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La Buena Vida Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Condado Beach

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Terrace/patio
Shared kitchen
Family Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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150 C. Diez de Andino, San Juan, San Juan, 00908
  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Condado Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Queen Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Queen Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Twin Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Family Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

San Juan

Santurce stay.Your stay at this Santurce guesthouse places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort and Condado Beach. Puerto Rico Convention Center and Pan American Pier are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Jose Miguel Agrelot Coliseum - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Condado Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Pan American Pier - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Domenech Station - 5 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Manolín - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Coco De Luis - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬10 min drive

About this property

La Buena Vida Inn

3.5-star guest house near Condado Beach
WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star San Juan guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
La Buena Vida Inn offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with shared/communal kitchens. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
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 front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 100.00 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay

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.

  • Pet deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

We should mention

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

Property is also known as

La Buena Vida Inn San Juan
La Buena Vida Inn Guesthouse
La Buena Vida Inn Guesthouse San Juan

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Buena Vida Inn to the airport?

La Buena Vida Inn is 5.4 mi (23-min drive) away from the Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Buena Vida Inn?

As of Sep 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Buena Vida Inn on Sep 8, 2025 start from $96.04, excluding 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.

Does La Buena Vida Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Buena Vida Inn.

How close is La Buena Vida Inn to the beach?

This guesthouse is a short 8-minute walk from Playa Ocean Park and 2.4 mi (9-min drive) from Condado Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does La Buena Vida Inn offer free breakfast?

La Buena Vida Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at La Buena Vida Inn?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort (3-min drive) and Sheraton Casino (6-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at La Buena Vida Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at La Buena Vida Inn?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does La Buena Vida Inn have a pool?

La Buena Vida Inn does not have a pool.

Does La Buena Vida Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is La Buena Vida Inn to downtown San Juan?

La Buena Vida Inn is 3.8 mi away from San Juan.

La Buena Vida Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 557 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 557 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 557 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 557 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 53 out of 557 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo, Columbia

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking on the street is hard to find, not the best immediate neighborhood, but the property itself was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk ladies were fantastic and the rooms were huge n great location..
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Milo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel location is very inconvenient but over a good hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Victoria

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hard for Uber to find. Though the ad says reception is only at desk from 10am to 4pm, you cant check in till 3. Our room had 2 beds, that were dirty all along the baseboards. You have to go out of the room, across the hall, using a key, to get into the bathroom. The TV never worked nor was anything else offered & only 1 light in the whole room worked. It was disappointing to spend $200 to sleep in a room for 1 night with our teenagers & no tv, no vending machines & barely any light. No wonder it was non-refundable thru Hotels.com. Felt like the icing on the cake to a total rip off of a week of being scammed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El lugar está grande y muy limpio. Las instrucciones fueron claras y siempre estaban disponibles. Está cerca de todo un poco. Nos fascinó el lugar.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property and staff! Recommend 100%
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Majaya

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming Maria was so great and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was excellent
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Yaydalice

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Salome, Huntersville

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got what we asked fir
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near lots of stuff but tucked in a little neighborhood street. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly, and were very enthusiastic about sharing information about PR with me. The place is very comfortable with lots of public spaces and cozy rooms.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely unexpected

I think the one word I would use to describe our stay is unexpected. First, instead of a thousand tiny rooms crammed into an older building the room itself was very spacious and comfortable. There is a common lobby on each floor and where we were on the second floor there was a complete kitchen as well as a working area with desks and pretty speed wi-fi. When we arrived we were greeted enthusiastically and provided a host of information of things to do and see many of which we were not aware of even though we travel to San Juan at least once a month. Both the common areas and the rooms were immaculate, well appointed and there was sufficient hot water! (It's PR, if you know you know). The neighborhood felt quite safe, we had no issues in finding parking right in front of the Inn and there are stores and restaurants all within walking distance. All-in-all I would definitely stay here again as this is true value for the money.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Domonique

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a nice stay, only thing we didnt like was how humid the room got, which left the floors dewy like. Other thank that the room was beautiful, loved the bathroom and the beds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David, Philadelphia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property. I love the decor and the whole setup.We loved the place. I recommend this place and will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teahana

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Candena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was Overall nothing short of Home away from home. Staff is Amazing and knowledgeable in everything that Puerto Rico has to offer and what is not known staff did their due diligence in finding info needed. The space is welcoming and clean. I highly recommend, my trip was for R&R and I definitely got that staying at La Buena Vida
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kondesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location for the beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Briana

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had an excellent time at this inn, the receptionist were all very sweet & helpful. As was the housekeeper very nice establishment
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at this hotel in Puerto Rico. It was quiet, comfortable, and had everything I needed for a smooth trip. The location was super convenient — I was able to get to Old San Juan, Condado Beach, La Placita, and even El Yunque with ease using Ubers. The staff was friendly and helpful, and there were plenty of walkable spots nearby for food and sightseeing. Overall, a solid place to stay if you want both peace and easy access to the island’s best attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, clean and friendly staff. Only complaint I have is that the pillows are terribly thin. The property really needs to invest in proper hotel pillows as these ones are obviously cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lianet

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025