The Royal Sonesta San Juan

Overview
5961 Isla Verde Ave., Carolina, 00979 Puerto Rico
Near Isla Verde Beach
Call to book 1-800-219-2797
Group Sales: 1-800-906-2871
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It's steps from Isla Verde Beach (about 0.2 miles) and features six restaurants, multiple bars including beach and a swim-up bar, an outdoor pool, full-service spa, fitness facilities, extensive watersports and tour options nearby, and large conference facilities (about 24,000 sq ft with 16 meeting rooms).

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Highlights
Breakfast available (surcharge)
RV, bus, truck parking
Fitness facilities
Pets allowed
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4.0
09-Mar-2026
"Perfect holiday venue"

This was my second stay. I love it. The pool area, the beach, the new restaurant, friendly staff.Very clean and well maintained.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Mar 03 to Sat Mar 07 2026 at a $440.74 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2013

Floors: 15

Rooms: 398

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 398

Handicap Rooms: 11

Suites: 22

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 16

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: On-site

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: 20.0

Total Taxes: 30.98%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 48 hours prior arrival

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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 and cash
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • This property is professionally cleaned
  • Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach nearby
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Car recommended
  • Casino nearby
  • Cave exploring/spelunking nearby
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Concierge services
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 24000
  • Conference space size (meters) - 2230
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (centimeters) - 91
  • Elevator door width (inches) - 36
  • Express check-out
  • Firepit
  • Fitness facilities
  • Full-service spa
  • Garden
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hair salon
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Long-term parking
  • Luggage storage
  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Multilingual staff
  • Nature reserve
  • No accessible shuttle
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of beach bars - 2
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 16
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 6
  • Number of swim-up bars - 1
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Personal motor watercraft nearby
  • Pets allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • RV, bus, truck parking
  • Registration desk height (centimeters) - 76
  • Registration desk height (inches) - 30
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Skydiving nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Swimming nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

available on weekdays from 6:00am to 11:00am and on weekends from 6:00am to 12:00pm.

Self parking (USD 25 per day) Valet parking (USD 32 per day) Parking Oversized vehicle parking RV Parking Truck parking Bus parking

Wireless Internet (included in a resort fee, all rooms)

Property uses a professional cleaning service

For long stays, check out the Sonesta ES studio suites

More than 55 properties in brand

For groups they can typically comp 1 room per 40

The Sonesta highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Caficultura - A charming cafe known for its delicious breakfast options and specialty coffee. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
Lunch El Jibarito - A traditional Puerto Rican restaurant serving authentic dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Located 2.3 miles from the hotel.
Dinner La Placita de Santurce - A vibrant and lively food market offering a variety of local cuisine. Located 7.5 miles from the hotel.
Activity Old San Juan - Explore the historic streets, colorful buildings, and iconic landmarks of Old San Juan. Located 8 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Kasalta Bakery - A local favorite known for its delicious pastries, sandwiches, and breakfast options. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.
Lunch La Mallorquina - A traditional bakery and cafe famous for its Mallorcan pastries and sandwiches. Located 6.5 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Marmalade - A fine dining restaurant offering a fusion of international flavors and creative dishes. Located 7.8 miles from the hotel.
Activity El Yunque National Forest - Discover the beauty of Puerto Rico's only tropical rainforest with hiking trails and stunning waterfalls. Located 25 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Café Berlin - A cozy cafe known for its delicious breakfast options and specialty coffees. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
Lunch La Casita Blanca - A rustic and charming restaurant serving traditional Puerto Rican dishes in a home-like setting. Located 3.9 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Santaella - A trendy restaurant offering modern Puerto Rican cuisine with a creative twist. Located 7.2 miles from the hotel.
Activity Bioluminescent Bay Kayaking - Experience the magical glow of bioluminescent organisms as you kayak through the glowing waters. Located 15 miles from the hotel.

FAQs about The Royal Sonesta San Juan

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Royal Sonesta San Juan have?

There are 398 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

Yes, they have 16 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

available on weekdays from 6:00am to 11:00am and on weekends from 6:00am to 12:00pm.

What parking is available at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

Self parking (USD 25 per day) Valet parking (USD 32 per day) Parking Oversized vehicle parking RV Parking Truck parking Bus parking

How much does internet cost?

Wireless Internet (included in a resort fee, all rooms)

Is there a gym at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Swimming Pool (07:00-21:00, outdoor)

Is The Royal Sonesta San Juan pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Pets allowed (USD 100 per stay) Max pets allowed (2) Pet amenities Pet dish Pet bed Pets max weight (no weight limit) Service animals allowed

Is there shuttle service at The Royal Sonesta San Juan?

International Airport, Luis Muñoz Marin, it only takes approximately 5 minutes driving distance time to our Hotel

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Royal Sonesta San Juan

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Royal Sonesta San Juan.

Feel free to use the The Royal Sonesta San Juan meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Carolina event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Grand Ballroom
95 x 63 x 12 • 5145 sqft.
Banquet
428/428
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
214
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
123
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
147
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
123
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
32/26
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
600
Theater Layout
Reception
515
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:3
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Caribbean Ballroom
50 x 57 x 12 • 2850 sqft.
Banquet
237/237
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
119
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
68
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
82
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
68
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
18/14
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
316
Theater Layout
Reception
285
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:1
Windows:6
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Atlantic Ballroom
57 x 40 x 12 • 2300 sqft.
Banquet
191/191
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
96
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
55
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
66
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
55
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
14/12
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
255
Theater Layout
Reception
230
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:1
Windows:6
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Breakouts (9)
26 x 21 x 9 • 546 sqft.
Banquet
45/45
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
23
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
13
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
16
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
13
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
3/3
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
61
Theater Layout
Reception
55
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Pinnacle
26 x 20 x 8 • 546 sqft.
Classroom
25
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
12
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Windward
26 x 19 x 8 • 504 sqft.
Classroom
25
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
14
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Summit
26 x 21 x 8 • 546 sqft.
Classroom
25
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
16
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Leeward
26 x 19 x 8 • 504 sqft.
Classroom
25
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
14
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Surfside
39 x 19 x 8 • 760 sqft.
Classroom
50
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
60
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Antilles
26 x 19 x 8 • 504 sqft.
Classroom
25
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
18
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
14
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Grand Foyer
60 x 52 x 7 • 3146 sqft.
Reception
400
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Executive Boardroom
24 x 12 x 8 • 300 sqft.
Boardroom
16
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Corporate Boardroom
25 x 18 x 7 • 456 sqft.
Boardroom
18
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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