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Coral by the Sea Hotel

1 star
Calle Rosa #2, San Juan, 00979
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
2.6
out of 5
129 reviews
babi81

Everything was great. Food, service, cozy and clean room with A/C. See full review

  • babi81
  • Jan 4, 2013
Good for the price

Staff is very courteous appreciate the attention? Thanks! See full review

  • Jba01
  • Mar 1, 2012
Budget Carolina hotel near Isla Verde Beach with on-site restaurants

Visitors to the Coral by the Sea Hotel in Isla Verde pass through its brightly colored archway and into an attractive, warmly lit lobby with dark wood and colorful tile. A nearby lounge area extends the homey feel with an overstuffed couch and chairs. There is an Internet room where travelers can take care of business. Coral by the Sea Hotel lies just blocks from refreshing Isla Verde Beach and is near Ocean Park, a laid-back neighborhood with flowering trees and award-winning dining options.

Highlights
  • Isla Verde Beach is just blocks away from Coral by the Sea Hotel
  • Two popular, on-site restaurants
  • Free parking on site
  • Convenient to Luiz Muñoz International Airport
Rooms

The 68 rooms at Coral by the Sea Hotel are spacious, straightforward and comfortable. The basic decor is accented by tropical touches such as brightly colored pillows and rattan lamps. All rooms have showers, black-out drapes and wireless Internet access (fees apply).

Features

Free parking on site.

Dining

Coral by the Sea Hotel has two dining options. Platos Restaurant specializes in Puerto Rican cuisine, including traditional dishes such as mofongo, fried plantains, and what is said to be some of the best paella in town. Platos is open for dinner. Piu Bello, with its beautifully tiled floor, stainless steel tables and vinyl chairs, feels like a Caribbean diner and specializes in gelato. It is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Transportation
  • Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
Attractions
  • Condado district (4 mi/ 6.5 km)
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center (4.6 mi/7.4 km)
  • Old San Juan Historical District (6.8 mi/ 11 km)
  • El Morro Fortress (7.5 mi/12 km)
  • Plaza las Americas (10 mi/16 km)
Business
  • Business center
  • High-speed Internet access

Coral by the Sea Hotel Rooms

Cruise Only Special
CRUISE BOARDING PASS REQUIRED UPON CHECK IN. Room offers 1 Full Size bed along with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, handicap facilities-on request, cable/satellite TV, direct dial telephone, free wireless Internet access.
Standard - 2 Double Beds
All rooms with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, handicap facilities-on request, cable/satellite TV, direct dial telephone, free wireless Internet access.
Senior Only Special
Room offers 1 Full bed along with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, handicap facilities-on request, cable/satellite TV, direct dial telephone, free wireless Internet access.
Standard - 1 Full Size Beds
All rooms with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, handicap facilities-on request, cable/satellite TV, direct dial telephone, free wireless Internet access.
Standard - 2 Queen Beds
All rooms with air conditioning, private bathroom with shower, handicap facilities-on request, cable/satellite TV, direct dial telephone, free wireless Internet access.

Amenities

  • Wireless internet
  • FREE parking
Dining
Restaurant
Room service
Internet
Wireless internet
Parking
FREE parking
Accessibility
Handicapped rooms/facilities

Hotel Map

18.4435 -66.016
Area served
Isla Verde, San Juan (Hato Rey), Old San Juan, Guaynabo, Bayamon, Carolina.
Nearby airports
San Juan International Airport - (SJU) Estimate driving distance 5 minutes.
Area description
Within walking distance to the Isla Verde Beach. Five minutes from the San Juan International Airport. Fifteen minutes from the Old City of San Juan.

Nearby points of interest

  • Isla Verde: 0.2 mi
  • Ocean Park: 2.3 mi
  • Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico: 3.4 mi
  • Bellas Artes: 3.5 mi
  • Jardin Botanico: 3.8 mi
  • Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Puerto Rico: 3.9 mi
  • San Juan Gate: 4.1 mi
  • Fine Arts Cinema: 4.6 mi
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center: 5.1 mi
  • Port of San Juan: 6.3 mi
  • Castillo de San Cristobal: 6.4 mi
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro: 6.5 mi
  • Fortaleza Street: 6.7 mi
  • Plaza de Armas: 6.8 mi
  • Parque de las Palomas: 6.8 mi
  • Isla Verde: 0.2 mi
  • Ocean Park: 2.3 mi
  • Museo de Arte de Puerto Rico: 3.4 mi
  • Bellas Artes: 3.5 mi
  • Jardin Botanico: 3.8 mi
  • Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Puerto Rico: 3.9 mi
  • San Juan Gate: 4.1 mi
  • Fine Arts Cinema: 4.6 mi
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center: 5.1 mi
  • Port of San Juan: 6.3 mi
  • Castillo de San Cristobal: 6.4 mi
  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro: 6.5 mi
  • Fortaleza Street: 6.7 mi
  • Plaza de Armas: 6.8 mi
  • Parque de las Palomas: 6.8 mi
  • Calle del Cristo: 6.9 mi
  • Paseo de la Princesa: 6.9 mi
  • Museo del Nino: 6.9 mi
  • Bacardi Rum Factory: 6.9 mi
  • La Fortaleza - Palacio de Santa Catalina: 6.9 mi
  • El Viejo San Juan (Old San Juan): 6.9 mi
  • San Juan Cathedral (Catedral de San Juan): 7.6 mi
  • Museo de Las Americas: 8.1 mi
  • Arecibo Observatory: 48.8 mi

