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Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants

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Room
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Interior
No worries about electricity outages. We have solar power and water cisterns.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access
  • Balcony or patio
  • Living area

Explore the area

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San Juan, San Juan
  • Place, Calle Fortaleza
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Castillo de San Cristobal
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Port of San Juan
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants

Charming remodeled 1 bedroom/1 bath on second floor (no elevator) of a colonial house (over 200 years!) on Sol street. a quiet residential street of OSJ. We live downstairs. High ceilings. Lots of light. Kitchen equipped, gas stove and large refrigerator. Hi-speed internet (optic fiber). Two private balconies overlooking Sol st. With 17 solar panels and two Tesla batteries no worries about power outages! Water cistern on roof. Walking distance to everywhere in OSJ. You will love it!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not suitable for children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only
no loud noise or music allowed
no visitors allowed
No bare chests in the common area or on the streets of OSJ. A casual dress code is what Sanjuaneros are used to, not Beach attire on the streets.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 584517
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

San Juan

Located by the sea, this apartment is in Old San Juan, a neighbourhood in San Juan. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Condado Beach and Escambron Beach. Institute of Puerto Rican Culture and Centro de Bellas Artes Luis A. Ferre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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San Juan, San Juan

What's nearby

  • Calle Fortaleza - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Castillo de San Cristobal - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Port of San Juan - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 9 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Verguenza - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Mallorca - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Café Finca Cialitos - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪El Jibarito - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mercado La Carreta - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants?

As of 5 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants on 15 Jun, 2026 start from S$200, including 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.

How much is parking at Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Blue balcones / walking distance to historic sites & restaurants located?

Located in Old San Juan, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of San Juan National Historic Site and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This charming clean comfortable apartment in a quieter neighborhood in Old San Juan was a complete delight. Our hosts were warm and helpful. The kitchen was well equipped and the two small blue balconies gave us a respite to enjoy watching tourists and neighbors stroll the street below- magical! We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vivian R.

Great Vacation Rental

Perfect location, beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reid C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot For Our Trip

We had a great stay, the property is located in the middle of Old San Juan which was perfect for us to explore the area by foot. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caribe

Great! So close to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Derek A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming and convenient!

Terrific hosts! Friendly to deal with, knowledgeable with excellent suggestions on parking & restaurants, responsive to our needs. The place is perfect for a couple or three. Clean and cool, with cute balconies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay in old San Juan!

The house was in an incredible location in old San Juan. Everything was in walking distance from restaurants to markets to sightseeing areas and more! The house had everything we needed! The views from the balconies were beautiful, the air conditioning worked great and there was a great kitchen and living space for us to relax. We would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to enjoy some time in old San Juan.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

I stood in this charming apartment in old San Juan for the Lola challenge race series this past weekend. Very walkable to each starting line which was a plus. The host Lourdes made sure our stay was pleasant and checked in on us to see if we were on k and if we were in need of anything. The sleeping arrangements were very comfortable. I would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The apartment is exactly as described, very charming. It was very clean, and a wonderful location. I had always wanted to stay in an apartment in the middle of old San Juan, and this experience met my hope & expectation! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Spotless. Great communication
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arland & Lori E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Location to all Viejo San Juan sights is very walkable. Do not bring a car. Taxi from airport is easy and Uber back to airport or elsewhere is also easy. The host, Lourdes was great with restaurant and sightseeing recommendations and was quick to answer any questions. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo B.

Wonderful location to explore OSJ. The property was amazing with all the amenities of home.

Lourdes & Miguel were always available if needed. The renovations to the apartment were terrific, thoroughly modern in a old historic building. Really loved the balconies. You can sit there and have your morning coffee and watch the city wake up. You won't be disappointed with this one.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the 2 balconies and their bright blue color. The whole apartment was very nice and comfortable. Our host was quick to respond to any of our needs. Fantastic location! The only downside, and it was beyond our host's control, was that construction was taking place nearby and the crew started promptly at 7am. I would definitely recommend this property to my friends and family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean D.

Great, fun little apartment in the heart of Old San Juan

Quite street, great management/owners who were very helpful. Bed was comfortable, kitchen had everything needed for a week or so stay. Very easy to get to from the airport via quick 20 minute cab ride. Many restaurants and bars in the area, all within walking distance. Very walk-able area, don't rent a car, because you will not be able to park (and you really don't need a car, Uber was at most 10 minute wait, and that was at the busiest time of day, normally less than 5 minutes to get a ride).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in old town

All was certainly adequate for 2 adults . The only downside was the lack of a window in the bedroom which made it feel a little claustrophobic. Also this created less ventilation for the bedroom . But the ceiling fans did a good job. There are several sets of stairs to reach the 2nd floor. But they are well lit. However a brief stay was just fine, The area was quiet even being on a street during the weekend. The owners were lovely and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alli T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Artsy Beautiful home in colorful Old San Juan near everything there!

