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I had an easy check in. The hotel is less than a block from pharmacy, grocery, shopping, food, and the beach. The only minor inconveniences we had was some dripping from a vent during the rain (condensation?), some trouble printing my cruise boarding pass, and the water faucet had a special trick to turn to hot water. Super minor. The hotel was spacious, amenities in room include basic modern expectations: many lighting options(!), many USB ports, microwave, cable. Lots of space to put luggage. The hotel bar and restaurant was welcoming. The food delicious. The grouper with garlic sauce was so amazing! The breakfast was good, too, I had the French toast and they serve such large portions, I couldn't eat it all. I should've noted my servers' names but for dinner, as they made great recommendations and service was remarkable! Bartender makes great Moscow Mules and Coquito! Great gym! Jacuzzi and pool was nice. Laundry machines were fast and clean. I would definitely stay here again. I give it a 4.9.
Love it! Full disclosure: The water is quite rough for swimmers, but advisory signs are posted, lifeguards are on watch-- blowing whistles left and right, and it's beautiful! The rocks and beautiful blue water gives it a beautiful aesthetic. The hotels on this beach are also top tier! Trust me, this is where you want to be!
If we're rating beaches Candado beach is highest on my list. It's close to our hotel but it's public. That simply means that anyone and everyone can come to the beach. I'll leave the rest to your imagination. The beach is like a cove that is protected by a large reef, so the waves are held at bay. When you come to the beach there is a beach staff that will sell you chairs and umbrellas but be sure to bring your own beach supplies. The sun is serious out here and you can get burned very easily and severely. The beach itself is pretty small. At peak time it gets crowded, chair to chair people.
It was fun for our big beach day! We did morning thorough afternoon and it is a beautiful beach with all kinds of restaurants, shops, and hotels close by. We brought our own towels, but you can rent umbrellas and chairs from many of the hotel beach rentals and vendors on the beach. Remember to really make an effort to keep Sun screen so you don't get burnt. There are danger signs posted notifying that it is a dangerous beach with strong undercurrents so be careful. The Pacific Ocean was a little rough the day we went, but we were super safe and tried not to venture out too far. It was a fun time, but personally preferred the Playita del Condado Beach as it is smaller and was closer to our hotel but I see where this beach and location off the Condado Strip is so appealing.
Beautiful area to stay in. Especially for tourists. Plenty of nice areas to eat. Walking distance from everything. 15 minutes from the Placita. Which wasn't bad at all. Rather than calling an Uber (since they don't have Lyft in PR) we walked to the placita. The streets weren't really busy on the way there. Most places were closed. A few of the restaurants walking distance from our VRBO were open until 4am. If you visit Condado Beach you have to take a pic with the Flag. It's a monument the beach is known for. All visitors take a picture there. Be ready for a line but it isn't too long. I would definitely stay in the same area to be by Condado beach when I go to Puerto Rico again. Beautiful place and so many delicious places to eat. I basically licked my plate at everyplace!
The beach of Condado is a very popular beach among tourists in San Juan craving a Caribbean beach resort experience with all the vibrant life of a city just steps away. It attracts diverse crowd, from families to famous celebrities. If you want to play on the water, you can enjoy windsurfing, a very popular watersport in Condado. all the top hotels and resorts are close as well as restaurants. but , but - despite tempting Condado Beach is not safe for swimming or bathing, the water has very dangerous currents. Neither adults nor children should be swimming at Condado Beach. Nearby, you can walk to Playita del Condado, (Playita means small) a small beach with calmer water, better for swimming and doing a little snorkeling. We just came here, clicked few pics, dipped feet in sea water, wander around and moved to Playita condado. Ps: I did not see any shower-bathroom here.
This was my first beach experience in Puerto Rico and I liked it a lot! I'm giving it 4 stars because people were leaving their trash everywhere and I almost stepped in a bottle top. It is a little more of a crowded beach, so I guess that's why maybe? We got three chairs and an umbrella for the day and it was only $25. They had some guys walking around carrying carts to make drinks (alcohol or no alcohol) and they had waiters on the beach as well. I couldn't find a place for the public to rinse off, but I honestly didn't try too hard. There was a little bit of the sargassum seaweed, but most of it was washed up on the beach and not in the water. The waves are a little strong here. There was a red flag up when I was there but no one was enforcing it. Just don't go out past your waist and you'll be fine.
