Hotel El Convento Puerto Rico Vacations and Travel Packages

A former Carmelite convent built three and a half centuries ago, El Convento has gone through many incarnations before a complete refurbishment carefully restored this historic hotel with special attention paid to the preservation of the original structure. No expense or imagination has been spared in giving El Convento a fine blend of originality and classic quality.

Visual Tours of El Convento

There is something refreshingly different about El Convento, a small boutique-style hotel that celebrates the days of Old World style, creating a welcome atmosphere of sophistication without pretension, providing its guests with style and traditional hospitality.

The legacy of El Convento will no doubt continue to endure long into the 21st century.

Hotel El Convento Guest Rooms

The 58 well-appointed guestrooms at El Convento reveal their distinctive character and convey the spirit of the Old World with handcrafted furniture, mahogany beams, Andalusian tiles, elegant marble bathrooms, and vistas of Old San Juan and its bay. Designed for comfort, each features amenities for the discerning traveler: individually controlled air-conditioning, remote-control TV and VCR, and a full stereo entertainment system, a refrigerator filled with chilled water, two-line telephones with data ports, hair dryer, iron and ironing board, room safe, and bathrobe and slippers.

The Garden Terrace, overlooking the Plaza de las Monjas and historic San Juan Cathedral, offers a serene atmosphere with which to enjoy an early morning breakfast -- newspapers are available but definitely optional -- or late afternoon cocktails and hors d'oeurvres. When quiet contemplation is in order, visit the Library, directly off the Garden Terrace and revel in a favorite book or magazine, or use the free internet access computer available to guests.

Luxuriate under the warm tropical sun, enjoy the beautiful sunsets over San Juan Bay, take a dip in the plunge pool or soothe tired feet in the Jacuzzi on the flower-bedecked rooftop Pool Terrace, with its spectacular panoramic views of Old San Juan.

Guests can work out at the hotel's Fitness Center, complete with treadmill, stair-climber, and free weights. For the ultimate in relaxation, experience a soothing massage. What a way to unwind and discover life's simple pleasures!

When you have an appetite for a gourmet meal in casual yet elegant surroundings, relax in the open-air Patio del Nispero, located in the stately courtyard of El Convento. Alfresco dining has never been so tasteful. Open daily for lunch.

Rated as one of Old San Juan's finest dining experiences, El Picoteo, overlooking the open-air courtyard will tantalize you with the house specialty, tapas, a true culinary delight. A destination for local epicures and travelers alike, El Picoteo heats up the dining scene. Open Tuesday - Sunday for lunch and dinner.

Hip, upscale Café Bohemio succeeds by marrying an innovative menu, fabulous homemade desserts, live music Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings to an engaging atmosphere. Café Bohemio merits the distinction of being the place to be and be seen in Old San Juan. Open daily for lunch, dinner and late-night entertaining.

This hotel is a Virtuoso member and offers special amenities and upgrades that are ONLY available when you book with us. Our Virtuoso travel consultants will assure you incredible value and recognition on your luxury vacation.