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Nayeli G.

The best vegan breakfast around! They have 3 vegan options for breakfast and they have non dairy alternatives for the coffee and lattes. Staff is very friendly and attentive.

The entrance

The location was clean and tranquil. Not too far from the city streets but far enough to have a peaceful quiet night. The decor was superb with a lot of tasteful modern touches. I will definitely be back.

Very pretty boutique hotel! BUT we did not expect the bathroom and shower to be outside of our room. I would recommend this place for individuals who like glamping or are comfortable with lathering in bug spray before they go to bed. The beautiful door did not close off the bugs from getting into our room. We spent most nights taking a shower in the communal bathroom so we weren't eaten alive. Not what we expected after what was spent for a week stay. The staff were so lovely. They made so many great recommendations and helped facilitate all of our excursions.

Breakfast, seated in the indoor communal space
Gabriella W.

The Dreamcatcher is a close as it gets to heaven on Earth. If I could move in and live there year round, I would! From the incredible staff, to the beautiful rooms, this is my favorite place I've ever stayed. In February 2020, my boyfriend and I took a trip to San Juan. From the recommendation of friends, we decided to book our stay at the Dreamcatcher. The process of booking online directly from their website very straightforward. We did try to book via another site, but it was difficult. We learned that there are many different room options at the Dreamcatcher, and I believe that is what made it difficult to book from other websites. I'd recommend directly booking on their website, I believe you they offer a discount that way! We selected a Sanctuary Room, as these had private bathroom facilities. Our room had a beautiful outdoor space, which included the shower and toilet, and an area to sit and relax with chairs. Before our arrival, we sent an email to schedule in-room massages and some excursions. The process of booking these was very straightforward, and the charges were added to our bill. For meals, we did not pre-pay for any because we wanted to check out the local food scene. The Dreamcatcher staff provides an incredible map with details regarding every kind of local business in the area, which we relied upon and found incredible places as a result. When we had initially arrived, we found it difficult to locate The Dreamcatcher, and I believe this was due to nearby construction and the bountiful plants surrounding the entrance. There is a picture of the main entryway attached. While it was confusing initially, I was glad to have the entrance feel a bit secluded. We had a rental car for our first few days (so we could drive ourself to El Yunque - which I highly recommend) and we easily found parking in the neighborhood, though it was a bit tricky navigating finding the entrance to the community that the Dreamcatcher is located within. We were able to check-in early and leave our belongings at the desk. We spent time playing chess in the communal kitchen space, which was beautiful. When our room was ready, we were blown away by how unique the decor was, and how comfortable the bed was! One of my favorite parts about the Dreamcatcher is that they have a mini fridge that guests can take drinks from, and the payment is based on the honor system. You can write down your room and what you took, and it would be charged to your bill, or you could leave cash. They also offer an assortment of chairs and communal sunscreens (free of charge) that you can take to the beach, which is extremely close by. I am so grateful that this was my last trip before the pandemic put an end to travel for a while. It was truly incredible, and I cannot wait to return.

Justice K.

Originally, my partner and I had made a reservation for one of the owners other properties. Upon arrival to initial apartment, we found out the A/C was broken. Mind you, it's 90+ degrees in early September. There was no communication from the business. We had to arrive to the unit to discover this. After reaching out, they offered us a selection between two of their local properties, one being Dream Catcher, also located in San Juan. The aesthetics are nice. We stayed in Room 66. Has outdoor bathroom and shower--which I was not a fan of. I'd much rather not have mosquitos nipping at my calves while I'm on the toilet, but low and behold, that's what happened. Luckily, the bedroom actually had a working A/C unit. However, the windows were not equipped with any net. So, dare you open the window or door for fresh air, you'll be inviting for mosquitos and a wide array of other critters into the room. Overall, nice place but definitely not worth $300/+ night. There is no pool to escape the blistering heat, so we found ourselves purchasing Resort Pass tickets to venture to other properties. There's no type of complimentary breakfast offering at Dreamcatcher. While visually and aesthetically pleasing, the nightly price just doesn't reflect the amenities and experience. Even if free, I would not return to property because it means consenting to being chewed up by mosquitos. I left with over 15 bites. The location is okay, though. It's nestled on a residential street. Didn't feel unsafe or anything. However, next time I think staying in downtown would be better. Thus allowing me to be within walkable distance from larger restaurants, other hotels, general tourist attractions, etc. There are dozens upon dozens of hotels in San Juan. I would not make Dreamcatcher by go-to. It's good for Instagram photos, but not somewhere to take up residence at. Personally, it was not a comfortable stay and not an experience I would want to replicate again.

