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Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

Property class: 4

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of the sea, and a balcony with a railing.
A rooftop infinity pool with a clear view of the city skyline.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a ceiling fan, and a view of the cityscape.
A spacious lobby with a blue ceiling, modern chandeliers, and a mix of seating arrangements including sofas and chairs.
A modern hotel entrance with illuminated steps and a prominent sign reading "DONRAFA BOUTIQUE HOTEL & RESIDENCES".

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $280
$257 nightly
$280 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

Explore the area

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601 Av. Miramar, San Juan, San Juan, 00907
  • Place, Sheraton Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Condado Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Puerto Rico Convention Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a seating area.

Classic Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

View all photos for Junior Suite

A bedroom with a patterned wall, a grey upholstered headboard, and a bed with blue and white bedding.

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 320 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

A modern bedroom with a blue wall, a dark wooden side table, a lamp, and a bed with a white pillow.

Premium Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Premier Suite

A modern bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a desk, and an air conditioning unit.

Premier Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 445 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

View all photos for Elite Suite

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Elite Suite

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

View all photos for Executive Suite

A modern living room with a round table, green chairs, a sofa, and a bed.

Executive Suite

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

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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

View all photos for Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A modern living room with a dining area, large windows, and a view of the city.

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1267 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Premier Penthouse

A modern kitchen with a black marble countertop and a built-in stove.

Premier Penthouse

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

View all photos for Romantic Penthouse

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a brown sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Romantic Penthouse

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

View all photos for Royal Penthouse

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a chair, a dining area with a table and chairs, and large windows offering a city view.

Royal Penthouse

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

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About the neighborhood

San Juan

Located in San Juan (Santurce), Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences is within a 15-minute walk of Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center. .This hotel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Sheraton Casino and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Distrito T-Mobile.

What's nearby

  • Paseo Caribe - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Sheraton Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Condado Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Distrito T-Mobile - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Puerto Rico Convention Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Hato Rey Station - 5 min drive
  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Choices Sheraton - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Los Pinos Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Éter Rooftop & Lounge - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Texas de Brazil - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Don Rafa Boutique Hotel & Residences

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.
Make yourself at home in one of the 36 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional features at this hotel include concierge services, wedding services, and a banquet hall.
Satisfy your appetite with international cuisine at Canvas, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. Need to unwind? Take a break with a tasty beverage at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
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. Open select days.
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)
  • 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

  • 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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. 458 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 56 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 29 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 562 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Great location. Awesome and attentive staff. Beautiful suites.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We will definitely be back again! Such a beautiful boutique hotel!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This place was absolutely beautiful. The staff very helpful and informative. Nice upscale hotel. Would definitely book again and recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great little hotel, staff is super nice and rooms are great!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff and excellent breakfast. Ideal location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and attentive staff, wonderful breakfast included, good location for exploring San Juan.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms friendly accommodating staff - would love to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stay here often. It’s a unique design in a great location for our needs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The bartender Antonio made excellent cocktails and had good food recommendations. Staff was friendly. Very unique hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff is amazing! Great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice hotel!! Close proximity to shops and beach
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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awesome service and beautiful hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Place
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities
The staff are highly attentive and pleasant and the property is beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, staff very accommodating and friendly, restaurant onsite excellent
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great staff, bar and lounge are great Rooms amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great property.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Unbelievable stay! Family of 5 with 2 teenagers and a grandma! We had 3 bedrooms 1.5 bath and a washing machine. Location was awesome! Walkable restaurants and grocery store! Rooftop pool was great at the end of the day! Breakfast outside in the morning included. Staff was so friendly and helpful! Can’t recommend this hotel enough! We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Overall great stay. 10/10
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent service and a great room! Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

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The staff were very helpful for our entire stay, they exceeded our expectations in every way. I would not hesitate to go back the next time we are in San Juan.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was a nice stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very attentive staff to the point where it felt like a host family home stay or airbnb
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel and location. Dinner at Canvas was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026