Dining

Platos Restaurant
Visit us for a truly local experience. Platos Restaurant prides itself in serving the best and most true Puertorrican Cuisine in Isla Verde. Of Puertorrican owners & Chefs, Platos is a must stop in your culinary tour of San Juan and the Isla Verde Resort Area.
Platos Restaurant offers a great variety of Puertorrican specialties that go from the so traditional Mofongo, to fresh Seafood, like our own Caribbean Lobsters, from Fried Plantains, to the best paella in town.
We offer a great tropical island atmosphere with professional and friendly service that takes you beyond your expectations. With a casual setting, exceptional food and wine, unique drinks, Platos Restaurant, is your final destination.
Working Hours: Monday-Tuesdays 5:00pm- 11:00pm / Wednesday- Private Dinners / Thursday-Sunday- 5:00pm- 11:00pm.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1200

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (129)

Ratings and reviews for Coral by the Sea Hotel

Overall score

2.6 / 5
129 out of 129
Amenities:
2.4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3.6
Room comfort:
2.9
Location:
3.8
Value:
3.3

58% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

1
Marvini
Aibonito, Puerto Rico
Mar 29, 2013

Overnight stay

Friendly staff and well located hotel with fair size room. Very small bathroom.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Nightlife tip: Short walk from hotel

El San Juan Hotel and Casino has music

Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

2
jcgon
Business
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
Feb 28, 2013

security

The door knob of the front door was damage, the window of the bathroom is on the hallway.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
3
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

2
menaman
bklyn ,ny
Jan 24, 2013

one nighter

a bit gloomy...but just to crash for 1 nite after va late flight ok...lil spooky though but safe...would stay again but only 4 last resort

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
2
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

short drive too...mi casita restaurant...inexpensive...fish chicken seafood,cant go wrong,very good!!!families welcomed!!!!all ages

Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

3
Willynilly
Harrisburg, PA
Jan 17, 2013

Lightning trip

The hotel staff was very friendly. There are 2 restaurants in the lobby, both with excellent food at affordable prices. The room was small and there was no phone. Also, the bedsheets had not been changed prior to check in, and the floor had not been mopped. Nonetheless, a 2-block walk to the beach and a 2-minute drive to the airport made this hotel a good choice overall for what was to be a very short stay. If you want 5-star accommodations, better to look elsewhere and pay more.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
3
Dining tip: In Hotel

Get breakfast at the restaurant that's open in the A.M. You won't be disappointed.

Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

4
babi81
New York, NY
Jan 4, 2013

babi81

Everything was great. Food, service, cozy and clean room with A/C.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

1
ashhegde
Hackettstown, NJ
Dec 31, 2012

It's a crash site

You need a room to sleep this is it nothing more. TV works, room & bathroom is very small, room is cramped with two beds and a table, sofa, night stand, no alarm clock. But it's right in a good location close to beach, restaurants & all. Not for long stays, we only stayed for one night to catch a flight at 6 am.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
1
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

2
San juan visitor
Chicago,il
Dec 30, 2012

Great location, cramped rooms

Bathroom was too cramped even for a small person. A/c too noisy. Can't beat the location.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

2
Jim Kalina
Cedar Falls, Iowa
Dec 11, 2012

Barely Acceptable

The front desk was friendly and helpful. The facilities could be much better. The price is way too high for the accommodations. Dining area was ok. location was good; Close to the beach, restaurants and bars.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
4
Value:
1
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

Short walk for those who walk a lot. Otherwise, it's a short to long walk to the nearby stores and shops and beach, depends on where you go.

Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

2
ITMI LCC
Business
New Jersey
Nov 14, 2012

Average

Experience would be better if they invest in upgrading their rooms.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: In Hotel

A restaurant with entertainment and a diner are adjacent to the motel

Review of Coral by the Sea Hotel

Reviewer score

4
DorisPR79
Grand Rapids, MI
Nov 1, 2012

Reviewing in 2006 stayed in 2010

I am JUST now reviewing this hotel because I thought I did back when we stayed in Nov of 2006 and realizing that we will be returning to PR in Nov 2012 I remembered this hotel. If you're looking for high class this is not it but value? GREAT! It is literally walking distance from the beach. Located in prime Isla Verde location, across the street there is a really nice all night coffee/sandwich shop and the most we remember about this hotel? THE BEDS!!!! Sooo comfy! and the sower was huge and the staff was great! The ONLY this we disliked was the parking. Not enough space. Other than that...hey! We're going back! :)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Across the street there is a really nice all night coffee/sandwich shop!!!

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