Long Weekend

Guest: Roger (Greer, SC)
Date of Stay: 11/25/11 Review Submitted: 12/06/11

The condo is very convenient and easy to access once you get the hang of driving around San Juan. Suggest you check out Google maps and plan your driving carefully in case you get there and the its night or the weather is bad, both of which we experienced which made finding the location a bit challenging. Once you get to Condado several one way streets and lack of street signs makes for interesting drive. What you see from the pictures is exactly what you get, 16 floors up which offers a great view. Having a car is great for exploring the local area and the secure parking space is great. Walgreen's is a couple blocks to the left of the building for misc. items and many local bars and restaurants within walking distance. Highly recommend the bio bay tour at Lagoona Grande near Fajardo.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Excellent Value, Perfect for Getaway

Guest: Julie (Arp, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11 Review Submitted: 07/30/11

A friend and I went for a girl getaway. The condo was perfect - we were able to eat breakfast in, which saved money. The bed was comfortable, and the renovations were very nice. Very centrally located, with short cab rides to airport and Old San Juan. The Marriott across the street was very helpful with setting up tours. Laundry on 2nd floor easy to operate. The owner was incredibly helpful with information packet, and we had all the information we needed. Guard at front desk at all hours of day or night. We never felt unsafe (2 women traveling alone). Nearby restaurants had delicious food and drinks, and the locals were very friendly. I would highly recommend this condo to anyone wanting a clean place to stay that is in a good location.

Recommended for:Sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway.

Just returned from an Excellent Stay!

Guest: Claudia (San Francisco, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11 Review Submitted: 06/18/11

My boyfriend and I just returned from an absolutely excellent stay in San Juan, and Mark and Angel's was a perfect home away from home. It was nice being in a safe building with pleasant security guards, and the location of the condo is wonderful. We were right across the street from big hotels that are right on the beach, and very close to a range of restaurants (some that served finer fare and others that were more affordable). We rented a car so that we could take excursions to other parts of the island, but there's a lot to do around the condo and it's in a good spot to get public transportation or you can arrange tours with the hotels that are across the street. The renovations that they've done on the apartment make everything look very new and sleek. We loved waking up and looking out of the large windows in the bedroom that allow you to see all the way to the beach. I would highly recommend this condo for anyone's stay in Puerto Rico!

Owner response:Thanks so much for the nice review. We were so happy to hear you enoyed our place as well as San Juan. Thanks again.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, age 55+, romantic getaway.

Wonderful condo in the best location of PR.

Guest: TOM (Charlotte, N.C.)
Date of Stay: 09/19/10 Review Submitted: 09/30/10

Just returned from spending a week in this condo and found it absolutely perfect. Everything one needs for a fantastic get-a-away is included in this condo or within the building, and it is located in the center of everything. Very modern and nicely decorated with plenty of seating space in the living area with excellent lighting in each room, inclulding great overhead mood lighting in both the living area and also the bedroom. Much more storage space than anticipiated, including enough storage, drawer and shelf space to hold contents of 3-4 large pieces of luggage, plus an extra large walk-in closet to store you luggage, and this in addition to the 2nd closet in bedroom.. And unlike many rentals with 1 or 2 small mirrors, there are 4 good mirrors through-out including full lengths, and at least one is guaranteed to flatter you. You can stay here and just pack and travel light as washers & dryers in the building are both secure and inexpensive. If you plan to drive you must have a condo like this that provides parking as there very limited steet parking and this condo offers secure parking under the building at no add'l charge. And if you like to walk as I did, you can leave this condo and take long walks safely in 3 directions. The main beach is directly across the street, as well as a 2nd more secluded beach a few blocks down on the right which also great for walking as it goes on for miles. You can take a break in the nice neighborhood park directly behind the building which is completely covered in wonderful shade trees and offers a great place to take take a break & relax, get away from the main street, read, or grab an ice cream form the vendor there. I only lease properties where I can deal directly with owners instead of agents and Mark is a perfect example why, as he was exteremely easy to work with. Even providing package of information in advance of your visit with information on restaurants, directions and local points of interest which I found extremely helpful as reference when I arrived. Thank you Mark and Angel for sharing your home. I wish I could take it with me everywhere I traveled. Can't wait to return.

Owner response:Tom: so glad to hear you enjoyed the condo and San Juan. It was a pleasure dealing with you and if you ever decide to go back to SJ, please give us a call. Thanks for renting our place. Mark & Angel

Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, romantic getaway.