We stayed in a hotel near this beach, so of course we had to stop by. The beach itself is located in a very touristy area, so you have easy access to everything by walking. There are many restaurants and stores nearby. It is a nice beach and conveniently located, but not the greatest. We noticed a small amount of trash here and there. The currents here are also very strong and it is dangerous to swim here.
Condado Beach is in a very busy area a lot of restaurants and much congested. This beach caters more to a younger more vibing crowd. There is music being played which creates a vibe waves definitely a lot rougher on this side. There are bar stands that sell pineapple drinks on the beach with or without sorbet. Yet it's so freaking refreshing and delicious read more
what a clean lovely beach! I came here daily during my birthday trip and it was the highlight of my day. They have vendors that sell food, music playing and so much space to lay out and tan. My word of advice is always get to the beach early to get a great spot. 5/5 would recommend this beach! read more
2 years ago
I didn't plan to be there but I am glad I did. So the day I was gonna do the night kayaking I decided to search the nearest area & what's to see there. That's when this beach came up on google . When I searched how far is from my kayaking place it showed me that it's very close. That's when I decided to go there first & just chill there until it's time to kayak. At the entrance I saw them selling pinna colada & asked one without alcohol, lol the way she looked at me was just too funny ! She must have thinking I am crazy ! I still laugh just thinking about it..! I gotta say what a clean, beautiful beach. Area is smaller but kinda peaceful. I enjoyed staying there under my umbrella for 20$ a day lol with my virgin Pina Colada ! I was so relaxed that almost forgot to take pictures! But I managed to take some before I left. There are a lot of restaurants, hotel near by. I also ended up going to a seafood restaurant called Way Kiki. read more
5 months ago
I had an easy check in. The hotel is less than a block from pharmacy, grocery, shopping, food, and the beach. The only minor inconveniences we had was some dripping from a vent during the rain (condensation?), some trouble printing my cruise boarding pass, and the water faucet had a special trick to turn to hot water. Super minor. The hotel was spacious, amenities in room include basic modern expectations: many lighting options(!), many USB ports, microwave, cable. Lots of space to put luggage. The hotel bar and restaurant was welcoming. The food delicious. The grouper with garlic sauce was so amazing! The breakfast was good, too, I had the French toast and they serve such large portions, I couldn't eat it all. I should've noted my servers' names but for dinner, as they made great recommendations and service was remarkable! Bartender makes great Moscow Mules and Coquito! Great gym! Jacuzzi and pool was nice. Laundry machines were fast and clean. I would definitely stay here again. I give it a 4.9. read more
Love it! Full disclosure: The water is quite rough for swimmers, but advisory signs are posted, lifeguards are on watch-- blowing whistles left and right, and it's beautiful! The rocks and beautiful blue water gives it a beautiful aesthetic. The hotels on this beach are also top tier! Trust me, this is where you want to be! read more
3 years ago
If we're rating beaches Candado beach is highest on my list. It's close to our hotel but it's public. That simply means that anyone and everyone can come to the beach. I'll leave the rest to your imagination. The beach is like a cove that is protected by a large reef, so the waves are held at bay. When you come to the beach there is a beach staff that will sell you chairs and umbrellas but be sure to bring your own beach supplies. The sun is serious out here and you can get burned very easily and severely. The beach itself is pretty small. At peak time it gets crowded, chair to chair people. read more
1 year ago
The Condado lagoon was very rocky. This makes is hard to walk along the coast. However the beach is very beautiful and picturesque. read more
4 months ago
It was fun for our big beach day! We did morning thorough afternoon and it is a beautiful beach with all kinds of restaurants, shops, and hotels close by. We brought our own towels, but you can rent umbrellas and chairs from many of the hotel beach rentals and vendors on the beach. Remember to really make an effort to keep Sun screen so you don't get burnt. There are danger signs posted notifying that it is a dangerous beach with strong undercurrents so be careful. The Pacific Ocean was a little rough the day we went, but we were super safe and tried not to venture out too far. It was a fun time, but personally preferred the Playita del Condado Beach as it is smaller and was closer to our hotel but I see where this beach and location off the Condado Strip is so appealing. read more
6 months ago
8 months ago
