Find Historic Hotels in San Juan

Travelers love the fascinating historical sites they discover in San Juan. And while you're here, you can visit the bustling port and scenic seaside. You can also discover the area's great live music.

Based on our travel expertise, Hotel El Convento is a top 4.5-star hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista is a short walk away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Casa Sol Bed and Breakfast and CasaBlanca Hotel.

In San Juan, there are 1009 hotels and other lodging options bookable on Expedia, including 26 historic hotels or hotels close to historic sites.

San Juan is notable for landmarks like Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista, San Juan Gate, and La Fortaleza. Known for its live music scene, cultural venues include Museo de Casa Blanca, Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico, and Luis Munoz Marin Foundation. Other popular sights include Port of San Juan and Condado Beach.

When you book a historic hotel, you'll stay someplace that has an official historic designation. A stately home, palace or even a lodge, old police station, or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it's a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features can be admired in the public spaces and guestrooms of such hotels in San Juan, bringing the history to life.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. but overall the terms are quite similar. The building and architecture of a historic hotel tends to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it's often the cultural value and how it inspired the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you've come to expect, though efforts have been made to preserve historic facades and treasured traditions. WiFi, heating and air conditioning, updated bathroom facilities, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel should be available at a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you choose a historic hotel in San Juan, you won't find a place that's uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.