KJ E.

Very dreamy, neighborhood place to stay in San Juan, Puerto Rico (specifically in Ocean Park). While the property isn't huge, it is definitely filled with incense, pretty colors, hanging lights, sounds of running water, and trees. It is truly a peaceful place to rest. There are no TVs, but ample WiFi. The common spaces are convenient. Hammocks are a fun plus. My fav has to be the outdoor shower, because I mean where else could you do that? (Besides public beaches!) The vegetarian and vegan meal options are cool, but just know those are extra and do not come with your stay package. I did appreciate the offering of beer and other snacks that you can charge to your room or pay via piggy bank in the kitchen. Communal kitchen fridge and silverware were helpful to have, too. Unfortunately, just didn't get to use that as much. The workers were great! Irwin welcomed us and we saw him throughout our stay. The other workers in the kitchen were lovely to talk to, as well. Finally, this location is PERF. Located in Ocean Park, it is a mere 2 blocks away from the ocean, and a few blocks from restaurants and bakeries (favorite one nearby was Kasalta!). Moreover, you can borrow beach tents and beach chairs while you stay there! VERY convenient. Just note that this place can be a little $$$

Patio
Sarah W.

I've never stayed here as an overnight guest but I often stop by for breakfast and coffee in the wonderful courtyard. Very peaceful and elegant but chill. Super nice staff.

Courtyard fountain
Tiffany V.

We stayed here for our tenth anniversary recently! Absolutely could not possibly say enough great things about this hotel from it's perfect location right by the beach and in a gated neighborhood (Ocean Park, Santurce) of San Juan, to it's wonderful staff and chef, to it's natural beauty and Puerto Rican hipster, boho chic aesthetic - if that even is a thing! I just could not say enough words to articulate the magical feeling that you get staying here and listening to the roosters every morning, ocean waves, church bells, and palm trees swaying in the wind or walking through the courtyard with it's twinkling string lights at night and listening to the native coqui sing. It's just magic. If you have a chance to stay here, absolutely do yourself the favor and the luxury! I didn't even mention yet that they offer complimentary beach chairs & umbrellas that are so light to carry and it's literally maybe a 2 min walk to the beach! These are a must! Ultimate way to relax on vacation! There are restaurants within walking distance, it's a short ride to Old San Juan and Uber trips are cheap!

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I wanted to post one last review here as we disappointedly did not receive the appropriate refund from the owners of Dream Catcher. American Express did do their part in reimbursing us some of the cost of the non stay because they felt so bad for our situation and it was the least they could do considering we were out nearly $2000.00 for the one horrific night here. If you are looking for a real vacation, I suggest the St. Regis about 10 miles away. This place will forever teach me how to handle future vacations and how the customer is just not always safe from bad business

Lashanda L.

This place is cute. The glass room we stayed in is small and cozy. I wasn't expecting to stay the night but flight cancellations changed my plans. I suggest if you're spending a day at the beach. The bathroom was shared with everyone who wanted to use it and there was an outdoor shower outside our room which offered no privacy unless you showered on the dark. The vegan breakfast was not all the way vegan because they served eggs. I enjoyed it and a mimosa. The community is gated and difficult to escape from. I had to walk through the streets at night to find my way to the main entrance which offered the only exit. I recommend for solo travelers and couples who are not over 5'8.

