shampoo
- Local Maps
- Air Conditioning
- Activities Guide
- Water Tank
- Basic Soaps
- Paper Towels
- Clothes Dryer
- Intercom System
- Alarm Clock
- Laundry Soap
- Internet
- Linens Provided
house cleaning
- Housekeeper Optional
Kitchen
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Microwave
- Blender
- Coffee Maker
- Freezer
- Grill
- Oven
- Cooking Utensils
- 4 Ring Stove
Outside
- Beach Towels
- Patio
- Terrace
- Lawn / Garden
- Small Cooler
- Beach Chairs
Reviews
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Perfect choice for staying in Old San Juan!
Perfect choice for staying in Old San Juan!
- Guest janine s.
- Date of stay 02/05/13
- Review Submitted 02/14/13
My husband and I just returned from an 8 day stay in Old San Juan. This apartment exceeded our expectations. The location is very convenient to everything and on a very quiet street. The building entrance is very secure and the apartment does not face the street so it is very quiet. It is on the ground floor (easy access) and the shuttered doors and windows open onto the beautiful and private inner patio. Great place to have coffee in the a.m., wine in the evening or just a quiet place to relax after a long day of walking this amazing city. It is clean and modern with every amenity you could ask for. The apartment was perfect. Very beautiful, comfortable and in a great location. The coffee stand at the plaza on Calle San Francisco has the best cafe latte. Plenty of tables and benches surround a beautiful fountain. We met many very nice friendly people there, travellers and locals. The Walgreen's located here was convenient for snacks and basic groceries. They also carry beer, wine and liquor. There is also a secure ATM at the plaza. We ate at El Jibarito, Barrachina, Caficultura, Tropical Taste, Waffle-Era Tea Room, St. Germain and a few others. We basically ate our way through the city and loved it all! The travel information center located at the plaza on Calle San Francisco arranged for a car rental and got the best rate. We rented a car from Target Car Rental. $29 day plus $10 for a GPS and they will pick you up at Plaza De Colon in OSJ. Drove to El Yunque and Loquillo. Ate at the Ceviche Hut at the kiosks on the way to Loquillo. Went to Paseo Pinones, walked along the paseo and tried the local food at the many stands. The Pina Coladas at The Soleil Beach bar were a favorite. Looking forward to going back! Thank you again for a wonderful experience.Owner response: We are happy you had a great time!!! Hope to see you in a near future.
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BEST HONEYMOON ACCOMODATIONS EVER!!!
BEST HONEYMOON ACCOMODATIONS EVER!!!
- Guest Jessica F.
- Date of stay 10/23/12
- Review Submitted 11/05/12
On 2012-10-23 we arrived in Old San Juan for our honey moon late at night (1130ish). Elsa had another tenant in the building, Margarita meet us to let us into the condo and show us around. Margarita had to work in the morning but was happy to welcome us and give us any and all information we requested about Old San Juan. In the morning we awoke to a note under the door with more details about Old San Juan and places to get groceries etc also from Margarita. The condo was so quiet and relaxing. It was very clean and had everything anyone could possibly need including lawn chairs, beach towels, pots and pans, dishes, coffee pot, tea kettle, hair dryer, washer and dryer and any other necessities you can think of... There was information there with cell phones to contact Elsa or Joe should we need anything during our stay. We ended up being stuck in San Juan due to Hurricane Sandy and Elsa offered us the condo to stay in while we waited for flights out. I did contact Elsa on a few occasions during our stay and she always replied promptly and also offered us a ton of information regarding things to do and places to see. I would recommend this condo for anyone and everyone visiting Old San Juan. The condo is in a very safe neighborhood and everyone is very helpful and friendly. Thank You to Elsa, Joe and Margarita for everything during our fabulous honeymoon in Old San Juan. We absolutely LOVED everything!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Perfect place to get away
Perfect place to get away
- Guest Tim P.
- Date of stay 02/16/12
- Review Submitted 02/29/12
Joe and Elsa were very helpful, responsive and flexible as we went through the process of renting the apartment. when we arrived we were immediately impressed with the modern features of the apartment (AC in two rooms, kitchen appliances, HD televisions, etc.) The apartment was located conveniently within walking distance to most of what Old San Juan has to offer and the price was better than the hotels we looked at in the area as well. Old San Juan is an incredible vacation destination with great food, historical sites and beautiful surroundings. This apt is a great fit for a couple or a family of four as they have two sofa beds to accommodate children. Couldn't have asked for a better experience and i would recommend this apartment to anyone considering a stay in Old San Juan. They even had beach chairs and towels for us to use and wireless internet as well. I can't think of a single complaint! Thanks to Joe and Elsa for making our stay so care free. Tim and MelissaOwner response: We are happy you had a great experience in our apartment. It was a pleasure to serve you. Hope to see you again.
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Awesome apartment
Awesome apartment
- Guest James B.
- Date of stay 01/21/12
- Review Submitted 01/30/12
We rented this apartment for a week in January and had a blast. Very clean. Modern appliances. But rustic/historic architecture. Center of Old San Juan. Nice owners. Couldn't ask for better accommodations.Owner response: We are happy you had a wonderful stay.
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Beautiful apartment, excellent location
Beautiful apartment, excellent location
- Guest Jon J.