Guest: Dawn Egan (Rockville Centre, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/22/10 Review Submitted: 02/22/10

All of the comments previously listed were correct. My husband and I just came back from a relaxing, warm and peaceful vacation. Mark and Angel, you have provided a wonderful place to come “home” to while in Puerto Rico. The apartment is beautifully decorated and the attention to detail in all of the little amenities was really appreciated. I admit that I did not do any cooking during my stay – I was on vacation – but it was great to get up and make a cup of coffee or tea and have a light meal or bring something back. My favorite little feature was the shower. When you turned on the water, the temperature was perfect – you didn’t have to adjust anything, just turn on the water. There was plenty of storage for all of your things and plenty of places to sit and relax. Condado was a great place to stay, plenty of restaurants (at all price levels) and very walkable. I would highly recommend this condo.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/26/09 Review Submitted: 08/26/09

We recently stayed in Mark/Angel's condo for our week's vacation and I must admit we were extremely happy with our choice. Extremely! The pictures online are nice but do not do the apartment justice, it is absolutely beautiful. It was clean, very nicely presented and everything was just right...we truly felt like we were HOME even though we were away from home. We were very grateful for the full kitchen which we did use to cook a few meals when we didn't want to eat out, awesome balcony with an ocean view (great for relaxing and enjoying the sunset) and very comfortable bed (provided a great night's sleep). Should I ever visit PR again, I will definitely utilize their place again and I thank them for sharing it with us. If you are looking for a nice safe place, in an area with lots to do/eat, for a great price I recommend it 100%.

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Guest: Patrick Cuccaro (Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/09 Review Submitted: 01/01/09

This is a great place for an adult couple to enjoy - we stayed a week, and we'll be back. Condado is upscale, but accessible. The condo itself is perfectly situated, with a great view of the beach and within walking distance of many wonderful restaurants. The owners were very helpful getting us oriented with advance information. Please don't tell them, but we travel a lot, and this place is a steal. Very clean, with modern lines, it's perfect for those who are traveling on a budget but require excellent security and a water view.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 07/16/08 Review Submitted: 07/16/08

My husband and I made reservations to stayed at this condo for 6 nights and ask to stay for 3 additional nights because we did not want to leave. The condo is very clean, comfortable bed, has beautiful views, great building management, and safe. There are many restaurants nearby, only 10 minutes from the airport, has parking if renting a car. If we decide to go back we will definitely try to reserve to stay at this condo again if available. Highly recommend it! Great communication with the owners. The owners mailed the keys with information on places to eat and places to visit in Puerto Rico. If traveling to Puerto Rico this is the place stay.

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Guest: Earl Howard (Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 07/07/08 Review Submitted: 07/07/08

After 3 previous visits to Puerto Rico, we decided to try a vacation rental, rather than a more expensive hotel stay with all sorts of hidden fees. And our stay in unit 9213 made us believers. We definitely want to stay in this unit next year! The owners of the unit are wonderful to communicate with. As mentioned in previous reviews, they mailed a listing of local restaurants and activities in advance of our stay. Nice touch. The unit, as described, is tastefully decorated, impeccably clean and pretty much has everything you'll need to enjoy your beach vacation in Puerto Rico. The bed is very comfortable, nice linens, excellent mattress. The new A/C works wonderfully when needed (we loved hearing the ocean in the evening before bed and also left the A/C off while we were away from the unit.) It took no time to completely cool the condo down when we wanted to use the air. We enjoyed the stunning views from the ocean view balcony. Amazing sunrises and sunsets were enjoyed during our stay. The building just underwent new exterior paint and a remodeled lobby and it looks terrific. We enjoyed using the pool a couple of times, but how can you resist getting out in that ocean just across the street? The pool is large and clean -- and the pool area is very comfortable for just sitting around using the free Wi-Fi connection with your laptop. The gym, while basic, at least gives you the sense that you are continuing your work-out regimen. But I found after a few days, I was getting plenty of exercise with my snorkeling and ocean swimming activities. The laundry facilities are clean. The machines: new and very functional. Finally, the reserved parking spot that comes with the unit is a great thing. Parking is hard to come by in the Condado area, and it was great to know we were just a garage-click away from our spot. The building is located in the heart of Condado, on Ashford Avenue. Plenty of restaurants, shopping and night-life are near -- you might not even need a car.

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Guest: Irma & Ray (New Windsor, NY)
Date of Stay: 11/21/07 Review Submitted: 11/21/07

We recently spent a week at the condo after returning from a cruise. It is a beautiful apartment, very tastefully decorated, well maintained, spotless and with everything you need at hand. It is cozy yet extremely comfortable. The view from the terrace is spectacular. I can't tell you how many times we just sat on the terrace and watched the world go by. Very relaxing! The location is ideal as it is close to everything including casinos, restaurants, shopping, and of course, the beach. It was a plus having a laundry room at our disposal, since we had just returned from a cruise. Also, not having to worry about looking for parking.........PRICELESS! The Security personnel were very pleasant, as were other tenants we came in contact with. Mark handled the transaction with the utmost professionalism. We HIGHLY recommend this property and would not hesitate to stay there again. Thanks again, guys, for making our vacation STRESS FREE from start to finish!!! PS: For a GREAT Mojito, try Buenos Ayres around the corner. Nov. 11 - 18, 2007 - Irma & Ray

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