Beautiful area to stay in. Especially for tourists. Plenty of nice areas to eat. Walking distance from everything. 15 minutes from the Placita. Which wasn't bad at all. Rather than calling an Uber (since they don't have Lyft in PR) we walked to the placita. The streets weren't really busy on the way there. Most places were closed. A few of the restaurants walking distance from our VRBO were open until 4am. If you visit Condado Beach you have to take a pic with the Flag. It's a monument the beach is known for. All visitors take a picture there. Be ready for a line but it isn't too long. I would definitely stay in the same area to be by Condado beach when I go to Puerto Rico again. Beautiful place and so many delicious places to eat. I basically licked my plate at everyplace! read more
The beach of Condado is a very popular beach among tourists in San Juan craving a Caribbean beach resort experience with all the vibrant life of a city just steps away. It attracts diverse crowd, from families to famous celebrities. If you want to play on the water, you can enjoy windsurfing, a very popular watersport in Condado. all the top hotels and resorts are close as well as restaurants. but , but - despite tempting Condado Beach is not safe for swimming or bathing, the water has very dangerous currents. Neither adults nor children should be swimming at Condado Beach. Nearby, you can walk to Playita del Condado, (Playita means small) a small beach with calmer water, better for swimming and doing a little snorkeling. We just came here, clicked few pics, dipped feet in sea water, wander around and moved to Playita condado. Ps: I did not see any shower-bathroom here. read more
2 years ago
Condado Beach water is very very choppy. It's nice to visit & relax. I didn't get in the water because the waves were very heavy. I wouldn't recommend swimming. read more
This was my first beach experience in Puerto Rico and I liked it a lot! I'm giving it 4 stars because people were leaving their trash everywhere and I almost stepped in a bottle top. It is a little more of a crowded beach, so I guess that's why maybe? We got three chairs and an umbrella for the day and it was only $25. They had some guys walking around carrying carts to make drinks (alcohol or no alcohol) and they had waiters on the beach as well. I couldn't find a place for the public to rinse off, but I honestly didn't try too hard. There was a little bit of the sargassum seaweed, but most of it was washed up on the beach and not in the water. The waves are a little strong here. There was a red flag up when I was there but no one was enforcing it. Just don't go out past your waist and you'll be fine. read more
2 years ago
Fun time at the beach ! Surf, waves, sun, and a beautiful sunset. Some sand crabs even came to say hello ! Restrooms do close at 17:00 read more
We stayed in a hotel near this beach, so of course we had to stop by. The beach itself is located in a very touristy area, so you have easy access to everything by walking. There are many restaurants and stores nearby. It is a nice beach and conveniently located, but not the greatest. We noticed a small amount of trash here and there. The currents here are also very strong and it is dangerous to swim here. read more
BEAUTIFUL beach! We came here around midday on a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday since we were staying at a hotel on this beach and Sunday was by far the most packed the beach got while we were there, even more than on Saturday! Condado Beach invites diverse crowds which I enjoyed very much. If you are not staying in a beachfront hotel, be sure to bring your own umbrella and chairs or rent from the vendors on the beach. We had access to these through our hotel which was such a nice part of our experience here. The waves were large everyday we went and I've read that the undercurrent can be dangerous here so be careful. But the water and beach in general is beautiful and is kept clean. One of my favorite beaches in San Juan! read more
I don't know how anyone can give a BEACH less than 5 stars.... this beach is GORGEOUS. CLEAR blue green waters of the Caribbean cannot be beat!! This beach is right along where all the hotels are in San Juan. So it is very busy and full of tourists. But there is enough space when I went so it didn't bother me. I got my own little spot and was able to enjoy the entire day. There are vendors that walk by mostly for ice cream, but sometimes you do see snacks. I recommend bringing your OWN snacks and food and water just Incase! So you can get your spot and enjoy the day! Bring your own chairs and umbrellas if you are not staying at a hotel with beach access. Because it gets MUY CALIENTE!!!!! :-D read more
5 years ago
Beautiful but busy, lined with lounge chairs and umbrellas and some high-rise hotels with outdoor swimming pools when you're not facing the water. The waters were a bit too rough to really enjoy a peaceful swimming afternoon when we came so we had a quick visit, walked along the edges of the waters and left. Don't get me wrong, this beach seems fun but I found it a bit too chaotic for my taste. There is a small park near the beach to play or hangout with (saw a couple of people playing with their dogs) but there doesn't seem to be anywhere to shower, change or even a locker you could rent to keep your belongings safe. Unless you're staying at one of the hotels, you'll have to risk leaving your things while you enjoy the beach. read more
