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Casa Of Essence

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in San Juan, 8-minute walk to Port of San Juan

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Casa Of Essence provides a genuine retreat for travelers exploring San Juan. Guests enjoy the convenience of in-room WiFi while appreciating the clean air of the smoke-free property, making it an excellent base for both relaxation and Puerto Rican exploration.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Economy Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Family Apartment

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed

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Superior Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Apartment

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Large Single Beds

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Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Comfort Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Design Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Premier Suite | Living area | 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, TV

Premier Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed

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Classic Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Suite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Trundle Bed

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Luxury Studio | View from room

Luxury Studio

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Apartment | View from room

Apartment

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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Studio Suite | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, coffee grinder

Studio Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Classic Apartment | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Classic Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Signature Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Signature Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Standard Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Junior Suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

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About the area

Map
361 Calle San Francisco, San Juan, 00901

What's nearby

  • Calle Fortaleza - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Castillo de San Cristobal - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Port of San Juan - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Plaza de Armas - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pier 1 - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Sacred Heart Station - 9 min drive
  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caficultura - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Casa Luna Rest - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Berlin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪La Madre - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mar Y Rosa - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Casa Of Essence

Guest house near Port of San Juan
Near Pan American Pier, Casa Of Essence provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • A lift and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Mini fridges, microwaves and coffee grinders

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Accessibility

  • Lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
10 children can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property

Property is also known as

Casa Of Essence San Juan
Casa Of Essence Guesthouse
Casa Of Essence Guesthouse San Juan

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Of Essence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Of Essence?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Casa Of Essence?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Casa Of Essence?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Of Essence located?

Located in Old San Juan, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Museo del Mar and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Casa Of Essence Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 246 out of 393 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 393 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 27 out of 393 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 393 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 393 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shohei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stayed at The Garden Apartment. It was really cute room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MANUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment you enter you begin to notice the difference in this unique property. Each floor is uniquely designed and decorated. Each room is also independently and uniquely decorated, lovingly prepared, furnished and beckons to be experienced on another occasion. The location is perfect for anyone looking to explore Old San Juan on foot and yet easily hire a vehicle and explore any other parts of the area and Island.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jomayra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and beautiful room. I needed a quiet place to rest during the day and this room was perfect. I recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elden L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner and his daughter provide good communications, and friendly service. Casa of Essence is an enjoyable, affordable, and safe place to stay. The room was very clean. The bed was comfortable. My only suggestion for improvement would be to put a small plastic table in the corner of the large shower, or install a small shelf, to place soap and shampoo while you shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean place to stay in old San Juan. We felt very safe and it was close to shops, restaurants and
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Casa of Essence was perfect! My flight landed a little earlier than expected, and thankfully, they were able to accommodate me with an early check-in. The room was a good size for one or two people, very clean, and the AC worked wonders against the heat and humidity.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful experience at Casa of Essence. I stayed in the Economy Room, which is perfect for one or two guests. The host was always available and responsive to my concerns, which I really appreciated. Everything was within walking distance, making it very convenient. I highly recommend this place if you're visiting Puerto Rico for a few days, and I would definitely return here in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosarito

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
GREAT location, beautiful and comfortable space. My teenagers loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay at Casa of Essence. The staff were exceptionally friendly, making early check in easy. The property was very clean, both in the rooms and in the common areas, which made the stay even more comfortable. The location couldn’t be better — it’s close to almost everything in Old San Juan, so we were able to walk to restaurants, shops, historic sites, and the waterfront without needing transportation. Overall, Casa of Essence provided a comfortable and convenient base for exploring the city, and I’d happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazmine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed there 5 night, really nice that you can come and go as you please, really quiet at night and we stayed at “the garden apartment” loved it and quiet at night
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was great! Room was very clean and stocked! Only issue I had was the mosquitos. Word of advice, just get some bug spray or the bracelets. Will definitely book again. Parking can be difficult on the strip but there are parking lots a short walk away and very cheap. You can sightsee or shop on the way. Overall, beautiful place.
Front of property
Balcony view
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You can walk around and find something to do all day
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Rashawndra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The decoration are unique, but the room is comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness
I stayed in the patio room, included a mini fridge a microwave, private bathroom, TV, and wifi. Very convinent location, walking distance to most Old San Juan attractions. Beach towels and bath towels are provided.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and comfortable. Close to dining, shopping and tourist attractions. Very walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Himesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location, and the way it looks once you entered the building. The people is very friendly and if you have any question they will answer you very quickly. I hope I can go back to the Island soon, and I would definitely stay in this place again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Myron

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very close to Plaza Colon was great!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic, highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was perfect. We had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

good choice, will stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place would highly recommend this place and I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

milagros

Liked: Amenities
Nice room. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025