To my guest room
Nancy C.

I can't express how I will forever try and recaptivate this daydream. Dreamcather by it's name alone has a hippie tone to it, but I didn't see any hallucinogenic drugs, I did however, speak to a few very laid back, kind in demeanor, and casual in appearance guests and staff. The Dreamcatcher was unique in every aspect of my experience with them. It had a very soothing, relaxing, free, and safe feel to it. My favorite points. *Gated community - cars have one way in and one way out. Pedestrian entrances are closed after dark. *A skip from the beach (I saw the crammed resorts area, none of those looked appealing) *The personalized attention, I was texting the staff close to midnight on day one and we were always promptly answered. *The outdoor showers with no doors, that's hot. (you get indoor ones too) *I've never stayed in a hostel but the shared communal kitchen was really cool. You didn't share food just a kitchen. *The bed is what dreams are made of. *Every room has it's individual style, I couldn't choose, and thankfully they did it for us. *Hammocks for reading and siestas! *waking up in a garden of greenery, with incense just outside our rooms, and following them both to morning coffee. We didn't get to experience the vegetarian meals that were originally included but finally there's a destination I want to return to and when I do, I want to stay here at Dreamcatcher. It is almost unreal it's so dreamy. Warning: Having to leave will be your only nightmare.

The dream catcher entrance.
Joshua J.

Let me just start off by saying this isn't a regular/ normal hotel. It's different. Meaning there arnt any tv's supplied in the rooms. There are tons of plants and cats roaming around. I love how friendly staff is. Their cooks/ chefs are wonderful as well. Food was amazing each night. It's a great hotel spot where you can really get to know your partner without all the background noise of modern technology aka tv

Rosana at the stairs of the Tropicalia suite
Angela B.

If the owner had taken the time to read my review he would have seen that the photos attached were taken as soon as we arrived, before any incident had occurred. Like we said, we were very excited. In my first comment I referred to the stay as "unpleasant". The owner quoted me using the word "miserable". Everything about this experience has been shocking, above all the owners behavior. If you're really interested in seeing how they manage this place read this thread...

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Review Highlights - Dreamcatcher by DW

You don't have your own toilet (maybe only one room does) but you do have an outdoor shower and your own hammock.

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La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

La Concha Resort, Puerto Rico, Autograph Collection

(805 reviews)

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I really enjoyed our stay at La Concha. The check-in process and staff were very friendly and…read moreaccommodating. They recommended so many amazing places to eat and shop, in and out of the property. The prices for food on the property were reasonable and there were a lot of different options for food choices. The big Concha restaurant on the property is absolutely gorgeous at night but it is a bit pricier than the other food options on the property. There are 4 pool ameneties you can choose from, with one being adults only. I loved that you have the different pool options. However, I wish the pools were bigger. I felt like it made more sense to have fewer pools but, bigger to fit more people but, we were comfortable in each. The beach is beautiful and every day there were plenty of surfers riding the high tide waves. It wasn't the best beach for swimming since the tide was so high and waves were really strong but, lifeguards are on the property to help those who have trouble getting in and out. We stayed close to shore to prevent any accidents and enjoyed watching surfers ride the waves each day.

If you like to sleep inside a loud night club, then stay here. WORST SLEEP EVER. It was 3:53am and…read moremusic from the downstairs nightclub had been blasting nonstop. We have two sound machines (white noise makers) on, and they can't even drown out the annoying heavy-bass music. Called front desk and was told it turns off around 4am! They lied...music went beyond 4am! I want my money back...not a hotel, a night club indeed. If you like to have a good nights rest, avoid this hotel. Worst experience ever. Waste of money.

