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Excelente.

This place is convenient, nice and clean. I will definitely revisit.

Maybe just stock the room refrigerators with some waters

We loved this hotel- the staff were lovely, and so accommodating. We needed to leave our bags and it was no problem. The room was so clean, and very modern. Such a nice vibe! The location was ideal- everywhere was walkable and close to all the sights in Old San Juan.

The home itself is absolutely stunning but the road to the villa is not just narrow, it's washed out in many places, we struggled to navigate the potholes even with a jeep and an SUV, I would not drive it at night. There are great amenities like the fridge and bathroom downstairs, the coffee / cocktail bar is fabulous.The kitchen was well-stocked with basic spices and supplies but it was crawling with roaches. Wifi is spotty so be sure to have the guidebook downloaded and screenshots of the phone number to call because the phone number posted throughout the villa is not functioning. Even in August the combination of ACs, fans, and breezes kept the temprature very comfortable. Excellent pool, though very little shallow area, if you're traveling with kids or weaker swimmers.

We’ve been to Puerto Rico two times before and this was our first time staying in San Juan. We loved the overall vibe of the Don Rafa. It felt very upscale, but not pretentious. The views at breakfast and from the pool were phenomenal. The pool is definitely more of a lounging pool rather than for swimming, but it was exactly what we were looking for. Our room was very nice, big, and clean. The bathroom was very small, but clean and modern. We enjoyed having the refrigerator and walked around the corner to the grocery store to stock up on snacks and drinks. There are several restaurants just across the street, two of which are open 24/7. We enjoyed Pizza Birria, Los Pinos, and Puebla. I also highly recommend walking about 10 minutes to the rooftop restaurant, Eter. We took a Lyft to Escambron Beach and it was nice. However, we really preferred to purchase day passes for some of the local resorts if we wanted to spend a day at a pool that was right on the beach (highly recommend Fairmont El San Juan and Condado Ocean Club). We would definitely stay at Don Rafa again!

Without a doubt, our stay at Mata ‘e Platano was amazing! The photos don’t do this property justice—it is even more breathtaking in person. The landscaping and outdoor spaces are beautiful, tranquil, and exceptionally well maintained. The lo-fi music playing throughout the property created the perfect zen atmosphere. The location was ideal: close to El Yunque, beaches, restaurants, and everything we wanted to explore, yet secluded enough to feel peaceful and private. We loved spending our time by the pool, reading, and simply enjoying the serenity. It’s truly perfect for adults looking to relax and disconnect. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything we needed, and the recommendations provided by the property were a wonderful touch. We followed their beach recommendation and visited San Miguel Beach, a remote and absolutely fantastic beach that became one of the highlights of our trip. We were lucky enough to have the entire property to ourselves. Check-in was easy with the access code, and having the gate key made coming and going convenient. And the sweetest surprise? Meeting the neighbors’ two adorable Schnauzers! 🐶 They definitely made our stay even more memorable. Mata ‘e Platano truly feels like a little piece of heaven. If you’re visiting Fajardo and want a beautiful, serene escape close to everything but away from the crowds, don’t miss this place! We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be back!