Nice public beach. The surf can be rough. We got tossed around by a few waves. Sand has more trash in it than other beaches, like South Beach in Miami. Chairs and umbrellas are available for guests of the major hotels along the beach, such as Marriott, La Concha, and to a lesser extent AC Hotel. There's an ice cream vendor that comes by periodically. A full cup of ice cream with a shot of rum costs $7.00. read more
The Condado beach is the perfect beach to sit down and lounge with a good book or a drink in hand. When I visited it wasn't crowded, on the contrary it was pretty empty which I loved since it felt like a private beach. I'm guessing people don't frequent this beach much cause some parts are really rocky and on other areas of the beach there are signs alerting people that is not safe to swim because of the big currents. In conclusion, if you want to breathe fresh air and relax under a palm tree with a drink or a book in hand this is your to go beach! read more
3 years ago
This is the BIG Waves Beach in PR Also the most touristy beach IMO but that also means tons of food and drinks options along the beach. Some cool street art graffiti at times, there is a playground at one part and cool walking. You can't rent chairs and umbrellas if you like and people sell Italian Ice's right on the beach. Parking can be a bit tricky but there is a parking lot that is $8 for 10 hours. When I come to PR I usually hit a different beach everyday. This one is close to the airport in San Juan and not too far from San Juan. So if you like Big Waves , Lots of Food & Drink Options, and/ or are pressed on time this is Definitely the beach for you. Overall I recommend this beach a lot Though it is NOT my favorite beach in PR It's is my favorite to swim BIG Waves read more
4 years ago
Condado Beach in San Juan is a beautiful beach that is well maintained and a fun place to spend the day. I am usually able to find parking on the street most times and it is easy to get in and out. I really like the atmosphere and waves here. Good experience every time I have been here. read more
Condado Beach is a magnificent beach in San Juan, PR. Very well known to both locals and tourists as it's in a well known area. The beach water was beautiful and the beach front itself was unbelievably clean although many tourists stay in the high rise hotels along the strip. The beach is decked out with a number of bars along the way to grab a drink or a bite before settling in on the sand in the sun. read more
4 years ago
Loved this beach! It's more commercial than Isla Verde but still beautiful. Some reviews said this beach is dirty but I didn't find it dirty at all. The area with the Puerto Rican flag and rocks makes for great pictures! read more
Condado Beach? YES! You can't go wrong with any beach that you go to in Puerto Rico. Condado Beach is conveniently located to all the main road restaurants and hotels which is cool if you want to stay in the central area. The beach is clean and the people aren't roudy. There's always an ice cream woman/man carrying the cart around so make sure to try that out. This beach is a little too salty for me but hey, that's ocean water for you. I really don't have anything bad to say about this beach, just enjoy your time. This is the perfect beach stop before heading to your flight m. read more
LOVE!!! This beach is absolutely wonderful: the sand is so soft and free of rocks, the view is beautiful, it is very clean, and it was never overly crowded. You can bring your own food or drink, and there is plentiful food/drink spots on Ashford. The beach is located just north of the strip of all the hotels and the chairs near the hotels are for hotel guests only. You can rent beach chairs for $10/day near one of N/S streets that dead end at the beach such as Vendig or Condado Ave. Or just bring your own beach towels. During my visit, the waves were pretty crazy. The no swimming flags were up, but you could still go play in the water. The water was so warm, like bath water (I was here the week of March 6). There were a few guys surfing, which was very fun to watch. This is an absolutely beautiful place.... a paradise. I truly hope to visit again and enjoy the amazing Puerto Rican sunshine and the warm waters of the ocean. read more
5 years ago
The water here was warm and incredibly comfortable. I would love to go back here. There was a lot of what I believe was seaweed that was blocking access to the water, but we found ways around that. Coming from NYC... it was so nice to go to such a beautiful, clean, and well-maintained beach that didn't have broken glass everywhere. read more
8 years ago
Gorgeous and clean beach. You find enough space that you're not on top of others. It rained off and on while we were there but no one seemed to mind. People were still partying! Waves were rough that day read more
4 years ago
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1077 Avenue Doctor Ashford
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