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La Buena Vida Inn

3.5 star property
3.5-star guest house near Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort

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Smart TV
Family Room | Bathroom | Shower, towels, soap, shampoo
Terrace/patio
Shared kitchen
Smart TV

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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150 C. Diez de Andino, San Juan, San Juan, 00908
  • Place, Calle Loiza
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Ocean Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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

Deluxe Queen Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Calle Loiza - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Jorge Children's Hospital - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Playa Ocean Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Plaza del Mercado - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bebo's Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Cueva del Mar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪River China - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Preña - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Tostado* - ‬3 min walk

About this property

La Buena Vida Inn

3.5-star guest house near Casino del Mar at La Concha Resort
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 self 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Mar 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Buena Vida Inn on Apr 1, 2026 start from $133, 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.

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 Casino Metro (5-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. 374 out of 613 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 613 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 613 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 613 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 55 out of 613 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

J.K.

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly receptionist with lots of local knowledge and a generous will to share. You can feel the care and hospitality they extend to their guests. Good location. Walkable to the beach and only a few block away from a major thoroughfare.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and friendly service,great information on the Island amenities.I liked the location,its an Airbnb.They have gated parking for guests.I rented a car from Enterprise and didn't regret it at all,it was a necessity.And Maria was awesome on information.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joao

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

steve

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rylee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so kind and knowledgeable!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Omar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hernan

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable, clean and cozy. The hotel space was clean and quiet and allowed for a lot of privacy. The location was close and central to everything even with amazing food locations close by in walking distance. The staff were welcoming and attentive and the locals that live in the area were help full and very kind. Would return back here any time i go to Puerto Rico. it's worth every dollar spent. Please support this hotel and business you wont regret it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect for our one night stay, I wish we could have stayed longer. The parking is a bit difficult but we made due
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

johan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Luca

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not as pictured
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tracey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is different and unique. The staff are amazing. The property is fairly new and staff need to work on cleaning on the small places that are starting to show they need more care such as wipe doors and walls down daily if need too. Bathroom downstairs where the twin room needs a complete redo because there is no ventilation at all and the shower has green mold on all nozzles that needs to be cleaned or replaced. I really liked the king room where it was nice, quiet and spacious. The entire facility is quiet and nice just little things need to be addressed. I enjoyed my stay and will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

GAREN

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heydi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The neighborhood was quiet and safe. You have a lot of eating options.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Victoria B

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at this property about 6/7 times and it is always a Great Time ! Nothing but Awesomeness from the hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Within walking distance to many restaurants and the beach. Hotel provided a list of nearby restaurants, stores and distance to the beach and sights which was useful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brionna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would definitely recommend La buena vida also would 100% stay again if I want to be in Santurce area next time. Staff made my whole stay feel like home as soon as I arrived. Lots of things walking distance but also calling uber/lyft was never super expensive from here either.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moises

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my room, the staff was friendly and helpful with questions I had.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area for restaurants and bars! Walkable distance to the beach was great
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025