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel - Outdoor patio from hotel room

Condado Vanderbilt Hotel

(376 reviews)

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Three-star quality at five-star prices…read more Be sure to read the fine print when making a reservation. This hotel runs a "20% hotel tariff" scam that gets tacked onto the bill. The only logical explanation is that this policy makes the room prices appear to cost about $200 a night less than the real charges. Otherwise, why not just raise the advertised price by 20%? There is no doubt the property is in a gorgeous location, sitting directly on the ocean. The buildings are in good condition and the staff is courteous. But, I experienced several shortfalls compared to my expectations for this price point. The suites are provided a "butler," but the available hours are 10am to 6pm. The service would be more accurately described as a concierge. Bringing coffee in the morning is not on the list of duties, nor assisting with unpacking or packing or other typical butler activities. Sending out laundry the day before my departure, I asked to have it folded so it would be easier to pack. Everything came back on hangers. My room did not receive turn-down service and fresh towels during the third night of my stay. I asked to have a car booked to the airport from the hotel. The butler got it backwards and booked it from the airport to the hotel. Good thing that I took a close look at the confirmation and noticed the routing was backwards. The breakfast restaurant, Ola, is extremely crowded in the morning with a 30 to 60 minute wait being typical in my experience. The front of the property is in a skeevy neighborhood so walking somewhere else for breakfast isn't a realistic option. It's not bad, but also not a top tier. property.

Sooo my stay at Condado Vanderbilt Hotel was great from start to finish. Check-in was quick and…read moreeasy, and my room was spotless. The spa was absolutely beautiful, and the spa staff truly made the whole day feel like an experience, not just a service. Poolside, the staff were super helpful and accommodating, which made relaxing even easier. Breakfast at Ola Ocean Front Bistro was fresh, light, and so refreshing. Overall, it was a wonderful stay and the perfect getaway. I'd definitely return!

Hyatt House San Juan - Guest Kitchen

Hyatt House San Juan

(53 reviews)

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Stayed here while in town for a work conference. It's pretty close to convention center and the…read moreconference provided a shuttle service to convention center. I do think the hotel has a shuttle there just not sure how close it gets. We did use shuttle to visit Old San Juan and it passed a beach stop too. So the hotel... we initially checked into a room on the third floor. While checking for bedbugs (no remnants seen) I noticed the side of the mattress had mold (see photo). We immediately went back downstairs and informed the front desk. They changed our room to the 6th floor and had room service go in and review the room and re-mop the floors before we came up. No issues were found in the new room. I will say the hotel breakfast was one of the best hotel breakfast meals I've had. The potatoes were hot, fresh, and delicious. I had breakfast the second morning at the convention center and kept thinking I should have grabbed it at the hotel (their food was full of grease). We planned to use the pool more but maybe it was just me but it appeared to be more resort like online and was just a pool with kid area in person.

I checked in at a little after noon however our room was not ready…read more I was referred to a local PR restaurant and bar which it took me about 10 minutes to walk to where i had some fish tacos and a mojito. Came back and room was still not ready . Sat out by the small pool and my friends arrived, sadly room was not ready until 4pm..it was disappointing as I arrived from a red eye flight from California and wanted to shower and relax. Due to being tired I slept in and missed most of the complimentary breakfast. Hotel was clean and comfortable. The price was pretty high but I feel it was elevated due to an event being held at the convention center. Good for a pre or post cruise stay.

