Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Condado Beach

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Reception
Romantic Penthouse | Balcony
Front of property
Rooftop terrace
2 bars/lounges

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

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601 Av. Miramar, San Juan, San Juan, 00907
  • Place, Sheraton Casino
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Rico Convention Center
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Pan American Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Premier Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 445 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Elite Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite

  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 845 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 1267 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Premier Penthouse

  • 1140 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Romantic Penthouse

  • 940 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Royal Penthouse

  • 1745 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

San Juan

Santurce stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Santurce hotel, you'll find Condado Beach and Sheraton Casino. Pan American Pier and Port of San Juan are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sheraton Casino - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Distrito T-Mobile - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Pan American Pier - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Condado Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Hato Rey Station - 5 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Éter Rooftop & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Los Pinos Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza e Birra - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Casita Miramar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bartolo - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4-star hotel near Condado Beach
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is served daily.

A business center and meeting rooms are available. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences. Parking is available for a fee.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star San Juan hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2022
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Cabanas by the pool (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • 1 conference room
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers 36 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch Smart televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Ice maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
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 property charges 50 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day, plus a deposit of USD 300 per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: 18 percent of room rate
The resort fee includes:
  • Concierge service
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room bottled water
  • In-room coffee
  • In-room safe
  • Phone calls
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Pet deposit: USD 300 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 50 percent

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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Don Rafa & Residences San Juan
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Hotel
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences San Juan
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Hotel San Juan

Frequently asked questions

How close is Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences to the airport?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences is 6.4 mi (11-min drive) away from the Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences.

How close is Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Condado Beach and 15-minute walk from Playa del Caribe Hilton. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offer free breakfast?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Metro (10-min walk) and Sheraton Casino (11-min walk) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 25 per night, and valet parking for USD 25 per night.

Does Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences have a pool?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Does Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences have a restaurant?

There are 2 onsite restaurants, offering options like international cuisine, ocean views, and brunch.

Does Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences to downtown San Juan?

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences is 2.2 mi away from San Juan.

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 277 out of 343 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 343 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 343 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 343 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 343 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel staff was incredible. Great little boutique hotel close to a lot of things. Breakfast was great with good variety. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheal, keyport

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hotel! Lots of restaurant options walking distance
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Alison

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ahmet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly. Everything about the hotel was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ra'niyah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
was a very nice place to stay. staff was friendly room was a littler smaller than expected but still nice !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yarek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff attention. Clean rooms and smell. Centric location. 5 star boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

June M

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I LOVE this boutique hotel and their AMAZING Staff!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dayllen

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is a gem! So pretty and clean! Great good ! Very accommodating. Will def return
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel suite is big, clean and very nice! Staff is great and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaline

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautiful and very clean! We loved the breakfast options and the front desk was very helpful/friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea Pantoja

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erika, APO

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

dianna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is so amazing, friendly, accommodating and responsive. This is a super cute boutique historic hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great access to several 24/7 restaurants. Rooftop pool was really cool. Room was amazing with great views. Short lyft ride to beaches. Super kind and attentive staff, Amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel. Well run with helpful and friendly staff. Plenty of areas where you can sit and relax in case it rains outside. Nice breakfast options and beautiful cocktail bar.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vereisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great location which had food in the area and it wasn’t too far from other attractions. The staff was very helpful in providing recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly. It’s a beautiful place. Would def stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi

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

Gorgeous place!!

Amazing place! Everyone was so kind and welcoming! Shout out to Dani who was so sweet and helpful with recommendations! She is a gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renita

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Antonia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Alicia was very nice and accommodating at our arrival and check out. She wasn't hesitant in refunding the drink credit that was promised after a hiccup by the other staff members. The artsy aesthetic was very nice, but it could use some updating as the elevator is very slow. I bought my own washcloths and towels at Walmart because they were very dingy and nowhere close to white. The pillows were yellow and old under the pillowcase. I requested for flowers to be delivered to my fiancé for her birthday and confirmed several times with the staff and was told that it would be there at the 9 am requested time. After giving a grace period, I contacted the front desk to inquire about the flowers and was told they'd be up shortly. As I'm leaving to go to Pueblo I see the manager leaving at the same time to go make the arrangement and I told her I can buy my own flowers. She did apologize and brought us a complimentary bottle, told us that we had a $50 credit for the bar until we leave, and did still go get the flowers. I think this could have been avoided if communication between shifts was better. Overall I have no complaints about my stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025