Fairmont El San Juan Hotel Reviewed in 2025

What To Do

When staying at the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel you can get a taste of all the Puerto Rico highlights. It is situated on the edge of the busy, hip city and the stunning blue Caribbean waters, allowing visitors a chance to enjoy both worlds.

Start your day by dining at one of the many food and beverage options on the property or simply order room service. If you are feeling lazy, you can rent a cabana for the day, book a spa treatment, or just head to the stunning Isla Verde Beach, all options are just steps away.

For those craving more excitement, you can rent a SUP board or book a private ocean excursion.

Once the sun begins to fall, the resort’s nightlife comes to life. You can enjoy a hip ambiance with light bites and cocktails before heading to Club Brava for a night of dancing, or head to Foxwoods Casino, one of the best casinos in Puerto Rico.

What To Eat & Drink

The Fairmont El San Juan Hotel has 8 restaurants, 4 bars, a nightclub, in-room dining, and a Starbucks on the property.

For a quick breakfast, you can head to El Bistro, which specializes in grab-and-go coffees, pastries, and other light bites. For a sit-down breakfast or lunch, head to Caña, which incorporates international cuisine with local Puerto Rican Flavors, with brunch on Sunday.

For lunch, you can opt for artisanal pizza at Il Sole Pizzeria. Or enjoy poke, tacos, burgers, and elevated bistro cuisine next to a 300-year-old tree at the Banyan Tree Grill.

For dinner, you can choose from fine dining at Meat Market, a classic chophouse with great seafood to boot, or go all out at the art-deco-inspired Riva, which has a five-course prix fixe menu, as well as a la carte hand-made menu options.

For bars, you can choose from various vibes, including the Chandelier Bar, the swank Rum Bar, Wine Bar for wine lovers, or cocktails by the pool at Swim-Up Bar. If you want to dance, head to Club Brava, the on-property night club.

Room Guide

The rooms at the Fairmont El San Juan are classified into three main categories – guest rooms, suites, and villas. Those who opt for specialty suites and bungalows, or a villa are also entitled to the “signature experience.” This includes having your own Signature Ambassador, who will reach out before your stay to ensure everything is perfect and is also available throughout your stay.

Guest Rooms: You can opt for a city view guest room if you want to save a bit, or upgrade to a partial-ocean or oceanview room. Rooms come with one king or two queen beds, and there are limited rooms with patios available as well.

Suites: There are several types of suites available at this resort. You can opt for a one-bedroom suite with a partial ocean view or ocean view. These suites are spacious enough at nearly 1,000 square feet, with a separate seating area and relaxing chaise lounge.

There are also larger suites, including a two-bedroom ocean-view suite that can accommodate up to eight guests.

Villas: There are 11 different villa options to choose from at the Fairmont El San Juan. All villas are part of the signature experience and combine the luxury of this resort with the comforts a resort villa is known for. All villas include either a balcony or terrace and are steps away from the pool and beach.

Special Experiences

There are some unique and special experiences to be had at the Fairmont El San Juan Hotel. For one, this is one of the few luxury-level resorts in Puerto Rico with a large and high-end casino. This provides endless entertainment for guests, all in the safety of their resort.

The location of Isla Verde is also idyllic. It allows ocean lovers the chance to embark on independent SUP board or kayak trips or organize a personalized adventure through the resort. The prime real estate, with its epic pool, cabanas, food and drink service, and live music, is perfect for those looking for the ultimate pool day.