La Terraza

La Terraza

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We stayed her for about 3 nights. We came to San Juan to explore the area a bit. It was fabulous…read more The service here was a bit good and not so good. A guy checked us in to our room.. he seemed nice. 2 young girls helped us a little during our stay, they were great. Came down 1-2x and we wanted to ask some basic questions... This bitter older woman was there. She seemed like she wanted nothing to do with us. Wonder if she was the owner. Our room was ok. They had a variety of disposable soaps and stuff in bottles. Usually hotels will have a small disposable bar soap or something. They had a tiny bottle of body wash which we used to wash out hands with. Our room didn't really have any windows lol... There were 2 windows that basically faced inside the hallway. The shower pressure was not all that great. Also, the walls are thin. We could basically hear everything from anywhere close. Our neighbors were pretty active at night. It was like in the movies. We felt like we were s silent foursome lmao... They were bumping, grinding and moaning... The sound was so clear as if we were in the room with them lmao... The pool upstairs is.... Not something I would even consider getting into. You have to wonder how often they even get a chance to service and clean the thing. It's more like an oversized soaking tub. The great thing about this hotel was its location. Everything we wanted to go see was within walking distance. Literally no more than 8mins away. Sadly, the day we were leaving I was persuaded by the guy at the front desk to allow him to get a taxi for me. There was a 3 day festival coming and he says Uber/Lyft won't be able to make it to us because they are clearing the street to get ready. However Uber showed someone can come take us to the airport for $9. Anyway, I let the guy call his taxi person. Got to the airport and I felt like I got ripped off. Charged me $40. That was a slap in the face. Why align your hotel with a shady taxi service??? For the money and location this honestly isn't a bad spot. We just needed a safe place to sleep close to where we wanted to walk to.

DO NOT STAY HERE. I stayed here in July 2025, and this place is infested with bed bugs. After two…read morenights, my sister and I were covered in bites. We found proof on the mattress: rust spots, molting, and live bugs in the seams. The mattress was filthy and clearly (see pictures) had not been replaced in years. Management is undoubtedly aware of the problem, yet continues to rent out infested rooms. We were switched to a different room, which was also dirty, but the damage was done. The management has since done absolutely nothing to rectify the situation. No refund, no compensation for our ruined clothes, and no apology for the immense stress. The presence of such a severe infestation implies gross negligence. Save yourself the trauma and spend your money elsewhere.

DoubleTree by Hilton San Juan - Beach Club Lounge and umbrellas

DoubleTree by Hilton San Juan

(184 reviews)

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This is a very decent hotel in a fair area. Nothing much is within walking distance under 15-20…read moreminutes. Staff was very kind and helpful. Valet is east. Always enjoy a nice cookie. The best part is they'll take you on a golf cart to the beach and have chairs and umbrellas for you. It's a pretty beach. Waters a little rougher than others. But we brought a cooler and some drinks and had a great time. Then they'll come get you. If you like more of a walkable night life tho I'd stay in old San Juan. But for a decent hotel decently priced this is a fair option. The breakfasts were also really good. Guava pancakes and the Puerto Rican sambo on sobao bread.

The night Valet William, and the front desk staff member Valerie and Manager Michael are so…read morefriendly and welcoming! This is my first time staying at a resort or hotel in Puerto Rico. It's only for one night in preparation for our cruise but was a great choice. The room is a Queen with a Murphy bed. It's spacious has all you need for a comfortable stay. I highly recommend and will be adding it to my contacts and definitely stay here again in the future. The decor is beautiful with a gorgeous fresh centerpiece changed out weekly. The pool area is nice. The maintenance man tidying up is also personable. For those wanting to stay fit while traveling or to work off their cookies, the Fitness Center can accommodate. The Digital Key is a great feature for those who love all things technology. I may opt for a traditional room key next time. It's good to have options. Oh, "The DoubleTree Cookie" is always available in abundance. I walked up to the front desk the next morning to ask a question and was handed 2 cookies. :-) Margarita is a welcome pleasant presence at the DoubleTree! The review may be short but I really am impressed with everything I've seen and experienced. The bed was comfortable. Thank you DoubleTree by Hilton San Juan!

