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Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

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Royal Penthouse | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Terrace/patio
Reception
Front of property
Royal Penthouse | Rooftop pool | Outdoor pool, open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, free cabanas, sun loungers

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
$368
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27

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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.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Room options

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Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

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

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Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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

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Elite Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Elite Suite

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

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

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Dining room

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

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

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Premier Penthouse | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Premier Penthouse

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

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Romantic Penthouse | View from room

Romantic Penthouse

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

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Royal Penthouse | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with satellite channels, TV

Royal Penthouse

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

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About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

4-star hotel in Santurce
Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Continental breakfast is free. Other amenities include a fitness center, a snack bar/deli, and valet parking.
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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning.

Business-related amenities at this 4-star property consist of a business center and meeting rooms. This San Juan hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Canvas - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves brunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required.
Melanzanna - This restaurant specializes in pizza. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.

Property amenities

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)
  • Limited onsite valet and self parking
  • 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

Restaurants on site

  • Canvas
  • Melanzanna

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Free pool cabanas
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • In-room massages

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2022
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with satellite channels

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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 75.00 per accommodation, per day, plus a deposit of USD 300 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
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

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 295 out of 366 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 366 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 366 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 366 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 366 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

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Definitely would stay there again. The hotel was beautiful, it included breakfast and it was close to all the attractions
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nayda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was great. Clean. Good decoration. Several places to eat walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing to complain about. The service and the place is awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan R., Camuy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful boutique hotel. Convenient location near to Choliseo, Old SJ, Distrito, Miramar restaurants, and others. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The bedroom was so charming, comfortable bed , linens so clean… love it. Definitely, I will stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy, usa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful and the staff was excellent specially Vincent at the front desk. He went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable and very pleasant. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JonNita

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Decor is beautiful and staff is very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful boutique hotel, super clean and smelled so good everytime we walked into the building and walking the hallways. Beautiful pool rooftop. The bar area had great service and delicious drinks. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taieba

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I felt so comfortable staying here and the staff was very polite and accommodating to all needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 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