Dislocation is beautiful clean. There's two balconies that you can walk out and sit on. There's nice AC and cross flow air if you want the windows open. It has beautiful views of old San juans colorful streets. The art around the apartment and hallways is gorgeous and inspiring and energizing, The tiled stairs are gorgeous and the lock at the front door and on the apartment are easy to use and secured. Who walked to dinner and all of our events from this location? We didn't need a car while we were there. It was perfect! The communication with the host was quick and efficient and informative employee. All of it went so well. I would definitely run from this place and owner again. It did just have one bed and futon so max 3 people
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dawn w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes...all was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia R.

Sehr gute Unterkunft

Alles bestens, schön, gut gelegen, perfekt! Danke nochmal für den angenehmen Aufenthalt.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Bernice C.

Old San Juan one bedroom

This was a comfortable space. Great if you are looking to be in the center of night life and the old city. Not very close to beaches, so don't stay here if that is you primary reason to come. It is a second floor walk up, so be prepared to lug things up and down as needed. The space was very clean, but the furnishing are a bit worn. I would stay here again if needing to stay in Old San Juan.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha T.

Old San Juan perfect location

This was a perfect location for visiting old San Juan. The apartment had all the facilities and was extremely quiet. The owner is a charming lady and lives downstairs in case of any urgent needs (which we did not have). We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia H.

Great location

This is a very pleasant apartment--spacious, artsy and in a great location. You can walk to anything in Old San Juan. Bed is comfortable; kitchen is well equipped; living room is cozy. And, of course, the balcony is lots of fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadine G.

Loved the balcony - great location

The apartment was in a perfect location for taking advantage of Old San Juan. Despite being in the thick of it, it was quiet and cool inside the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda O.

Perfect location

The reviews don't lie! This apartment was in the perfect location. Right in the middle of Old San Juan. Every restaurant and small shop was within 4-8 minutes walking distance. I think the most I walked was 12 minutes to a super hidden cafe that had the best coffee I've ever had. The apartment itself was perfect. Every morning I walked over the the balcony and opened the Spanish style French style doors to let in light and air. It was beautiful. The whole apartment was clean and ready to use. Our flight landed very early and the host was more than accommodating and let us drop our bags off early. We rented a car with Payless and I would do it with them again. They are outside of the airport(about 5 min away), but they have a shuttle that takes you to and from the airport to the car rental for free. Just make sure you have you car insurance declaration from back home so you dont need their coverage (but call your insurance company first..let them know you are traveling to Puerto Rico and they will let you know if you will be covered). Just like everyone else says. You cannot park on the street the apartment is on. It's hard to find parking, but it can be done for free if you drive around like 10 minutes. Do not. I repeat do not park where there are yellow, blue, red or white curbs. And if you do find a curb with no color, make sure to read the signs from corner to corner. Some spots are only open the the public from 7am-7pm and then its residential parking 7pm-7am. The tickets are $250, so head my warning. If you do get a parking ticket you can pay it half cost at the bus station in old san juan. There is an office somewhere in that building.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

Great location

Comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mickey T.

Great place

It’s cozy, clean, safe, private, perfect location. Many good restaurants close to the apt. My favorite “ El Jibarito”. There’s food everywhere. Love it. We also enjoyed the fact that The Morro, San Cristobal Fort, museums, Arts and the ocean all within walking distance. We highly recommended this place. Thank you Lourdes and Mickey. Professional and easy to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher K.

Great Location - Great Accomodations

Apartment couldn’t have been in a better location. On a quiet stretch of street but only a few minutes walk to vibrant night life and shopping. Apartment itself was spacious, bright and well kept. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!

About the host

Hosted by Lourdes

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Caribe Rentals is a family short & long term rental agency designed by Miguel Maldonado and Lourdes Suárez. A creative-retired couple that has been living in Old San Juan for many years. They have tailored four cozy apartments for you to choose your next vacation or business travel: two in Old San Juan and two in Miramar.

Miguel is the mastermind behind the interior decoration of the rentals and is in charge of maintaining the lush gardens. Plus, he has great stories from his hippie years in Puerto Rico. Lourdes is a retired French and Humanities professor, and your direct contact during your booking and stay.

For them good communication comes always first, when hosting friends, family and other travelers. They look forward to providing you with a joyful, homie and relaxing vacation! Feel free to look through their unique apartments and contact us if you have any questions.

Why they chose this property

We decided to retire in Old San Juan, by investing in this old colonial building with the idea to host travelers on our second floor. We love the old city lifestyle! You'll see the beauty and uniqueness of this place. San Juan has a vivid community, dense history and is walking distance to a variety of cafes, restaurants and cultural events.

Also we enjoy conserving part of Puerto Rico's architectural history by taking care of such a lovely colonial building, in Sol Street, one of the few residential areas in OSJ.

What makes this property unique

- Quiet residential street.
- Very close to the ocean and to all the historic sites.
- Solar powered. 17 solar panels on the rooftop + battery backups, guarantee us power in any eventual power outage.
- A large cistern on the rooftop guarantees water in any eventuality!
- We are equipped for hurricane season!!

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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