Caribe Hilton - Guest room

Caribe Hilton

(662 reviews)

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"Apparently" home to THE Pina Colada. Had to check it out, here was my experience…read more AMBIANCE Parking: Hotel/resort parking setup--easy if you're staying there, it can get costly if you're not. Couldn't find street parking. Rideshare is probably the move. Seating: Indoor bar seating plus an outdoor terrace area with ocean views. Plenty of room to relax and take your time. Vibes: You're in a touristy area so it's pretty clean. It's a polished tropical resort energy. Palm trees, ocean breeze, and people fully leaning into vacation mode. It's definitely tourist-friendly so great for lovebirds and families. FOOD / DRINKS Piña Colada (Recommend) This is the reason you come here. Just as advertised - creamy, smooth, coconut-forward, and balanced with pineapple sweetness without feeling overly sugary. The rum comes through cleanly, and the icy texture makes it refreshing. CUSTOMER SERVICE A little hiccup in the beginning but they started getting things going. TL;DR OVERALL 3.5 Stars. Solid. Selections were good, price was expected, same goes for the experience. If you desire experiencing Puerto Rico/cocktail history then go for it! However it was a bit touristy for me and I'm curious about the other spot. Aside from that if you're busy with family and this happens to be convenient for y'all, be sure to check it out! TIPS * The other home of the Pina Colada is the Barrachina Restaurant!

I remember coming to the Caribe when I was a kid--back in the heyday of Hilton. It was late night,…read morethere was a steel drum playing on the edge of the beach. You could walk along the sand. It was perfect. It was like that last year...ok no steel drums and way more corporate. Now when the sun goes down outdoors is basically off limits. Walk on the beach, nope. Sit along the shore, nope. So it's a lovely resort but this totally undermines the beauty of it. Might as well stay in old San Juan.

AC Hotel San Juan Condado

AC Hotel San Juan Condado

(123 reviews)

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I love everything about this hotel. From the location to the staff to the amenities, this hotel was…read moreexactly what I was looking for. I was booked at another hotel in the area and didn't like the room, so I checked out and checked into the AC. I did a tour of the hotel before I switched and it sold me instantly. The lobby smelled good and it was clean. Staff was professional, dressed neat and were accommodating. I checked in early and my room wasn't ready, so they locked away my luggage for me. The room was nice and comfortable and $25 of spending money at the hotel was included in my price. Speaking of price, it was cheaper than my original hotel and better! 5 stars from me

If I can reverse back time and choose another hotel I would. I had valid reasons to be pissed and…read morethe manager and staff agreed I booked the reservation through a military website (American Forces Travel, partnered with Priceline). I get to the hotel, some new girl named Marselles said she couldn't see my purchase and without my knowledge charged a card on file for the reservation again (I didn't notice this until I went upstairs). I immediately return to the lobby because I noticed I was charged twice and ALSO the room they initially assigned me smelled of mold and was never cleaned (juice stains everywhere and random hair pieces in the sink.) when I complained about the smelled Marceles stated the smell was common throughout the island. When I spoke to her in Spanish and said "no the fuck it's not.". She quickly got quiet because she assumed I was a first time tourist or something. But also who says that? I asked to have a manager escort me to the new room so that we can observe the cleanliness together. The manager apologized. I then asked about the duplicate charge and she promised to refund the money and repeatedly apologized, offering that Marselles was new and still needed training. Okay, whatever. I was only staying for one night. It doesn't end there. The next morning at around 8am, the cleaner knocks on the door like she was police and asked about cleaning. I said it was too early and that my checkout was later on in the day. She had attitude. The worst part about this is that the cleaners were blasting music up and down the hallways and when I showed the manager the video, she seemed shocked. But everything was " we never do this. This is the first time"...whatever. They had a nice bar on the rooftop but it was blasting cold air on a rainy night. It felt like an icebox. Bartender nice. She made nice mint juleps but the "Jack Daniels" bottle was filled with a different type of whiskey because it did NOT taste the same. I promise you. They didn't even acknowledge or include my Marriott Bonvoy membership. Because of the chaotic mess, the manager said she would waive the incidental and hotel fees and guess what, I was still charged that. I called Marriott so quickly and filed a report. Worst Marriott stay ever. Now I have to go through corporate to get a refund by sending emails and waiting on investigation to start. The room for one night was over $500. They charged me twice resulting in over $1000 for a hot mess of a stay.

Dreamcatcher by DW - hotels - Updated May 2026

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