- Date of stay 11/05/11
- Review Submitted 12/19/11
The Apartment was beautiful, in an old historical building beautifully renovated. We were four, with two children 11 and 12. The sleeping accommodations were fine, and the two TVs and internet access were much appreciated by the kids in the evenings. The kitchen is small, well appointed with everything needed. Mostly we just made coffee in the mornings as restaurants were within easy walking distance and the prices were very reasonable, and the local cuisine something we wanted explore. The laundry facilities were also in the kitchen and very convenient. The location was perfect in the middle of Old San Juan, close to everything. The owners, Joe and Elsa were very friendly and helpful. They have beach chairs etc. there in a storage closet in the apartment, as well as umbrellas for the couple of rainy days we had. They were also able to rent us their garage space nearby for our rental car, at a very reasonable price. This is a big deal in Old San Juan because parking on the streets is near impossible. Getting in and out of the old city was very easy. We made trips to the El Yunque Rain Forest and various beaches while we were there. Within the old town walking is the best option and there is plenty to see. We highly recommend this for anyone who wants to stay in old San Juan. This option is much preferable to a hotel in both price and comfort and convenience.Owner response: It was a pleasure to have you in our property. Hope to see you in the near future.
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Piso muy confortable en el corazon de San Juan!
Piso muy confortable en el corazon de San Juan!
- Guest Kerouanton m.
- Date of stay 08/27/11
- Review Submitted 09/06/11
Somos une familia francesa con un nino de 4 anos y pasamos 6 dias en San Juan. Este piso fue incredible! bastante grande, con una decoracion hermosa y un patio muy agradable. Esta muy bien ubicado en el centro de la ciudad vieja, pero en une calle muy tranquila, cerca de todas las comodidades (supermercado, restaurantes, bars, castel). Tiene une calidad de servicio perfecta : tv, wifi, aire acondicionado, la cocina con todo lo necesario para el primer dia! Hay todo para sentirse como a casa : dvd, jugetes para los ninos, jabon, detalles pero que fueron muy practicos!! nos sentimos como en nustra propia casa!! Elsa es muy simpatica y disponible! recomando este piso sin ninguna duda! Amis français, je recommande sans aucun doute cet appartement! Très bien situé, c'est un point idéal pour la visite de San Juan. Elsa est très sympathique et arrangeante. La procédure de location est simple, sûre et garantie (contrat signé, dépôt de garantie remboursé très rapidement, paiement par paypal). L'appartement à tous les équipements: tv, clim, ventilateur, 3 lits, et tout le nécessaire pour la cuisine ou la salle de bain. Une formule de location idéale pour penser de belles vacances en toute autonomie! je recommande aux familles!Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children.
Owner response: Gracias Marie. Fue un placer servirles. Esperamos tenerlos nuevamente por acá. / Merci Marie. Il a été un plaisir de servir les. Nous espérons les avoir récemment par là.
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Wow, excellent location, beautiful apartment!
Wow, excellent location, beautiful apartment!
- Guest Serey
- Date of stay 01/22/11
- Review Submitted 01/30/11
Hi, we stayed there for 5 nights after our cruise in the Caribbean. It is the best spot to be in San Juan. Everything is close, supermarket, restaurants and attractions. We took a taxi to go to the beach which is not too far. Old San Juan is very beautiful. The owner was very helpful and easy to reach when we have any questions before and during our stay. The apartment is very comfortable. It's the perfect place to rent with a baby because when our son was tired, we were never too far from home for a little rest.I recommend this place for everyone looking for a great location in Old San Juan and a well decorated and furnished apartment. Thanks for the wonderful place.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, families with young children, age 55+.
Owner response: Thank you for your review. It was a pleasure to meet you and your family. We are glad you had a wonderful time.
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Tasteful apartment in historic building
Tasteful apartment in historic building
- Guest marilyn M.
- Date of stay 12/28/10
- Review Submitted 01/18/11
This compact apartment is in a thoughtfully renovated building on a nice street, close to a good restaurant (San Germain) and well reviewed restaurants on Calle San Sebastian. The grocery store and Walgreens is down the hill. It is a pleasant walk to San Christobal and El Morro where families go to fly kites on the grassy slope down to the Fort.It is beautifully furnished and each room opens onto the courtyard. When we were there two wrens were refurbishing one of 3 nests. The bedroom is located in a loft so that some agility is required to access the bedroom.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+.
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Rates
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
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Hostal Del Sol
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Del Sol Street
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Apartment's Main Entrance
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Apartment's Main Entrance / Living Room (18' ceiling in the whole apartment)
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Living Room
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Living Room/Kitchen with Laundry Area, SS appliances and air conditioning
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Kitchen and access to the Bedroom
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Bedroom with Sitting Area/Mezzanine (marble floors throughout the whole apart.)
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View to the Interior Patio from the Bedroom First Level
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View from the Family Room and Kitchen (Interior Patio)
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Patio
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Building Entrance
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Beautiful Art Work at the Building's Main Entrance
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Entrance
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Living Room
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Living Room/Kitchen with Access to the Interior Patio and air conditioning
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Kitchen
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Beautiful Bathroom with marble floors and a shower with marble covered walls
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Bedroom (Mezzanine Area) with air conditioning
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Nice interior patio area for a glass of wine or having dinner
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Patio
